The Return Of The Random Tandem | Martyn and Blake Ride Again
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The Random Tandem is making a long-awaited return! After some patient anticipation, Martyn Ashton and Blake Samson are back in action, ready to take the Random Tandem for a spin. Join them as they dive back into the world of tandem biking, tackling some easygoing blue trails at the Forest of Dean. This ride is a bit tamer compared to their earlier adventure down the notorious A-Line at Whistler Bike Park. Get ready for some tandem biking fun as they shake off the cobwebs and embrace the ride!
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0:00 - Intro
0:22- The Random Tandem
0:58 - Some Blasts From The Past
2:56 - First Trail | Countdown
4:37 - Lets Go!
6:13 - A Little Bit Off Script
8:24 - We Pranked Steve
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Who would be your dream riding buddy to take on the random tandem? Let us know in the comments! 👇
@garyanger3141
6 ай бұрын
Any of the GMBN crew would be great fun, no question there. But, assuming that's not an option, Cedric Gracia would be an ABSOLUTE RIOT!!! Amazing skills and loves to have fun!
@geoffsimons3475
6 ай бұрын
Sam Pilgrim would be amazing but I don’t think I’d have the stones for it 🤣
@jorgelorenzo2247
6 ай бұрын
Hank from GCN
@brianjoyce2731
6 ай бұрын
Conner Dunne would provide some epic newbie comments, Eric from Spindatt YT channel for a fellow, skilled MTBer.
@brianjoyce2731
6 ай бұрын
Also, you really need a throttle to have some solo control.
just martyn and blake having fun is something id happily watch hours of
@davidpisoa5288
6 ай бұрын
Yeah great to see him out again 😂
@brycedavis907
6 ай бұрын
Agreed, the smile on Martyn’s face makes the world a brighter place. They seemed to genuinely be having a grand time!
@jto-mtb
6 ай бұрын
That was one of the coolest video I've seen in a long time. Thanks guys
@markdavis8430
5 ай бұрын
Agree 💯👌
@pjortmaszyna
5 ай бұрын
agreed 100%, coolest duo ever
The perfect presenter combo of Martyn, Blake and Steve. Watching good mates just mucking about on bikes is priceless ❤
More more more. The utter joy from Martyn is what biking is all about.
@gmbn
5 ай бұрын
Couldn't agree more! Martyn's happiness on the bike just makes you want to grab yours and go for a ride 🤘
That was one of the funniest things I've seen this year that you guys have done setting him up like that. Wow, you and Blake are amazing. You should definitely do more of this random tandem.have a good Christmas all
@gmbn
5 ай бұрын
Haha, they couldn't resist! More random tandem adventures coming your way for sure 🤙
Omg that was the funnest thing, ‘Blake…….im right here’ 😂😂 Martin is mad love his attitude an inspiration……Blake is a loon any how fair play on Steve though top vid more of the Orange beast.
Two great guys having blast! Love it and merry Christmas 🎄
Martyn, Blake, Steve, thank you SO much for the smiles this morning. Martyn, the pure joy on your face whilst on the Random Tandem is contagious, and the solo ride was absolutely brilliant.
I would love to see Blake & Martyn do some shenanigans with Rob Warner on the random tandem. I know Rob has ridden it before, but the chemistry between Martyn & Rob is absolute awesome (and Blake would fit right in there)
At every level, this is genius! The skills of the bike designer/builders, understanding the requirements, the support from everyone ... and the overcoming of adversity ... every element of that is brilliant.
I so much enjoyed this clip! The Blake and Martyn combo are always a blast to watch. More of this clips! And a very happy Christmas to all of you guys 🎉🎉
Thank you guys for that video ! The tandem videos are my best moments on GMBN. Seeing you guys with that smile and enjoying that much is priceless 😃 That joke to Steve was a great moment too 🤣 And yes, maybe some upgrades to that tandem could be good 😅 Merry Christmas to all the team !
That video gave me such joy to watch. The glee on Martyn's face is tangible
One of your best episodes ever! Absolutely brilliant and good training for the abdominal muscles. I was in tears laughing! Blake and Martyn, you are a brilliant combination and an incredible inspiration! Keep up the good work... Merry Christmas to you all...
Utter shenanigans!!! What a blast, don't ever stop having fun!
Martyn would be my dream riding buddy, I'd pedal with him on that tandem any day. Thank you Martyn, Blake, Steve, and the whole crew behind the scenes for another great video. This was an awesome early christmas gift.
Proof positive that Martin A. is a truly gutsy guy! (And, completely mental!)😅😂 Very uplifting watch, that!❤
@gmbn
5 ай бұрын
Martyn is definitely gutsy (and maybe a little bit mental) 😂 But that's why we love him 🤘
Abolutly love random tandem ❤ very close to wetting myself watching steve chase down martyn 😂😂😂 great bit of footage ❤
Brilliant! Bumped into you Martyn after you'd finished filming on the day. Keep 'em coming chaps!
