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  • Опубліковано 23 лис 2018
  • I've been meaning to film this video for a while. I've been super busy riding MTB recently and making videos, but this one is super important for you people to learn what works for you if you want to start working with brands from your sport. Comment if you have any questions and I'll film another video like this soon!

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  • @MartianMoon
    @MartianMoon 5 років тому +787

    Wow, way to crush my dream of helicopter blade sponsorship

    • @MattJones
      @MattJones  5 років тому +150

      hahaha you win the best comment

    • @bikerboysmedia1431
      @bikerboysmedia1431 5 років тому +31

      Hey don't listen to matt u do u 👍

    • @michaelkulinski8849
      @michaelkulinski8849 4 роки тому +24

      Easy fix, just learn to ride helicopter blades

    • @moneytalks4217
      @moneytalks4217 4 роки тому +9

      Never laughed so hard BBQs 😂 Helicopter Blade’s 😂😂

    • @michaeltapp8656
      @michaeltapp8656 4 роки тому +2

      😂😂😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣😂😂😂😂😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆

  • @bassman87
    @bassman87 5 років тому +263

    But in all honesty, this was the best how to get sponsored video I've seen. Your tips really did make sense.

  • @declanocallaghan2007
    @declanocallaghan2007 5 років тому +107

    How the hell was 'helicopter blades' the first thing that came to your head

  • @I53-624
    @I53-624 5 років тому +286

    How to get sponsored: be an amazing bike rider like matt Jones

  • @williamirvine1931
    @williamirvine1931 5 років тому +73

    As someone who works within the sponsorship industry, your comments are spot on. It is totally about what you offer and how you can help brands achieve their objectives. Never fall in to the trap of telling a brand what they can do to help you i.e i need money, i need stuff. Class comments pal

  • @carterlindblom6003
    @carterlindblom6003 5 років тому +138

    Tip for younger riders, don’t worry about those small brand sponsorships and wait until you really feel like you’re up there with your riding, and keep in mind that local bike shops are the most attainable and easily the best sponsors

    • @charliedeschambault2599
      @charliedeschambault2599 4 роки тому +4

      How do I do a 1hander?

    • @swthrhsathanasopoulos7288
      @swthrhsathanasopoulos7288 3 роки тому +5

      @@charliedeschambault2599 just be confortable with the jump and work your way up, for exable the first time you will remove your hand a little bit after 2trys idk you like remove it more and you will work your way up😁

    • @swinners7256
      @swinners7256 2 роки тому +1

      yes... i have tried to email one but i dont know how you could make there brand known or advertise it

    • @neilkhyriem9207
      @neilkhyriem9207 Рік тому

      Tqvm sir ❤

    • @Tristan_Graver
      @Tristan_Graver Рік тому

      Do the bike shop itself sponsor me or the brands within it

  • @MrEddieG420
    @MrEddieG420 5 років тому +65

    Work your ass off, practice makes perfect, and need to get yourself out there and be seen.

    • @MattJones
      @MattJones  5 років тому +5

      I couldn't agree more!

    • @MrEddieG420
      @MrEddieG420 5 років тому

      practice... If you just used spell check I may have agreed with you. Practice spelling dude.

    • @sloemost5809
      @sloemost5809 5 років тому +1

      Pete are you an American or British speller? Out of interest..

  • @ianbirkett6542
    @ianbirkett6542 5 років тому +22

    I've been involved with action sports for 17 yrs now and this is the first time I've ever heard what I think is legitament advice from a professional rider that I really enjoy watching. Keep it up matt. Great job

    • @MattJones
      @MattJones  5 років тому +10

      wow that means a lot thanks so much! It's just my view from what I've learned but that's super cool that you agree!

    • @jacobmtb2965
      @jacobmtb2965 3 роки тому +1

      @@MattJones I think the exact same thing and so do all of your viewers

  • @crashinwithashton
    @crashinwithashton 4 роки тому +27

    Hey Matt, thanks for this video. I have only been mountain biking for around 6 months, but I wanted to try to get sponsored. I reached out to a pedal brand and I asked if I can do a video on their pedals. They said of course, I didn’t ask for anything free but after I made the video they decided to send me some free pedals! Thank you so much!

