How One Rider Saved America from Humiliation (Jeffrey Herlings vs. Eli Tomac)

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It was a dark day in American motocross. European rider, Jeffrey Herlings had just come over for a one-off, guest appearance race in the AMA National Pro Motocross Championship… And won. Even coming from last place after a first turn crash, all the way back up to lead before the chequered flag, passing Eli Tomac and all the rest of them along the way like they were standing still! But the real reason he was stateside? To acclimatize himself in preparation for the next round of his MXGP World Motocross Championship, which was set to take place in Jacksonville, Florida the following weekend. In light of all that’d happened, Tomac and a number of other American riders entered themselves as exhibitionists, and the world watched on with baited breath as it seemed like we were finally about to get a definitive answer to the age-old question… Who’s faster, Europeans or Americans?
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Written, narrated & edited by:
Ash Sowman
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CHAPTERS
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0:00 A Dark Day in American Motocross
2:46 Second Chance
4:28 Intro
4:46 Tomac & Herlings’ Phantom Duel
7:20 Tropical Storm
8:04 A Sketchy Practice Session
10:09 Qualifying Race
18:15 Team Kawasaki Mobilizes
19:34 Moto 1
32:24 A Scorching Intermission
34:51 Moto 2
45:05 Our Answer
46:57 American Denial
49:23 A Unique Occurrence
51:44 Conclusion
53:05 Trilogy…
3:23 End Screen
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Пікірлер: 2 000

@fthorup 9 ай бұрын

Just spent 1,5 hour watching 2 film about a sport I know nothing about, a sport I dont even care about... on the edge of my seat. Well done to you! Bravo

@GreatNate 3 ай бұрын

I just watched part one for the second time and now I am here. I know nothing about this sport, but I am here for this!

@inamortz2372 3 ай бұрын

Just got my Jeff Herlings pyjamas

@Overtracked1102 2 ай бұрын

My thoughts exactly, i was about to do something and ended up whatching this whole thing xD

@bobby.v 2 ай бұрын

Same here, big up, Ash!

@exsappermadman25055 2 ай бұрын

Same. Some pro directors could take tips from this guy. Bonza!...

@BreadAccountant Жыл бұрын

The way you tell this story can interest people who aren't fans of any sport. That is not an easy task. Well done

@unknown-wm4rc Жыл бұрын

Well it made me intrested in the sport lol

@thulanijamnda7243 Жыл бұрын

Bro I didn't know anything about anyone on this videos till today

@glacier3s435 Жыл бұрын

Yes it truly does I personally don’t watch any motor cross and loved this video

@keithbrien8929 Жыл бұрын

He sounds like a moron. What are you talking about

@stevet9938 Жыл бұрын

Agree

@Daffmeister187 9 ай бұрын

The amount of footage sought out from every possible place, gathered together and then watched through to tell this story is a story that deserves to be told on it's own. I cannot imagine the workload it took to gather all these clips to tell these stories from every possible angle with so the visuals back up your words with such accuracy.

@Nigolasy 9 ай бұрын

This is honestly what made me look through both videos the most. The story telling is amazing. The footage from all angles really sells it though. This feels like a perfectly orchastrated movie, not a KZfaq Video. Insane quality.

@shatangatang 7 ай бұрын

Agreed, fantastic job. Wish more comments were about the content creation and not arguing about the story. The quality of thought that goes in to some of the comments I’m reading is shocking! Congrats to all for achieving the level of effort your comment required!

@sjaakbral83 6 ай бұрын

@@NigolasyHollywood level production

@ofgheo3889 7 ай бұрын

Absolutely disgusting how good this man tells a story. I havn't been into Motocross in 10 years and this is some of the best media ive ever seen. I wish there was a moto gp creator that could get anywhere near this epic quality

@evobsm2328 6 ай бұрын

Bro im telling you sometimes the best docus are on youtube made by enthusiasts 😂

@immodsr9348 5 ай бұрын

haha, I NEVER saw motorcross before. Now I've seen two episodes in one sitting! :D

@at_3831 Ай бұрын

Last I was to a race was in ‘03 I don’t know any of these guys until watching this video. Excellent job in putting this video together this is masterful in how the story flowed it earned my sub!!!

@reubenossevoort2199 Жыл бұрын

“Barcia continued being a twat!” Hahah best line in the movie!

@jonathondavis170 Жыл бұрын

Hahahahaha Yes, I LOLed on that one! He surprisingly has been much different this year in SX! He's growing on me! -It's probably because he married a Brit that he's much cooler now! lmbo

@rossilake218 Жыл бұрын

@@jonathondavis170 BAM BAM!!

