First time on the World Cup Downhill Trail- Ft. William Scotland

World Cup Downhill Trail at Nevis Range Bike Park
Rider: Brad Christian
Bike: SARACEN Myst 4
Location: Fort William, Scottish Highlands
Difficulty: Black (Expert)
Trail Length: 2.82 km
Elevation Drop: 555 meters
Description: The World Cup Downhill Trail at Nevis Range Bike Park in Fort William is one of the most iconic and demanding downhill mountain bike trails in the world. Host to the UCI Mountain Bike World Cup since 2002, this trail is revered by pro riders and amateurs alike for its extreme technical difficulty, punishing terrain, and steep descents.
Beginning at the top of Aonach Mòr, accessible by gondola, the trail immediately throws riders into a high-speed descent with steep, rocky sections, sharp switchbacks, and bone-jarring rock gardens. The upper sections of the trail are exposed, offering stunning views of Ben Nevis and the surrounding Highlands.
As the trail progresses, riders face a relentless barrage of challenging features, including rooty, off-camber sections, massive jumps, drops, and technical chutes. The infamous "Hazzard Hoofer" rock garden and "The Wall" near the bottom of the course are particularly known for testing even the most seasoned riders' technical skills and nerve.
The final part of the trail takes riders through the notorious motorway section, with massive jumps & tabletops. I only had one day to ride here so I mostly avoided the final motorway jumps and opted for the left-hand side cheat route.
The trail finishes in the World Cup arena, often filled with crowds during events, making it a truly unique experience to ride a course used by the best in the sport.
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This is sick, nice footage 🔥