  • @darrenrees1392
    @darrenrees1392 5 років тому +22

    Matt. That was a fantastic, mature,and inspirational message you have sent out. I hope you keep doing what your doing and influencing the young people coming into the sport with your fantastic attitude.👊

  • @Wicaudrus
    @Wicaudrus 4 роки тому +20

    His sponsor: Red Bull
    He drinks: Monster energy🖤💚

  • @HolmsOnBikes
    @HolmsOnBikes 5 років тому +3

    This video could not have come at a better time for me personally. I watched this Saturday and it motivated me like crazy. I've been off the bike (i am indeed a roadie lol) since sept 26 when I had knee surgery #2 of my life. Well that one was a failure and i just had knee surgery #3 on nov 14 and will be off the bike until sometime in January. I started contacting companies telling my story and telling them my unique idea for documenting and getting back into race shape. I'm currently in further talks with 3 of the companies and couldn't be happier. Just wanted to say thanks Matt! Cause honest to God without u making this video, i never would have had the ba**s to ask companies for support as I'm not that type of person to just randomly ask lol but i have a unique story/plan and was able to put value in my proposal for myself and the company as well. Keeping my fingers crossed as this would be an amazing, amazing opportunity. Thanks again!!!!

  • @stratbutcher
    @stratbutcher 5 років тому +1

    Plenty of genuinely useful advice in this vlog. Sponsorship is a two-way street, even if it seems a little lob-sided early on. Always keep the ego on the down-low with deals until you're "actually" a big cheese. Obviously being mindful of who's getting what out of any deal (you wouldn't ride Rampage just for a set of grips!).
    I assume a "responsible adult" brokered the deal you got at age 12, and things grew from that? Local bike shops can be great at sponsoring local talent, even if it's just for race fees. As you say, it's a way in, and then you nurture it. You've obviously had good advice along the way Matt and want to pass it forward. Good on ya :)

  • @ozan3076
    @ozan3076 5 років тому +44

    Gets sponsored from HelicopterBlades after this video

  • @maxmarrion2505
    @maxmarrion2505 5 років тому +20

    How about a video on your unique story of getting sponsored with Halo?:)

  • @FlowFinderUSA
    @FlowFinderUSA 5 років тому +2

    This is the type of video that earns you an audience for life.

  • @supersandy8692
    @supersandy8692 10 місяців тому

    Watching this 4 years later as I’m looking to get sponsored and you explained it soooo well and I’ve now learnt some things I never knew! Thanks Matt 👊

  • @DerTypMitDemNamen
    @DerTypMitDemNamen 5 років тому +3

    I think it's quite valuable that you're speaking about being sponsered. In my optinion it often seems a bit mysterious and hardly anybody understands what it's about. thanks dude, peace :-)

    • @MattJones
      @MattJones  5 років тому +1

      thanks so much, legend!

  • @elirichardson8536
    @elirichardson8536 3 роки тому +1

    Hank you so much for making this video! I contacted my potential first sponsor for mountain biking after watching this video.

  • @nathanaelhill9026
    @nathanaelhill9026 5 років тому

    I see I've come to the comment section 8 months late, behind the times as usual, but as others have said, this is the best how to get sponsored video I've ever watched, and I have rewatched this over and over as a recap over the months and am still trying to build up my master plan for sponsorship, and thanks to this I might even have a chance. Most riders when asked this question is just have fun on your bike, which I've come to realize is an amazing tip as people ride trying to ride like a pro when they aren't that good, and it takes the fun away, but just having fun really does help and makes you a better rider because your naturally progressing instead of forcing it whilst at the same time having fun; but they don't tell us how to actually come forward with companies and get that sponsorship, which this video does. Good job Matt and Marin and halo are lucky to have you on their side!

