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@neilbowers69562 ай бұрын
I remember working at the British Grand Prix as a litter picker. But, the best bit was we were given access all areas and it literally was access all areas. I managed to get up close and take a picture of Alain Prost, Nigel Mansell, Derek Warwick, and Ayrton Senna. Walking up the pit lane on race day was the best thing ever! The smell and the noise, just amazing! This video just reminded me of that experience and I can see why you had such a huge smile on your face as well.
@AngkarYearZero5 күн бұрын
OMG, you took a picture of those people!!! That's unbelievable!!!! ...or not
@Offn1ne2 ай бұрын
Can't Express how much I love your videos, keep it up man! Cool to catch a video early.
@DownieLive2 ай бұрын
Thanks a ton!
@LivingWithSpinaBifida2 ай бұрын
I agree with @Offn1ne
@TerridaX2 ай бұрын
@@DownieLive Loved watching your vids since you were giving us the downlow on Vancouver!
@heideroosje122 ай бұрын
Keep doing these F1 tours. they are soo good.
@myschevious112 ай бұрын
I discovered your videos about a year or so ago because your first F1 experience came up on my feed. As an F1 fan, of course I watched. I have watched several hours of your videos since then because incidentally, I also love trains - but the fact that you love F1 so much takes it all. I love living vicariously through your videos. :) Thank you!
@DownieLive2 ай бұрын
Great to hear!
@Shaynegrainger2 ай бұрын
When they had the Molson Indy Vancouver, I was fortunate to get a temp job working at it in the food services and was given an all access pass for the entire 3 or 4 days of it, including the Players party at the downtown Library and had full pit lane access as well, got to meet all the drivers and team owners from the likes of the late Greg Moore, Paul Tracy, Alex Zanardi, Michael and Mario Andretti to name a few. It was an awesome time, my main area I worked in at it was the area where all the team owners and staff were at especially for the victory celebrations.
@kevinpatriquin8222 ай бұрын
I fricken miss the Molson Indy Vancouver 😢 I wish they brought it back.
@lloyd58822 ай бұрын
Love these vids, keep it up!
@MrRobertcarnell2 ай бұрын
Fancy. I guessed after they liked last year's video you were doing Paddock Club 👏 The VIP one in Montreal looked great too. That felt more like you're in the garage with them. But having that Paddock boat transportation in Montreal would've been nice ;)
@joevermillion97482 ай бұрын
Great Video Mike. It looks like you had a great time. Thanks for sharing your experience.
@lovetocollectАй бұрын
Just spotted my partner at 2.27 - he works in the PC he would have been sorting the audio for the interview. Thank you for posting so I could check he was doing some work 🤣
@paulolson2 ай бұрын
That is so totally coooool, Mike. I'd say you were having the time of your life. What an amazing event and especially your ride around the track. That severe turn you showed us was hair-raising. You do such great work, youngster. Thanks!!!!!!
@ChandniVlogs2 ай бұрын
It's cool because you got to see other things not included, like the guy that took you to the other place. Otherwise paddock club is literally packed with people pushing and shoving most of the time which I dealt with in Doha and the wristbands for the track tour were finished in a couple of hours. Our shuttle got there later and so we missed out even though it was included on the price. Also people would sit at random tables and sections they are not even allowed in and no one would do anything about it. It's cool if you know people but not otherwise.
@jemlovestolaugh2 ай бұрын
gosh these are some of my absolute fav videos to watch! incredible coverage and what a treat for you to have picked an oyster with pearls in it!
@evanpierri2 ай бұрын
Dude this is incredible! Thanks for the peek into Paddock Club!!
@nosoyenzo39672 ай бұрын
LOVE YOUR F1 CONTENT CONTINUE GROWING AS PERSON AN D AS CHANNEL CONGRATS
@a.m.sanchez37462 ай бұрын
Cheers, to *this* tradition! What an experience, Mike!! #seeyanextweek
@jekx67702 ай бұрын
I just have a big smile watching your videos I feel like I’d be friends with you and be there doing all this cool stuff. The best smiles are the genuine ones you don’t realize your doing until it’s over
@laraleyendecker28852 ай бұрын
What a blast!🎆
@michaelmacdonell48342 ай бұрын
Downie....I am so proud of you. Your hard work and sheer, bloody-minded wholesomeness is responsible for all this.