That was magical!
This is why we love our sport, a bunch of mates out having a laugh on a wicked ride. Well done team on an awesome film, it was worth just for Martyn's cackles!
That's the true spirit of mountain biking right there, that's gold that is. I was crying with laughter. To all at GMBN have a great Yule and a fantastic solstice
The sheer joy on Martins face when flying solo is fantastic to see
First of all, Happy Birthday Steve! That was the best random tandem to date. I had a smile I couldn't get rid of, just like Martyn, he was totally free when Blake jumped off, that was the funniest thing on 2 wheels. Glad Steve caught up in the end and Blake too. Martyn and Blake, the only thing they fear is not having fun. I am pretty sure Martyn would have found a post or tree to lean against at the end there. Let's just look at Blake's fitness there, he is a juggernaut! He can pedal up then chase the boys on foot, legend. Please if you can get Steve on the Dirt Shed Show to discuss what he was truly thinking chasing Martyn down.
Always love the tandem. Poor Steve! 😆
The random tandom 100% needs to be a regular feature on the show. Martyn and different people from throughout the mtb world like how it started. Interview format while out having a laugh on the tandem.
You bring so much childish joy and happiness. That is priceless. Please get the random tandem out more. Big love ❤️
At no point watching this did I stop smiling. Utterly joyous to watch-glad to see the random tandem is back. More please!😃
That was incredible! I was on the edge of my seat when Blake jumped off. You guys are nuts! Martyn, you have titanium balls.
These guys are the best, Martyn Blake and Steve what a combo!!!!... Happy times, I was laughing and smiling while watching the video
By far one of the best episodes of this channel
I really want to just encounter this on a trail one day. Like it is one thing to watch videos of it, another entirely to actually see it and follow one of these down the trail
that was brilliant guys, lol, so good to watch Martyn & that beamingly big smile, I would love to go for a ride but i had my bike stolen just under a month ago & it was my pride & joy as it took me about 4 years to save up for, i didn't even get a year out of it as i had lung cancer this time last year & when i got better i treated myself, so it was a pleasure to watch you guys out on the trails.
Such beautiful people enjoying their time! Happy holidays fellas
Brilliant !! Might have annoyed Steve on his birthday but gave me a good laugh on my birthday, great work guys 😂.
Best video of the year. Merry Christmas guys. 🎄🎄🎄
It's exciting to see someone overcoming limitations to inspire others. I have weak legs from Degenerative Disc Disease. I call my ebike (modified RadMission) my inline, two-wheeled, pedal-assisted, electric wheelchair. I can only put out 80-150 watts so I have it on full power the majority of the time and just need to spin my legs to keep moving. I also use a throttle to get me rolling and when standing up on green trails or crushed gravel paths to motorcycle along.
That prank was soooo beautiful. I laughed through the whole thing. Fantastic.
This is my favorite series on KZread! I'm so glad to see it again. Sometimes I'd watch the rob warner episode to get a laugh over the past few years😂
Omg. So haopy to see the random tandom back. Seeing blake and martyn together on this is something that shouldhe prescribed as an antidepressant to people because you just cannot be unhappy watching this. Martyns smile, their laughs and mischief make the world a better place.
Love Martyn’s response to Steve’s question about not being there to catch him…. (Casually) I’d just fall over there!!! Brill to see random tandem back.
Most wholesome video from embn or gmbn. The joy clearly apparent in everyone is inspiring. This is why we watch your content. Genuine love for biking.
Absolutely bloody brilliant, the best one yet. Thank you. 🤣🤣🤣
The pure joy in martyns face when he's riding solo is absolutely priceless, great episode!
That was bloody brilliant more of the random tandem
The smile on Martyns face when he was freewheeling down the track on his own made me tear up.
Oh boy did i need this video right now. Next time im feeling down or like the world is against me and something feels impossible, i will just picture your face coming round berm on your own on that bike. You're a true hero MA carry on winning life big man. 🙌
Too short, Martyn’s face riding solo made my year! Could watch that for hours. 🤘 Merry Christmas to all the crew and thanks for the great content all year. 👌
I didn’t know I could like Martin even more!!! What a LEGEND !!!!
Damn, but that was funny! I'm not quite wheelchair bound yet, but I appreciate the skill and determination to make damn sure you enjoy life. Your motor, Blake, is pleasantly chirpy and full of zest. Have a great Christmas and New Year. I hope to see more Tandom Tandem next year.
Pure joy and smiles say it all
Great to see the random tandem out and about again!
Probably the best bike video I have ever watched. Such joy for life.
I really enjoyed that. Marten and Steve 👍definitely need to do more videos together. They are both hilarious and actual legends
This is always epic to watch. Can't wait to see more and see what you can do to improve with the random tandem. 🤙
The random tandem is so awesome. What a crazy lad Martin is. Get Semenuk on the tandem,
Absolutely fantastic, i was p.....g myself, Blake is by far the best man for that job, and Martin balls of steel, keep it up guys. 👍👊
Best video ever! I don’t know if I enjoyed it as much as Blake and Martyn did, but had a lot of fun watching it! Merry Christmas!
