Riding Idaho's DEADLIEST Motorcycle Trail | Part 1
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- čas přidán 10. 03. 2024
- Single track trails in the state of Idaho are well known to be rugged and challenging, but this trail leaves very little room for ANY mistakes.
In this video, I'll be traversing one of the deadliest single track trails in the whole state. At points this trail is suspended on the edge of a 100 foot cliff, leaving no room to make a single mistake..
In part one, I'll be riding downstream and part two I'll be riding up stream.
There's only one way in, and one way out, and I am determined to see it through..
Enjoy the video!
#singletrack #dirtbike #trailriding #enduro #hardenduro #dualsport #dualsportriding #motocross #motovlog #adventureriding #adventurerider #fe501 #idaho #offroad #offroading
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Idaho Viewers- If you know the trail I am riding please keep the trail number / trail name private as to prevent overuse in the area. Thank you!
UPDATE: I knew going into this that I would receive a lot of flak for trying to "hide the trail from people". If you really want to find the trail, you can do some research and find it. All I was trying to do was mitigate the potential impact I could have by making a video about it. All that matters is that if you ride the trail, you respect everyone else who uses it, don't trash the area, or do anything that could cause it to get shut down like how we saw with Moab. Just be respectful please.
thanks for that, I ride that area every year for 3-4 months clearing and maintaining trail. We dont want any of that area to get over rode. cheers....
@kevintruax5130 hey man, major respect to you for being a trail clearer. I want to get a saw mount so I can help the early season efforts because you guys are the backbone of the single track riding community.
I love this state to bits and I know how the internet can impact these areas so I want to keep them hard to find 🤙🏼
Don't worry you can have it. Rock on
Translation: I'm showing this to the world in order to get clicks... but YOU need to keep this thing -that I have shown to everyone- a secret. If word SOMEHOW gets out, it's not MY fault.
I film the things that I’m passionate about but I am aware of the impact the internet has these places. I think my statement was completely reasonable.
I"ve been working so hard on managing my anxiety and then I decided to watch this ...
HAHAHAHA 😂
Lol😂
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This guy is committed to his channel! This trail is nuts on a motorcycle. I might do it on a Mt bike, but hell no on a motorcycle.
Being a fly-fishing enthusiast, I'm afraid I would get distracted by all the great fishing spots I'd like to try along this trail.
I don't blame ya!!
it's impossible not too 😆
The fact, that you are legally allowed (and there are even official signs) to ride on a trail like that, is crazy to watch for a central european guy :D Would freaking love to do this. Thanks for the video and greetings from Germany.
Awesome trail, great video. Moments of quiet are great. That short drone shot from across canyon early on was sick
Nice ride, pretty crazy. Thanks for taking us on the adventure.
I did trail maintenance here with the Forest Service back in 1976. Steep country formed of unstable decomposed granite. The only place to sit down was on the trail itself. Lots of drilling and blasting. It was built for horse and mule traffic. Love seeing the terrain and foliage with a hint of fall color.
Thank you for all of your work and for helping the single track riding community. You guys did an incredible job! Hikers, cyclists, horse riders, and everyone else should be thankful for your work.
Awesome video, the trail & cliffs looked killer with the variety of camera angles, especially at that time of year. Looked like a tough, yet fun ride, nice work! 🤘
Thanks! It was a bucket list item to film that trail and I think doing it in October was perfect for filming. Dirt was still nice and grippy too since it had a bit of moisture in it. I couldn't have asked for better conditions!
I thought we rode some scary shit back in our 20's in the 80's, but this beats all we did! Great vid!
Hahahaha! Thanks!
Thank you for sharing. Idaho definitely has some great trails. I haven't ridden this one yet, but may have to when I get another smaller bike.
Nice job on the trail. You showed good confidence and balance. I'm from NJ so I don't expect to be going there anytime soon. I appreciate you trying to keep the trail secluded and safe. I think at my age (59) I would rather walk it. Stay safe out there.
Talk about living on the Edge! That was a sick video, Mahalo for Sharing. Aloha from Maui 🤙
Looks amazing, thanks for sharing.
I like the quiet times. And I like your video a lot. Just subscribed!
Great edit of a beautiful trail would love to ride and fish this area for weeks thanks for sharing btw shredding on the 500
Thanks! Its a really special area for just about any kind of outdoor sports. I could be standing in the same spot at different times of the year and would run into a dozen different types of sportsmen.
