Old man attempts to race Downhill World Cup // Snowshoe 2021
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2 жыл бұрынThe final day of racing in Snowshoe after 6 days of getting beaten up by this rough track. I tried, I nearly died, it was fun
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Supported by: Pinkbike, Santacruz Bicycles, Deity, POC, DHaRCO, Whoop.
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Ben Cathro
FACEBOOK: / bencathro
INSTAGRAM: / ben_cathro
KZfaq: / bencathro
@charliewolschon1897 2 жыл бұрын
One of my favorite things about this sport: every single spectator cheers their heart out for each rider
@booifojoe 2 жыл бұрын
Unless he had the same group cheering him on in a trailer behind him all the way down the hill, the crowd noise was edited in.
@nmstan3619 2 жыл бұрын
I once ran into a downhiller that also did cross country. He said downhillers share everything. Cross country trail riders would demand “hey, who took one of my energy bars!? Thought that was funny as I ride XC.
@booifojoe 2 жыл бұрын
@@nmstan3619 Yeah, and all Cross Country riders kick puppies off the trail too.
@ErwinvanHolten 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah but it's fake on this one. Look and listen more closely.
@davestrain9529 2 жыл бұрын
I quit RACING CAT 2 DH in co USA. no FANS.friends.NO CAMERAS NO HECKLERS. WAS just a wee cat 2 rider, but Still. CO USA. no dh love anymore. gonna ride moto in the woods instead. CHEERS.
@jorddaniel 2 жыл бұрын
So good, would love to hear Ben's commentary and analysis of his own race run.
@user-cy2gp7pm8d 2 жыл бұрын
YES @Ben Cathro do a commentary of it please!
@UncleRiotous 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah... this.
@tonykasunic1 2 жыл бұрын
This
@benspear 2 жыл бұрын
Agreeeeeeeed!
@APT4308 2 жыл бұрын
+1 vote
@markgeard2145 2 жыл бұрын
To be fair Ben, I saw two incredible saves, let alone a really smooth fast run!!! nice one fella !!
@kurtmiller9250 2 жыл бұрын
I saw the one near the end where is the other. It never ceases to amze me how fast they charge through some of the rock gardens. I know they have a line picked out but goddam
@zig3056 2 жыл бұрын
@@kurtmiller9250@ 2:46 I think
@markgeard2145 2 жыл бұрын
@@zig3056 yes that’s the one. Ben said that he was so tired, his arms just buckled with the repeated hits in the rock garden
@kurtmiller9250 2 жыл бұрын
@@zig3056 wow that was quick I didn’t catch that
@1t_wasnt_me 2 жыл бұрын
@@poa2.0surface77 So what's your point Mr grammar police? Has Mummy stopped you playing with your trainsets and so you're upset!😂
@evanblackwell3920 2 жыл бұрын
Mistakes are part of racing, but both of those lost you considerable time. Without those two issues, I think you were on for a top 30! Awesome speed on track.
@petersmith5851 2 жыл бұрын
Damn someone ought to film a documentary of you making a comeback to racing world cups and put it on pinkbike or something….
@yeah700 2 жыл бұрын
True that's something I would really enjoy watching.
@alanblurr1265 2 жыл бұрын
Yes, but Big Ben did that last year & did not go so well? But so good to see him back racing world cups !
@petersmith5851 2 жыл бұрын
@@alanblurr1265 whoosh
@BikingScot1 2 жыл бұрын
@@petersmith5851 hahaha
@mozworthy 2 жыл бұрын
You reminded me why I stick to the sedate cross country. Absolutely terrifying and incredible run. Loved it!
@Kevin_Aus 2 жыл бұрын
Mate, that was great. It's incredible to hear how much support you have on track. You're probably like the 3rd fastest dad, so a top 3 result !!
@jbflynn4134 2 жыл бұрын
yeah it be pretty hard to beat troy wouldnt it....
@JoostDechering 2 жыл бұрын
@@jbflynn4134 And Danny Hart is also quite fast :P
@jbflynn4134 2 жыл бұрын
@@JoostDechering true, who else has kids? Minnar?
@leebdunn 2 жыл бұрын
@@jbflynn4134 Mick Hannah
@peterdeboer9620 2 жыл бұрын
Wow, great job! That type of riding takes amazing skill and strength and reaction. I'm nearly 63 years old and still ride trails up here in Michigan. So long as I don't get hurt, its helping to keep me young.
@SN-qr2uu 2 жыл бұрын
Man, I only hope to be able to do the same thing when I get older! Keep up the fight!
