Welcome to the Mindful Trail Biker channel
Join us and our trusty trail dog Hugo (Hungarian Vizsla) on this mindful journey as we ride amazing trails, breathe in the fresh air, and thrive together.
Our mission:
We want to inspire YOU to embrace the transformative power of mountain biking by vlogging our personal journey of discovery in the hope that it will inspire and guide you towards a life of adventure and inner growth.
You will find fun and informative content, sharing our 12 years of riding experience helping you challenge yourself to ride new destinations, focus on improving skills and power up your mountain biking passion while inviting you to be mindful of all the mental and physical benefits this brings to your life!
Together, let's embrace the present moment, conquer new challenges and find solace in the beauty of nature
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Great meeting you guy today hope to see you again soon we off to peel tower next weekend 👍
That other guy I was telling you about Stephen brown
@@stephenhead2977 brill, I’ll check him out! 👍
@@stephenhead2977 great to meet you too Stephen! I’ll give you a shout when I’m looking to get over peel tower 👍
Can't wait for the vid man. What. A. Day.
It was incredible, still buzzing! Perfect day on bikes!
I will do this for sure - thank you
It’s a pleasure! Enjoy! 😊
Keep up the good work 🤘🏻Are you planning anymore group rides? I missed out on the last few due to work
Thank you very much! We may do one in autumn, watch this space 👍
I am 67 and still doing and loving these rides. Thanks for showing how much fun its is. Was there two weeks a go and will carry on until i die.😊
Micheal, you have made my day! I too will keep riding until I die! Here’s to many more years riding for us all. ❤️
Great video thanks! I wish I'd seen something like that when I started riding.
Thank you very much! 👍 I hope it will be useful for many years to come!
Something for everyone on that route👌🏻, did you ever do the berm track that leads down to the board walk at the side of the pigeon tower?
Cheers Matt. Yes, but only the once, conditions haven’t been the best since or been on my a-game. It will be done again though soon! 👍
Good video, very well edited, I know how much time it takes, keep it up!
Many thanks dude! Appreciate the appreciation! 🤘
@MindfulTrailBiker I've just started using b reel shots on my videos, it takes a lot more effort but the results are worth it!
@bobmanwaring7882 definitely adds flavour to the edits for sure. 👍
Happy to show u the delights of darwen and darwen moor if u ever wanna do a similar video.. 👍
Awesome, yes that would be great. See if we can make that happen before summers out 👍
What a great idea for a video.. and beginners👍
Thank you! 🙏 it’s been planned for a while and my backs been playing up so I had the perfect excuse to get out and do a chilled ride! 👍
That was great! Looks perfect. I'll definitely be giving that a try.👍
Awesome! Please let us know how you get on! 👍
Been here today, great trial. Bike took a beating from rocks 😂
It certainly throws a few punches! 👍
How do you get to special K?
With the pigeon tower on your left, take the right fork and follow the main road for about 1/2 mile. When the younger the woods on the left it’s there. 👍
@@MindfulTrailBiker thanks 👍
Afternoon Great info Ordered the Gobi’s How long did yours take to arrive They mentioned minimum 20 days Thanks
That’s awesome, I’m sure you’ll love them! Mine came very quick actually, around 1 week!
Im reasonably fit and have been riding over 100 miles a week for the past 15 years or so.. but yet i still kinda want an ebike.
@@davemtbpowell3965 not much to dislike about a private uplift service. That said, I went for a nice analogue pedal today and really enjoyed the slower pace, took more scenery in, was more relaxed and mentally recharged from it. Both are awesome and I shall enjoy both immensely going forward. You’re right as you are and would highly recommend an ebike, if that makes sense 👍
Your videos are good but without music it would be much better ( I couldn’t watch until the end) nowadays putting music in videos is a big mistake...!!! It would be better if you only talk a little bit or nothing just let the sounds of the bike talk by them self…Cheers
@@juanitovaldomero thanks for your opinion.. but it is just that.. your opinion. My creativity doesn’t require your approval or input. Cheers 👍
Music works so well for this wee edit 👌
Thanks man, it’s a cracking little tune from my buddies down in Cornwall 🙌
Got to admit to being occasionally tempted by an ebike. But then I here the latest youtuber trying to justify their choice and it puts me right off! Just pedal a proper bike ffs! Then the next tough day of climbing I'll start being tempted again!! Maybe the day people stop feeling like they have to justify moving to an ebike is the day I'll jump on board? Definitely would be an SL of some description. Too many people I know have a love/hate with all the extra weight and my local trails I feel will be more suited to the lighter bikes.