LOVE my 501!!
This is an awesome video! Thank you for sharing! Drone footage is so cool! 😊glad you made it safe.
Thanks so much! I’m glad I made it back in one piece too lol 😂
Sitting here afraid to look over the edge of a couch and telling myself to add this track to my bucket list. 😂
Great video. Love that front fender mount and how it shows the vertical views behind you. I'll check out more soon.
Thanks for the heads up Backcountry ADV.
Glad you enjoyed the video 🤟🏼🤟🏼
I think I experienced my entire life’s worth of riding anxiety repeated in the 20 something minutes of this video. 😂 great video, man.
Outstanding riding man, awesome footage as well!!!
Thanks!
I am an Idaho native. Born in S. Idaho and raised on a large ranch/farm. Raced MX from about the age of eight up to right after HS graduation. Three years ago I ordered a new KTM300XCW but, during Covid it took a bit to get here. I began riding single track all over the lower half of the state and rode this trail last year. Insane and like most all trails here it is beautiful. Last year I had a slow speed crash as I didn’t realize my front tire was losing air after turning around at a huge fallen log blocking the trail. Got back to the creek (normally a creek but, a raging river after three days of rain. Turned to cross the river tire peeled a little off the rim and threw me into the river. Crawled the best I could but, couldn’t get my lower parts out of the water.
Was on a trail that looked like it was overgrown for years. It was a Monday and no riders or vehicles anywhere. After about three hours I was resigned to die. Then out of nowhere three guys came by and shortly thereafter life flight was there.
Broke my right clavicle, every rib on my right side, punctured right lung, broken ankle in three places and a torn ligament, so much for Tech 7’s protecting my feet. “This trail” is great riding but, if you want a challenge, ride “the Tour of Idaho”! Great riding to you all 🫡🤙🤙🤙
Mannnnnnn... Thats a nightmare scenario for me. The fact that you're here today is incredible. Stay safe out there man! I always carry my Mini In-Reach for those moments.
I rode this trail on horseback a few years ago heading into an elk camp. Knowing how many horses come in and out of there makes me even more nervous about attempting this on a motorcycle. Glad you had fun and made it out safe!
Hey....yikes!!!! Great video production, awesome colors!!👍👍
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Awesome video and amazing production. The fact you parked your drone to get the 3rd person footage was genius!
Thanks! I try to really bring the viewers to the area I’m riding in. 🤟🏼
Great video man! Looks like an amazing trail … I have rode so many epic single track trails in Idaho it never ceases to amaze me how many there are! Keep it up I would love to see more single track videos maybe with some remote camping from the the bike! 👍
Got a few more casual riding videos coming and then I’ll be filming a new series 🤟🏼
@@madjack_757 good stuff ! Keep it going you will do well !!
Great riding, great challenging trail, great video, I don’t know how you did the drone shots but was much appreciated.
I am puckered while simply watching. Well done! 😮😮😮
Thanks!
Awesome trail. Great video. 🍻
Nice, man! Very cool. Awesome trail, video production, All around Quality, my man. 💯 Cheers from Tampa Bay 🌴🤙🏼
Thanks man 🤟🏼🤟🏼
Epic scenery my guy 🤌 that trail looks amazing, definitely high consequence if you’re not 100% focused. Lol the last thing I be worried about is thinking of a dialogue as I’m trying not to scrape bars and go off a cliff 😅
Dude it was a challenge to keep some sort of conversation going at times lol 😂
Thanks for sharing. I’ve ridden trails in California, Colorado, Montana, Pennsylvania & West Virginia about as challenging, many more in Alaska. I didn’t open gates or venture onto private property. Stay off of that seat and focused on the trail ahead of you when riding single track on treacherous terrain. If you must lean for balance always do it toward the wall with your bike tilted towards the drop. Happy trails.
Fantastic video, I loved it. I'd never deliberately walk a trail like that, let alone ride it, those cliffs are just too much, but you rode it calmly and decisively. And produced a great video. Well done
Glad you liked the videos!!
These are both epic. So well done.
Thanks man!!
Yeah, rode that about 7 years ago when I was a nube rider. "Deadly" wasn't the word I would have used, but it definitely has some legit drop-offs. Sick area.
