Stevie Smith - A Tribute - Video

May 12, 2016
by Pinkbike Staff  
A Tribute to Stevie Smith

by robparkinvideo
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Video: Rob Parkin

A Celebration of Life will be held on May 21 at 1 p.m. at the Vancouver Island Convention Centre in Nanaimo, B.C. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the “Stevie Smith Legacy Fund” at www.gofundme.com/23k7fus. Funds will be earmarked for a Tiann Smith initiative, assisting talented young athletes.

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331 Comments
  • 421 3
 #IRIDEFORSTEVIE
  • 177 0
 I was really hoping for a tribute like this!! Couldn't hold back the tears on this one...
  • 263 0
 #LongLiveChainsaw
#McGazzaForever
#RememberingMirra

#IRideForPaul
  • 64 1
 I am going to to make #IRIDEFORSTEVIE stickers

or #LongLiveChainsaw stickers?
  • 68 3
 Im making a kick starter right now the link will be up soon 750 stickers at $2 per sticker die cut 10.5x1.5

#LONGLIVECHAINSAW
  • 16 1
 @ratedgg13: How is Paul doing? I have not seen an update for a while
  • 32 0
 @birdman2447: I believe he just ran the Red Bull Wings for Life relay, Cam Zink posted something about it on Instagram, think he ran a mile?

Would definitely pick up a #LongliveChainsaw sticker, and or shirt if the proceeds find their way to either his total bad ass Mom, or her foundation.
  • 35 0
 PLEASE PINKBIKE stop making me cry...awesome tribute
  • 13 0
 forever with us Steve, we´ll mis you.
  • 31 0
 this one stings really bad. damn.
  • 19 0
 INPUT NEEDED....Please and Thank You. I have a new, as yet unopened, trail section that is being renamed in Stevie's honour. We want to get the name right, of course....is it just "Chainsaw"...or "Chainsaw Massacre" ...and should there be a "The" in front of either? Or whatever is accurate. Thanks
  • 4 0
 @fmogan77: Hope you're donating the money to his fund? If so, I'll buy a few for sure!
  • 5 0
 @Islandbear:


I am going too but i need to figure out pricing first
  • 29 0
 Sitting by myself staring at my phone crying after that. I live in Nanaimo. Nothing but nothing was cooler than being from the same town as Stevie. Only met him briefly once and saw him riding his road bike with a cast on his leg another time. What a special man. One of the best in the world, and on his way to being THE best....again. This is one of those times when words....just dont....cut it......
  • 3 0
 www.gofundme.com/LongliveChainsaw
  • 4 0
 @fmogan77: Sounds good, but a %100 of the earnings should go to his fund. Maybe contact the organizer of the last fund and work something out. Just my two cents.... Any thoughts on the design? Maybe you should contact his close friends and collaborate on something together. I'd really like to support something like that.
  • 18 0
 www.redbull.tv/videos/event-stream-236/downhill-finals-women-and-men-elite

1:55:00

''This is what desire is'' (Rob Warner 2013)
  • 12 0
 @loopie: I vote Chainsaw Massacre! Sounds epic and a great tribute to a great rider.
  • 2 1
 @Islandbear:

Yea i had to turn it off because i am under 18 and cant get the money from it
  • 1 0
 @fmogan77: Gotcha, good try though
  • 1 0
 @Islandbear: yea i would if i could i might just order i t shirt and some stickers for myself
  • 4 0
 @loopie: good call, we have new section of Dh track we just named chainsaw.
  • 1 0
 ..
  • 2 0
 @loopie: Chainsaw Massacre for sure
  • 26 0
 @loopie: I think it should be the entire nick name so that there is NEVER any misunderstanding as to whom the trail is named after. The Canadian Chainsaw Massacre.
  • 14 0
 I'm selling my Transition TR250 for few months now and plan was to buy a downhill bike. I didn't know which but now I know, I'll buy Devinci Wilson in honor of Steve.
  • 38 0
 I did one ride for him yesterday, all dressed in black i pushed my bike up the hill,with no music that i usually ride with (no hate please) but in deafing silence I tried to ride the trail down twice as hard as I could and had as much fun as I could ...for Stevie...RIP
  • 6 0
 @fmogan77: why not both. Will do some as well over here in germany... definitely inspired me to do some skills coaching next year... couldnt help to breake in tears today as well, had to think of so many riders that died last year and this year...

Its also just 108 days ago that mc gaza died... I think every day about him... my idols are dying out, and I want to race with them... its a shame Frown
  • 18 0
 @guigui333: Thanks for posting this. This is surely one of the greatest DH WC runs of all time. With Smith still searching for his second ever WC win, and sitting second in the overall behind Gee, it appeared that the weather and a fortuitous early start time was going to further increase Gee's lead.

I remember watching this live and feeling so bad for all the riders caught in the rain - but mostly Stevie. At the same time I knew if anyone could bring it home on the wet, it would be him and his Van Isle roots. His performance on home soil, in less than ideal conditions, to take the win, was the catalyst for his overall win and the best performance I have ever seen.