@perrypendergrass730 2 жыл бұрын
Snowshoe is my home mountain. Still riding this DH trail without the bolder to bolder gap mid way, but at 59 still loving it
@thayc3262 2 жыл бұрын
As a dirt bike racer, this is the only bicycle downhill video that I have ever watched. This is some scary shit. Im impressed. Balls of steel.
@Max_Snellink 2 жыл бұрын
Trying DH in your 40's with no experience is an eye opener. It's an assault on the body. How do you hold on like that at that speed? Insane. Kudos.
@elliotwilliams7421 2 жыл бұрын
That slip at the end must've been worth a second or two......absolutely class. Excited to see a fit BC next year.
@rmc2227 2 жыл бұрын
You sir, are a legend. That was insanely fast. You are a big part of why downhill is so good at the minute. Cant wait for next year 🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘
@SHREDD-ED 2 жыл бұрын
You ANIMAL!!!! TEARING THAT TRACK TO PIECES!!!
@dan1one 2 жыл бұрын
Ben. You are an absolute legend. Only those two mistakes and you could have gotten higher up in the ranks. You were almost 11 seconds from winning. Those two mistakes cost you probably 5-6 seconds. That’s podium material!!! Keep up the good work.
@melwalshmtb9121 2 жыл бұрын
Yes Ben! So sick to see you racing this season, bring on next year💪
@grishman5000 2 жыл бұрын
That old man is going about twice as fast as this old man would, and to that I say we’ll done and cheers, Ben!
@CollydugYT 2 жыл бұрын
That was still an incredible run Ben. Nowt to be disappointed in. You qual'd and did 2 races. The support on the way down for you was crazy. Top ride.
@HUSHHUSH- 2 жыл бұрын
That was definitely not a bad run mate. Fair play sending it so hard down this crazy track 🤌
@alistairsavoury1074 2 жыл бұрын
Hello Big Yin, what a frickin run! You found the marbles like Miriam, but held it together......Chapeau, man!
@robzee67 2 жыл бұрын
WOW!...couple awesome saves Ben...Great job!!! Loved what you are doing with the channel.
@robertgramson1032 2 жыл бұрын
Sweet run! I love how in depth your coverage has been over the last 2 races. Love your coverage whatever. Best on KZfaq. 😉
@funkyduck4743 2 жыл бұрын
Yes Ben! So good to see you sending it hard! Cheers man!
@jptothetree 2 жыл бұрын
You're a fuckin UNIT! Be proud of what you did at Snowshoe this week. Can't wait to see more!
@TheDangals 2 жыл бұрын
How incredible it must be to hear all those people shouting your name and cheering you on! Congrats on making the finals for both rounds and putting in some solid runs! I get the feeling there will be a some more races next year and I for one cannot wait!
@Christofrrr Жыл бұрын
england scoring a last-minute goal in the world cup final wouldnt scratch the surface of this film's intensity! absolute insanity that shouldnt be possible - awesomeawesomeawesome
@mtbsloggers3413 2 жыл бұрын
What an absolute buzz of an atmosphere! Well done Ben!
@derekrebel3384 2 жыл бұрын
Good job Ben! The whole inside line community is behind you. So stoked to see you accomplish your goal!
@samkeen 2 жыл бұрын
Solid saves there Ben! Rooting for you man. Next year will be the one.
@antongnatiuk6304 2 жыл бұрын
Your right up there with them Ben. Great to see you race, without those couple of moments your nudging up that board. Few more races under your belt next year, boom.
@duroxkilo 2 жыл бұрын
i had a tricycle before i could walk and i ride everything from a foldable kids scooter to a 700lbs bike. i hope you realize that for us, normal people, the speed and accuracy and the saves you guys pull are just unreal.
@ldtriplesix 2 жыл бұрын
Sick run!!! You’ve still got it, old man. Big fan from the States!!!
@stephenparker3403 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome. Thanks for posting. You guys are just scary fast ! Cathro remains content king while throwing out some world class racing !
@Puddinghead 2 жыл бұрын
Well done. Now you know you can do it. Hope you have a strong winter to prep for next year man.
@MrEtnie 2 жыл бұрын
Some tight saving and fast hauling could be seen. Siiiiiiiiiiiick. 🤘🏻🤘🏿
@jakesgravitymtb5155 2 жыл бұрын
Sick run! I was standing right in front of that washout at the end, hated to see it. I was rooting for ya. Hope to see you again next year! Stay healthy. Keep shreddin.
