Training Ride with Safa - Gravel Rip Through the Alabama Hills
It doesn't get much better than this. I'm on the only 2022 SCOTT Addict Gravel in the country, riding through an incredible landscape on gravel roads that seem purpose built for speed and fun, and it's night time!
This was my first proper gravel ride on the bike, and the level of confidence it inspires is second to none. I could go on and on about how great it is, but I'll let the pictures do the talking. Check it out here: safa.link/addi...
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0:00 Intro
1:20 Descent
11:00 Rolling terrain
Пікірлер: 424
Doing those roads would make this retired old guy feel like a twelve-year-old again. Bravo, Safa!
You know life’s good, when you don’t see anyone else on the trail.
@darrylareniego7167
3 жыл бұрын
they died...
@mannyechaluce3814
3 жыл бұрын
You need a least a film crew, with some weapons to fend off wild animals , in reality one is never alone.
@sharifb507
3 жыл бұрын
@@darrylareniego7167 he means that he is riding at a time where other people can't or are at work etc. hence, life is good.
@ozzysabbath3130
2 жыл бұрын
There are more guys there
@routemakepathtodirectioninway
2 жыл бұрын
確實
As much as I enjoy the descending videos, it’s these SAFA “grinder” videos that get me really motivated/excited to get out and improve my game. This is one of the best-wow!!
@InfiltrateIndustries
Жыл бұрын
He's descending most of the video here though :)
I aspire to witness a view like the one at 21:46 some day. I got goosebumps. Can't get enough of these videos.
@isreal194
3 жыл бұрын
It's Alabama hills! It's a popular filming location. Iron Man was filmed there. If you're in California, a dreamy road trip is on hwy 395
@mikerelvas
3 жыл бұрын
@@isreal194 the top item on my "bucket list" is definitely a road trip across the USA and Canada, and places like the Alabama Hills are definitely at the top of my priorities to visit. Thanks for the tip, pal!
@WiserBiker
3 жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more! Just breathtaking!
@sprightlyrandom1550
3 жыл бұрын
That reveal couldn’t be more perfect!
The most gorgeous film you've done yet! The hazy blue of the mountains against the whispy pink and orange clouds is just sublime.
@SAFABrian
3 жыл бұрын
Appreciate it!
The audio production and cinematography on this video are really, truly impressive. Amazing job by all involved!
@SAFABrian
3 жыл бұрын
Gracias
4:39 those mountains tell you the secrets of life.
Love, love, LOVE seeing your uploads first thing in the morning, Brian. It's always so motivating to me! Those casual bunny hops at 50 mph have me all juiced up. Cheers from Austin, TX!
Scott needs to bring safa to the alps … Swiss mountain passes etc.
5 minutes in, I already own a sick gravel bike, and I’m completely sold on that Scott. I hope you know your worth 👏🏼 cause this the shit that sells bikes.
@mlemorande
2 жыл бұрын
There are no Scott gravel bikes being sold in NA, sadly.
Absolutely love it... The wide track, the views, wide sweeping bends. 👍🏼
This is one of the best cycling videos I've ever seen. Almost otherworldly, apart from normal time and space. This is special. Already shared it with all my riding friends.
@SAFABrian
3 жыл бұрын
😊👽
Every frame of that landscape is basically a painting. I would love to ride there!
What an epic setting and a sick ride. Thanks for sharing such good times!
Great video. If I wasn't already interested in cycling, this video could have sparked that interest. One thing I have learned, nearly anywhere in the world is beautiful during the first or last hour of daylight. A dramatic location such as this becomes breathtakingly beautiful.
75km/h and the guy are very relaxed, and even making small tricks as nothing! AWESOME!
Damn you’ve made me want to drive down to Southern California to hit up that trail! You’ve sold me on a gravel bike. Definitely recommend that trail during the colder season, the snow cap mountains against the dessert landscape is gorgeous.
Thats the Best advertisement I've ever seen.
Beautiful ride. Your fitness level is off the charts!
Seeing Safa smile makes me smile too.
Safa goes faster of gravel than i do on a perfect road
@ramirez036
3 жыл бұрын
Exactly what I also thought, holy s..t! And that gravel doesn't sound super packed!
@andyjones6127
3 жыл бұрын
I'm thinking the entire grade of the road is at least slightly downhill. Averaging over 50k with 42c tires at 20psi on gravel would not be possible on flat/uphill
The cinematography and editing on this is wild! Production film quality for sure! This is why I love SAFAs channel. He gives us what we love; the pure art of riding our bikes. Period. No stupid or unnecessary jokes, no hype or drama. Just bikes. SAFA, you're killing it!💥🌡️🌴
@SAFABrian
3 жыл бұрын
Cheers Ryan!
nothing makes me wanna get a gravel bike more than this
Yeah, perfect for motivation while headin' home from work. Can‘t wait to get on my bike 🔥
@jjpro20021
2 жыл бұрын
what kind of bike , i have a regular mountain fuji tahoe , but i want to get a gravel/road. i need some direction.
Fantastic landscapes. It seems to be a really fun ride.
The audio sounds amazing, good work.
This is a perfect bike ad. I know that’s not the intention, but it is.
What an awesome scenery. I bet the sky lights up with the Milky Way at night.
One word. MAJESTIC.
wish i lived near a place like that! fantastic video
Fantastic! You guys are fast! What a beautiful landscape to be able to ride in. Look forward to you future videos.