What a champion.
  • 1 0
 @fmogan77: smart
  • 1 0
 @fmogan77: hope 750 is just a start. You have my word that I will order at least 5 myself.
  • 3 0
 @jmascia: I agree! There's only one man who rocked that moustache and could be called "The Canadian Chainsaw Massacre"
  • 15 0
 @fmogan77: Hey man, top idea, but before you do so, make the effort to contact the people closest to Steve.
I made some McGazza designs for stickers, shirts etc and the family wasn't too stoked that I didn't contact them first – totally fair enough too. It would have looked to them like I was some kind of shady guy trying to make money off it, even though funds were to be sent directly to the Kelly McGarry Memorial Trust.

Contact the family and work with them on this one! Smile
  • 1 0
 @fmogan77: I'll have some of them stickers when you've finished the design Smile
  • 1 0
 @fmogan77 I will too, we have to support Stevie and his family however we can
  • 1 0
 @loopie: Thy chainsaw massacre
  • 2 0
 @fmogan77: if money is going to the "Stevie Smith legacy fund" I will 100% no doubt by these
  • 1 0
 "Chainsaw"

and yes I will support
  • 1 0
 @fmogan77:
I would buy one for sure!!!!!!
  • 1 0
 @mayha49: Feel ya my friend, neither could I. We've lost some great people in the recent past and it needs to stop.
  • 1 0
 @loopie: I don't have your answer but wanted to tell you that is a noble tribute to another now legend!!
  • 1 0
 @fmogan77: how can we get some?
  • 3 0
 1. Crying by 0.7 second of the video. 2. LOVE the bike toss! 3. I NEED SOME DAM STICKERS!!! Will miss you Stevie.
  • 1 0
 @GH29orBust:

They would just be # stickers

And. I need to figure so stuff out first before I go on with this
  • 2 0
 @loopie: Long live Chainsaw Massacre. With a
Devinci DH frame in the tree by the entry
  • 2 0
 @Zaeius: ditto.
  • 1 0
 The son of a gun left a legacy man. Still can't believe any of this is happening. I'm gonna miss the guy.
  • 1 0
 @mayha49: I'm still sad almost crying, watching this vid i'm telling myself it's impossible that he pass away
  • 10 0
 Thx All.....trail name is "THE CANADIAN CHAINSAW MASSACRE". Name plate design and creation is in the works....Thx
  • 2 0
 This hurts a lot, the tribute was great. Stevie wasn't finished being fast and super RAD. I'll miss him forever.
  • 5 0
 A bit late to the party, but I created T-Shirt store in honour of Stevie. All proceeds go to the fund, and so far it has raised around $200!

teespring.com/stores/stevie-smith-legacy
  • 1 0
 @mayha49: Right there with ya.. :'(
  • 1 0
 @loopie: Prop this for Chainsaw
  • 1 0
 @loopie: Prop this for Chainsaw Massacre
  • 1 0
 RIP
  • 6 0
 @bube: As much as it pains me to say this, but please don't do that in honor of Steve. Devinci makes killer rides, no doubt about that, but if you really want to honor him, go out and support your local trails, teach a kid something new, volunteer your time and make your community a better place. Buy a bike because its what you want, not because it somehow carries the legacy of this incredible human being, because he was so much more than just a bike.
  • 1 0
 @fmogan77: is the money being donated to Stevie's fund? If so I'll buy some
  • 1 0
 @Barbour1994:
I need to find a good website to sell them on first and yes it would go to the gofundme page
  • 2 0
 LIFE IS , TO BE LIVING ...
  • 1 0
 @fmogan77: I'd love to grab a sticker if you make them
  • 1 0
 @rockin-itis: Well said.
  • 3 0
 Just cut the bottom of my goatee off, bought some beer, fired up the chainsaw, revved the piss out of it, and went for a ride. RIP and cheers bro.
  • 3 0
 @ratedgg13: they say bad things happen in 3s lets hope that's it.,,,,!!
  • 1 0
 @fmogan77: Yes man. That'll be sick! #LongLiveChainsaw!
  • 1 0
 @fmogan77: Stickers?? Are they happening, i'd love some stickers!
  • 1 0
 @darren853: Well said!
  • 1 0
 @fmogan77: Im going to need some stickers.
  • 1 0
 @bube: that was one of the factors in me getting my Wilson a couple of years ago. Did a bunch of research and before and the bike felt the best to me after riding a few. Was a spur of the moment decision...best damn bike I've ridden (and I'm not the best at riding). Super stable and very confidence inspiring. So was Stevie. Watched him shred through the years and his progress, truly inspiring.

I've lost a few friends along the way and you never get over it. You remember them and they live on because the time and experience/knowledge you gained from them will live on. I'm in a profession where I see death almost on a daily basis. You fight to save their lives but it doesn't always work out. Death does not affect me in ways that it affects others. I'm a bit jaded after all these years. If there is anything I've learnt, it's to not mourn them or be sad that they are gone but be happy and appreciative that you got to know the person and learn a few things about them.