This trail looks freakin epic!! Awesome riding dude! 👌👌. I have the skill to hike this trail haha but my DRZ would end up at the bottom about a couple hundred feet from the trail head 😝.
Its definitely a top trail of mine now! Not one that I would do at any faster of a pace though hahaha.
HAHA! I heard the only way to get bikes out that go down the side is to airlift them out..
I’ve ridden my DRZ on a lot of trails over the last 17 years, but I sure wouldn’t ride this trail on my DRZ. I’d do it on my 450 EXC-F though. Well, maybe not.
i ride at silver all year snowboarding in the winter, ive heard plenty about this trail from my buddies. stoked to see it since i havent been.
You are a legend! Thanks for taking me along for the ride. And for not having music playing in the background!
Yeah not having music playing gets maximum brownie points in my book 👌👍🤙
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Thanks for taking me along
That was spectacular
Beautiful scenery
Which I never would have seen if I rode the trail
I’d be to focused on the trail and would have missed that beautiful autumn scenery
Great video
Thanks again for taking me along
I’m so glad you lived the video!! I’m glad I was able to share the experience 🤙🏼
That whole Salmon area is absolutely beautiful. The prettiest I’ve seen since moving up here 17 years ago.
Posting this as he has is not going to lead to overuse. A) ATVs & UTVs can’t use it. B) Just as many comments have indicated, most (the few that don’t is not changing this trails situation) dirt-bike riders know and respect their limits. C) Back to “A” is what has led to 50” and wider 4 wheel vehicles overuse and abuse of trails is the real problem! Quite frankly uploads of the Alpine Loop in CO and other such trails is a bigger issue than this video. Not to mention BDRs publicity. Let’s find the bright side; the more “recreationalist” we have in the off-road world the greater number of supporters to keep its access and that we have to fight those who try to take it away……
Ya no shit where's it at
maybe but i live in Australia and im almost certain i will never go to the alpine trail or this one its just great to see the nature and terrain you have.
@@jasonaldrich4780South Fork Salmon River trail
You got some big ones taking a 501 up there I felt like my 350 was too big for that trail. lol nice job
Thanks! Hahahaha my 501 is my main bike so I’ve learned to take it everywhere!
Some people in some videos feel a need to talk most of the time. Talking can be over rated.
Agreed 🤙🏼
I like the commentary!
Thanks!
Ditto! I like hearing the engine sounds, rocks bouncing off the skid plate or handlebars banging the cliff wall (glad none of that happened here though).
at least it wasn’t a splash or a rock slide…
Great video and looks epic!
Thanks!!
Dang, I guess I won't be riding the XR650L on that trail. Great video, thanks for sharing.
Small bike trail for sure.
You can do it man. For reference he's on a 500 there I typically do it on a 750 gs just because the road getting out to it is 85mph. All what you feel comfortable riding as I said in my previous comment most of this trail is all in your head if you're scared of heights how good are you following a line.
That is a trail to beat all trails .... wow. Nice👌video....
beautifully well made!!!!!
Thanks!
Instantly subscribed I already know you’re good
Sweet video and crazy ride!
Thanks!
Well, I made it halfway through the video before I had to go change my shorts! Well done, sir. Well done.!
Thanks! It was definitely one of the sketchiest trails I've ever ridden.. I think the key is to just stay relaxed and keep a chill pace.
@@madjack_757 I would be sooooo nervous that I would make a mistake. I have been on short sections of trails that were like this, but this is 100% sketchy. You did a good job. Especially a 500. I rode a XT600 for many years, I now have a TW200. Plenty big enough for this 76 year old guy.
The margin of error on that trail has to be absolutely tiny.. I’ve used my 500 for virtually everything which has gotten me super comfortable on the bike!
Both of those bikes are absolutely awesome!! Those 200s especially are so fun to explore and ride around fire roads with!
@@madjack_757 Yes it is. I am impatiently waiting for the snow to melt. I love riding that bike. Do you carry a Personal Locater Beacon with you when you ride alone? I do.
Stunning and deadly at the same time lol. You got some big you know what my friend
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Awesome video & motorcycle off-road odyssey/adventure! 🙏🏼
What size bike? what gear mostly? Distance?
Happy Trails💕
Thank you!!!!!
