Commuting by Mountain Bike

Commuting to and from work is an American pastime. For some it's a long drive through traffic, or a series of walks and subway stops, but a very lucky few will ride to work this morning on a mountain bike.

Mountain bikes are designed to travel through the rugged terrain found on mountain bike trails, so by definition they are quite durable. Potholes, curbs, and alternate routes are no problem. Strangely enough, the mountain bike might be the ultimate urban commuter vehicle. They're ready for everything.

When you commute on a mountain bike there's no such thing as traffic. Come to think of it you can circumvent roads altogether. Roads are no fun on a mountain bike anyway.

You should also consider fuel consumption. While cars run on gas, diesel, or electricity, bikes generally run on tacos. We all know how much those cost. Instead of wearing out like a car engine, your body gets faster, leaner, and stronger as it converts tacos into pedal strokes. What does your bike run on?

When you have a stressful day dealing with clients or coworkers, the ride home on your mountain bike is a healthy way to channel your rage. You can ride like a maniac without endangering others, and that's something special. If you were to get into a car with a head full of stress it might land you in an accident or a fist fight. Here in Florida It's quite common for motorists to get in gun fights during rush hour. As fun as that sounds, I’ll stick to riding off of stuff on my mountain bike.

By far the best thing about commuting by mountain bike is that you’re riding a vehicle that was engineered to have fun on. If you’re an active person who craves excitement, there’s no better way to kick off your morning. If you have some extra time, dicking around on your mountain bike is a guaranteed way to put a smile on your face.

So to those who choose to commute on a mountain bike, we salute you. Today, you'll take the road less traveled, and traverse routes with no roads. Because of you, there's one less car on the road, and one more reason to eat tacos. Thanks for riding with me today and I'll see you next time.

Directing and Videography: Domingo Olavarria
Riding and Editing: Seth's Bike Hacks

[SethsBikeHacks]

Not sure if my message posted, but I need you guys to share the crap out of this. These shots were a lot of work!

[ZapperBoy]

My morning Cycle to school on my 15 year old mountain bike is one of the best parts of the day. I may be a little sweaty for the first class but I'll also be smiling

[megakra]

Point of video : eat tacos ride mountain bikes

[CobraKyle]

My bike is powered by hummus and shattered dreams!

[dartwadermovies]

Hey, I might seem like the biggest fanboy, but I've found your channel couple days ago. I have watched every one of your videos even tough I knew how to perform some of the tricks /hacks to see if you do it differently, I am addicted to your channel. I'm currently on a holiday and a new video always puts a huge smile on my face :)

[Mike-tgpv]

I love commuting on my mountain bike, but being in high school means I'm also carrying a 20 lb backpack haha. And the shots and cinematography were amazing!

[vidlipovsek]

Ride to school every day. Yesterday it was -2 but i put gloves on and drive trough the wood to school. Its a lot of fun couse there are some jumps and good bands. Only problem is that my home is on the hill. I usually run on pizza or nutella.

Greetings from Slovenia.

[paulthompson]

I have commuted on my mountain bike every day for the last three years. Love it.

[johnmay]

Wow, your camera man was really smooth in transition and following. When you bunny hop onto stuff, the camera smoothly follows. I was sitting on the edge of my seat, literally grunting and making weird sounds, especially at the end when you were riding that skinny. So true, tacos for days haha, human fuel. Thanks for the video, so epic man! That shadow derailleur must be really good and the tubeless conversion seems to be holding up. Also the different thumbnail; a new look into 2016. Can't wait, keep it up Seth!

[GeorgeLoch]

Love it! A bike is such a great compromise in cost, speed, and fun!

[santiagodearrascaeta]

yeah dude, i am physical therapist and after the work at the hospital thers nothing better to bring back my mental and physical energy as playing in my mtb back to base. im starting to bunny hop and manuals thanks to you bro and im loving it. thank you.... my pedaling fuel are tecolotas (tortas of chilaquiles) XD

[lutfilais]

This is a huge improvement of quality! With the slide shots and everything keep up the good work

[brian]

Keep up the good work Seth. Your vids always inspire me to get out for a ride, even if I can't get out to the trails. You've shown how to have fun even in the urban jungle.

[tomshoutsloudly]

Hi, I've recently bought a mountain bike. To be exact it's an Apollo Gradient, full suspension and 21 gears (I think: 3 on the left 7 on the right) and I've already had it swimming in mud, I clean it all the time and the best part about it is my buddy next door does mountain bike racing and stuff, he services his own bike too! I'm finding your channel really helpful, it helps the fact you go into great detail when explaining tutorials and how things work. I'm only 12 so this really helps! Thanks man!

[rigorhead]

Really well put together video. I really dig all the cool bunny hops!

[avq]

Nice video Seth. I junked my car two years ago and ride about 7 miles a day back and forth to work. I've got two real steep hills and I can do the ride in almost half the time now. Never been in better shape in my entire life and I'm saving thousands of dollars every year.

[jonasschirrmacher]

Honestly, that was one of your best, if not the best video you ever made🖒

[HOWBAZARY]

Excellent video, I ride a Specialized Rockhopper 29er 23inch frame 2015, before that a Diamondback Response xe, been riding year round since 2012. I live in Davenport Iowa, and we get all kinds of weather here. Commuting by bike is the best desicion I ever made! At 35 I am in the best shape of my life, daily commute 20-25 miles. I get about a hundred miles to the gallon of chocolate milk!

[fret]

Love your channel Seth, . This video is inspirational! Greetings from Canada, .

[igouroum]

The gimbal / steadicam sequence at 0:19 is a beaut. Props to the operator!