#longlivechainsaw
  • 2 0
 Anyone looking for stickers, you can get some at stikrd.com by emailing info@stikrd.com
You can also see the two designs they have on their instagram @stikrd one is designed by Norbs
  • 1 0
 @fmogan77: let me know when you get the stickers or shirts. I'll buy some too
#RIDEINPARADISE STEVIE
  • 136 3
 Next world cup -> all the riders should grow a f*cking mustache like he had ! R.I.P.
  • 34 3
 Rachel better start taking testosterone right now
  • 3 32
flag pioterski (May 12, 2016 at 23:12) (Below Threshold)
 @JoseBravo: Look at her, it won't be necessary Wink
  • 127 1
 I've been wanting to post something since I refreshed Pinkbike on Tuesday and saw the press release. I couldn't think for a solid minute and just stared at the screen. It's strange, because I never met Steve, nor did I have any secondhand stories from friends or acquaintances or had happened to run into him; yet, the news felt the same as hearing of the death of an athlete much closer to my circles. In short, Steve's genuine personality really stood out to me, from the first interview I read on him in Bike, when he was riding Cove, to the content he appears in on Pinkbike from this year.

I remember being so stoked on racing (probably 14 at the time), and seeing the Seasons segment and the feature in Bike, and thinking, "He's not much older than me, and he's making it, working hard and having his mom shuttle him." No development camps at 10 years old, trips to Europe, trust fund, etc - all nice privileges that can be great, but I instantly respected him for his humble roots. He wanted to ride his bike, "like those guys... riding their bikes full time, for their job." For some reason, I respected that driven but down to earth attitude so much.

Steve's hard working and humble yet lighthearted and massively stoked personality embodies the notion I have always held of "The Best Mountain Biker". He is THE example to point to for young riders everywhere, or really all riders of any age. He seemed like the kinda guy who you wanted representing your brand, setting an example for the youngsters, and joining you for a ride and a beer. From reading all the comments, it seems like I share the feelings of everyone. I can only hope that his passing makes everyone he inspired think about what Steve represented in his short but full life. Shred in peace, buddy.
  • 11 0
 I thought and reacted the same way. I was fortunate to make it to MSA while he was there, not his winning run, but last year. I saw him on the track and in the tents. I didn't approach him as I wanted him to remain focused.
When I first saw the news I had an immediate and abrupt reaction as well. Almost like I knew him. Like he was one of my buddies. I think he transcended Canadian DH racing. We all knew Stevie.... This news hit harder..... There is a reaction comment on the Flow MTB web page where someone was relating how they used to ride with him. He hit a line that seemed impossible and did so perfectly. When asked about it he apparently said no falls no balls. #longlivechainsaw
  • 7 0
 his run at Pietermaritzburg worlds always made me think he's one of the very best riders in the world. Once he had written off his race run he was tricking a bunch of the jumps and just riding SO smooth. then that segment where he's riding dirt jumps with Semenuk and 3'd one and stretched out no-handers and other tricks... he was undoubtedly one of the very best riders to ever swing a leg over a bike, and judging by all the outpouring of support from those who knew him personally, also one of the nicest.
  • 120 0
 "...worst case scenario i'm still happy, and, best case scenario i'm damn pumped"
words to live by. what a legend.
  • 83 0
 Long live the memory of the greatest Canadian downhill racer. He was one of the greatest ambassadors for the sport.
  • 69 0
 Back in 2013 in my U17 days in Whistler at Crankworx, it was practice for the Canadian Open DH. It was pouring rain, and I didn't know the race course very well at all. I couldn't get my lines dialed, kept crashing, and was just overall loosing my confidence. I was loosing my motivation to race on sunday. I had a pretty gnarly crash, and ended up nutting myself. We all know how that feels... So I stopped on the side of the track to take a breather. Next thing I know, Stevie stops beside me and says "hey man, you all good?" so I reply "yeah... just taking a breather" Stevie notices me holding my package and says laughing "ah, did you hit your penis?" so I say laughing back "yeah hahah, just can't put it together today" Steve looks at me and says "Don't give up on yourself. Just stay focused, and believe in yourself. You got this!" When those words left his mouth, I got a huge boost in confidence. I just looked at him and smiled. Steve then says "and never forget to have fun, at the end of the day, thats what its all about."

From that moment on, I have never forgotten what Stevie said to me. Racing has gotten that much easier for me. Thank you for being such an inspiration to myself, as well as many of us mountain bikers. Thank you for making me proud to be Canadian. Ride in peace Stevie, you will never be forgotten #LongLiveChainsaw
  • 8 0
 Hitting the emotions on that story, like wow. #LongLiveChainsaw Great dude
  • 64 2
 I am a bit Non-Canadian. Not into hockey, lacrosse or soccer. I am into snow and bikes, which I suppose is very Canadian for many of us. I have never cried for the passing of a celebrity, but only direct friends or associates that have died. I shed several tears for Steve as he was kind of a hero of overcoming adversity and it was largely due to his Mom. That Tracker's shocks were gone thousands of kilometres ago and she shuttled the shit out of it until they were all parched, the driver, the rider and the shocks. That Mother and Son crew were a force, they stood for perserverance and stubborness. Steve won a World Cup Title after an unfathomable amount of effort and we all hoped that he would continue on a path of success.