@danhopkinson2811 11 ай бұрын

Kiwi's don't beat around the bush haha

@Bartje2enhalf 11 ай бұрын

Just say it as it is!! Haha... And Barcia watching this in suprising fashion: "Whaaat?? Whaaat??" 😂

@0836whimper 3 ай бұрын

So good

@TkFtrd1 Жыл бұрын

As someone who's always been a 4 wheel motorsport guy I can't begin to explain how much this series of videos has altered my impression of MX and 2 wheel motorsports in general. You're putting together absolute masterpieces Ash. I hope for your continued success.

@lukem20001 Жыл бұрын

I was 4x4 as well. Took one ride with my kids, and now can’t stop. Just get a 250cc and go have a play. It’s just so much fun.

@insanetaco98 Жыл бұрын

I'm a 4 wheel guy too but ATV motocross so this is as close as I'll get after the days of quad racing being popular are a distant memory

@rosin_apprefix3673 9 ай бұрын

what was your perception before

@JohnDoeWasntTaken 2 ай бұрын

Totally different feeling going fast on a dirt bike. You're completely exposed and vulnerable at speed, these racers are nuts. Most don't realize they're racing at 50-60MPH on these tracks. That speed is nothing to sneeze at on a dirt bike. I have a 250, not even a 450, it's a rocketship haha.

@thecwbclub8903 Ай бұрын

Quads are not cool

@ZacAlsop 5 ай бұрын

Great storytelling, loved this

@senanbottomley9128 3 ай бұрын

looking forward to the zac alsop tries moto gp vid

@euandykes 8 ай бұрын

This isn't a KZfaq video. It's a master class in story telling. I don't even watch or follow Motorcross. Yet I was captivated the whole time. Thank you so much for being awesome.

@Lordy110 Жыл бұрын

This is beyond the level of a Motocross documentary, but a telling of events long forgotten. Whether they be simply lost to memory or suppressed in utter copium. This story of two legends in the making meeting, forging a rivalry, and settling the score as the gladiators of old would, is only one in a sea of many. While being masterfully told to the letter by you Ash, these are stories worth being retold to new ears. I would pay to see a series dedicated to the goliaths of motorsport meeting and laying it on the line for all to see on the national, and world stages. Many stories in this great sport have been lost to the sands of time, only being told by wise men who long to remind anyone who will listen to the tales of old legends. Where Gods among men accomplish feats only the few thought possible. When fate watched in anticipation and time stood still for all to see their glory. You have the stage and here's the mic Mr. Sowman, though only you choose when these stories see the light again. Cheers and I'll be waiting for your next video.

@ashsowman Жыл бұрын

Appreciate the kind words my friend, as you say, unlimited scope for this kind of thing. Who knows where I'll end up

@drzoidberg9758 Жыл бұрын

@@ashsowman hey Ash I’ve been watching your videos for a little while now, probably since the dirt bike paradise videos, I just wanted to let you know that you’re doing great things on this channel and I hope you keep on finding success with these new video formats. I’ll be waiting for the next one :)

@lennmx911 Жыл бұрын

Herlings now has the World Record for the Most Single Moto Wins and the Most GP Victories in MXGP. I would say Jeffrey is the fastest of all Time, without His injuries he would be even faster.

@xSCHEF Жыл бұрын

🐐

@corinful Жыл бұрын

I think Ricky Carmichael and James Bubba Stewart would have something to say about that. What an awesome race that would be

@NizzyYT Жыл бұрын

@@corinful they were fast in their prime days but they couldn't compete with the new talent

@corinful Жыл бұрын

@@NizzyYT Couldn't compete.....In their prime? Your on crack matey boy. Did you ever see them ride Couldn't compete 😂😂😂😂

@NizzyYT Жыл бұрын

@@corinful just because your head is confused with nostalgia that doesn't mean they were the fastest of all time stop being a little fanboy RC and JS7 cant compete with someone like Herlings or Tomac

@willnisbet4338 5 ай бұрын

Never ridden a dirt bike, watched a race, anything. Watched the previous installment and then this back to back. One sitting. Love a good story.

@crustydownunder Жыл бұрын

I'm 63 now! I used to race a YZ490 back in the day. I remember how awesome it felt at full revs, sideways, front wheel in the air and one foot on the peg. Nothing better. I still ride a WR450F. I ride a lot slower than I used to, but it's still a lot of fun. Thanks for posting this, and for all your hard work putting it together. Brings back some amazing memories.

@MyName-yl2nc 5 күн бұрын

Your generation built this sport my generation mastered it FTW

@DeanCaudill Жыл бұрын

This is a masterpiece. You sir, are so respected. Putting this much time, effort, and grit in making a badass motocross youtube video is just too rad. Media needs more guys like yourself!