@Blake_Cherubini 2 жыл бұрын
So stoked for you Ben! Unreal to be in that crowd watching & cheering. See you next year🤘👊
@JMcKaySV 2 жыл бұрын
The support you had from the crowd as a Scot is unbelievable. Good on ya
@imnotgivingmynametoamachine683 2 жыл бұрын
The energy was great
@jonathanquinn3713 2 жыл бұрын
I died so many times just following along with my eyes. This guy is incredible.
@ianfurqueron5850 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome, Ben! More motivation for the 2022 season!
@tonykasunic1 2 жыл бұрын
You held it together, you didn't crash, and you're bringing us great content man, keep it up!!!
@zep4426 2 жыл бұрын
What a wonderfully supportive group of friends:) Great run, “old” man!!
@mitnoxin Жыл бұрын
The difference in skill level between you and me never fails to amaze me. I would have taken 20 minutes to get down that course. I also love the enthusiasm of the crowd. What a great sport! xx
@beerenmusli8220 2 жыл бұрын
Wow, awesome run Ben!! And great of you to share it with us!
@MISTARBEE 2 жыл бұрын
Hearing the crowd get behind you was the most wholesome thing ever. Great riding and great camera angle!!!
@Red1Actual 2 жыл бұрын
This is some of the BEST MTB onboard footage ever. You really get a sense of the insane speed! GoPro effect is very minimal here. Cathro, you are a legend! I hope to see you in more races next year! You definitely have the speed!
@irsmedic 2 жыл бұрын
100%. Footage was so good I could see all the bad lines I would have picked!
@kmc7355 2 жыл бұрын
So many fans shouting your name!
@mattsinclair2826 2 жыл бұрын
AWESOME!! Don't know how 'old man' you are, but what an amazing run. Great cam footage and fantastic to hear the fans support!! 😃
@MrSketchyCharacter 2 жыл бұрын
Ben and Bernard putting out the best DH content. See you next year!
@dlogan14 2 жыл бұрын
You're a hero dude. Keep it up. Top entertainment for the masses.
@omrtnz5100 Жыл бұрын
He didn't attempt, he completed. Good job and what outstanding support from the spectators.
@SwishSwushPow 2 жыл бұрын
That was incredible. Stunning crowd AND performance! :D
@KongraDNB 2 жыл бұрын
One of the best camera angles and coverage of this race. It was nice to see where the bike was going and still see all the track. I enjoyed watching that! Like the other comments say, I'd love to see an analysis of this run!
@bicycleremedies4391 2 жыл бұрын
Flippin good save there man and a mint run. Be thankful for those long levers !
@crutlefish6592 2 жыл бұрын
Nice one Ben! Great ride on a brutal track, and some solid saves there!
@McTrailRider 2 жыл бұрын
Jesus! That was incredible mate! Two incredible saves right there, but other than those, it's hard for me to see how anyone could possibly go any quicker. Up there with the worlds best Ben🤘
@keaty1984 2 жыл бұрын
Forget the run, I'm more impressed with the saves !!!! Well done cathro 🤟
@nawtmyrealnamelol Жыл бұрын
I love how supportive the crowd is. Such a great community for this sport
@mtbjoser 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent run! The footage is super crispy also. Nice riding!
@dbcarroll19 2 жыл бұрын
Wow! That was way fast man- locked in from the start, nice work!
@greatleapforwards 2 жыл бұрын
Loved all the Cathro's being shouted along the course!
@andrewdegozaru74 2 жыл бұрын
From someone who had a mountain bike when most of these champions were crawling: scary as just watching. The tech is obviously astoundingly good now, but when combined with such skills, the result is an incredible point and shoot - irrespective of the terrain. Blessed to be able to join you via your camera. Thanks for the ride👍🏻
@nmstan3619 2 жыл бұрын
Impressed!! I’m a cross country rider and am always amazed at those downhillers! Did see a few things that will help me like sometimes just riding over the rocks, etc. is the way to go instead of analysis-paralysis in the middle of. And make sure bike is maintained ship-shape always.
@ScottCaplener 2 жыл бұрын
i'm 55, sitting in my easy chair with a glass of red wine, expecting to see... welll.... holy shit not this performance! epic, my man. EPIC. and you're not old! keep it up... i stopped mtn bike racing a long time ago, and live to see videos like yours.
@Groot_G 2 жыл бұрын
"Old" really means wise with a lot of experience.
@Marcel-ov6my 2 жыл бұрын
It looks so freakin fast and rough dude! Huge respect for that speed!
@ejej6934 2 жыл бұрын
I thought the one guy who was yelling, "Pedal! Pedal!" gave some pretty helpful advice.
@TheMontyedits 2 жыл бұрын
Holy crap thats a terrifying course! You have some skills!!
