Cycling Heaven With A Climbing Superstar | Girona Uncovered Ep. 1
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Күн бұрынIn the first video of a new Girona Uncovered series on GCN, Hank visits Ashleigh Moolman-Pasio, one of the world’s best climbers, who currently rides for AG Insurance - Soudal Quick-Step. They chat about life as a pro cyclist in Girona, Ashleigh’s Rocacorba Cycling business and community, and then head out for a ride up the epic climb from which it takes its name.
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00:00 Intro
01:08 Why Girona?
03:12 Rocacorba Cycling
09:55 Ride with Ashleigh
13:53 Rocacorba climb
19:20 Rivalry with Annemiek van Vleuten
22:09 Target for 2023
23:56 Summary
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@gcn Жыл бұрын
Which other riders & places do you want to see us feature in future videos? 🚴🌎
@fernandoestigoy Жыл бұрын
Lyne Bessette, and do it out here in her gravel stomping grounds in Quebec's Eastern Townships!
@filippopogacar Жыл бұрын
Eventi del Pendola col capitano EDP Max Riccio
@Shawza4 Жыл бұрын
Come to South Africa to do the Cape Town Cyle tour. Worlds largest one day cycle event.🇿🇦🇿🇦
@AbelduPlessis Жыл бұрын
Louis Meintjes please!
@douglaspate9314 Жыл бұрын
Andorra
@RichThomas Жыл бұрын
Hank - this is your best type of work. Mingling with people you don’t know well, embracing the experience, putting them at ease with your humour, and sharing with the viewers. Chapeau. Awesome video.
@edgibbs3229 Жыл бұрын
I totally agree. Hank does an amazing job on these type of videos.
@gcn Жыл бұрын
Hank knows how to make friends! We love getting the chance to film abroad with Hank, never a dull moment!
@jasonjames6870 11 ай бұрын
Yep he's a very charming chap
@jonathanpeake546 Жыл бұрын
What an amazing person and athlete Ashleigh is. This is one of the best GCN videos I’ve seen. So good to promote the champions in the women’s world tour. Would love to see more videos like this.
@gcn Жыл бұрын
Thanks for such kind words! Super cool to hear that you love these videos, where would you like to see us explore next? 👀
@guitsynthcw Жыл бұрын
Stayed there for a week last year. Beautiful villa with great views, two friendly dogs and a great staff. And some really nice roads…paved and gravel.
@cmarnold78 Жыл бұрын
Nice!
@ViveSemelBeneVivere Жыл бұрын
I think this will drum up more villa business - and well deserved!
@pilarsterne Жыл бұрын
Ashleigh is amazing. This is easily one of the best GCN videos I've seen. More content with inspiring female cyclists like Ashleigh, please! 🤩
@enonbusiness8156 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Hank and Ashleigh for giving me inspiration to go back to the saddle after a long winter couch surfing! I love this video and the chemistry. Ashleigh so natural Infront of the camera. Love it
@gcn Жыл бұрын
Let us know when you get out on the bike!
@geoffreyhoney122 Жыл бұрын
While I am not a racer, I was enthralled by this! I would like to see more coverage like this of these AMAZING strong woman athletes! More please gcn! Love Hank's personality that makes everyone feel at ease!
@gcn Жыл бұрын
We love to hear this! Who should we send Hank out to meet next? 👀
@Stickygoma Жыл бұрын
"Ahhh I had way to much scrambled egg!" Priceless. Great video, always awesome hearing conversations with pros, especially Womens Tour pros like Ashleigh.
@flamingkingscyclingteamcor3590 Жыл бұрын
A group of friends and I spent a weekend gravel riding at Rocacorba Cycling a couple of years ago, and I can confirm that it´s bloody awesome! Ashleigh`s carrot cake was the highlight!
@gcn Жыл бұрын
What a great way to spend a weekend! How did you find the gravel? We might have to head back for a slice of cake! 🍰
@billcodey1430 Жыл бұрын
One of GCNs best videos. Thanks.