People die everyday and I see the results of it everyday in my work. The limit of attainability will never be reached, but everyone needs to recognise that there is always a limit. I am crushed . Steve was by far my favourite Athlete in the world, the only one that got me on the edge of the seat "Go Stevie", that my Girlfriend became just as enthusiastic about, and I thought was about to have a breakout year given more than 23 minutes of racetime over the entire year. I am so crushed by this and I wish his Family whatever empty words that I can convey to them, as well as all the people that were rooting for him over the years.

Go Stevie!
From North Vancouver.
  • 53 0
 I swear.... someone's chopping up onions near me. :-(

We're all gonna miss ya Stevie! Thanks for the memories. #LongLiveChainsaw
  • 51 0
 I have no problems saying I cried over this - onions be damned. Stevie was the best of us - living, loving, riding.
  • 24 0
 @ratedgg13: yep, totally teared up at the end. My girlfriend walked into the room and asked if it was a Stevie video
  • 10 0
 I'm a 32 year old 'man' and I cried. No big deal
  • 9 0
 I cried too. It s normal. I still can t believe he passed Frown Frown
  • 31 0
 I sure hope something is done at Fort Bill in Steve's memory. I'll be repin' the flag and saw regardless though. #longlivechainsaw
  • 19 0
 Have a strong feeling will see alot #longlivechainsaw stickers on all the pro's bikes. Not to mention I'm envisioning a very special ride from Mark Wallace at Mt St Anne this year. First or last it'll be something to watch. #longlivechainsaw
  • 8 0
 Even if nothing's done officially (highly unlikely!) the fans will do something.
  • 7 0
 Pretty sure every chainsaw in the British Isles will be WFO during whatever tribute they put together at Ft. Bill, and MSA will be quadruple that.
  • 2 0
 @maxyedor: the thought of that is amazing
  • 7 0
 21 Chainsaw salute.
  • 7 0
 I really hope they do the ghost lap at MSA.
  • 3 0
 @Takeshi194: just heard about the ghost lap idea....so awesome.
  • 2 0
 Instead of a moment of silence they need a moment of pure insanity...chainsaws, beer and all the cheers the world can muster.
  • 26 0
 Awesome tribute video!! I can't imagine being the guy that has to puts these things together. This one and the McGazza one had me in tears.

#LONGLIVECHAINSAW
#MCGAZZAFOREVER
  • 3 0
 Was thinking that myself, i can imagine how dusty it was while making it Frown
  • 24 0
 tears. Thanks Rob Parkin, for a wonderful tribute video.
  • 19 0
 I have no idea why his death is hitting me so hard. I guess it's because I've been obsessed with mountain biking for the last few years and Stevie has been THE Canadian rider in that time. My only brush with him was riding behind him and Troy Brosnan on a warmup lap on Crank It Up in Whistler. I never thought I'd get to ride on the same trail as him, but there he was - drifting through every berm. As I said in the last thread about his death, I really hope his accomplishments in life inspire the next generation of young riders.
  • 14 0
 It feels so good that I could see that contagious smile. Thanks for making me smile Stevie. I looked at my red Fox gloves and thought about you. Sucks you ain't here anymore, you were a Fkng awesome dude. Cheers! It's all gonna be good, it's what we make of it.
  • 14 0
 One of the most the most if not THE MOST inspiring rider out there, super talented and one of the most cool and smiling person ever. RIP chainsaw Pb should share his Season segment !!! One of the best videos i ve ever sen
  • 14 0
 "it's just another bike race right. Go as fast as I can, should work out" - Soul rider right there! Doing it for the pure enjoyment of being fast on two wheels! Legend man!
  • 13 0
 Just a suggestion for @pinkbike when you do the good month/bad month article.

Good month: we get to remember Steve as a person and his accomplishments.
Bad month: we lose him.
  • 14 0
 Great Video. I keep thinking about his Mom. Hope she is doing ok. She raised an amazing kid. RIP Steve.
  • 12 0
 I feel like I could cry. I know this has been posted before but this video, it gets me every time.

vimeo.com/50799736
  • 9 0
 This video can get posted a thousand times and I'll still love it.
  • 12 1
 God dammit. The comments, the tribute, everything should all be heartwarming. It's not. All I can think about is his mom. Fuck. Hug the people you care about folks, because you just never know.
  • 8 0
 I met him at Val de Sole last year with my 7 year old son Alfie, Stevie had so much time for Alfie despite racing and was such a cool, nice, genuine bloke. He signed his BMX helmet which Alfie absolutely loves and 'smithy' (as he calls him) is his favourite rider. Myself and my wife broke the news to him today.... we are all absolutely gutted, it's so sad. RIP Smithy, you have touched us all.
  • 10 0
 People die all the time, its harder to accept when it was someone who loved living everyday to its fullest.
  • 7 0
 What a sobering turn of events - always loved Stevie! still remember watching his seasons segment with his mom shuttling him...makes me tear up even more when I think of his family and all of their support. We've all said it...he was too young. R I P
  • 7 0
 Stevie, like you said in your video - "I'm just stoked to be a part of it." While you might not be here with us in the flesh any longer, we the spectators and global cycling community were endlessly "stoked to be a part of" watching you perform incredible and inspiring feats on two wheels. You were one of a kind and have left an indelible mark in all of our hearts and minds, and in the history books. We're going to miss you but you'll always be with all of us. Thanks for everything Stevie. #LongLiveChainsaw
  • 8 0
 Thank you pink bike. It makes me realize how much everyone respected and admired Steve. What a great person he was. He will be greatly missed
  • 10 0
 I can´t see the Video in Germany, You Tube is blocking it.
  • 2 0
 try proxtube Wink
  • 7 0
 cbc had a great interview with gabe.

listening to him teared me up.

go to 17 min on the cast.