@raymondo162 Жыл бұрын

29:28: dafuq? sh 1 te ott moozak. yoyoy?? as a biker i'd prefer to hear bikes! eh?

@stmboat Жыл бұрын

@@raymondo162 Agreed. Bad. Fanfare is bad. Its no longer 1984. Great vid BUT everyone needs to get real.

@DeanCaudill Жыл бұрын

@@stmboat What

@GREG-SC Жыл бұрын

YES, this is amazing. All your documentaries just fuel me. Happy to have subscribed.

@jyotiawale7814 11 ай бұрын

Only if your European and going through menopause. You think folks gonna race him and lose bonus money for euro mouth farts?

@CrashperM Жыл бұрын

Great vid man! I'm Dutch and somehow didn't know anything about this storyline before your first video on it. So always cool to learn more about our motor racing history.

@pimels4476 Жыл бұрын

same here, i want to learn how to make videos like this

@yannickm1396 8 ай бұрын

And same for me fallow dutchman.

@ppunion 2 ай бұрын

I don't watch Motocross. But this guy produces documentaries worth watching. I'm from Denmark so I was cheering for Herlings all the way through both of the videos.

@omgitsradon 2 ай бұрын

Absolute masterclass in storytelling. I don't even care about this sport and I sat there grinding my teeth in suspense. The chances are slim you see this 9 months after the video dropped, but you have incredible talent. Thank you.

@garretthorner Жыл бұрын

Killer video Herlings is 100% the fastest on the planet in my eyes. I don't care what country you're from, there's no denying pure speed Edit: Post 2023 outdoor season Jett Lawrence is now the fastest on the planet. Tomac is 3rd

@pointenoire889 Жыл бұрын

Herlings the bullet

@quintengiegas6330 Жыл бұрын

Fastest man comfortably

@OtisFlint Жыл бұрын

Totally agree, he's the white Bubba. Unbelievable talent, not the best at staying on the bike / healthy.

@s-sFMXMTBTRIBUTE Жыл бұрын

fastest in MX maybe until he doesn't crash,anyway the MX guys racing and preparing on outdoor tracks in the whole season,but see how struggling the EU guys in a real Supercross track in the US,so its not really about USA vs. Europe

@kevinfox9857 Жыл бұрын

@@s-sFMXMTBTRIBUTE but the fact that with all the disadvantage of the American Circuit having a majority of their program being SX, its still seen as USA vs. the world. a testament to the American talent IMO

@hiltonnewman9495 Жыл бұрын

good to see you back man it feels like an eternity since you last uploaded and im glad to see your still doing it! hope to see more uploads!

@ssxjake 9 ай бұрын

I don't ride motocross but love race-craft of any kind. I was skeptical about watching this in its entirety because it'd need to be very engaging. This was absolutely incredible to watch. Commentary from yourself was top notch and just enough and the collation of clips and footage was perfect. I can't wait for more of these and the other Jeffery Herlings video was perfection too!

@hartzy2142 9 ай бұрын

The way you have put together these 2 documentaries are beyond belief. I *didn't* have any interest in motocross before watching these. You have changed that. Your delivery and presentation is excellent, definitely got a new sub.

@peet4921 Жыл бұрын

In short : Jeffrey Herlings is the GOAT.

@racingjunk7024 Жыл бұрын

Fastest yes greatest no . Spends more time off the bike the. On it .

@ivanfranceschin 11 ай бұрын

I don't know... Cairoli is pretty old in this race

@kris54241 11 ай бұрын

Dude is fast but can't keep it upright.

@pointenoire889 Жыл бұрын

The haters will always find an argument to defend their rider, the weather was not good, it was sand, he was playing for the title etc... The truth is guys, Herlings is just an extra terrestrial and you can take whoever you want and do 10 different races the result will be the same, Herlings is just the strongest MXGP rider, he could have been American but life made him European that's how it is. #TheBullet

@jonathanschultz3629 Жыл бұрын

Tomac is the better rider when you factor he can ride just as fast as Herlings in mx and is a beast in a whole other sport that is Supercross

@daantuin3351 Жыл бұрын

@Jonathan Schultz bro look at what they had to do to that kawi 450 shut up

@agilagilsen8714 Жыл бұрын

@@jonathanschultz3629 The amount of cope. Gad demn

@jonathanschultz3629 Жыл бұрын

@@daantuin3351 tf you mean. This dude just pulled some generic ass clips anyone can find and put them in the video to tell his story. They did nothing more then suspension tuning and maybe ecu. Tomac is the better rider and not one person can change my mind

@jonathanschultz3629 Жыл бұрын

@@agilagilsen8714 learn English before you reply to me

@rikmoran3963 10 ай бұрын

I don't even know how your previous video about this battle appeared in my feed, but I've just watched two of your videos in a row! You are an incredible documentary maker and story teller. This is such high quality and you present it in a way that is so gripping. I've had to subscribe because you keep saying "..but that's a story for another day", and I just don't want to miss the next installment! Thank you for the effort you put into your videos, they really are great entertainment.

