Two Wheel Geriatric

Two Wheel Geriatric

I'm just a retired guy who enjoys riding on two wheels and being outdoors.

Today I play around with my Beta EVO 300, Gas Gas TXT 300, and Tenere' 700. I do a lot more trials videos as I have a friend who rides often with me. Occasionally I'll record the sections of a Utah Trials event. I don't ride the Tenere' that often, but will show some scenic rides in Utah, or the west in general.

I also enjoy being outdoors and I love the desert southwest. I can't describe the beauty I see but, hopefully I'll be able to show it in my hiking videos.

Our ugly ride

Our ugly ride

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  • @d-railfpv9315
    @d-railfpv93154 күн бұрын

    Nice riding that is a good course!

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric4 күн бұрын

    Thanks. I was impressed with all the Sections the New Mexico Trials guys set up.

  • @austinpaul2170
    @austinpaul21704 күн бұрын

    Also stop talking negative about your riding abilities !!

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric4 күн бұрын

    You are right about both.

  • @austinpaul2170
    @austinpaul21704 күн бұрын

    Move your feet away from the frame out side edge of the pegs ! You will have better balance !

  • @caseyjones6197
    @caseyjones61978 күн бұрын

    Which bike is this. I’ve seen the ones comparing the Beta vs Gasgas. I My right ankle has a plate 6 screws and three pins in it from a parachuting accident while in the military. I remember the old Bultaco having a left kickstart and thought that would be better to use my good ankle instead of the bad one. Nice videos. I’d be in the Novice or Intro 65 or older class. I used to ride dirt bikes in the 70’s. But have only ridden ridden street bike since then.

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric8 күн бұрын

    The bike inside the garage is the Gas Gas. Sorry to hear the ankle causes some restrictions, but there are options. Yes you could get a Beta, left side kick start, but there are other options too. The TRS can be bought with an electric start as can a Montessa, albeit the Montessa is probably the most expensive trials bike. One way or another, I'd say get one. It's addictive and I love riding mine.

  • @TheShift1313
    @TheShift1313Ай бұрын

    I wish there were more places to ride them here on the east coast

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatricАй бұрын

    Yeah you guys don't have a lot of public land. I know I have it good and I do not take it for granted.

  • @andrewhanson5942
    @andrewhanson59424 күн бұрын

    All I can say is "Be Creative" in finding your riding areas. Even in areas with high population density there is still real estate out there that nobody really cares if you putt-putt around on. And don't expect to get permission, just give it a try and if somebody asks you to leave, you leave and don't come back. You'll find that there are places to ride where nobody cares. Look for property owned by corporations, like industrial parks that rent out floor space in buildings. These are often surrounded by wooded areas with interesting topo features. You just can't be shy. And no, there's damn little public land for moto use on the east coast.

  • @TheShift1313
    @TheShift13134 күн бұрын

    @@andrewhanson5942 its the reason i tagged my 450sxf :) ride in ride out rather than unloading.

  • @JeffEgbert-no5uh
    @JeffEgbert-no5uhАй бұрын

    The bagpipes and deathgrip on the money; hilarious! I am buying a trials bike this fall to complimant my enduro bike, and try to learn some new skills going into my sixties. Subscribed!

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatricАй бұрын

    Good for you, I hope you find the trials bike as addicting as I have. You're the only one who commented on the death grip of the money, I thought it was funny and no matter how hard one holds onto it, they cannot take it with them. Thanks for subscribing!

  • @cjmueller5455
    @cjmueller5455Ай бұрын

    Great vid. It’s nice to see all skill levels. Some of the videos show only the picture perfect clean runs. It’s great to see guys who are still working and polishing their skills.

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatricАй бұрын

    I have to give credit to those who struggled. By the third loop they were running a clean Section. Unfortunately that was not true for me.

  • @bobc3144L
    @bobc3144LАй бұрын

    Good video. Thanks.

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatricАй бұрын

    You're welcome

  • @jackmckinnon3208
    @jackmckinnon32082 ай бұрын

    100,% been riding now 45 years, not going to stop now !!!

  • @sobeit1927
    @sobeit19272 ай бұрын

    I’ve just had a 4 month break after a very small crash at low speed and was actually funny . I didn’t even realise until that night that I had even hurt myself . My knee still hurts now but I’m back on my bike cautiously . I’m 58 so don’t bounce like I used to .

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric2 ай бұрын

    That is still a long time off. Hope all is well now.

  • @ervinslens
    @ervinslens2 ай бұрын

    Your content is always captivating man, stay safe.

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric2 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the nice comment. Definitely needed to take a step back after this one.

  • @anthonytilling3442
    @anthonytilling34422 ай бұрын

    Love your attitude mate, you inspired me to buy a trials bike after a 30 year break!😀

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric2 ай бұрын

    And get out there and enjoy it!