Ignore the usual non follower interviewers.

www.cbc.ca/player/play/2688361050
  • 6 0
 That would be cool if fox released a stevie smith tribute jersey thats similar to the DGR teams. Have a portion of the proceeds go to stevies fund. I know ill be trying to find one
  • 7 0
 This guy lived more life in 26 years than I will in my time here on earth. Sucks that his happened, really gutted for his family and friends.
  • 7 0
 After spending the last 24 hours feeling really down about Stevie's passing, this video has put a huge smile on my face. You've done a great job Rob Parkin, thank you.
  • 9 0
 Mark Wallace for the win at monte saint anne
  • 8 0
 Going to stick this to my top tube
#LongliveChainsaw
#LongliveMcGazza
  • 7 0
 Christ, my son is this age. That's just way too young. So sorry for his family. RIP Stevie
  • 4 0
 Here are 3 pictures of mine for last month WC in Lourdes. I especially came for a couple of riders there, Stevie Smith was one of them. It was like a dream come true, because I had been a fan of him since the first time I had heard about him in Seasons. RIP Stevie Smith, be sure I will be remember you.
www.pinkbike.com/u/matt-pau/album/My-tribute-to-Stevie-Smith
  • 4 0
 In our frenetic and busy mind and life, I probably will remember you Steve every single DH race I will see for a long long time , every time I will search or wait for your run. Bright and clear man as few other I am pride to be your fan forever ciao Steve, you are the best FXXX'n DH Chainsaw ever seen!
  • 4 0
 I loved everything I ever read, watched and heard about Steve Smith. Seasons is still one of my favourite videos and his relationship with his mum really touched me. I was always stoked when he did well for him and for her. He may have passed too soon but he got to fulfil his dream and I hope she did too. His short life will continue to inspire people across the globe. Long live the Chainsaw.
  • 4 0
 I just heard these lyrics a lot differently now. I loved this song before - and now, along with Wintersleep's Orca - it will forever remind me of the kid from Cassidy.

There comes a time, in a short life
Turn it around, get a rewrite
Call it a dark, night of the soul
Ticking of clocks, gravity’s pull
  • 1 0
 Totally agree, can not stop listening to it with by this video. Can you tell me who the artist is/are....thnx
  • 1 0
 Found it. Coldwarkids
  • 5 0
 it's just another bike race right. Go as fast as I can, should work out worst case scenario i'm still happy, and, best case scenario i'm damn pumped What a top bloke stevie
  • 4 0
 Stevie never knew me, but I knew him. Stevie has never seen me ride, but pushed me to be a better rider. Stevie inspired me to ride with fortitude, and to always be grateful of the experience at hand. RIP #irideforstevie
  • 5 0
 Never thought I would cry for a human being i had never met, but Stevie done it for me, RIP you have inspired a generation of shredders with your fun loving attitude on life
  • 6 0
 The mountain bike world is just moving along but I'm not quite ready to keep moving with it.
  • 1 0
 I feel you man! It's hard when the people you have looked up to for so many years die. Rest in peace Stevie, Kelly and Dave!
  • 3 0
 Brilliant tribute to Stevie Smith nice one pinkbike. It still guts me know that such a talented young guy and all round top bloke has been taken at such a young age with so much to live for. It makes no sense to me, he deserved better than that. My thoughts are with his family and friends.
  • 3 0
 I think we should all feel privileged to have been graced by Stevie's presence for the short time he was here. Watching him ride the 2013 season like a boss was amazing. All while staying humble and just being Steve Smith. Such a rad dude. Shred in peace Stevie.
  • 5 0
 I really hope to see a screen full of Canadian flags at the next world cup event!
  • 3 0
 'you will never be forgotten you will be celebrated' - a line from a song that rings so very true right now. Such a sad time for Stevies family and friends, but wow what a wonderful life he had!
  • 2 0
 He did not deserve that not is family and friends ,not even the world ,cause the world gonna be a little worst day by day ,it's a real fuckup this world ,you could never be that happy ,it's like somebody saying ,no no you would not have that easy ,fuck fuck fuck. The world just lost a very true good human ,and that my friends it's a tear dropping.
  • 2 0
 Gutted when I read this, for someone so young and so much living to do! NO parent should bury their young, thoughts go out to his Mom, girlfriend and loved ones. This sucks.