  • @g-tray3997
    @g-tray3997 3 роки тому +1

    thank you man I am a young fencer and I am looking for sponsors right now and your tips really helped. thank so
    much

  • @andreasqueo6547
    @andreasqueo6547 5 років тому

    So taking your advice:
    I’m a mountain biker,
    I fit with this sport,
    You are the right person to speak with Marin bikes,
    I can help them to get visibility in Italy because their bikes are not very common here.
    But actually I would like to be talented like you, it will be much easier!!!
    Matt you are the best and your channel is something positive!

  • @hermanbrits8239
    @hermanbrits8239 5 років тому +84

    I'm 13 and I was sponsored to do a skills class for free , I mean it aint free bicycles but it's something right?

    • @MattJones
      @MattJones  5 років тому +26

      yeah that awesome, good work and nice one for being stoked about it too. that's the main thing

    • @colethedirtbikeboy6009
      @colethedirtbikeboy6009 4 роки тому +1

      @@MattJones I race dirt bikes and I am trying to get some sponsors. I have been trying my hardest and pushing the limits. What shall I do next, I will try my best.

  • @cosmologicdj3994
    @cosmologicdj3994 5 років тому +2

    You’re just like a idol for me! You’re one of the most sympathetic and skilled riders that are not popular because of UA-cam

    • @cosmologicdj3994
      @cosmologicdj3994 5 років тому +2

      And I’m sorry for my bad English

    • @th_js
      @th_js 5 років тому +1

      Your english isn't bad bro!

    • @MattJones
      @MattJones  5 років тому +1

      thanks so much, that means so much. really appreciate it!

  • @alenfazlagic8427
    @alenfazlagic8427 5 років тому +1

    This is such a great video! Out of all the mountain bike youtubers you are one of the ones who deserve millions of subscribers! keep it up and you will get there!

    • @MattJones
      @MattJones  5 років тому +1

      man thanks so much!

  • @condog_axis7950
    @condog_axis7950 2 роки тому

    Yo man gonna be honest your video was actually so helpful man, the other ones was just said have followers and you get sponsored, your video actually explains what to do if your following is small. I just wanna say thank you

  • @instrumentalracing8468
    @instrumentalracing8468 5 років тому +1

    Thank you for this video very much. I think it's doable for me with my offroad race team. Its gonna take a lot of work and to turn a new corner with sponsoring would be everything. It's been 7 years I've been desert racing and 2 with my own car. This is a starting point for me unfortunately because I came to racing not knowing anyone. I've been really down because it's my dream and I know I'm good, but was considering giving it up because sponsors. I've raced in two utv world championships with not one handout from a company because I didn't know were to start. I really appreciate this post more then you even know. Thank you

  • @ky4encetv463
    @ky4encetv463 5 років тому +2

    Matt is such a decent lad, I am looking forward to meeting him somewhere on the bike parks.

  • @th_js
    @th_js 5 років тому +9

    Can't wait to see the video of the freak bike!!!!!!

  • @andreasspyrou7688
    @andreasspyrou7688 Рік тому

    You are amazing brother, I think this video is all i ever needed.

  • @wesmajor9838
    @wesmajor9838 3 роки тому

    Thee most insightful and helpful sponsor vid I've seen, well done Matt. Keep it up!

  • @arptv806
    @arptv806 2 роки тому

    thank you so much man this was sooooo helpfull im a young rider trying to get started on motor cross and i had no idea how to land sponsors this vid solved alot of stress you earned yourself another subsciber

  • @Amandura
    @Amandura 5 років тому +3

    Awesome video as usual Matt. Could you make a video reflecting on your experiance at X games in 2013?

  • @Estebiken
    @Estebiken 4 місяці тому

    Thank you SOO much ❤. Love your energy and good vibes. Your advice was awesome 🎉i😊

  • @max_435
    @max_435 5 років тому +5

    Diego Caverzasi is sponsored by a winery and a company that specialises in making zippers. I wouldn't call that in industry exactly, but I guess it's support either way

    • @freerider8737
      @freerider8737 5 років тому

      Max _ yeah not impossible to get sponsored by people not into mtb i have a necklace sponsor which is pretty fucking sick a couple mates are sponsored by a snack compony

  • @nickpinder2549
    @nickpinder2549 5 років тому +1

    Best how to get sponsored video ive seen. 100%

  • @quackfaction8371
    @quackfaction8371 Рік тому

    Thank you very much for your tips and advice! I've been wanting to think outside the box and work with brands that I love and this was the first video I watched for starting and I loved it! I even wrote down some of your advice you mentioned! :)

  • @itsme3297
    @itsme3297 3 роки тому +6

    One of the tips of getting a sponsors: Be always nice ALWAYS.

