One thing I’ve liked about these videos is that they show the difference between a very good rider and a pro rider. Really gives us mortals an idea of exactly what these riders are hitting at full race pace.
This venue looks absolutely sick. Classic New England tech, a taste of high alpine, fresh loamers and rain forecasted on race day. Its gonna be a good weekend of racing sports fans.
Freshy track looks like butter! Better than watching blown out man made bike park DH runs. Natural features for the win! Ya I know it's a bike park. As a builder you can see the difference.
@@willdonasco5457 I bought a giant helmet last year and it looked ok but it hurts my neck on roots because it's so heavy, I mean I paid $185 for it and it was a mistake. On that trail, we call " trail from hell " I ride my giant road helmet, which giant did good on. I'm going to do better research next time. Are you looking a new helmet, if so, what are you leaning towards ?
I was talking to my riding buddy today during out after work ride how I think I'd be faster on my modern 115mm travel trail bike than my DH bike from 20+ years ago.
Believe it or not, for most of the history of MTB riding and racing, trails have not been perfectly sculpted, bike-park-&-thus-bike-specific sorts of things that seem to be prevalent in the past 5-10 years. Many of the world's best riders in Enduro and DH prefer an open-taped, ride-in-the-lines setting. Natural technical challenge separates the skilled from the less-skilled.
@@seanoneil277 I wasn't really referring to the trails not being sculpted bikepark trails. More just that they are very natural and rugged but almost to a point that it's hard to call it a 'trail'. It's just a rocky/grassy area with tape on either side.
@@yaacovr So go read my comment again, which was addressing that very point in your last sentence. Do you assume everyone's as intimidated and/or confused and/or unsettled by "but where's the trail?" as you are? Do you assume that what the best riders in the world can ride, also is something you can, or would want to, ride yourself? I think the best riders in the world would be fairly bored by what the average MTB rider finds challenging. If you find you can't relate to what they ride, or what they'd prefer to ride -- then try to appreciate the sport by looking at it from THEIR view, rather than yours. People who've been riding for 20+ years have seen an insane change toward very capable FS bikes. During the same time, new trails built around the world have become easier -- at the same time bikes have grown in capability. It makes no sense. The top riders in the world want to race on challenging tracks, not tracks that Joe Average MTB can relate to.
One thing I’ve liked about these videos is that they show the difference between a very good rider and a pro rider. Really gives us mortals an idea of exactly what these riders are hitting at full race pace.
This venue looks absolutely sick. Classic New England tech, a taste of high alpine, fresh loamers and rain forecasted on race day. Its gonna be a good weekend of racing sports fans.
I remember the days when Ruaridh was nice to Ric.
Very enjoyable gents!
Great stuff team. Anyone else miss the original style of Chris Ball and Rick having a laugh down every stage? Those were pretty good fun!
Love that Insta360 mount, what is it please? Mine is not a graceful.
Nice job guys. Love those little under the peak cam's. Can anyone tell me what they are please?
Possibly an insta360? Could be wrong though 🤔
Welcome to Maine!!
Freshy track looks like butter! Better than watching blown out man made bike park DH runs. Natural features for the win! Ya I know it's a bike park. As a builder you can see the difference.
That shimano tape is strong!
Stages look sweet
I'm wondering. How many trail dogs did the editor set off with the squeaky toy?
Was it chunky? 🤣 Great wee vid 👍
Where is it broadcast!?
It would be awesome if you all raced in Pisgah North Carolina, East Coast Rocks
an owl can rotate its head 270 degrees btw 😳
rick.. what is that little white camera on your helmet?
who makes?
Insta360 go.
@@think1up123 exactly that!
What brand and model of helmet are they wearing?
I was wandering the same, wearing that T shirt, it must be Giro, but which one, they look good.
@@saddleweary5760 I did my research its Giro Fixture MIPS
@@willdonasco5457 Hey, thanks man, I believe I'll check them out
@@saddleweary5760correction its Giro Manifest, the visor hinge place on top not I line with visor
@@willdonasco5457 I bought a giant helmet last year and it looked ok but it hurts my neck on roots because it's so heavy, I mean I paid $185 for it and it was a mistake. On that trail, we call " trail from hell " I ride my giant road helmet, which giant did good on. I'm going to do better research next time. Are you looking a new helmet, if so, what are you leaning towards ?
Enduro bikes are more capable than DH bikes of only a few years ago!
I was talking to my riding buddy today during out after work ride how I think I'd be faster on my modern 115mm travel trail bike than my DH bike from 20+ years ago.
@@ianfurqueron5850 20 years is a long fucking time man... what did a cellphone look like 20 years ago...
@@CalgaryDynastar I had a Nokia.
Wheres the intro music gone?
277 degrees before blood vessel damage.
We all were wondering, this is pivotal information
@@larry_ellison happy to provide a service .
I'm not gonna lie... It sort of just looks like they put tape hoping the racers will end up making the trail.
Believe it or not, for most of the history of MTB riding and racing, trails have not been perfectly sculpted, bike-park-&-thus-bike-specific sorts of things that seem to be prevalent in the past 5-10 years. Many of the world's best riders in Enduro and DH prefer an open-taped, ride-in-the-lines setting. Natural technical challenge separates the skilled from the less-skilled.
@@seanoneil277 I wasn't really referring to the trails not being sculpted bikepark trails. More just that they are very natural and rugged but almost to a point that it's hard to call it a 'trail'. It's just a rocky/grassy area with tape on either side.
@@yaacovr So go read my comment again, which was addressing that very point in your last sentence.
Do you assume everyone's as intimidated and/or confused and/or unsettled by "but where's the trail?" as you are?
Do you assume that what the best riders in the world can ride, also is something you can, or would want to, ride yourself? I think the best riders in the world would be fairly bored by what the average MTB rider finds challenging.
If you find you can't relate to what they ride, or what they'd prefer to ride -- then try to appreciate the sport by looking at it from THEIR view, rather than yours.
People who've been riding for 20+ years have seen an insane change toward very capable FS bikes. During the same time, new trails built around the world have become easier -- at the same time bikes have grown in capability. It makes no sense. The top riders in the world want to race on challenging tracks, not tracks that Joe Average MTB can relate to.
you didn't do your research if you don't know what a rock lobster is!
Are you one of Paul Sadoff's customers?