@EstebanGlas 11 ай бұрын

Man, this and your other documentary are just awesome. The amount of hard work and passion put in research, script and editing are just outstanding. As a motocross fan, I can only say "thank you".

@lukem20001 Жыл бұрын

Man. I’ve only just gotten into dirt biking at 40. And now I search for the history of the sport. To find a kiwi spinning a yarn so good and drawing me into this amazing sport is soo cool. The effort it take to make this is not lost on people man. Just amazing job dude. If you ever make it to Auckland come ride at the sandpit in Muriwai.

@killyouridol2470 11 ай бұрын

@stevancruz-solano7867 9 ай бұрын

I second that at 36yrs! Wish I was into it sooner!

@dlaldlaldlanutsntnstn1418 9 ай бұрын

Kind of ironic you're so surprised that someone outside of America is good at something

@trapitao1210 8 ай бұрын

@@dlaldlaldlanutsntnstn1418 the guy lives in Auckland?

@russc788 8 ай бұрын

@@dlaldlaldlanutsntnstn1418He didn’t say he was surprised. Also, why is it ironic?

@enduroeveryday1325 Жыл бұрын

Please don't wait so long for the next video. It was great to see Herlings recognize your talent and work on the last video. Well done bro.

@michaptak4314 6 ай бұрын

no idea how i got here in the middle of a tuesday night, but now i need more motocross videos, cant wait for part 3

@danewetzler3422 11 ай бұрын

Wow man great job. You’re awesome. This was just as incredible if not even better than the first video. It shows the time and hard work you put into these and thank you for that! Really hoping/ looking forward to watching you deliver the next chapter to us 🤘

@katebirch1207 Жыл бұрын

Such a cool pair of videos! I normally have simply no interest in motor sports, but your storytelling and production kept me checking back every now and then for this video. Thank you, and keep going, I think you'll go far.

@raymondo162 Жыл бұрын

and the further the better.......................

@CommieHunter7 Жыл бұрын

There's at least one more sequel!

@etherealicer Жыл бұрын

When Titans Clash that comes in trilogy... sooo looking foreward to part III

@VitaeLibra Жыл бұрын

It pains me to see such a deserving video not receiving it's well earned views... Maybe it's a little early to say that but having watched the other one twice I cannot fathom how this isn't in the 50k+ views range (at least) after an hour. I hope the algorithm picks up on it man. You deserve it

@theread3480 Ай бұрын

Safe to say it picked up

@davidj.diehlii6607 5 ай бұрын

Always been a huge Tomac fan. He is the only American even close to the GP guys in motocross. This one was fun to watch. Great video.

@neilpincus855 3 ай бұрын

Herlings beat him from the back of the pack. He's not really close to GP level but closer than the rest 😂

@willringshaw3245 11 ай бұрын

We need more. The way you laid out the story and added more suspense and pressure through each moto with music and the awesome in air photos made this video one of the most entertaining KZfaq watches I've had for a long time. Very well done.

@CrossBone97 Жыл бұрын

unfortunate this was the only time we will ever see them go head to head again. unfortunate herlings couldn't race mxon this year and even more unfortunate eli suffered a career ending injury when he was having his best run ever. what a great video i wish it was possible to have a round 2.

@jeltehoekstra2952 Жыл бұрын

What happened to eli?

@earlycuyler4019 Жыл бұрын

@@jeltehoekstra2952 he blew out his Achilles tendon on in the second to last round of the sx season.

@jeltehoekstra2952 Жыл бұрын

@@earlycuyler4019 so he can’t race ever again?

@earlycuyler4019 Жыл бұрын

@@jeltehoekstra2952 it’s hard to say. I hope he makes a full recovery and can race again.

@Factory132z 9 ай бұрын

hes Already training again and sighned a 1 year deal with star yamaha.

@dzzope Жыл бұрын

You have a real tallent for telling these stories... Excellent work, id happily listen to any documentary you make if you can keep the quality this good

@maxtoussaint6671 8 ай бұрын

Great content ! Usually I'm more a fan of Formula, GT or Rally racing , and don't watch much 2 wheel races, but these 2 videos really made me appreciate Motocross GP. Great footage, great storytelling and all, thanks for this man !