  • @Towardrisk
    @Towardrisk 4 роки тому +5

    Thnks that was informative and encouraging :)

  • @owenwilcox5941
    @owenwilcox5941 5 років тому +1

    Amazing video I am going to a huge mountain biking festival soon with some huge brands and I am now going to use these tips to see what I can do

  • @markomilanovic4456
    @markomilanovic4456 5 років тому +1

    Matt thanks for very useful video... Is just beatiful to tell honest things that will help me and all of the people that watched this video... realy thanks.

  • @Daniel-sy7mg
    @Daniel-sy7mg 3 роки тому +1

    Best video to get sponsored nice job you motivated me heaps

  • @paul3180
    @paul3180 5 років тому

    Sponsorship relationships can start very small. I was at my LBS a couple of months ago and got a great deal on tubeless tires (and great service too). I asked for a couple of business cards, turns out they are stickers. There's one on the tool box I take to the dirt jump part. It's visible so if my box is out anyone can see the sticker. More returning the favor than real sponsorship, but both parties benefit, even if it's only a few bucks here and there. It's all about relationships. Say please and thank you, be polite. If I was half my age (still older than Matt) I'd continue to leverage the relationship with the bike shop beyond just spending plenty of money there. ;)

  • @Helminiack
    @Helminiack 2 роки тому

    I would love if you made a video talking about your day-to-day operations

  • @gemeni69
    @gemeni69 3 роки тому

    Great information. Loving my new Marin San Quentin by the way. Made a well informed decision to buy by watching your videos. Great bike and keep up the awesome videos.

  • @garyhall4449
    @garyhall4449 5 років тому

    Great as usual and we'll explained. Hopefully this will inspire some of you guys.. I'm the wrong side of mid 40s and love watching yours uploads.. 👍 👍

  • @James17910
    @James17910 6 місяців тому

    Hey matt, thanks so much dude i wish i watched this video earlier. My dream is to get sponsored by redbull and a bike brand for my hopeful slopestyle carrier. Love your videos man and have a good one

  • @WegPiraat
    @WegPiraat 5 років тому +2

    Thnx for the Nice video !
    All your information worked perfectly.
    Now I am sponsored by blue tomato. ( best chop in the world ) !!!

  • @brandongossett287
    @brandongossett287 2 роки тому

    I clicked youre video first because I knew you'd explain things clear and detailed.

  • @EdithIvhay
    @EdithIvhay Рік тому

    Awesome. Well said. Can’t wait for the next video

  • @lilitheymanuail
    @lilitheymanuail 7 місяців тому

    Hello well first of all thanX a lot for helping us in understanding how sponsorship works 🙏🏻 I truly really appreciated all the informations ✨

  • @hurtihurti
    @hurtihurti 4 роки тому +2

    When you click on this video and get an ad by matt jones and mucoff😂

  • @Alexloenn5
    @Alexloenn5 5 років тому +5

    before i see this video, i just have to say to everyone that anything is posible,I just turned 14 and i have 6 sponsors wich i'm super stoked about! So to all of you, anything is possible! Go out and shred now!!

  • @landerongena8687
    @landerongena8687 5 років тому

    Matt, you are honestly the nicest dude in the world, i realy look up to you

  • @Epiphonech
    @Epiphonech 3 роки тому

    That's a great message! Inspire and be sponsored! Attitude and attraction matters a lot

  • @coopersharp2921
    @coopersharp2921 Рік тому

    My dream is to be where you are. Money is a huge barrier for me right now, but as soon as i can get a real job, i will finally get an upgrade from my $500 hardtail 😅

  • @AbsolutCool_
    @AbsolutCool_ 4 місяці тому

    Bro you crushed my dream of being sponsored by a bbq brand like Heinz Ketchup

  • @antonadema4326
    @antonadema4326 5 років тому +6

    Hey Matt, thank You for your video message, i'm Anton from the Benelux

    • @SanderDW
      @SanderDW 5 років тому

      Belgium!!!