They are my reasons rather than justification Pete. This is why I decided to spend my cash rather than me asking for forgiveness from the audience. My rationale (that I would normally have for purchasing any bike i.e bigger travel, different wheel size etc is detailed in the edit for the audience as it may resonate or provoke thought. I enjoy a climb, always have, always will, it’s part of MTB for me and I wouldn’t change it. That said as I’m now doing more other training than ever before and it’s nice to get extra riding in without it overly detracting from my overall energy level for a few days after. That’s said I normally need the zone 5 heart rate element of pedalling an analogue bike uphill and so will monitor and ride the ebike accordingly. On the flip side I do love a good uplift and the extra descending time you get on an ebike means your tired from descending rather than climbing which is novel and will only improve my descending endurance. To summarise then. It’s not just about avoiding climbs and it’s certainly not justification, Im defo not someone who needs to ask if it’s ok for me to buy a bike, just ask the wife 😂 Lindsey decided against a purchase as she feels that on her favourite type of the tracks (golfie style) she would struggle with the weight. I concur, my heavier bike prefers open bridleway to root filled, muddy tight woodland descents for sure
Oh and it’s a 2nd bike so not moving too e-bike just added to the fleet so I can relate to more of my audience 👍
@@MindfulTrailBiker yep, I guess you put yourself out there with this stuff, and good on you. Lets us see places we might never have know about. I'm sure I will relent at some stage. Maybe when the big 60 hits in a few years time. But I do kind of enjoy the struggle too🤘🤘
I just made the swap to cube ebike stereo 155 and I lov it .. great for epic days
They’re so much fun aren’t they. I’ve not been out on the bronson since I got the Levo but that was mainly due to it needing a full rebuild. Gonna try and get out on it this week so I can keep a foot in all camps, there’s no denying e-bikes are addictive
If a small rider can ride a 250kg bike then they can ride a 25kg bike.
@@bmartinot 🤔 maybe i wasn’t specific enough with the title. Unfortunately “Can a light MTB rider confidently pilot with agility, poise and control, an ebike that is approx 6kg heavier than their existing analogue mountain bike on tight, technical single track mountain bike specific trails and enjoy the experience and can they in fact enhance the overall riding experience” is too long for the title character count 😂
@@MindfulTrailBiker 😃👍
Had such a great day 🥳🥳 I’m still wary of how I’ll cope on the steep, natural type stuff that I prefer riding though, only thing giving me further pause 🤔
Should i cancel the order then 😳
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Nice, stopping here few nights on way to Scotland and was looking for an explore ride, views from beda fell look 👌 thank you for you efforts, going to do this today 🤜💥🤛
Hey Mike, pleasure, enjoy. there is also Helvellyn which is a surprisingly easy climb/push. would recommend the Sticks pass descent rather than Dollywagon. easy route to put together with trail forks or similar. cheers
Eeb life 😀
EEB life indeed. How have you liked riding the analogue bike more recently?
@@MindfulTrailBiker I love the Reactor & much prefer at uplifts for sure! Also ride it when out with the lad as don't want him to get used to getting towed and not have to pedal 🤣 and with the brothers mostly as they don't like the ebikes 🤣 Also brought on your ride as I wasn't sure if there would be any other ebikes and also to prove to myself I can still pedal 🤣🤣
I've had my Whyte E160 for 1 week now, and I'm loving it! I was very worried that the motor would take away the sense of achievement and physical effort benefits I get from my Nukeproof Reactor, but I didn't need to be concerned. This week, I've spent more time on the bike, covered more distance, climbed higher per mile than ever before, significantly increased the time spent in zone 3 and 4 according to Garmin, and this is with the e-MTB in it's lowest power setting for 90% of the time. Living in a hilly region, what the E-160 has done is help reduce the one thing that put me off riding - the long, tedious ascents. Climbing still takes a lot of effort (which I like) but now it's fun and my motivation is better than ever to get out and ride.