I ride a 2022 FE501S
How long have you been riding that particular bike, definitely need to be one with the bike, love a video that can raise my heartbeat...!! Great job
Had this bike for a little over a year now! I agree you definitely need to be familiar with your equipment. Glad ya liked the video!
Great job with this video. Your use of the two GoPro and drone was done very professionally. Looks like a fun ride. I used to ride dirt bike on similar trails where there is steep drop offs. Now that I’m 69, I mostly ride my e-bike on trails and still have a blast going fast to the point of being dangerous then back off just a bit. The good e-bikes now days cost the same as I paid for my KTM 450 I had 15 years ago. Still worth it though.
Thanks! It blows my mind how much those e-bikes cost now.. I've ridden a few now though and I'll admit they'e pretty fun
Bro, you have some big ⚽ ⚽ 's. Back in my younger years, I'd do a mtb trip but that's some serious throttle control. Yall be safe
I just keep looking for places to turn around and i saw a few thank God cause id be on my way back out of there quick time!
Your attempt on such risky , dangerous trails is applaudable , commendable. And so many ---able. 👍✌️👌💪❤.
Dude! Big ones! I've done cliff side riding but in short stints pucker factor 8. 10 on those sharp corners
Thanks 🤟🏼🤟🏼
Awesome confidence in riding amazing cheers
That would freak me out too much 😮My hats off to you and your brass balls😂Ride safe my friend!!
Thank u man form uae because u make a very good video and ride the dirt bike in thes land u mak me happy I hope u the best and good luck 👏👏👏👏
Amazing trail, full support here from Philippines...
Awesome trail, awesome riding !
Thanks!
Did this trial about 20 years ago.
Absolutely terrifying!!!
I can't even look off of my porch now!!!
Respect my man! That looks awesome, very sketchy dan dangerous, but awesome nonetheless.
Thanks! definitely one of my gnarliest single track rides
@@madjack_757 just checked out your channel, looks awesome! Subbed for more👌
Fantastic riding. at 70 years old I think I will stay away from that trail, I am not as agile any more. I still ride the trails, mostly to get to the peaks inorder to setup my Ham radio station to make some DX morse code contacts, and I ride a smaller bike now it is the XT 250, which fit's my slower ability.
Good job, you are not out of breath and handle that bike like a champion. Thank you for posting.
Thanks for the support!
Thats so cool you have a Ham radio setup! I never learned any of those old school communication methods, but I sorta wish I had. They're the kinds of skills ya want when the world is gettin crazy like it is now..
Its been a while since I've gotten to ride a 250, but they're the perfect size displacement trail bike. It was a big step up for me to go from my 250 to a 500.
Hey, I run CW off of my bike too. I live near this trail and ride the area all of the time. I'd make contact with you if you can set a time and freq. There's some trails like this deeper into Hell's Canyon that get pretty gnarly. I run mostly QRP with a dipole I string up into the trees. I've been riding these trails all my life and I don't think I've ever ridden as quick as this guy did!! We lost a friend once riding the trail.
@@rameylewis7730 Yes I will put you in my reminder, I would like to do a trail contact with you .
I’ve heard that Idaho is a total destination spot for riding. Endless trail and beauty. Looked absolutely mint.
It absolutely is 🤟🏼
I live here and idaho sucks we load up and go to mesquite
@@danyz250f Lol, that’s near where I live in Southern Utah. We have amazing riding too, but I find that everywhere has its beauty and I just wish I could ride it all!
Only people born in Idaho are allowed here. New state law.
4:45 wow... I'd never try this on a bicycle, let alone a motorcycle.. Great video! be careful!! :D
Great video man.
That's a lot of adrenaline. Your just in between the middle fine line of life and death.
Be safe bro. Amazing job.
We want you to live a long life with us. Take simple drives from now on bro. This is way too dangerous.
Have a good day sir.
This is gonna be sweet. Glad i get to watch you do it, so I don't have to!
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That is some crazy shit. Thanks for the inspiration to spend some time in Idaho this summer on my North America trip. Not doing this one on my DR650 though!
One of the gnarliest trails!! Absolutely recommend riding idaho this summer if you can! I agree hahahaha, I would be hard pressed to ride that trail on a 650.
Great video man! Pucker factor definitely engaged! I’ve got an ‘01 XR 250 I did a frame off rebuild on that I geared waaay down that would be perfect for that trail. Just not with me on it! Top notch display of skill and serious mental control. You took a few almost really bad day at best moments in stride! Well done, new sub here!