Sorry, but does anyone know how it happened? I read the Nanaimo news and they mentioned something about coming around a corner and colliding with a friend or something (www.cheknews.ca/tributes-pour-honouring-nanaimo-star-steve-smith-174600)
  • 4 0
 DAMN... RIP CHAINSAW!! Ill be keeping him alive in memory watching and sharing his videos!
  • 1 0
 Thank you Steve for inspiring myself and many others. A true legend of the sport and the greatest Canadian downhiller there will ever be. Thank you rob parkin for the amazing video. And thanks to all those who have shown support. We all ride for stevie
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 It would be a nice tribute if at fort William they announce Steve smith in the start gate, keep it empty, and let the timer beeps start. Then any and everybody that brings their chainsaws can let them rip for a proper send off. I didnt know him whatsoever, but it has impacted and saddened me as if I did. Ride in peace Chainsaw!!!
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 Thanks for putting this together Rob.Stevie Smith represented our little corner of the world so well,with motivation,modesty and character.When he'd drop in on his race runs....total magic.Bring on the chainsaws at Fort William!
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 Powerful vid, brought tears to my eyes. Thank you Stevie for inspiring my kids and I to not only be better riders, but better people.

My 2 cents on a sticker or shirt idea is the "CHNSW" like he had on the seat stay of the bike he won the 2013 DH Air on at Crankworx.
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 A bit late to the party, but I created T-Shirt store in honour of Stevie. All proceeds go to the fund, and so far it has raised around $200.

teespring.com/stores/stevie-smith-legacy
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 Its even more sad having watched this and then also finding the old vid of him and his mom shuttling him up and down the local trails. Nothing could compare to losing a son like that. Glad he died doing what he loved though. RIP
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 I went on ride with Stevie one Saturday morning a while ago. We had a long ride up I suppose and the whole way up we talked about bikes and blowing Wheelsets in races but I remember clearly at the top he said wouldn't it be cool if redbull sponsored to build a dh trail in nanaimo. Now whether they do that or not. I think I'm gunna make something happen for him anyways when I have time again. He was a true inspiration for me inside the media and as a friend.
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 I'm taking delevery of my Troy Carbon today and i'd really like to get a sticker for Stevie to put on my top tube or something like that. We need stickers but all the profit should go to Steve's family! Someone do it!
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 www.instagram.com/p/BFQic44J1M6/?taken-by=stikrd
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 I'v been alive for 46 years and I can't think of another year where we lost some many talented people. I've seen so many tributes this year i'm numb, and that should never happen.I I hope people take solace in the fact that he lived his life to the fullest and accomplished many of his goals before his time. The only good thing that could be said about this is now McGarrity has a friend with him.
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 i mean KELLY MCGARRY.....lol, wtf?
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 My heart is still broken i will carry you in my heart forever , I'll see you on the other side my friend Forever proud of you Love ya man rest in piece CP
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 Tragic events like what happened to Steve always seem to happen to most incredible people that absolutely don't deserve the cards they're dealt. I didn't know Steve on a personal level but if there is one thing I can offer to those who did; it doesn't appear that he held back but instead pursued the life he dreamt of. That is admirable.
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 LIke many of the rest of you, I first came to know Stevie in Seasons; a segment about a boy, his bike and and a loving mom that enabled his passion to flourish. I met Stevie once, at Crankworx. It was during our brief interaction that Stevie proved he was every bit of the genuine dude depicted in every video and photo of him, also demonstrated by the tremendous amount of outpouring for his loss.