  • @chuckm1320
    @chuckm13202 ай бұрын

    Yesterday was a lesson, today is a gift, tomorrow isn’t promised……

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric2 ай бұрын

    I like that!

  • @Trialstoenduro-vz8iq
    @Trialstoenduro-vz8iq2 ай бұрын

    dude that thumbnail hahaha. Nice one!

  • @brentv7299
    @brentv72992 ай бұрын

    That was great! And I couldn't agree more - get a trials bike!! My offroad skills have developed 3 times faster than they would have without it.

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric2 ай бұрын

    My trials bike is the first one I pick when choosing which bike to ride.

  • @Texasbird026
    @Texasbird0262 ай бұрын

    Thinking about an e-mountain bike

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric2 ай бұрын

    Why not. I've met many people that love theirs. The most important thing is to use it.

  • @ogasi1798
    @ogasi17982 ай бұрын

    THIS ^^^^ Today is here, tomorrow is not

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric2 ай бұрын

    Precisely !

  • @2wheeltechnique436
    @2wheeltechnique4362 ай бұрын

    Ouch, I’m glad you’re back on the pegs !

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric2 ай бұрын

    Thanks. I'm glad and lucky I didn't break my tailbone. It was one of those downhill, front tire tucks and wham! over the bars you go.

  • @Trialstoenduro-vz8iq
    @Trialstoenduro-vz8iq2 ай бұрын

    I just crashed last week and can’t walk now. Fortunately it’s only tendons and muscles issues in both of my knees.

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric2 ай бұрын

    Ouch, sorry to hear that. I don't know if it's fortunate to injure tendons, they seem to take a lot longer to heal than a broken bone. Take care.

  • @Trialstoenduro-vz8iq
    @Trialstoenduro-vz8iq2 ай бұрын

    @@twowheelgeriatric thank you. Praying that it’ll heal fast and well. It’s weird not to ride.

  • @sobeit1927
    @sobeit19272 ай бұрын

    @@twowheelgeriatricI’ve been told that tendons and ligaments take so long to heal because there is no blood flow in them . This is also why they are so white in colour . The only way to heal them is to rest them .

  • @rider65
    @rider652 ай бұрын

    Absolutely! Gotta get back quick or the confidence level drops... Glad you're back in the saddle mate. I know exactly what you speak of! 😂 kzread.info/dash/bejne/jG15x9WRirveo7Q.htmlsi=YuBaqZnsFK1MS5bl kzread.info/dash/bejne/p4eptMakXa-rcrg.htmlsi=mF_90fNSRrk_7I2W

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric2 ай бұрын

    Ouch! I had seen the first video of yours, but good God that second video is hard to watch. My bruise spread to cover most of my butt cheek, but nothing like the spread on your covering your whole side. Man I'm glad to see you standing.

  • @paulgood4826
    @paulgood48262 ай бұрын

    love the content you put out!

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric2 ай бұрын

    Thank you for that.

  • @chuckm1320
    @chuckm13202 ай бұрын

    Tom, such a good explanation of the process! I’m always trying to grow my comfort zone…..

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric2 ай бұрын

    Thank you for the nice comment.

  • @chadapol8056
    @chadapol80562 ай бұрын

    This is great! Love seeing the progression - epic

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric2 ай бұрын

    Thanks Chad. It was nice meeting you and Rachel today.

  • @justinsheehan353
    @justinsheehan3532 ай бұрын

    I wish they were that cheap in California 😢

  • @cjmueller5455
    @cjmueller54553 ай бұрын

    As always, great camera and editing!

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric3 ай бұрын

    Thank you, but this one was posted predominantly so the new riders could watch it to see some mistakes they should correct. Not a lot of editing.

  • @shaunhunt7227
    @shaunhunt72273 ай бұрын

    I lost sleep because of that four inch bump. It kicked my butt, however I’ll keep working on it.

  • @066motocross
    @066motocross3 ай бұрын

    Id really like to practice there 😉 looks like an awesome place to play

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric3 ай бұрын

    Yep, I'm grateful to have such a cool place in my neighborhood.

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric3 ай бұрын

    The answer is yes. Setting the gate at the right angle threw folks off.

  • @jackmckinnon3208
    @jackmckinnon32083 ай бұрын

    That's some gnarly sections to be riding on , and falling on. Muds a lot softer 👍

  • @4Him4u2
    @4Him4u23 ай бұрын

    There is a juicy Floater Turn at 5:08 that you missed. That might make the Up a little easier to hit, on the second bounce. Just sayin’.😃

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric3 ай бұрын

    You are 100% right. You're also quite astute to see that. Unfortunately floater turns are still not in my wheelhouse. I did try a few yesterday, so maybe one day they'll work for me.

  • @ervinslens
    @ervinslens3 ай бұрын

    Epic scenery my friend, absolutely gorgeous upload.