@fudidle 7 ай бұрын

Ive watched both of these videos at least 5 times. Im just as hooked every time. I always loved dirt bikes as a kid but never had an outlet or a TV to watch it on. The first video got me back into motocross after something like 15 years. As an adult with a job, my savings account is now being built towards getting my first bike.

@Nikkeloodeon Жыл бұрын

This was well worth the wait, thank you Ash! I've never watched motocross but I find the sport exciting, so your channel has really fed my appetite lately. You should be proud of your other videos as well even if they won't gather as much attention! Take your time with the third part, I know these are a huge load of work, there's no rush.

@darkerbot1337 Жыл бұрын

Amazing documentary that was well worth the wait! Congratz on having Herlings recognize the efforts you put into your first video. Can't wait for the next one :D

@RayIrv Жыл бұрын

Your storytelling is top notch!! Ooooff glad i haven´t missed this. The intro, the buildup, the epic music that went silent when it was "time for business" , just to fade back in when battle was over. Great content, cant wait for the next part .

@BuiltIIridE 8 ай бұрын

I used to watch The Great Outdoors and Inside the Outdoors all the time. I haven't found anything like them since they finished...until I found your last two documentaries. Absolutely incredible. Thank you so much. The amount of time and effort it must take you hasn't gone unnoticed. 10/10.

@edwardthompson3213 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely awesome. I dont even follow this sport but i was completely entertained by this and the 1st part .you have such a talent for narrating and the respect you carry for all who participate really comes across you are an excellent story teller. I hope and cant wait for the 3rd part of this epic trilogy. Its got me in to waching motor x and Jeffrey herlings in particular 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

@MorningNapalm 3 ай бұрын

I am a die-hard European, cheering for a win for us every time, but even I have to concede that Tomac's luck was just a little too tough, and he was due for a little sunshine. Great ride. That Herlings won the final race in Florida, well he rode well, I don't want to go beyond that. Amazing battle.

@dc6233 11 ай бұрын

You do an amazing job on these videos, I could watch 5 hours straight of your productions. All the material, the editing, the music, the commentary, it's excellent and often back of the neck hair raising. You should have 500K subs by now, you make some of the best videos about MX racing that's out there...

@antonioalbarran6040 Жыл бұрын

16:30-16:40, has to be about the SICKEST single rider edit of all time. You did a PHENOMENAL job with the editing on this. I know nothing of what's been going on in motocross for near the last 20 years, but man have you pulled me in to wanna watch more if it's this styling. Awesome story telling of previous years, and extremely enthusing to watch!

@TheLifeLaVita 11 ай бұрын

what the hell is wrong with you

@ljenko93 Жыл бұрын

It feels like I've been waiting forever for this video, only to get to the end and hear "but that's a story for another day." First class video again. Can't wait for the next one.

@ashsowman Жыл бұрын

Haha thanks mate, appreciate the support!

@reflex643 Жыл бұрын

Getting insane amounts of childhood nostalgia hits with these masterfully crafted vids of yours. Can't begin to fathom how much work and love you put into them. You deserve so much more recognition and I truly hope, that it will come

@WMNLP 8 ай бұрын

Bro! Can you please make more of these amazing stories? I could watch them all day. PLEASE!

@morganlstrobel Жыл бұрын

The battles are what makes moto great. It’s awesome that great riders can come from anywhere. I always want the USA to win, but sometimes it’s good to take a beating or two to remind people why it matters, and to remember to appreciate the wins. Much love for all the racers.

@Magemax Жыл бұрын

I discovered you yesterday by watching first part of this story. Happy to check whats' next on the next day :D Thanks man, keep up the good work !

@cipheroverlord Жыл бұрын

My GOD you are a legend pal. The way you craft, edit, and tell a story is superb. Amazing telling of a story I already knew. I was completely engrossed the entire time. Thank you.

@18B_ACTUAL 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for making this, it's brilliant. As a father of two daughters whom race, this video along with the first video was amazing to show my girls. I appreciate your time and knowledge, I look forward to more of your films.

@NathanIsRacin Жыл бұрын

Great vid man. Eli is our best rider hands down. I follow the GPs pretty closely and have huge respect for TiGa, Herlings, Coldenhoff, and Febvre.

@MX-CO 10 ай бұрын

Deegan is Coming

@lxlRestInPeacelxl Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video I've been waiting patiently for it for the last 4-5 months! I have never even seen a dirt bike race before but with this level of storytelling I was immediately invested. Truly remarkable quality, just incredible. Well deserved congratulations mate!