RIP Stevie. My heart is broken for those close to you, but especially your mother.
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 I know what its like to watch your idol grow up and follow his career. I was around the same age as norbraten and watched him as a grom around prince george jumping everything he could and pushing himself. From watching the ultimate freeride challenge segment and his cameo on drop in to walking by him in the hallway of junior high. I'll never forget the feeling of being close to someone you know is going to do big things with their life. When I moved to nanaimo to attend university Steve was mentioned everywhere and I got a chance to see him ride provost. It was the same feeling as seeing norbs do a suicide no hander at 15, they both loved what they did and committed themselves to everything within the community of bikes. Steve gives you goosebumps. Not everybody can do that but because he's a fellow Canadian it made watching races at anytime of the morning worth it. It's like Zakk wylde said "there's no such thing as struggling, you either love to do it or you don't. Its not a pain in the ass to practice, I enjoy practicing, I enjoy travelling. If you think it's a struggle then its going to be a struggle". Steve only showed us commitment, integrity and indenting love of what he did. It's ok to be emotional remembering him. We all have a hero that makes our day and Steve was for so many.
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 I have watched Seasons many times and I am always taken aback by the speed that this man goes. No matter how many times I watch it I am still mesmerized by the sight of the undergrowth bending to his slip stream and the fluid motion that he had(s) on a bike. That part, in that film, was something that pushed me to go faster, hit the bigger hits and inspired me to try and have a modicum of the grace and style that exemplifies his riding.If you look closely, he can even corner in mid air. Long live Stevie and Long live Chainsaw.
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 Absolutely devastating news.
Thanks to PB/Red Bull/Dirt for such an amazing opportunity to witness this unbelievably awesome person and rider through these years.
He will be missed.
RIP Stevie.
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 I don't even know the guy and it makes me cry to watch this.
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 It's 90 degrees outside and I have some major chills right now. #LONGLIVECHAINSAW
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 Damn thanks, that brought a tear to my eye. I bought a Wilson once because of him. Such a pleasure to watch on a bike. You will be missed Chainsaw!
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 Can´t watch the video.. thx to f*cking german rules
This goes too far..
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 When seasons first came out Stevies segment was my favorite he inspired me to push my limits riding and and to keep me riding RIP Stevie you'll be missed greatly.
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 why? whyyyyy?! like many others, stevie was my inspiration, such a nice guy, and amazing rider.... had the pleasure to meet him once in champery... why does it feel I just lost a close friend?
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 Its terrible that there had to be a tribute video, but as far as tribute videos go.. this is one of the greatest, and saddest. #longlivechainsaw
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 Incredible video! I still cannot believe Stevie is gone. He lived to short of a life and had so much going for him! He will be deeply missed and the World Cup circuit won't be the same Frown Ride in peace #chainsawmassacre
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 0:46 I could watch that a hundred times, dude was a true talent, insane.
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 What i enjoy most in this video was the happiness in Steve's face when riding his bike... One of my favorite riders in recent years...
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 i never knew him but i feel so sad ,he was one of better racers in the world he looked always happy enjoying mountains with his bike!!
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 I have watched this video 10 times now.Every time it gives me a lump in my throat....still can't believe he is gone.
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 Ride on Stevie,you will be missed.
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 Yeah, I cried at work. So what dude was a legend
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 ???? so sad, what a loss. I pray he's having a big grin on his face, wherever he is. #irideforsteve #longlivechainsaw
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 Frown not "????" I have no idea what that came up.
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 Not a dry eye in the house. Lovely tribute vid, such a terrible shame and a very tragic loss of a young life. Go shred them clouds Stevie. RIP.
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 I'm more for renaming the Canadian open after Steve
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 This really sucks. He was just like Kelly. A love for all things and respected anyone he encountered
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 goosebumps! I was in Leogang watching my first ever DH race in person, when he won that race. Loved his riding since. Sad times.
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 Didn't even realize that this sick NZ segment in Follow Me was with him... That's the movie that made me buy a bike and the NZ part my favorite! Thanks, Stevie!
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 3 great atheletes in 3 months the worst year
the mountainbike comunity lost a noder one

#LongLiveChainsaw
#McGazzaForever
#RememberingMirra
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 If I can be even half as humble in life and half as happy as Stevie on the bike then I'll live a good life. Ride in peace brother #longlivechainsaw
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 I couldn't tell you the number of times I've watched this video, but I could easily tell you the number of times I've watched it without getting cold chills. A d@mn legend.
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 Been meaning to make a Stevie sticker for my bike/helmet/vehicle. Finally got around to it.

www.pinkbike.com/photo/13510646
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 Ive watched this like 100 times now, geez man, doesnt get any easier watching it, just when i think i can hold it back......nope! :'( #live#love#life#chainsaw
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 Even now I still can't believe it! #chainsaw
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 Fucking beautiful, Ride in Paradise old friend.
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 i cried watching this
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 Gone too soon in such a young age.. RIP in Peace Stevie.. #longlivechainsaw
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 He always seemed to be happy nomatter what place he got. Ride in peace Stevie
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 We will miss you Stevie, RIP.
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 Tears came to my eyes watching this
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 Hard pill to swallow! RIP legend.
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 Touching tribute. Such an unfortunate accident. He was a legend and an awesome role model. You will be missed.
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 Stevie, we will miss you.
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 Tears came to my eyes watching this too, well done tribute PB, #LongLiveChainsaw!
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 that's just an awesome fucking vid.
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 so moving. a true legend remembered forever.
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 ride in peace man #longlivechainsaw
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 CHAINSAW you will be missed. My deepest sympathies to family and loved ones.
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 What a good guy...Gonna miss him. This really is such a blow. RIP to a great rider and even greater person.
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 I have watched his tribute video every day since he passes and every time I watch it I tear up. What a legend, RIP chainsaw.
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 #IRIDEFORSTEVIE
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 To me, he has always been and always will be Mario. RIP
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 #LONGLIVECHAINSAW!!!
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 Great video, let his legacy live on forever! RIPStevieSmith
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 Awesome tribute ! Goodbye Stevie.
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 RIP Stevie. You will be missed, but never forgotten.
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 I still can't believe it Frown
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 You and me both brother!
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 such a legend in his own right ! ride in peace dude Frown #longlivechainsaw #IRIDEFORSTEVIE
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 RIP Frown ...Ride in peace bro...
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 So much more he would have and has given to the sport. We miss you...your a legend.
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 goddamnit! I'm trying to work here. Man that's sad. Dude just had so much life to offer. SOB.
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 Absolutely gutted.
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 That's it, I'm growing a mustache in Stevie's honor. You will be greatly missed...
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 Bleak is how I feel. RIP Stevie. Thanks for the Vid guys.
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 Stevie was such a quality dude, second to none...RIP champ.
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 There`s gonna be some pretty cool riding going on upstairs. RIP man. Thanks for the memories
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 He was always such a good sport with the hecklers at NW Cup races. #rideforthechainsaw
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 God Speed Stevie. I look forward to riding with you in Paradise . We're all going miss you!
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 I will ride forever for You... R.i.p
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 That last wheelie will be imbedded in my head forever.A very sad but great video Smile
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 The stoppie to bike whip at 2:20 is like my favorite thing EVER.
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 *onions*