@John_Fugazzi2 ай бұрын
This dropped at 3 A.M. California time, but at least I get to see it late. Pearls used to be the only thing Bahrain was known for, a sleepy little island in the Persian Gulf. My, how things have changed!
@jurrassitol152 ай бұрын
Loving the F1 videos! You need to do another one with Sinan and Vincent!! Keep up the good work, loving all the content…and can’t wait to see if you make down to Australia for a a race or to japan or even singapore!
@leanneharris31912 ай бұрын
Love how you’re giving us this opportunity to see the fun behind formula one racing. I used to watch with my brother about 37 years ago.
@tylero85952 ай бұрын
Damn man. I remember subscribing when you had less than 1000 subs. Just stumbled upon your page. I live in Crescent Beach. Amazing how far you have come. Keep it up. you really have one of the best channels.
@thewolfethatcould88782 ай бұрын
THE Flyover!!! Pretty darn sweet Downie!!! Loved it! 🌱🌻😉
@sboc28042 ай бұрын
Love your videos Mike! Especially the F1 videos! How did you get the tickets? It’s a dream of mine to do exactly what you did here!! ❤
@nylla61612 ай бұрын
Only thing better than paddock club is buying a spot on a yacht by the chicane in monaco. best food, wine & champagne, spot to watch, & so many driver interviews on the yacht. was really cool to hear stories from Jeremy Clarkson
@petezee66452 ай бұрын
That Oasis area is cool AF! That should be the spot. Would definitely go there
@kudos-q2 ай бұрын
dude i really like your F1 experience videos
@ylliardi1232 ай бұрын
You make really entertaining videos man keep the good work up!
@jodichadney2 ай бұрын
How did you go from travelling by trains to Dakar & F1?!? Well done!!!! I remember the videos of you & your dad travelling across Canada via train 🥰 🇨🇦
@Nitai202 ай бұрын
Great Vid mate I used to travel for working at these F1 events last year so I know most of the staff in the paddock club!
@NB89.2 ай бұрын
good video man , look forward to more like this
@andywillis26502 ай бұрын
Brilliant video & insight Mikie :)
@DavidJBradshaw2 ай бұрын
I once managed to blag a free Paddock Club pass for the Friday practice day at Silverstone. Not quite that level, but still one of the most amazing days of my life and I still remember the food 20 years later.
@Legoracer972 ай бұрын
I watched your previous video and it was the inspiration to go to this year's bahrain grand prix. Although i had grandstand seating for the weekend, i had a package that allowed us up to the oasis deck and the pitlane walk and track tour. It was an amazing weekend and was good to see you had an amazing experience too!!!
@DownieLive2 ай бұрын
Oh that’s awesome! I hope you enjoyed it!
@Legoracer972 ай бұрын
@@DownieLive it was amazing, especially seeing Lewis Hamilton's '08 McLaren fly around the track, made the weekend that more special
@DownieLive2 ай бұрын
@Legoracer97 oh big time! That was so cool!
@Logan2030VR2 ай бұрын
I’ve always wanted to go to a F1 event but never have love the vids man keep it up!!
@EvanLindy2 ай бұрын
Super cool experience, great video!!
@teamredgutz3992 ай бұрын
Nice tour of the Paddock Club. Excellent. Have not been to that one yet.
@Simonbarker19802 ай бұрын
Had the opportunity to meet you at the Bahrain GP and you guys couldn't have been nicer. I'm the islanders fan from Scotland who still isn't over Tavares leaving 😂 Glad you enjoyed the paddock experience we hope to do it next year maybe see you there 👍
@DownieLive2 ай бұрын
Simon! I remember, we met outside the drivers entrance to the paddock! Thanks again for saying hi! I hope you had a good time too!
@6wide2 ай бұрын
Wish you would have brought the people you met from last year to the behind the scenes
@jacquelinetennant50492 ай бұрын
Absolutely amazing. Thanks Mike.