    • @antonadema4326
      @antonadema4326 5 років тому

      @@SanderDW nee Nederland 🤘🏻

    • @MattJones
      @MattJones  5 років тому

      Hey Anton, you're welcome! Thanks for commenting on my videos. legend

    • @antonadema4326
      @antonadema4326 5 років тому

      @@MattJones i follow You for more than 1 year now, on all kinds of media. It was a big surprise to get that message. It means a lot to me that You took some time for sending me that . Keep being yourself , your are awesome🤘🏻👍🏻

  • @dorian_tihi5869
    @dorian_tihi5869 4 роки тому +1

    Every Minute was Interesting! Thanks for the Advice

  • @sebsundera835
    @sebsundera835 5 років тому +1

    Hey Matt great vid, just thinking could you do a video on riding your compound on a full sus because I own a full sus and feel like it’s much harder to do big dirt jumps on a full sus.

  • @neilkhyriem9207
    @neilkhyriem9207 Рік тому

    I love it ❤ tqsm I feel confident now becuz I'm a daily, crazy fast rider on the roads n streets 🤧 n yes maybe offroads if I get aggressive bikes 🤧 btw tq n all the best to u too bro 😎🥳🎉 (influencer)

  • @nicolemoan
    @nicolemoan 4 роки тому

    Thank you! I’m a artist a ceramic artist. Make outfits, ceramic corsets that are wearable. I’ve been thinking for a while I should contact the glaze, clay, and store I buy my stuff from. Also folks that love to support the arts! to show off how amazing clay is!! Have many shows that I need help getting there a van to make my movable studio dress shop. Kinda like sponsors to get you to your next race or maybe you need a new frame. Thank you this was very helpful!

  • @nathansmith25
    @nathansmith25 5 років тому +1

    Great video. Although I'm sure these tips may work, something I have noticed with most sponsors is parents. For example I do all sorts of races and get podiums and all the racers around me, even the people I did better than, are sponsored in some way mainly due to their parents.
    I find this quite unfair for riders like me that have a much lower chance of getting sponsored.

    • @MattJones
      @MattJones  5 років тому +3

      Hey Nathan. I know what you mean. It might seem like other riders are getting more support, but that's not always the case. Keep doing what you're doing. Talent is important and it sounds like you have lots of talent. So keep riding fast and getting videos of you smashing corners and hitting jumps :D

  • @paulherrmann4923
    @paulherrmann4923 5 років тому

    best video I have seen in a while…..some really good advice mentioned...

  • @douglasespinosa
    @douglasespinosa Рік тому

    I swear I heard “hey PayPal welcome back to my channel” 😂❤💸

  • @aligarfield5590
    @aligarfield5590 5 років тому

    Great explanation, worked for me with shred and others of the likes, so you've got a good chance of working it out

  • @Adilaty
    @Adilaty 2 роки тому +1

    Just........TANKS YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @HUSHHUSH-
    @HUSHHUSH- 5 років тому

    That was a great inside of this topic Matt . Great thank you 🙏 for sharing

  • @chrisdewson3285
    @chrisdewson3285 5 років тому

    Great video Matt, been waiting for this one. Lots if useful info in there

  • @Yokaylob
    @Yokaylob 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for your time bro

  • @ayyy-oscar4600
    @ayyy-oscar4600 3 роки тому +1

    Hearing you got sponsored by halo at 12 was crazy

  • @rioe7592
    @rioe7592 4 роки тому

    This video is so helpful and beneficial thanks so much for sharing this video. Congratulations on how far you have come it’s amazing! Good luck to everyone else I hope this gives you a boost of confidence and some luck! (I know I have an agario profile picture and a stupid name haha 😂 but I’m a mountain bike rider and love the community and like I said good luck to everyone!