Dude! I bet that bike is sweet! Hahaha that trail is definitely 90% mental challenge and 10% physical. Super stoked I was able to scratch that ride off my bucket list and capture the experience on film!
If you only do it once, you did a hell of a job! Really well put together, too. Look forward to more content! Ride safe!
@Splintermill thanks!!
Saw a video about two years ago where a guy went off a trail that looked exactly like this on I believe, a KTM. Went all the way to the water, which fortunately was deep enough to result in a bath but no injuries. Great quality video, as I recall all the bubbles as his camera sank into the river/creek.
I think I saw this video of the guy from Colorado.. he was crazy lucky to have walked outta there.
Indeed he was.@@madjack_757
Yeah the guy was on a KTM 300, took a dive into the Crystal River, Devils Punchbowl, near Crested Butte, CO. CZcams link: czcams.com/video/zlb8ic6ivcg/video.html. Have rode this same trail on my KTM 300 with no issues but took it slow and concentrated - am in my late 60's so I don't go fast anymore! The Devils Punchbowl trail is an attention-getter for only about a mile or so, and certainly not as cajone-shriveling as your Idaho trail Madjack!
Yeah I saw that video! He was so so lucky to be alive.. Hahahaha I'm glad ya liked my video!! Maybe someday I'll make it out to Colorado for some riding!@@terryproffer5815
I kept fast forward when you are showing the fender camera. Not only is it boring, ( my personal viewpoint), I hate going backwards. Great scenery! Good video! 👍🏻
Thanks for the advice!
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@@madjack_757 please know that I will continue to watch your videos and enjoy the effort you go to in order for us to have good content. I greatly appreciate the bleep work you do in edit. At almost 67 I can still get on some dirt and my little bike, (XR 150), can't really get me in much trouble but I can watch the adventures you present via this platform. I know it's hard to present tone and meaningful understanding through type so I want you to know that I wasn't being a SA with previous comment. Keep doing what you do and I'll keep watching. Thank you for your time to reply. Later brother, stay safe as you can!
Thanks so much for the support! The editing process takes a massive effort and a lot of time, so the support means a lot! Get out there on that 150 and do some explorin!
equal parts beautiful and harrowing.. thanks Madjack
Glad you liked the video!!
Interesting you spoke of a 300 2-stroke, I was just wondering how my KTM XC would fair, I still marvel at the low-end grunt it has and how capable it is in just about any situation. Also to be noted, it appeared that there might have been a cave opening at the 15:12 mark.
Anyway, great filmwork, it appeared that you were filming from a drone trailing you at times, and obviously you had someone with you to get those "across the ravine" shots (or possibly drone also) - Great work!!!
Thanks so much! All of my film work is done via mounted cameras or a drone! I'll go see if I can see that cave too. I think your bike would have been absolutely perfect. I love my 501 but it is heavy and very touchy on the throttle.. It was a challenge to ride on that trail for sure..
@madjack_757 Thanks! And again, great work and thank you for keeping these trails "a best kept secret", so as not to see them become over-run.
@madjack_757 I can relate to "heavy", I sold my XR650 to acquire the KTM, all the grunt, half the weight ; )
I think I’d struggle to ride an xr650 in a place like that!! Hahahaha I can see why you made the switch 🤟🏼
I really want to ride that trail in the fall but the snow started falling before I could I’m hoping to ride it this spring I just might have to watch out for high water thank you for the video now I know what’s in store for me
Ride safe when you head back out there 🙏🏼
What settings are you using on your chin mounted GoPro? Video looks awesome.
A Gopro11 Creator edition set up 4K | 60 | Super view (16mm) on highest video quality!
You, sir, have earned a follower! And you deserve millions more.
Thanks so much for the support!!
Great job!! 😁 👍 👏 👏
Awesome video, thanks for posting it. Did you actually enjoy the ride? That looks terrifying to me.
Thanks! I actually loved the ride! Part of my passion for riding comes from two things- a love of being in places that make me feel small and setting myself into a mental state where I am only focussed on the ride and nothing else that was going on in my life at the time. I accomplished both things on that trail especially since I had it all to myself!!