@StefanMedici 6 ай бұрын

Came to this one after watching your part one. Stunningly put together, I was enthralled and engaged from the opening till the end. Now I need the part 3.

@featheredindian 11 ай бұрын

This video is as good as it gets. My hairs stand up,i even stand up,and sometimes even shed a tear. Unbelievably narrated. Top man you are☘️

@backisgabbeYT Жыл бұрын

This is GOAT sport docu level. I'm no moto GP fan, even though it's a sport close to the family, but I can't get enough of these videos. It burns in my heart that you haven't released more of them, anticipation is killing me for the finale. Keep it up! Cheers from Sweden.

@deepspiritmedia9485 Жыл бұрын

Must admite. I've seen motocross back in my early 13s and simply went of the grid with age. The car racing scene got me and still has but watching your series I got a honest and deep feeling that this is so raw in human power and achievement that is pushing me hard enough to go see live and work my photography skills on this. Titans of motorsport no doubt about it. Crazy. I've know one of the world mx photographers and I keep tell him how much this series have impacted me to go from automotive to moto. Thanks and waiting for more.

@ddteman 9 ай бұрын

Absolutely outstanding coverage of a sport I never watch. I watched the first video and couldn’t wait to watch the second. Well done you have a fantastic future in storytelling.

@JacobiKenobi 2 ай бұрын

This is honestly top tier production, editing, and storytelling.

@Alexbroad99 Жыл бұрын

I've been waiting for this to come out ever since i saw the i first Herlings vs Tomac video and you've got me waiting on the next one with just as much and if not more anticipation. Truly out of this world content you're pushing.

@ziltoid2409 Жыл бұрын

Dude this quality of storytelling in this and the previous video is truly something amazing. I was waiting for the sequel to this story so much! I've never been interested in this sport, but goddamn I was biting my nails the entire time of both videos. Please keep doing your thing and keep telling these amazing stories, I will watch all of them for sure!

@raullabajo6746 Күн бұрын

Two motocross videos that are real gems, thank you so much.

@fotis77 3 ай бұрын

I've watched both of your videos based on these events. Great storytelling and editing! The only motocross content i've consumed was a mtx game on PS2 when i was a kid and even tho i' ve never watched any motocross races in my life, i really enjoyed your documentaries. Can't wait for the next one, keep it up!

@MightyManii Жыл бұрын

Amazing videos man! Your ability to hook and make us stay for whole video is unbelievable. Keep them coming!

@lewisbreuer8644 8 ай бұрын

The most high quality video i've ever watched on yt, honestly feels like a production level doco. Such amazing work man 💪

@DasFranklin Жыл бұрын

Everything about this is oozing with luxury, from the youth footage, the news clips, commentator tracks even the maps, just a great story and production! Not even into motocross but this is so captivating! Exceptional work!

@FuturisticFishbowl 11 ай бұрын

Dude, I've never once been interested in motocross, but your videos have hooked me. The storytelling is excellent, I just couldn't look away. I can't wait for the next one, and I'm going to have to look through your other work while I wait.

@sarah-janelowrie2571 Жыл бұрын

Loving your work Ash. Awesome to get a shout out from The Bullet himself too. Kudos to you. I look forward to the final in the trilogy. Even as much, I look forward to a helmet cam on our man Brad at the next GNCC or 4 hour. Still my all time favourites.

@mikegeraci22 Жыл бұрын

Can’t imagine the amount of time these take, soooo good! You are killing it, makes moto feel more like Formula 1 almost finally getting someone cover these stories

@northern957 Ай бұрын

Both this and part 1 are so quality & so well crafted together, full respect Ash. I’m sure they will still be being watched by generations to come as classics.

@Andrei-Marian 2 ай бұрын

On a rainy, gloomy England day, with no interest on the sport whatsoever, I clicked on the first clip and just like that I was hooked. Great story, great storytelling. Well done!

@MichaelSE Жыл бұрын

You did it again, masterpiece! Can't wait for part 3.

@uglyflower608 9 ай бұрын

I love how the two KTM guys always stayed together like they having fun together

@jermaineesseboom381 9 ай бұрын

I've never watched or followed this sport, albeit growing up in a Dutch south-American country where these bikes are popular due to the muddy/sand/dirt environment. This video gave me a newfound love and respect for the sport. I've watched both from beginning to end and want more! Good work!

@RavenflashLP Жыл бұрын

Wow. Simply wow. I have never had anything to do with Motocross. Yet I was absolutely captivated the whole way through. Fantastic script, production and editing. These two videos may have just gotten me sucked into the sport. Thank you for that!