Perfectly put Tony. I’ve just been out on mine for around 5 hours this evening. 40miles, 1500m climbed, a big smile on my face and I’ll be up first thing in the morning for a run, no problem. They are brilliant! 🤩
ive just got a ebike of my own and love them but they seem to break alot more than the usual bikes
Reliability was a concern for me and the main reason for going with Specialized and buying from a shop. Good warranty and quick service is important factor for sure! 👍
@@MindfulTrailBiker i have a ktm ebike and a whyte ebike now both seemingly holding up well considering been upside down only reason they break more is because u can ride more with them i think ive always seemed to have problems with the rear brakes on them though no idea why might just be my luck, Up rivington soon for a good best places to ride in rivington in summer 😂😂
@NW-ENDURO true, I’ve been out on mine loads since getting it, there’s just no excuse not to go riding now. Very addictive!
Good video, good to see other people's bike decision thought processes too. Thanks for the tip on the glasses I'm after a new pair of photochromics with more coverage than my decathlon ones which are now scratched to hell after several years use. Will check it out as I'm struggling to get hold of the Endura ones I was looking at. 3 witches and Breasty Haw are my favourites in Grizedale, grinning like a Cheshire cat at the bottom 😁
Cheers Annes, the glasses won’t disappoint, I’m super happy with them. We too love this descents, great fun! 🤩
I do really fancy an e-bike, mainly because I hate climbing! Haha. Those glasses are pretty cool! Might have to pick up a set 😎
They will defo cure your hatred of the climbs Thom, no danger! Glasses are genuinely a bargain and I can’t fault the performance at all.
Really interesting video. Thanks for this.
Absolute pleasure, we really hope it would be useful somehow! Cheers 👍
That step is is even easier pal. Just cary speed and you plop on top
It got in my head that day as the compression onto the take off was a bit soft and sketchy. But yeah, should have got it done really - always next time!
Nice one, bet you were stoked. Nice soundtrack too, gonna check out that music.
Felt awesome to get it nailed after so long. The singer/songwriter on the band is my brother in law - they are epic! if ever your in Cornwall you may be able to catch them playing.
Awesome video as always, smashed that drop! Proper steezy these last load of videos. Enjoy your day today. Wish I could have been there to meet up.
cheers Danny, felt good towards the end of the trip. My mate can’t ,make it this afternoon and im off to the lakes early tomorrow so not gonna bother so you’ve not missed out. Will arrange to come over when you can make it. keep in touch next week pal.
@@MindfulTrailBikerahh that’s a bit of a bummer you not going, at least I might get to meet you next time. Yeah you can see in these last few videos, ie Morzine, Dyfi, you been getting a lot a progression, it’s fun to watch. Sent you my number in an email to iCloud just make it to arrange that ride at some point. Speak soon.
@@Danny_Transition_Patrol cheers Danny - got your number pal, i'll drop you a message later.
Yeh boi!
@@ThomWhyte yeah booooiiiiii !! Hope you’re doing good Thom! 👍
@@MindfulTrailBiker I'm still pretty sore from my couple Morzine bails haha!! Loved this vid though! Hope you're keeping well!
@@ThomWhyte Keeping well thanks Dude! We had some awesome days on the bikes didn't we! looking forward to seeing you guys in august!
@@MindfulTrailBiker Yeah man, Morzine was glorious! Haven't been back on the bike since yet though haha!
@ThomWhyte ah man, younger to go one way or the other after a trip like that. You have been away though which looked awesome 🤩
Nice to see some still riding non E-bikes 👍
Well actually.. I have just bought an E-bike 🤣 I do intend to ride both though in fairness.
Nicely done, that's a feature I'd like to tick off this year
Cheers Steve! Bugging me for years. I believe in you dude! 🤘
Love seeing you send it 🎉great progression story in this video, awesome 😊
Thank you 🙏 I really needed that week of solid descending and it felt awesome to be getting sendy! 🤩
Nice one mate...we only came across this on day 1 in the wet and didn't fancy it so early! Would have been a big progression for me to do but will have to do next time 👍
@@shannonmtb some of the guys i met saw some pretty horrendous crashes on the boardwalk on the first wet day we had. It would be a no from me in the wet. As mentioned in the other comment, if you can tick of the bigger one of 3 at the bottom of Les gets, then this is the next step up 👍
I’ve bottled that every time but hope to do it this year
@@LakesMTB1964 glad I’m not I own 😂 it’s very intimidating isn’t it. It is built very well and the feels great when you nail it. Good luck to you brother! And remember it’s your progress, your pace! 💪
@@LakesMTB1964 also the 3 x drops in Les gets really get you in the right headspace for tackling this. Once you’ve done the largest one at Les gets, this is in the bag 👍
@@MindfulTrailBiker I eventually did the one in Pleney then wondered why I bottled it for so long
@@LakesMTB1964 not sure I’ve done the pleney one, which track is that on?