@MrGnomerdoom2 ай бұрын
That was cool to watch, great video!
@HugoMendez-qy3lt2 ай бұрын
You’re living the life I always wanted and thats to be in F1 race close to everything!! Thanks for the video
@shoop40402 ай бұрын
" WOW" Would absolutely love to experience an F1 race like that.
@shanedawson42772 ай бұрын
We really love your f1 videos, mate. I don't know if it is easy or hard for you , but please don't stop making these videos ❤❤
@user-uc4sv3ih1i2 ай бұрын
Exicited
@carolinehaney70402 ай бұрын
Wow what an amazing experience! I’d love to one day get to do paddock club. I’ve been to the Miami and Austin GP and Bahrain seems so chill.
@heathfindsvideos2 ай бұрын
That’s sick bro well done. Watched last years video and looks like you had as much fun at both years
@carlmuhm38962 ай бұрын
Your haircut rocks... great video
@DownieLive2 ай бұрын
You rock!
@casparmh62652 ай бұрын
I remember last year I was in the stands at silverstone they did a track tour for paddock when all the stands were full and the booing was crazy 🤣
@Cabiofampos2 ай бұрын
What a life my dude. Glad to see how happy you were.
@RetailRipper2 ай бұрын
I always enjoy paddock club videos.
@StacheEsq2 ай бұрын
Major bucket list goals.
@ilikeathf2 ай бұрын
Mike Downie + F1 content = the best
@GAlvarado2 ай бұрын
Looks like a ton of fun bro!
@DarthFurball21 күн бұрын
Would love to see a behind the scenes WRC vid too, maybe even with a ride-along...
@xRicCi2 ай бұрын
So cool, hope to see you in montreal!
@shaynorman14462 ай бұрын
I love watching your videos! Always a great experience to see, I have no interest in F1 but I enjoy your joy for it.
@vincentjoyce51002 ай бұрын
One of the best behind the scenes vids I’ve ever seen
@jermsp2 ай бұрын
Yessss mate, the Kym collab is coming, I can feel it!
@sebpic_2 ай бұрын
Such a cool experience to see all the different access areas!
@DownieLive2 ай бұрын
So interesting!
@CindyGerend2 ай бұрын
What an experience and privilege, thanks for sharing!!!! 🏎️
@Andrew-nw4np2 ай бұрын
Awesome vid brother! My wife and I are huge F1 fans. Love when you do F1 content! Again thanks for the quote I got off you for my wife’s Valentine Day card “I don’t know where I’m going next, but I want you there with me” Lol, remember me! Keep up the great vids. Can’t wait for the next one!!
@thomasphiri20232 ай бұрын
Great stuff man
@Stevie_ci2 ай бұрын
Hey, Michael, Looks like you are on a roll. Nice one and well done, S
@LambertLefebvre-ib7cg2 ай бұрын
Feels like we're there. Thanks for the amazing content!
@DownieLive2 ай бұрын
Thanks for coming along!
@mattpaullmusic2 ай бұрын
Spitting on the other oysters at 8:19 😂
@graemewilliams66972 ай бұрын
I did Paddock Club in 2022 on the Friday and it was great.
@thegodzownsАй бұрын
What's the price of those tickets ? Him : Yes .
@HEDITZZ_XАй бұрын
guess who’s gonna cell their house to buy it😭😭
@firyaaal2 ай бұрын
I watched F1’s vlogs of yours. Now you’re in for paddock! Cool🎉
@connorlewis7272 ай бұрын
great video! any idea what the jersey he’s wearing is? i like it
@redgarcia1427Ай бұрын
Was really awesome seeing you have the time of your life!!!✌🐢
@cardiac192 ай бұрын
Our man Downie going big time!
@BalsamicPork2 ай бұрын
I just started getting into F1 last season. Seeing this side of it is amazing.
@joycedysart36102 ай бұрын
Very cool paddock Mike
@srdriggers32902 ай бұрын
What do you use to keep track of all your travel-related info such as itineraries, documents, etc.? Do you use something like TripIt? Notion? Spreadsheet?