@fisharefriends598 Жыл бұрын
She’s an absolute machine. She’s having and interviews on the bike and not getting out of breath. Hanks very fit. But she’s a few levels up
@glennoc8585 Жыл бұрын
She's a climber too so much lighter than Hank and even some of the ladies.
@gcn Жыл бұрын
Interview whilst riding Rocacorba ... that is no easy job 🥵
@lukewalker1051 Жыл бұрын
@@gcn Respect. When they were doing the climb and Hank said, Ashleigh why don't you tell us a little about yourself, I went gulp, thinking how hard it would be to talk sensibly and have enough breath...lol.
@SEBDISTEF Жыл бұрын
The best GCN video I've ever seen ! What an inspiring person she is !!! Engineer, world class cyclist, entrepreneur, business model, quite life with all her friends.. What do you want more ? That's perfect life in the perfect place on earth !! THANK YOU 😍
@carlmullender2941 Жыл бұрын
fantastic video, thank you, and now I know who Moolman-Pasio is, not just a name and number - brilliant.
@sunnuntaipyorailija1662 Жыл бұрын
One of the top videos of GCN👍. More this kind of content! Hank is superb as always. Didn't know much about Asleigh before this. Now I can't wait to see her race.
@dwayneletterman3778 Жыл бұрын
I really like these longer videos and the rides with current and former pros. I always remember these videos watching them race. I remember their personality I feel more invested in them while they are racing. The latest GCN+ video with Mitch Docker was one of the best I've seen in the two years I had a subscription.
@gcn Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Dwayne! What documentary will you watch next?
@dwayneletterman3778 Жыл бұрын
@@gcn Slow Pro Tour of Crete and then Slow Cycling - France.
@BikePappy Жыл бұрын
So fantastic. We’re booked for a week in July and this has just heightened the anticipation to level 12. Can’t wait to get there.
@gcn Жыл бұрын
Oh you are going to have lots of fun!!! Turn your notifications on for more Girona content soon!!! 🔔
@ierefaanbatchelor2578 Жыл бұрын
Amazing video. The scenery was so beautiful. And Ashley seemed so down-to-earth. Really enjoyed the video.
@edgibbs3229 Жыл бұрын
Fantastic scenery. So incredibly beautiful. Thank you Ashleigh and Hank!!!
@gcn Жыл бұрын
Great to hear that you enjoyed the video! Girona is such an amazing city, make sure you keep your eyes peeled on the channel for more Girona content soon! 🙌
@sandbanks12 Жыл бұрын
This was a great video, really enjoyed it.
@karlcycles4504 Жыл бұрын
Great video Hank and GCN. This is all the inspiration one needs, what a fabulous place Ashleigh has in Rocacorba. Would love to go!
@gcn Жыл бұрын
Do you fancy a trip out to Girona? It really is a cyclists dream 🙌
@Jdwmaguire Жыл бұрын
Loved this, Hank was exceptional getting Ashleigh out of her zone and filling us in with the life she has. Brilliant stuff GCNm more of this please!
@robertwaldren6206 Жыл бұрын
And once again, there’s Hank with his helmet on during the post-ride meal, even though he’s got a cycling cap on as well! Hank, did you wear the helmet for a dip in the pool, too? Good on ya though; what a great place and a great video!
@gcn Жыл бұрын
The question is, when *doesn't* Hank wear his helmet?
@sandgroper1970 Жыл бұрын
I absolutely love that, if you’re talking you’re not going hard enough…..
@ZratP Жыл бұрын
This was an amazing documentary! A mix between cycling world and a travel video. I loved all that first part learning about Ashleigh, her environment and facilities. Hank is really good at immersing himself while interviewing. Then of course the ride, especially before the climb, it's almost like a podcast but on 2 wheels instead of a comfy sofa in some studio. And the barbecue at the end of the ride was such a nice touch. Those are the kind of moments in life you just appreciate and could be translated for anyone cycling here. A good nice dinner with friends or family after a hard ride. Kudos to the whole team.