The Bike and the video is so PERFECT i got F$%*in tears in my eyes. 😭😭😭
@SAFABrian
3 жыл бұрын
🥲
Props to the camera man for keeping up speed on foot.
This was a motivating video to watch. It’s been quite some time since I’ve been on my bike. Thank you!
좋은 정보 멋진 영상 잘 봤습니다. 감사합니다.
don't know any movie that would have equally epic scenery
Beautiful bike and beautiful view. I love these hills man
I marvel at your comfort at 39 mph on gravel…. It is always a pleasure to watch you ride.
@SAFABrian
3 жыл бұрын
🙏
This might be my favorite video on the channel so far. Views are absolutely insane out there. For now I'll stick to my roadie but for sure could see myself getting a gravel bike and rippin out there at some point. Gonna have to add this to the bucket list.
Incredible landscape
The lighting on this video is so sick, great change of pace from the super sunny california vibe. Also, not sure if its intentional or not but the simplified overlay looks great too.
@SAFABrian
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ben. Wasn't planning on filming this late initially but once we were out there the day before at a similar time I changed plans, such a nice couple hours of light afterthe sun goes down. And kept the overlays simple to not overpower the scenery.
@benmcavoy8804
3 жыл бұрын
@@SAFABrian Good call, thanks for the reply and thanks for all the great content! You ought to come to my hometown of Boise, Idaho sometime and KOM all the awesome trails here! Cheers!
I need this bike.
@lechprotean
3 жыл бұрын
I've got a bike - I need such legs!
@sheezy2526
3 жыл бұрын
@@lechprotean U have the legs, u need such genetics
@waylingtons
3 жыл бұрын
@@sheezy2526 it’s called practice.
@patrickong5197
3 жыл бұрын
It’s called habit
Just epic! More of these please. Maybe some tutorial commentary on how to high speed on gravel?
You're a legend SAFA! And that bike, oh wow...!!!
I love how SAFA whips skids like it’s a track bike.
beautiful place
I don't know which is more amazing, your fitness and bike skills, the bike, or the scenery. Just cool as fuck. The best endorsement for Scott bikes, without a doubt 😀
@SAFABrian
3 жыл бұрын
🙌 Thanks
Cool terrain! Didn't know Alabama had countryside like that. (Thunder from Down Under).
Beautiful. What an opportunity.
Beautiful landscapes and damn good legs on damn good bike :)
That countryside is just gorgeous....
I could watch this all day. Great video!
What a beautiful location, amazing Safa!
Great scenery and great riding! :)
You can never grow old too fast when you ride alot💪😘
I like your work greetings 2 bedal
This scenery is beautiful
whooaaa.. that was a heart pumping ride..
Seeing this kind of road is the best explaination of the fact that the gravel bike was invented in America. I'm actually surprised of the fact that in the grand scheme of cycling history the gravel has taken so long to take off.
wow Alabama is beautiful this time of year
@justdecember
3 жыл бұрын
That’s Southern California
You're living the dream. Beautiful!
Looks like the roads I ride to get to the mountain bike trails I ride on my gravel. Very nice
This was so enjoyable! Cannot wait to get back on the bike.
what an immensity of tranquility, I believe that the Indians are not ready to catch up with you ...... great!........wonderful landscapes
Awesome video, best ive seen on gravel yet. Your friend is a stud
THAT BIKE IS EPIC LOOKING
that place is magical!
이렇게 이쁜 그래블 바이크는 처음 봅니다ㅋㅋ
god do i love the look of that bike and you handle it really well! The views and colors again are beautiful. great landscapes.
@SAFABrian
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
Thanks for the upload. I enjoyed the video a lot. Great track, I wish there was something similar here too.
This looks like a dream. Amazing quality. Nice work
Watching this got me so amped. Thank you for making this! I gotta try and ride the Alabama Hills.
What a speed on gravel road.amazing video.
Amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
perfect vid to watch while I do my indoor workout! Love from Portugal!
Great safa..
*Cries in Ontario* I need these roads and the mountains man 😭
@zacharyerskine4277
3 жыл бұрын
Best we got is Gatineau Hills around which is pretty fun but not close to this at all. I am also in Ontario haha
Stunning
awesome bike
beautiful to watch
Just awesome ! Definitely appreciate those first 35 seconds.
Wow...what a great route :-)
gorgeous mountains in the background there
What a dream guys!!!!
Un territorio tan vasto, es el paraíso para el gravelero🇺🇲🚴♂️🚵♂️
What a nice view!!
Wow, the motion blur is so sick, good job! May I ask a question, did the camera crew also ride a bike?
I m from India I m ur big fan♥️♥️♥️
What a view!
dude your flyyyyyinggg whewwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww
awesome
Grats on the 150K subs man!
wow man its crazy beautiful out there
Wow! riding like that will get you to win the Tour le France!
Nice safa! Nice bike!😁
Here I go hunting around Alabama (the state) thinking I'd fine this place... womp womp.
good bro! from VN with love !!
amazing ! thx for this dream ! grettings from France
That gravel is smoother than our paved asphalt roads here. damn
Wow youre subscirbers now growing when i last visit and watch on your channel your subs was like 91k to 97k subscriber now you reach 152k congrats my dude greetings here from philippines