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric3 ай бұрын

    Much thanks. It's a bit more work for sure, but I like the end product. I think I'll do more like this.

  • @naturalfitness
    @naturalfitness3 ай бұрын

    What a difference from a year ago! Keep up the great work. Love the new gear!

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric3 ай бұрын

    Thanks on both accounts. I feel like I've made progress, probably not enough to warrant the trials tights. 😀 They are very comfortable to be honest.

  • @uncletom1971
    @uncletom19713 ай бұрын

    Man you have an awesome playground there, such great vistas.

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric3 ай бұрын

    I don't take it for granted. I often stop, to rest, and enjoy views.

  • @rockenjoshy
    @rockenjoshy3 ай бұрын

    Your consistent practice is paying off! Great job!

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric3 ай бұрын

    Thanks Josh. Within the first 10 views I already had someone click a dislike.

  • @brentv7299
    @brentv72993 ай бұрын

    Great riding! I saw in the comments (below) that this is the Tree Peaks Area. I've been interested in seeing what it looks like for a couple of years since it's a multi-use are. Looks amazing - Thanks!!

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric3 ай бұрын

    You're welcome, thanks for watching.

  • @rider65
    @rider653 ай бұрын

    OH MAN! That looks like so much fun!👍

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric3 ай бұрын

    We had a blast. All four of us are at different skill levels, but I think that makes it a better ride.

  • @dunementat2191
    @dunementat21913 ай бұрын

    Hello! Nice place to ride and have fun.

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric3 ай бұрын

    We are lucky to have this in our backyard

  • @cjmueller5455
    @cjmueller54553 ай бұрын

    Beautiful area. I enjoy seeing guys who ride well but they’re not perfect. As always, great camera work. This looks like the Prescott or Baghdad area.

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric3 ай бұрын

    This is just another section of the Three Peaks Area in Cedar City Utah. It's a trials paradise.

  • @shaunhunt7227
    @shaunhunt72273 ай бұрын

    Great video! Looks like a beautiful day.

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric3 ай бұрын

    I knew you were having a good day when you came down that steep straight descent. You had a big smile.

  • @ridgebaker6803
    @ridgebaker68033 ай бұрын

    haha cool, I've never heard of that parable before.

  • @sobeit1927
    @sobeit19273 ай бұрын

    I kept expecting you to suddenly come onto the scene on your bike .😂 .

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric3 ай бұрын

    Ha. I was bored and looked at some trail cam footage. Having the trail cam gets me out with the dogs.

  • @mototrials582
    @mototrials5823 ай бұрын

    Get a 250. 300 is way too much. Especially for a new trials rider.

  • @jimmiller1780
    @jimmiller17804 ай бұрын

    Excellent comparison. I’m 67 years old and you just convinced me to buy a Gas Gas. 👍

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric4 ай бұрын

    I hope you have as much fun as I'm having. Thanks for the comment.

  • @cjmueller5455
    @cjmueller54554 ай бұрын

    It’s all about finesse.

  • @ridgebaker6803
    @ridgebaker68034 ай бұрын

    Sweet, good to see u out their, I love the camera angles!

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric4 ай бұрын

    Yeah you gave me a bit of motivation, so I went after a few obstacles that I've been looking at for a while. I had a blast riding with you, we need to do that again.

  • @ervinslens
    @ervinslens4 ай бұрын

    Flawless presentation man, brilliantly executed.

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric4 ай бұрын

    I set up two cameras to catch the movement from different angles. It was okay, but didn't quite have the ummph I wanted. Thanks for the comment Ervin.

  • @ervinslens
    @ervinslens4 ай бұрын

    @@twowheelgeriatric I think it’s fantastic composition 👌

  • @chuckm1320
    @chuckm13204 ай бұрын

    Video never does justice to the terrain. Great riding. Keep it up…..

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric4 ай бұрын

    Thanks. The wall on the thumbnail was very intimidating for me.

  • @tatianaS988
    @tatianaS9884 ай бұрын

    Amazing progress. Your persistence paid off!

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric4 ай бұрын

    Thank you for the compliment. I know I feel more confident on the bike.

  • @stephenmueller8154
    @stephenmueller81544 ай бұрын

    Are you riding the National in AZ?

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric4 ай бұрын

    Unfortunately I will not. Due to some family issues, this will be a difficult year to get out to many events.

  • @sailingaeolus
    @sailingaeolus4 ай бұрын

    I've done moto and been very curious about trials. Looks like fun!

  • @twowheelgeriatric
    @twowheelgeriatric4 ай бұрын

    I still have several motorcycles in the garage, but the one I choose to ride the most is the trials bike. It's addictive.

  • @d-railfpv9315
    @d-railfpv93154 күн бұрын

    ​@@twowheelgeriatric It sure is