@gerhardviljoen8739 Жыл бұрын
Awesome! Well done Ashleigh🇿🇦
@furst6 Жыл бұрын
What a classy Lady - Hank you did a tremendous job sharing with us Ashleigh, Rocacorba and cycling joy in the purest sense of the word. This video ia a gift. Thank you!
@haroldbergdoll5169 Жыл бұрын
Awesome, thanks GCN for this video. Looks like Hank had a great time. The climb looked amazing. Nice views , Ashleigh has a awesome place to go train!!!
@gcn Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it - we'll let the team know!
@doggylover1958 Жыл бұрын
Superb video, nicely done! The enthusiasm is totally infectious, thanks.
@lesflynn4455 Жыл бұрын
Brilliant video. Loved every second of it. My god. Ashleigh is 6:15 faster than any other woman on Rocacorba. That's amazing.
@rachelharvey71 Жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed this, such open and honest content with an inspirational woman Ashleigh and a wonderfully cheerful chap Hank. Thanks GCN keep up the great work xx
@gcn Жыл бұрын
Great to hear you enjoyed it! Fancy seeing more of Girona? Check out our GCN+ doc 👉gcn.eu/girona
@RobinT346 Жыл бұрын
Great seeing Ashleigh Moolman-Pasio in a video, I hope we get more videos with women from the pro teams.
@mornenaude2885 Жыл бұрын
That braai at the end looked sooo good! All the best Ashleigh hope to see you in yellow come tour time.
@mikeeasey6815 Жыл бұрын
Love this kind of vid, really great job.
@aaronedgeart Жыл бұрын
Absolutely perfect video, including killer climbs, perfect views, a strong rider with her absolute dedication to women's cycling, as well as an entertaining GCN host willing to really listen and not take the spotlight. Wonderful!
@gcn Жыл бұрын
We loved hanging out with Ashleigh Moolman-Pasio! She gave Hank a good workout and we got fed very well 🙌 Who should we interview next?
@BobMcKerrell Жыл бұрын
Super video! More of this yes please!
@Mrdirt22 Жыл бұрын
I love that when the ride is over and they're eating Tacos, Hank still has his helmet on. 😆
@sco0tpa 3 ай бұрын
She's not a bit winded. What a talent.
@Patrik6606 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely fabulous 😍
@thomasjackson4702 Жыл бұрын
Great video and interview... Very enjoyable and informational.. Need more like this....
@brucefishing Жыл бұрын
I can’t wait to get back to Girona and Rocacorba Cycling in April. Such a great place to stay and ride!
@n22pdf Жыл бұрын
Wow Ashleigh is awesome what a climber.. maximum kudos.. 🤩👍🏅🚴
@gcn Жыл бұрын
Climbing and interviewing... without a care in the world! Ashleigh smashed it 💪
@LD-bv1pm Жыл бұрын
Great video. Really nice to meet Ashleigh. Hope she has a great season.
@chrisridesbicycles Жыл бұрын
It IS cycling heaven and it‘s only 5 days until I head down there. 😍 Finally something else than grey sky and freezing temperatures or riding indoor.
@Yocambio Жыл бұрын
Looks like you're going to get a weather window next weekend on Friday and Saturday. Rain is forecast for most of this week and next week in Catalunya. On the other hand, today was fabulous, 20C and bright sunshine around Barcelona. Hope you have a great visit!
@chrisridesbicycles Жыл бұрын
@@Yocambio Thanks mate. I don‘t mind a bit of rain, it‘s a training camp for the Flanders sportive anyway. If I get the temperatures that are forecast for next week on April 1st in Belgium, I‘ll be happy. 🙃
@markclevedon81 Жыл бұрын
What a perfect life indeed. Thankyou Hank and Ashleigh. Inspirational and what a fantastic place to live and train.
@gcn Жыл бұрын
Great to hear that you enjoyed the video! So cool to hear that you love Girona, turn your notifications on for more similar content soon! 🔔
@rmb_dev Жыл бұрын
Best vid of 2023 from GCN so far!
@oscarsanchez1327 Жыл бұрын
Amazing how thanks to the Olympics and the massive effort of the local authorities, a climb that was off road 30 years ago when I used to MTB up, has become a sort of legend for the roadies. It makes me happy.