At last, something worth watching. The tandem never fails to deliver. Brilliant!
Just got around to watching this. So glad you've got it back on the trails! The maniacal laughter is just beautiful. And Steve was so right about Martin 😂 Randem Tandem forever!
@malv173
14 күн бұрын
Hadn't finished watching it when I commented! Oh my days! But the smile on Martin's face was priceless. ❤❤❤
This is my favorite GMBN video for 2023. You guys are proper nuts in the best way possible. Merry Christmas!
Was waiting for that big smile on Martyn’s face and this video didn’t disappoint. Thanks guys and Happy Holidays!!!
It's Christmas Eve and you bring us such a gift of Joy and Laughter, thank you
Awesome video! Great to see friends out together having fun. The random tandem is awesome. I don't have the fitness or the skills to do most of the things the GMBN team get up to, but I love being able to ride along via your videos, they are fun and inspirational. Merry Christmas Gents (and Lady)!
Happy holidays to y'all, this is just a right treat with a side of beer. CHEERS!
What a fun time!! I wish I could be there riding too!!
Martyn’s face when he was alone on the bike…just think of that when you’re feeling too lazy to go out and bike. Thank you! Merry Christmas!
Laughed 'til the tears squeezed out. Thanks, a great christmas gift.
It's really great seeing Martyn and Blake getting on so well together, having fun is essential to enjoying life!
This was so fun to watch. More of the random tandem please!
So glad that GMBN brought this back
The smile on Martyn is priceless. Blake you rock you 2 are awesome together.
Busy Christmas eve here but I've dropped everything to watch this video. I love Ashton and Samson together. Genuinely 2 guys I'd love to be real life buddy's with. Have a awsome Christmas guys and see you in the new year 🎉
Just amazing. What fun & laughter. Bring the best to a situation, never giving up & proving you can do anything you want to. Inspirational guys 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Chuffin love this channel & all who banter with in it. #MTBLife 🤙🏼
Brilliant video again!! Was awesome to see the random tandem in action whilst you guys were filming this!!
Brilliant. Loved the look on martin’s face riding solo and seeing the fun you all have. Cheers
E-BIKE that tandem. Smiling and laughing is contagious, keep up the good times and good friends.👍👍
@wilyamiyoo
4 ай бұрын
I remember it having a motor on the bike check from years ago
that looked like a crazy good time....cheers 🇨🇦
AWESOME!!!!!! I think the Random Tandem is an epic bike!! Merry Christmas to everyone at GMBN!!!
What an amazing gift, only just had the joy of watching this, is Steve still out or has it forgiven you for that epic ride 😂 best thing ever, Martin you legend 🤙😂 definitely more random tam-don please ❤️ happy new yr to you all
Awww poor Steve! So much fun for all except him!
This is what MTB is all about!!!! Love all the positive energy in this video. 😎
It's absolutely hilarious!!! Best segment in a long time.
Can't wait to see more Random Tandem adventures!!!
Oh man you guys had me in tears! So nice to see the RT back! Nothing like total chaos and with Steve!
Seriously guys the JOY is real - friendship - mucking around - this is what's it's all about. At the end of our days this is what you will talk about!
Seeing Martyn on the trails is always a delight 🤘
Fantastic 🎉 Absolutely Brilliant Thank you so much ❤ Wonderful display of courage, skill and comradeship that brings the Whole world closer together!!! Loved it just loved it good job ALL❤
I love these shows merry Christmas and thank you to all at GMBN
Laughed so hard I was crying. What a way to start the day. You guys are the best! Merry Christmas!
Seriously laughed my way through this. Looks like a blast!
The funniest thing I have seen in ages, merry Christmas to you all at GMBN.
Absolute legends! One of the funniest videos in ages. 😂
these random tandem vids are always funny, nice one!
Awesome video love videos with Bkake and Martyn in 😁 Steve and his points about Martyn 🤣 and the stitch up was so funny 🤣 Martyn enjoyed that so nuch 😁
Mate watching your face doing that solo was the best thing I’ve seen all year! Just joyful..you nutter 😂 merry Christmas and all the best for the new year @GMBN
Eres un loco Mr. Ashton, es increíble como manejas el tandem 🔥🚲 stay young
That was fun ! :-D Steve is right though, the Random Tandem needs some tech upgrades like 220mm rotors.
@gmbn
6 ай бұрын
We're making notes ✍
So much fun! Being a tandem rider with my wife, I highly recommend a hub motor for climbing assistance. Also, I bet someone would make a dual disc hub for you, for extra braking. Both upgrades would increase speed, which is really what Martyn needs!
Just top blokes. All three of them. Martyn still has the skills though. What a guy.