  • @lewishill5978
    @lewishill5978 5 років тому

    As always such a great video with great vibes so positive and full of info nice one bro

  • @eproberts1
    @eproberts1 Рік тому

    I am a promoter, content creator, social media manager/influencer! Should be no problem lol I'm wanting hotel/motel sponsors for my singer songwriters! and free places to stay! This is a great informative video, thanks for sharing

  • @timcutler3534
    @timcutler3534 5 років тому

    Great video, also more importantly great help man! Keep the great videos coming man

  • @bikingeggroll4168
    @bikingeggroll4168 5 років тому +5

    Great video

  • @ronniesbikes2745
    @ronniesbikes2745 4 роки тому

    I started riding for the first time in May 2019 and I’ve just completed comp line at chicksands and now I’m dirt jump crazy lol

  • @bbggakkba
    @bbggakkba 5 років тому

    Really, a big factor, you have to be good. No one is interested in a rider than can’t at least top 10. You do have to be a talented rider.

  • @randelharry1
    @randelharry1 5 років тому

    Beautiful Inspiration my Brother!! . Absolutely 100% useful, Definitely need to Subscribe to you

  • @channelchannel4453
    @channelchannel4453 2 роки тому

    Thanks for the advice. Super pumped 😬🤙

  • @RoyaltysFinest
    @RoyaltysFinest 2 роки тому

    Amazing breakdown, Red Bull here I come😊

  • @huskyhoon6541
    @huskyhoon6541 5 років тому +1

    Yes been waiting for this not for bikes just free t-shirts 😂

  • @bsmithvids0414
    @bsmithvids0414 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you for the info

  • @Xanderdp
    @Xanderdp 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much for this, I'm really hoping I get a sponsorship

  • @roberttulloss3103
    @roberttulloss3103 Рік тому

    Great video! I appreciate the advice.

  • @lifeontwowheels3964
    @lifeontwowheels3964 5 років тому

    And sometimes brands try to find ambassadors! Apply to them and thats good way to start! But allways guys dont be sell off! Try to get sponsors that has same values as you and you really belive in them and like their product

  • @user-tx6ih1fk3n
    @user-tx6ih1fk3n Рік тому

    That is great sir I enjoyed the video I need a sponsorship for motorcycle adventure but I don't know how to go about it

  • @southkorean.mapping.
    @southkorean.mapping. 3 роки тому +2

    cant wait to get popular and get sponsored by dragon city!
    and also real quick
    this comment is sponsored by dragon city.

  • @larpergang
    @larpergang 4 роки тому

    Most useful information I've taken from youtube keep it up

  • @Kalwedo_Spearfishing
    @Kalwedo_Spearfishing 2 роки тому

    Thanks mate for your nice video ...🙇🙇🙇🙇

  • @harleygamertv4773
    @harleygamertv4773 5 років тому +5

    Street ride mat jones 👊

  • @scotttasker5318
    @scotttasker5318 3 роки тому

    Thanks Matt, super helpful video!

  • @zootmanmtb7739
    @zootmanmtb7739 4 роки тому +1

    Great advice man thanks 💪👍👍

  • @sopheaphuongratanak4245
    @sopheaphuongratanak4245 3 роки тому

    Me watching this while doing nothing just sleep every day

  • @theabusedtrashcan617
    @theabusedtrashcan617 5 років тому +1

    AS a gokarter, does it make sense to have McDonald’s as a sponser?

  • @dewell810
    @dewell810 3 роки тому

    God bless you ma’ brother

  • @laikenracingreidbarnes555
    @laikenracingreidbarnes555 2 роки тому

    Thank you for this info!❤

  • @Liteflo97
    @Liteflo97 5 років тому

    Thank you for the great video. It was super helpful.

  • @samgooding-matthews3175
    @samgooding-matthews3175 5 років тому

    Would you be able to do a video on how you started your channel ,what you needed ,how you edit ,how you plan your videos. I have no illusions it will make me a superstar I’m a average rider on a average bike and I’m really happy with that just really interested in all the how to stuff

  • @brennanmccrary2678
    @brennanmccrary2678 4 роки тому +3

    Im 16 and dont have enough money to even get a hard tail i rent a mtb out when i go but i have skill just not money