@KorraTheFrenchie2 ай бұрын
Huge F1 fan myself. Love your videos. 🙏
@PSNacorn7772 ай бұрын
Why were you not allowed to show the race start or any of the pitstops?
@AnirudhShailender2 ай бұрын
Goated video. Well done
@DownieLive2 ай бұрын
Appreciate it
@rafael24102 ай бұрын
You have too come to Switzerland and travel with the red arrow train!
@Rexodom2 ай бұрын
So cool! Youre Channel is really unique in the F1-Scene
@DownieLive2 ай бұрын
Thanks. I appreciate that!
@neljohn69102 ай бұрын
Awesome!!! makes want to do bahrain!!!
@aidanchatfield2 ай бұрын
Were did you get his danny ric blue Jersey 8:30 & your Aston green Jersey 0:26 can you tell me. Links if you can.
@user-hp2il6su8r2 ай бұрын
How fun! Thanks for taking us along. My 9 year old grandson's favorite is max.
@amadeuspaulussen2 ай бұрын
I think it looked flawless without the wing. So unique. But there's other areas that look very original still.
@metalderek83762 ай бұрын
Nando looking into your soul @ 3:30
@Malard7792 ай бұрын
with your paddock club passes you can go into the F2 and F3 paddock a far more intermate experience
@DLeadVox2 ай бұрын
Looks super fun!
@beee1712 ай бұрын
yeeee you back !! love it
@jonasmcrae2Ай бұрын
Very cool, but try to go WRC events where you get most of this (except the food) for free, get even closer to the cars and drivers
@jensi2212 ай бұрын
Were the food and drinks included in Paddock Pass admission price?
@Reesquivelg2 ай бұрын
I would sell my soul to go thereeee
@carolyntreadwell62982 ай бұрын
Thank you for taking us with you, its the only chance I'd ever get,
@mulalonemasetoni89242 ай бұрын
i was there, saw you filming
@abdulrahmanalghareeb99112 ай бұрын
Met u in the paddock, What a guy!!
@heatherrowles99302 ай бұрын
Im not going to pretend to have all of a sudden become a fan of F1, but I respect that you are and that you also need funds to finance the videos that I do love.......Im looking forward to seeing your next more traditional Mike Downie video and, as always, will view every video for the different view you give. Cant say Im a fan of Bahrain, simply from the human rights perspective, but, unlike many Arabic nations, they at least seem to be trying to be seen to do what is right (by western standards anyway).......as with everywhere though, they have a way to go. And I mean everywhere. There isnt a nation on Earth that couldnt do better on that front, my own included.
@Gingersnap02 ай бұрын
You said what I was just thinking in a very respectful way. I’m starting to question why I’m now following a channel about F1 racing in the Middle East, neither of which I’m even curious about. I was a big fan of his older content, and if this is his true passion, I can’t fault him. But it’s gotten to the point where I just scroll past his videos without watching. There’s enough fans here pleased with the content so my measly view hardly matters, but I do miss the old content. I found him during the pandemic and it was fun while it lasted.
@heatherrowles99302 ай бұрын
@@Gingersnap0 Mike is awesome and if you'd read through the comments all the way, you'd have noticed he responded to another comment with an explanation. I suggest you look for it if you genuinely enjoy his non F1 content and remember that he is watching a sport he enjoys, not touring and endorsing the nations that sport happens to have a race in. Mike Downie has some of the best travel blogs, and the best presenting style, Ive ever seen. And from what he has said, he has a more traditional video coming next.......Im going nowhere.
@BotFansUnited2 ай бұрын
Man... that looks like so much fun! 😊
@bleedingfly2 ай бұрын
It's amazing that all this came from pulling stuff out of the ground.
@chrissawyer60342 ай бұрын
You've come along way from taking the cheapest trip to a f1 race, and man it looks good on you. I'm jealous, but in the best way!!
@DownieLive2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much, Chris!
@prestontucker99222 ай бұрын
Guenther was there because he is a commentator for the German broadcaster RTL this F1 season.