@lazydeer4843 Жыл бұрын

Great video. It is nice to see how the European mx rides have overtaken the American's when it comes to being the fastest. I think it really comes down to the business model of motocross since JS retired(and really slowed down after RC retired). I think American motocross suffers from not being able to develop the fastest rides anymore. When I was growing up and racing in Florida until 2011 (to which I joined the navy) I remember Dade city, gainesville Gatorback, and other tracks being neutered. Lawyers are making tracks "safer" but also killing the sport. I rarely watch motocross or supercross anymore because it feels slow and limited. Nobody seems to push the limits in America and it makes me sad. Glad to see Europe didn't suffer the same fate. I do think Herlings is an incredible rider who seems to push the limit. Wish we would see something like that happen in America again.

@racingjunk7024 Жыл бұрын

Did we not just win the mxon? America sets the bar and we put 9 months into indoors . You fewer oboy races outdoors we would be the fastest period

@lazydeer4843 Жыл бұрын

@@racingjunk7024 you mean the 2023 happening this October? Also wtf are you even saying?

@racingjunk7024 Жыл бұрын

@@lazydeer4843 if euros are the fastest why did the USA win in 22 .

@pags1981 Жыл бұрын

Tomac, Herlings and Cairolli are all legends. Best sport in the world 🔥

@omnificent9946 10 ай бұрын

Great video's, I enjoyed both of them alot! Congratulations for being mentioned on a big Dutch tv show, and im glad I came over and checked them out, truly glad this will be saved for future generations, thanks!

@skrunklifrogge 8 ай бұрын

im not even the tiniest bit interested in motocross. clicked on the first vid out of curiosity while looking for something to listen to while playing games. ended up pausing my game to watch the whole thing and my heart was racing the entire time. ran to the link to this vid immediatly after the first ended and you delivered this one perfectly as well. amazing job

@kabelapa Жыл бұрын

This is just awesome! Keep it up with the storytelling videos. You are so good on this.

@moto143 Жыл бұрын

Great Video! Also have to remember that Tomac spends most of his time on supercross where as Herlings rides moto all year. Don't get me wrong Herlings is wicked fast, but would be cool if they both rode moto like Herlings did his whole life or if Herlings did supercross. Sadly we will never see that happen

@g00gleisgayerthanaids56 11 ай бұрын

Yeah, Americans don't really care about mxon, just like we don't really care about the Olympics... sx always takes precedence and it's a completely different animal compared to mx. Euro guys that come over here generally do pretty well, but they don't really dominate without dedicating their lives to it and even then, they still don't usually measure up to the greats that came before them. Tomac gets very little for winning an mxgp race, while risking his career. People get lost in the hype and forget simple cost/benefit analysis. I love all things dirt bikes, so I wish we'd get more in to mx like we used to and run an mxgp team, but the logistics for that make it really difficult. It's just not really feasible, forget about profitable.

@adv_edd 10 ай бұрын

NAILED IT! Been looking forward to this video for a long time. Thanks so much man, loved both videos and excited for that other story too!! 10/10 maximum effort. 👍🏽

@Yeet42069 Жыл бұрын

Masterpiece, thank you for making me a fan! Love the riders! As a European fan from the Netherlands I can say that both Eli Tomac and Jeffrey Herlings are people I admire!

@dwaynE2099 6 ай бұрын

Watched the first Herlings vid earlier now this one... that's an hour and a half of my life I wouldn't ask to have back for quids. Mate these two videos have been exceptional. Well edited, well told, and captivating the whole way through... It is a testiment to your work that someone like me, who knows zip about MX, will watch and stay glued to the action start to finish in one sitting. 10/10 mate.

@therealbanksea Жыл бұрын

Gotta watch this right now love ya work dude

@BornAGoon Жыл бұрын

Great follow up video Just want to thank you for the amount of time you put into this You must have spent months on this and it turned out great

@dontknowdocare 9 ай бұрын

I finally fot the sequel in my recommendations! I'm late! What an incredible documentary. I cannot fathom the amount of work that must've gone into editing and selecting the footage + writing the script and narrating. This should be in contention for prizes. Thank you so much for your hard work and bringing interest in this topic.

@roynorb Жыл бұрын

Great work! Time just flies by when you watch something so skillfully put together!