Love the coaching trail, basically live there as im learning to ride
Yeah, it was a real favourite of mine, got a it of everything, loved it!! what a place to learn to ride 💥
@@MindfulTrailBiker give us a shout when you’re back I might be able to keep up by then! Thanks for the videos, I’ve been meaning to try the triple 8 and your video helped me prepare!
@julianescalanteflorin9626 thats brilliant, I’m really happy it helped, that’s exactly why I took the time. It’ll be next year before I’m back if I’m lucky ☺️
great video...some excellent trails there...
Thank you very much!! Yes some absolutely epic trails! Have you been?
Yes several times….back again in a few weeks…it’s a great place for sure.
@@peteclifford7055 Aeon, Have a great trip, well jealous!!
@@MindfulTrailBiker Thank you, Ive down loaded your route, there are a couple of trails I don't think ive ridden yet...cheers!!
@peteclifford7055 pleasure!
With the amount of rain we seem to constantly have I doubt the blue from lg to morzine will ever get fully dry
Yeah, it’s gonna take some time to dry out and of some of the ruts will dry in as well so it will need a fair amount of work as well. Such a shame as it’s a great track!
@@MindfulTrailBiker Yeah but great video! This is my first season here and I did the same route as you did, les gets is definitely much more challenging than morzine, but overall great great trails
Thank you very much! Appreciate the kind words. It’s awesome that you’ll potently get to ride there everyday!! Have a wonderful season. 🤘🤘
Wish I had this few years ago.. As a group we hit the reds (really blacks). Wld been good to spent first few days doing this.. may have avoided some of the injuries in the group 😬😬👍
It’s very easy done in morzine, you just get so carried away and confidence grows quickly from the solid descending time. I am hoping this edit will be useful to many for many years to come. May do a next level one next year if I’ve got the balls 😂
Awesome! I love Morzine this place is epic :)
Thank you very much, Morzine is incredible, I hope my love for the place com,es across in the edit! Thank you for watching!!!
Great vid.,..tempted to go back with the lad for a few days 😂
ah man he would love it wouldn’t he!
Awesome videos. Gives us a heads up for our trip out to Morzine in August. Thanks for all the info and route downloads. Can't wait !
Looks a great day this, plenty going on… Great riding too 👏👏
Thanks Mush! It’s a big ol day in the saddle and 100% fun filled! 👍
Never knew you hit that red on the les get, did well for being on your own too. One big loop takes it all in great video 😊
Cheers Mav! I’m full of surprises 😃 I just about managed to tick of all but the last big gap. Not exactly clean, but not too bad! Yeah, not keen on tackling features alone but I felt good in the day so had a pop! 👍
Cool vid. What dates did you ride? I’m trying to gauge what the conditions will be like next week.
Cheers dude! It was 22nd to 29th June so 2 weeks ago! Wish I was still there 🙌 Enjoy your holiday 👍
Awesome, can’t wait to hit the trails 🤟
@@thomasw4159 you’re in for a treat!
I wouldn't worry about the conditions...first few days I went it was very wet but pretty grippy in places but soon dries up with a day or 2 of sun 👍
Morzine is so good! great riding mate :)
Aw cheers dude! Morzine is a marvel that should be experienced by all. 🤘
Brilliant edit - great insight into Morzine! So much to offer and for every level of rider! I definitely need an enduro bike though ...my 27.5 trail bike handled it but it got swollowed up in some of the chunk...!! Great vid
@@shannonmtb cheers Mark. It’s just fantastic isn’t it. Agreed, the bronson handled it really well but wasn’t able to push hard, more bike needed to get the best out of morzine and cope with the high speeds. I would consider renting next time, I think by the time you’ve flown your bike out, serviced the suspension and bearings and bought pads and discs it starts to make financial sense, is way less faff AND you get the right bike for the job.
The weather out there is a funny old thing, there are definitely cycles to it - two years ago when I did my season it was baking hot all summer and it only rained one or two days in three months, but the year before it was much like this season appears to have started out; just constantly wet.
Indeed, think I’ve been 4 times and had a mix of baking hot and sporadic torrential downpours. Defo mountain weather!