@gcn Жыл бұрын
It's such a cool climb! Lot's of great off-roading to be done around Girona. Turn your notifications on for more Girona content soon!! 🙌
@oscarsanchez1327 Жыл бұрын
@@gcn get the MTB lads and go to Sta Coloma de Farners or Riudarenes. Around 30 DH's from 7 to 15min. long (that's going for it). You'll love it!!!!
@bumpytrailsproductions Жыл бұрын
What an absolutely fantastic place! It's great to see a pro, like Girona, being just a regular person. Hank is a guy to hang out with at any time and so is Girona! Thank you for showing us this inspirational video!
@gcn Жыл бұрын
That's what we love to hear! Keep your eyes peeled and your notifications turned on! We've got some great Girona content coming your way. 👀
@gavinward7352 Жыл бұрын
This is the best type of GCN video and you should do more of it, cheers
@gcn Жыл бұрын
Thanks Gavin! Where should we head next? More Girona content coming soon!... shhh we didn't tell you that 🤫
@siegfriedpfeifer1379 Жыл бұрын
Love this!
@dalis994 Жыл бұрын
A great video, lots of good vibes
@jamesbull9879 Жыл бұрын
Dreamy! What a place! Great vid!
@prakashnarismulu3332 Жыл бұрын
Great to see Ashleigh on the channel . Best cyclist from South Africa 🇿🇦. Vasbyt Ashleigh and best wishes for the season
@AliWade1971 Жыл бұрын
Girona has been top of our ‘Must Visit’ list for several years. 2023 may be the year we get there
@gcn Жыл бұрын
Let us know what you think of Girona if you do visit!
@rienzocolpo Жыл бұрын
One of my top GCN videos, and Ash is wonderful (biased Saffa here). Well done Hank and team.
@rangersmith4652 Жыл бұрын
Massively enjoyable video!
@nicolasmoreau3434 Жыл бұрын
Ashleigh is so cool - and what an amazing place to live and train
@gcn Жыл бұрын
We can't thank Ashleigh enough for letting us into her home and showing us around Girona... we're not jealous at all 👀
@Stelth846 Жыл бұрын
What a great video! More of Ashleigh in the future please :)
@zjablov Жыл бұрын
It's intrestening format! I think there is so much interesting "small" teams to discover apart from Tour teams.
@contempt137 Жыл бұрын
❤ Hank.. Obviously a good guy and very entertaining
@danielguderian4649 Жыл бұрын
beautiful docu, congratulations! She seems really cool
@themcguires3562 Жыл бұрын
Fantastic video! Great insight to the pro cycling world and beautiful scenery.
@Maddack Жыл бұрын
Would be great to see a video with Van Vleuten in Colombia or Tenerife. Or Italy.
@richardcooley9730 Жыл бұрын
I like the way she throws Vallter into the conversation, I have ridden it and recorded one of the slowest times (I was 68 at the time and living nearby) but to cross from Girona and then ride to the ski station is no mean achievement, chapeau!
@lukewalker1051 Жыл бұрын
Ashleigh is a delight and all amateur cyclists can relate to just how hard it would be to hold Ashleigh's wheel up that grueling climb. Lovely video. Honorable mention Hank. You fought hard brother.
@gurraglad Жыл бұрын
Thanks this was a great video
@mikemccray5304 Жыл бұрын
Great Video! Like to see more of these especially on then womens's side. Womens racing is exploding and it would be great to get to know the riders.
@gcn Жыл бұрын
Thanks - we'll pass that on to the team!
@Harry_S96 Жыл бұрын
Hank is such an easy presenter to watch, makes everyone feel comfortable and excited about cycling - ace vid 🎉
@lukewalker1051 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely. Hank's presentation and listening skills and putting Asheigh at ease. Ashleigh is impressive. I smiled when she said she went to Engineering school. Me too.
@davehollingworth5537 Жыл бұрын
@3:57 Ryan gets cracking on those eggs. Well played sir!
@markburrow5916 Жыл бұрын
Great episode. Beautiful area.