@kevinlegrand431 Жыл бұрын

The things i loved about this video : - Great story telling - Well presented - and pretty accurate The thing is , even if he kinda " Saved " ; 4 motos , 4 races : 1 for Tomac and 3 for Herlings --> At the end , Herlings Wons the " Duel " but Tomac got at the same time reality check by an other one , as fast as Herlings... So Delusion won't help America , it never will ^^

@astelli6181 10 ай бұрын

yall just cant go a day without mentioning the great america can you? no matter what yall always gotta bring america up, we live in your heads rent freeeeee. bozo

@hambster9759 9 ай бұрын

@@astelli6181yes u are in our head, just to remind us life coyld be worse

@astelli6181 9 ай бұрын

@@hambster9759 funny, i have it pretty good, yall bitches would love to be us , with how much you have us in your mouths. Yall cant go a day without having us in your head, thats bitter

@andrew2044 5 ай бұрын

@@hambster9759Jesus Christ dude no need to smoke him up like that lmao

@puremoto Жыл бұрын

Love your work. Best content in the sport, full stop. Can see the level of effort you put into this masterpiece 💪

@felixgaming7064 11 ай бұрын

yo the way you tell this story is incredible you had me stuck to it like glue, i don't really watch motocross but now i feel like i should give it a try, keep it up

@roarimagesigns7951 2 ай бұрын

You have a gift mate. The way you have told these stories is top notch. Just watched the 2 herlings, tomac videos. Im a jett fan and never really seen herlings ride or knew his story. That was epic! Thanks for the history lesson, herlings is awesome!

@phiilo 11 ай бұрын

That inital humiliation cannot be undone. That is especially true, if your whole nation feels untouchable, just for all of the fans to get put in their place... It's a constant in life, that reality-checks like these are sometimes necessary to help bounce back from halfassed delusions. So keep on pushing and growing! 🤘

@JordanEmede_376 9 ай бұрын

What makes you think any one entire nation feels untouchable? Sounds like you've come up with your own idea of how people feel and I'd like to know what evidence you've based your brilliant hypothesis on?

@phiilo 9 ай бұрын

@@JordanEmede_376 Did you take the time to watch this documentary? If so, I'd recommend you to rewatch it and try figuring out if the "general consensus" about the outcome of this competition was actually overconfident ( before the races went down). I wonder why you are even getting triggered by that comment in the first place, to be honest.. And to give you another recent example, which is unrelated to motocross, while still kinda helping to prove my point, I'd recommend you to look up the whole "world champion" debate revolving around "Noah Lyles". (Look up the definition of a world championship and as a little extra, check out the last 5 nba mvps.)

@JordanEmede_376 9 ай бұрын

@@phiilo great way to avoid my question, chief. I did watch it, I don't think it was bad, I'm interested to hear from you what delusions you're referring to and why you hallucinated that you have any sort of standing to speak for literally an entire country of fans of the sport. I'm just asking for your opinions because I'm interested to know how you got there. If I'm honest, it sounds like half-assed delusions 🤣 triggered would mean you'd upset me or had any effect whatsoever really, I'm just calling you out I want to know why you think wha you think.

@phiilo 9 ай бұрын

@@JordanEmede_376 I didn't avoid your question. I even provided you with an example outside of the sport of motocross, which proves my point. If you are hung up on the phrasing of "entire nation", feel free to imagine " sports" into that. Or think of "general consensus" instead, in case you get offended by me generalizing. It doesn't even matter you you wanna call it, to be honest

@JordanEmede_376 9 ай бұрын

@@phiilo what are you even referring to man I asked WHY you think everyone in the US thought were "untouchable"...who thought that? Can you provide any evidence or is it just pulled from thin air 😂 your sports analogy doesn't make sense either man what d NBA players have to do with why you said we thought we were untouchable? That was my question so any answer provided should have an example or instance of "everyone" thinking were untouchable.

@jonbeargenx Жыл бұрын

Yet another great video! You're only as good as your normal competitors. It is what pushes you, breaking boundaries or athletes. It is the only way to progress and evolve. Good work on both the US and the EU teams. Remember this, we are all motorsports idiots and in this age we need to stand united as we are en endangered species.

@11GalleryATV 5 ай бұрын

Very well put together! I opened just to check it out and ended up watching the entire video! Thanks for such a great story line and footage ...

@ExV1rUS 6 ай бұрын

You know Herlings is living rent free in all they're heads! Also love the way you've edited these video's, I like MX but not a giant fan, but this makes me feel like i've been following it for years!

@LJ_Adventure79 Жыл бұрын

Yes your back I've been waiting for my favorite kiwi on yt to come back where u been man

@nzslackie Жыл бұрын

Been waiting for this!

@Benlikesstuff 7 ай бұрын

Can i just say. This is an excellent video. As someone who doesnt follow the sport. I have watched it through twice and youtube just recommended it to me again. And im tempted to watch again. Excellent story telling.

@le9856 9 ай бұрын

Bro, I’m not even a motorcross fan, but I’m loving the way you put this together. I just became a fan. I respect all the riders. Much respect to Eli. He seems like a good dude.