@@madjack_757 In 1978, I scouted out a trail close to Mt St Helens that was open to dirt bikes. I was the trail guild for 3 other riders, all of them were way above me in ability. When we unloaded one of them asked me how he should gear his bike. (he changed the countershaft sprocket) I told him to put the lowest gearing on that he had. He looked at me over the top of his glasses, and I told him, "seriously, you will never get out of second gear today."
Off they went. At every trail junction, they would be waiting, and I would point which way to go, and they were off like a shot.
We had to cross a fairly deep stream, and one of them tipped over, and he hydro-locked his engine. It took us 30 minutes to get it going, and we were off again. The map showed five 180 degree switchbacks, but in fact there were 33 180 degree switchbacks. These switchbacks were so tight that going up, I would lean back and gas it a little bit and lift the front wheel and swing it down to the next section. Going back, I had to shut off the bike, get off, and drag the front end around. I was riding a Yamaha XT500 at that time. By the way, I caught all of the Hot-Shoes on this section of the trail. Their MX types of bikes were not as good as my thumper. LOL
When we made it back to the trucks, all of them said that it had been years since they had had this much fun. Sadly, this trail is now covered with several feet of volcanic ash.
WOW! Thats an incredible story. I used to race bikes from the 70s and 80s. I had a 74' yz125, '79 yz250, and a '89 CR250R and I couldn't imagine doing any riding like that on one of those bikes. Even though you were probably on the heaviest bike, I bet that torque that you had from the super thumper helped so much to climb those mountains!!@@BuilderofRat
@@madjack_757 Yea, I had no trouble anywhere, but those guys were just so fast. EXCEPT on the switchbacks. LOL I had a lot of bottom end for sure.
You must have balls of steel. Awesomeness.
Bro, don't mind anyone accusing you of gatekeeping. You are gatekeeping 100% and that is more than 110% OK. It's not a dirty word, and it has to be done, and someone has to do it. Great job dude!
Thanks for sharing this……I live in New England,will probably never ride out there
What’s the riding like out east?
I ride single track in Utah and have ridden some trails similar to this in Moab and up in the Wasatch back country. You should try some of the Alpine Loop trails up in American Fork Canyon or any of the trails up Logan Canyon, this one reminds me of the Cottonwood Canyon trail, just like this, no return, full commitment. Probably heard of all of those if you are in the mountain west.
Are all those trails in Utah? I have been planning to do some filming/riding trips down there and am making a bucket list of places to hit!
@@madjack_757 Yeah they are plentiful. American Fork is great but crowded on the weekend, the single track are all MTB and dirt bike, during the week you will see hikers and horses but not many. Logan Canyon is awesome too, Richards Hollow is an epic 7 mile single track, I think they are all part of the Shoshone trail system. Check it out !
when did you ride this? Is it dry already this time of year? Local to Idaho..
I rode this in October. I wish it were this dry already!!! The best bet we have this time of year is the Owyhees :/
WOW! You're so much better rider than me. I really wish I had the talent to be able to ride like you. I am 70 and don't think I would try it even on a 125 Honda kid's bike. Bravo to you. PS I like the holster too! 🙂
Thats so nice of you to say! Riding in these backcountry areas is a life passion of mine. I'm 22 and have been riding for 10 years now. It began with trails, progressed into racing for years, and after all the racing injuries caught up with me, I came to love riding/exploring these remote areas.
Someone else was mentioning smaller bikes for this trail too and honestly I think thats a half decent idea! I was riding a 500 in that video, but that bike has massive power and is on the heavy side. Having something lightweight and easy to manage could be smart for that trail!
Thanks! I carry everyday and especially when I am out in the middle of nowhere lol. Only thing I have wondered is if I ought to bump up to a bigger cartridge because I have had my own run ins with bears before.
@@madjack_757 I wish you were my neighbor I would love to get to know you. I am in St George Utah and there is some stuff I am sure you would like. I will send you a youtube. I has a WR450 and it weighed 296lbs. On hard stuff got to where it was not fun and I am riding for fun. KTM made a 200 that was 202lbs but hard to find. I bought the 250WF and it is great at 230lbs. Big difference but I still am not capable to do what you are doing.
Awh thanks! Whats the riding like out there?? Honestly when it comes to bike selection, a lot of people like to just go for the big beefy motors but forget about the added weight. I've seen a few of those 200s around and I've heard the KDX 200 was a dream as well.