@fwod1867 Жыл бұрын
Hank - Great interview 👍 Great how you connect to the person you interview 👍👏
@mikewildthing Жыл бұрын
Love the place and the people. Going back for years 3, great get away. Chance to bump into many other current and ex pro cyclists. Roads are great and safe to ride, drivers respect riders. Can't wait to April. Cyclecross to kill for.
@belizon Жыл бұрын
They certainly uncovered Gerona and nailed it with this video.
@bigwave_dave8468 Жыл бұрын
Ashleigh and Carl are delightful hosts (and Ed!) and this is a special place. (DM)
@LukaszMielczarek Жыл бұрын
that is one of the best videos GCN made!
@gcn Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@ianball7559 Жыл бұрын
oh wow how cool is this athlete!
@ViveSemelBeneVivere Жыл бұрын
Great champ-stalking - just kidding! - and exciting try-to-beat-the-champ ride. I definitely could live in a place like that beautiful casa and scenery, just need my elusive lotto win first. 😁 More Hank's Champ Interviews please GCN, thanks! 😃👍
@ЛёхаБукреев Жыл бұрын
This is really bike heaven...... So cool!
@ethangodridge6833 Жыл бұрын
Thanks GCN and Ashleigh. I liked this and the collaboration with G. GCN with Tom Pidcock in Yorkshire would be ace.
@gcn Жыл бұрын
Aye up! What a great idea... Hanks is really taking a beating here, so many great pros he has to keep up with 🙌
@ricardo8653 Жыл бұрын
Amazing video
@alleywatson Жыл бұрын
Hank is good at this. Great vid Hank
@timotius Жыл бұрын
Great video!
@marvmininger1835 Жыл бұрын
Love A.M-P! Awesome lady.
@marcelschlebos3975 Жыл бұрын
Amazing video. And it felt good to see Hank suffering. I did also lost one lung on this big climb. Never knew there was a company nearby called rocacorba cycling
@JitinMisra Жыл бұрын
That home is beautiful!
@theguzziman Жыл бұрын
Great vid I was half expecting Judith Chalmers to appear 😊
@karlwright5784 Жыл бұрын
There in June, can't wait
@danm9297 Жыл бұрын
Living the dream 😍
@kobelarry Жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed this video
@adan60793 Жыл бұрын
amazing house and view😍
@shrkys4 Жыл бұрын
What a spot! lovely repartee between Ashleigh and Hank! Epic riding in that area! Would love to see a "what's the pro riding?" bit, 15-20 seconds of gear stuff
@gcn Жыл бұрын
Great shout! What pro should we send Hank out with next? 👀
@shrkys4 Жыл бұрын
@@gcn Would love to see Anna van der Breggen featured. With the spring classics coming up, would love to see Hank being schooled in the Ardennes or other legendary courses.... She had a very dominant career...
@andrewsayers2429 Жыл бұрын
Simply brill😊❤😊
@gcn Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! We've got some great Girona content coming up... Keep your eyes peeled 👀
@brentperez4700 Жыл бұрын
I have to go there! Great riding and Tacos too!
@bx_cyclingchef Жыл бұрын
Hank the QOM kicked your ass. Love this biography on Ashley!
@troycollett8540 Жыл бұрын
Have always wanted to visit Girona
@bensmith2609 Жыл бұрын
So much acting natural from all these characters who just appear, love it 😂
@UKBROOKLYN Жыл бұрын
Hank, glad to see you taking the BBQ seriously. You never know when you might fall over and crack your head, helmets are not just for riding.
@anthonyhomercycling Жыл бұрын
I was trying to find the Taiwan KOM challenge Jersey on display too 😃
@tobiasmadero2727 Жыл бұрын
Amazing Video, go cycling, visit some climbs around the corner, live in peace with nature, have a nice place to live and grew up. That's what life is all about 🙂
@andrewonmyway8184 Жыл бұрын
Great video. What a super girl 😮
@jeffglasspoole5871 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful and brilliant video 👍 love the idea of wearing a helmet for a BBQ 😂
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