Shred on brother, May your legend never die.
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 Well done, thanks for posting it. Thoughts to the family, friends and fellow riders.
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 We love you man, and we always will!!!
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 Amazing video Ride in peace bro
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 Damn! I am crying like a little child. I guess it's ok You will be missed
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 Stevie, we all miss you...
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 Truly blessed to have had Stevie in our lives
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 I still can't believe this is true. Blessings to his family. A legend is gone but not forgotten.
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 That was beautiful. Thanks PB.
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 Just fell apart..... I'm sad
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 It's impossible not to get choked up watching that, what a G! And he was such an awesome person too.
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 Ill be racing downhill this weekend with a moustache in his honor this weekend
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 Stevie, you made us so proud. We will miss you...
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 I'm going to miss him and his impact on the whole riding scene. One of the greats no doubt
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 Broke my heart watching that
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 Rest in peace. Never forget
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 Amazing tribute to an amazing man. Will be heading up Partridge tonight with a cold one to salute you Steve. RIP
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 Gold chain posse in effectSmile thank u for hanging it out there like a boss! Ride In Peace Bro
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 Very moving tribute.
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 Almost cried, RIP #LongliveChainsaw
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 I could not cry because I was in class but if I was at home I would be
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 best of (Season) RIP ride the holy trail
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 RIP what an inspiration
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 what is this song does any one know ?
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 I'd also like to know. Will always be reminded of stevie and his skills listening to it if I can find it.
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 @dhowie: the song is Cold War Kids First: Hold my Home

#LongLiveChainsaw

I only ever briefly chatted to Stevie at the bike park, but even just from that it was apparent what an awesome, genuine guy he was. He was a great ambassador for Canada and the sport, and a amazing role model for us all. Gone too soon, he will be sorely missed.
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 #LongLiveChainsaw
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 RIP Steve Quick, hide Peaty away before they get him.
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 Couldnt help but shed a tear
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 Thank you for sharing your achievements with us. R.I.P.
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 I'm 41 and this made me well up. Sleep well Stevie
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 R.I.P. Stevie... Gone but NEVER forgotten!
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 Another name in a long list of legends #Steviesmith
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 oh man! So intense! #f*ckinehchainsaw
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 Still can't believe it.
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 #LongLiveTheChainsawMassacre
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 thats a way to get all your hairs to stand up! shred in piece
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 RIP one of the most down to earth racers ride in peace man
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 #legend.
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 Saw this while on vacation in Greece...super unbelievable.
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 Amazing tribute, he was an inspiration. RIP
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 Too young too soon Frown Respect buddy - Ride in Peace , bro (Y)
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 Ride on in the field of dreams. You are missed.
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 Stevie, may you live with the mtb gods!!!
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 Beautiful
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 well done! a great tribute!!
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 I still can't believe he's gone.
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 Still can't believe this. What a loss.
Great tribute. #LongLiveChainsaw
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 Still cant believe it, awesome tribute, RIP!
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 Goosebumps and tears.
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 TheMassacre!!!!!!!!!!!!!TrueInspiration!!!!!!!!!RIP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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 Steve Smith=Legend

#longlivechainsaw
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 Awesome tribute to Stevie! RIP, Hero!
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 Humble. He was so Canadian. RIP Steve.
  • 1 0
 awww this makes me sad Frown
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 got the chills. Such a loss.
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 What a dude ,so sad , he was what mountain biking is all about
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 Goodbye Hero !!!!
#LongLiveChainsaw
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 Perfect video. Still doesnt feel real. And definitely not fair...
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 Thanks Stevie ! I needed that tribute Frown (
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 Well... that knife went right in the feels. Happy tears.
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 Chicken bumps from head to toes!
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 Awsm video.great memories. r.i.p .... Great Stevie.
  • 1 0
 Absolutely lovely man. A true mtb legend. #LongLiveChainsaw
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 Lame question but does anyone know the cause of death?
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 I literally still can't believe this. #longlivechainsaw Ride In Peace
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 #Longlivechainsaw
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 #RideInPeaceStevie
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 rest in peace
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 RIP
  • 1 0
 Long live chainsaw????
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 Long live chainsaw
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 long live chainsaw
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 Godspeed Stevie!
  • 1 0
 Club 27 strikes again :/
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 #LongLiveChainsaw
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 beautiful !!!!
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 What a class guy. R.I.P
  • 1 0
 Such a legend.
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 Chainsawing forever!!!!
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 #LongLiveChainsaw
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 #LongLiveChainsaw
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 Ride in peace bro
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 Just too damn sad.
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 #LongLiveChainsaw
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 stevie rockin vans!
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 This man is a true hero
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 Love This!
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 What a guy.
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 Chills! I have chills!
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 RIP Steve
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 It's just not right
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 #longlivechainsaw
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 Beautiful tribute!
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 song?
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 Aye, just crap...
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