All that matters is riding what is most comfortable and FUN
The best dual sport tire combo I've found is the shinko 216mx 90/100 cheater front paired with maxxis desert it 110/100 rear. They wear at the same rate and both last forever. Shinko 505 rear works good in slick rock but doesn't last and I can't tell difference in traction elsewhere except the extreme loss of traction at end of life and can't trust it in the rocks at speed due to the soft compound.
WOW! Well done. I'm a lifetime Idaho resident, been riding since I was 7 years old in 1977. I can tell you that my T-Dub 2double0 and I are not going on this trail.
HA! gotta love those 200s. Good news is I'll be bringing all y'all with me on these rides with my videos!
@@madjack_757 And I will watch them!!!
Hey man, wowza, thats knarly...but you rode confidently. Skills.
Looked more like MTB trail.
Hey, got a Q for ya.
On looking for trails and adventures on the 500 or say a 650, would you say you'd be good with something like a SUV thats AWD or would you need a 4 x 4 rig say a Land cruiser or something of that nautre??
I wanted ask you cause you said you ride often and go to these places w bike on carrier... so the vehicle is important as well.
What say you ?? Is an SUV enough ? With some AT tires ... V8 or V6 enough ? Etc.
Suv is definitely more than enough. The biggest factors are going to be having a trailer that’s not on wheels and is suspended only from the vehicle. Then you’ll have to ensure that trailer hitch is able to handle the downwards weight of a suspended trailer and the bike.
Maybe 30 yrs ago - but probably not. Great ride!
Right there with ya...I made it to 60 so far, would like to make it a few more! 😎
I watched a couple of videos a while back of Chuck Sun riding this trail and I think Damon Bradshaw might have been in one of them too with offroadrider15f. At any rate it is hairy to say the least!
Nice! 👍 Amazing single track.... I definitely need to add this to my list 300XCW.
I was really hoping the trail let to some super-awesome location. Dang.
Above my pay grade especially on a 500 props to ya!
Thanks!!
Im a back country mountain biker, i was planning to ride this trail but heard reports its not pedal friendly at all, but judging from the video it doesnt look as bad as I thought .Also didnt think it was much of a secret either, its on all the MTB map apps but yes a lot of trails in idaho are unknown unless you just get out and start exploring and I often have days I dont see anyone the whole day
My issue when finding this trail was that each source I researched it had different directions for me to get there. Additionally, online it had been marked as the wrong trail numbers by different sources. It’s very off the beaten path and you gotta go look for it to find it. First day of driving was like 6+ hours and the second day was 3 hours. It’s doable on your mountain bike.
Thanks for responding and reporting back about it being MTB friendly. Watching the video in full now it looks just like riding the Yuba River @@madjack_757
Noice bra...very nice.
🤘🏼😎🤘🏻
Wow!! And what would one do if meet up with another rider from the other direction or even a large animal walking the tail? You're the Boss dude!!!
Thanks! It’s a challenge and you have to try and yield to the other people/animals.
amazing trail and rider skill
Where did you get those handguards? I just got grey plastics and can't find the grey husky handguards anywhere. Ended up going with the black KTM ones that are much thinner and I don't see them lasting.
They came stock with the bike, but now I have the sturdier bark busters!
Also the bike is a 501 🤟🏼
Sweet man, i wish i could trust the bark busters to not get a broken wrist even though ive yet to go over the bars. Wouldve paid for themselves in the levers i would've saved by now. @madjack_757
@@dudebro29 Yeah i definitely stressed about that when I first threw them on.. Im pretty glad I did tho cuz my most recent set of projects that are in the editing phase right now are for riding Moab UT. Those bark busters DEFINITELY paid for themselves out on that slickrock lol
Sick drone footage , i saw it almost clip that tree i gasped haha
Trust me that drone has been through the ringer lol
@madjack_757 Wowers ! What a sick trail , i do lots of fly fishing and mtbing ,that seems like an optimal place to go take my bike and rod!!
@H3DG3xC043 oh dude I bet you could find some amazing pockets in the river to cast into just by taking your mtn bike out there!
@madjack_757 sweet deal!! you give me inspiration to go find this spot , currently working on rebuilding my slide in for a vacation hopefully this summer or next summer !!
@H3DG3xC043 get after it dude! Yeah get that camper setup and head up to central ID! Just get ready to fight off the mosquitos 😂🤟🏼