Riding O’Leary Trail had been on my list for a long time and it lived up to it.

This is an official IMBA Epic tucked deep in Oregon’s backcountry near McKenzie Bridge. Remote, exposed, and very mentally attentive. Long climbs, narrow bench-cut singletrack and moments where focus matters more than speed.

This video is my first full backcountry IMBA Epic, showing what O’Leary actually feels like on trail: the flow, the isolation, and the sections that really got in my head.

If you’re curious about:

• what a true backcountry IMBA Epic rides like
• how exposed sections actually feel on trail
• whether O’Leary lives up to its reputation
• or you’re planning a future Oregon MTB trip

this video should give you a clear, honest look.

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