@timberknuckle8281 2 жыл бұрын
Bro, my ass was puckered that whole run!! mad respect Ben!
@peterfenton2750 2 жыл бұрын
Wow..breathtakeing heartstopping hairraising ride...loved it Well done fella👍🚴♂️
@NotThatGoyo 2 жыл бұрын
Proud of you, Ben. This is fast!
@tylermont 2 жыл бұрын
Pretty quick and SUPER spicy! Saved your own life twice! Great work Ben!
@takozamtbtrailscout7106 2 жыл бұрын
Good job Ben! Nice to see you on top level again!
@Chazopia 2 жыл бұрын
Holy shit bro, that was awesome!!! My mouth was dropped the entire time...while I was cheering for a successful ride! Balls the size of El Capitan!
@waynephilbert 2 жыл бұрын
Sweet run and two big saves. You've great reflexes! And that track took some riders out this weekend..
@andrewonmyway8184 2 жыл бұрын
No brakes! This "old" guy deserves a medal
@ceriway380 2 жыл бұрын
Can't fault you for effort mate so unlucky. Keep it up.
@suitinaute 2 жыл бұрын
Great ride. LOOOOOOONG track. You smashed it. Awesome footage too.
@pace_tracker 2 жыл бұрын
Oh man! Very good run! Gives a real view of the work and how on earth can u Keep it on the right line?? So good for a young man 👊🏼
@CONEHEADDK 2 жыл бұрын
I've been watching street fight, and now this, and I can't help thinking, it's crazy, that I'm still alive and not totally bust up.. Scary ride - nice work.!
@makifrable 2 жыл бұрын
Holy crap Cathro. When I saw the result I was impressed. But after the POV. Man, you were after the top 30 till the end
@Twentykixx 2 жыл бұрын
It was said, “I might not be as good as I once was, but I can be as good once as I ever was!” That’s all you need Ben to win a race brother. Cheers!🍻
@in2gravitylife 2 жыл бұрын
Good run Ben! Keep it up old man. I'm 61 and still like riding Snowshoe. Already have a season pass for next year... if I live that long. )
@JimEckhardt 2 жыл бұрын
Dude you're still my absolute hero! Second place would be my fellow South African, Greggie - who for obvious reasons has a very special place in my heart ... But also, because he and I are about the same age. Difference being that you guys have all been doing this for decades where I am on year 3 now and trying to keep up with the younger crowds.. 😬 You are also my ABSOLUTE FAVOURITE presenter. Then Blake from GMBN, I guess.
@andrewbaillie1470 2 жыл бұрын
Brilliant Ben, great effort. Two twitches you reacted great :)
@wolfgangbogner7275 2 жыл бұрын
Boy, this was really fast. Congrats to you for this run.
@michaelskembo4741 2 жыл бұрын
Both of those slips would have seen me covered with dirt! Great saves and great speed!
@fsquared64 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing POV!!! Thanks for sharing 👊
@RickyDownhillRDH 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent run man, nice saves too!! So fast!!
@aaronjohnson7607 2 жыл бұрын
That was smooth fast riding w two great recoveries. I’m impressed
@endurorider974 2 жыл бұрын
Man! That was one hell of a wild run lol!! So much speed even on gopro!!
@emlix1 2 жыл бұрын
Well done, old man! Very smooth.
@thedownhillerboy 2 жыл бұрын
When the 'old man time' comes to be,I'll sure hope to remember this run from a fellow old timer so that it helps me to stay on track eating up most features as possible and reach the finish line in 1 piece like you did.Seems to be a fine aging process to me,being able to to downhill like that at whichever old timer age...
@Fantic156 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome, well held on that last corner by the way .. ;)
@gotocov 2 жыл бұрын
Loved this footage you don't realise how fast race pace is and I could only dream of becoming that fast. Very small issues in the run but taking nothing away from you Ben that was fast as F##k.
@adamgroves2811 2 жыл бұрын
Great effort Ben, that crowd sounds awesome!
@bty1471 2 жыл бұрын
At 1:11 someone in the crowd yells your going slow
@levihicks4214 2 жыл бұрын
good on ya Ben!!! you're a legend!
@Fbiking40 2 жыл бұрын
Wonderfull ! I was under pressure all the downhill ! Bravo !!!!!! 🍻
@thedolt9215 2 жыл бұрын
If I were King, I would outlaw the sport because it scares me too damn much! These guys are crazy!
@RobbisTV 2 жыл бұрын
BEN!! You animal, you laid it on on the table, hell of a run! \m/
@dk.650 2 жыл бұрын
Bloody hell.... thought it was the 🐐, our Goat for a second 😀👍
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