About this episode
Tyler "Freakin" Reynolds and the First Texas Triple Star In 2025 the Texas Triple Star was born. Complete all three events in the Texas Showdown Series, in the same category, within a calendar year, and you'll earn a handmade belt buckle crafted by Texas builder Kyle Gilbert. Last year the series became official with the addition of West Texas Showdown, and seven riders stepped up to attempt the full trilogy. By the end of the year only one rider was left standing. Tyler "Freakin" Reynolds. Racing in the Slowdown Singlespeed category, Tyler completed the entire series and etched his name into Showdown history. Tyler's Triple Star Stats ETS – 1d 9h 37m — 2nd place CTS – 1d 4h 37m — 1st overall WTS – 1d 15h 45m — 1st place Total Time: 4d 5h 59m The time to beat for the Slowdown SS category. For a full writeup and photo gallery of this episode visit BikesorDeath.com SHOW NOTES East Texas ShowdownMarch 27th – 29th Use code getoffthecouch at checkout for 15% off Sea Otter Bikepacking Campout & After Party presented by Old Man MountainApril 16th – 19th RYDB FestMay 22nd – 24th Use code bikesordeath for 20% off the Community Overnighter registration
