Video: How Did Aaron Gwin Crash in Fort William?

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DuelingBanjos (Jun 4, 2019 at 2:52)

And another great video by Ben. Glad you're making those, makes racing weekend and days after even more exciting. Excellent job.

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endurocat (Jun 4, 2019 at 4:56)

Blame it on the wheel size.

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snl1200 FL (Jun 4, 2019 at 10:49)

@dobermon: Let the record officially show that @dobermon is not a fan of Cathro. Hopefully from this point on we can accept that we all dig different things and that's okay- and maybe not comment on all the Cathro videos you choose to watch with how you dislike his analysis, volume of talking, and person in general. I for one love them, find them helpful, and appreciate that they are being made. Thanks again Ben for the thoughtfulness and curiosity.

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mammal (Jun 4, 2019 at 12:56)

@snl1200: With a profile quote of "better rider than you", do you expect him to be a reasonable and respectful human (like, the kind you'd want to ride/chat with)?

snl1200 FL (Jun 4, 2019 at 13:51)

@mammal: Yeah the less than pleasant cyber-demeanor is a real bummer given the wealth of skills and expertise they could no doubt grace us with- I mean seeing as how they are better than us and all. But for real @dobermon - no ill will- just wanted to counter the negative points as we, and I think a lot of people, have different views on them- hope you have a great day and get some riding in.

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gasman1 (Jun 4, 2019 at 21:36)

@dobermon: please, do tell us all more....

valhallascott (Jun 5, 2019 at 0:21)

@endurocat: Blame it on the rain...

mammal (Jun 6, 2019 at 7:25)

@gasman1: Lol... looks like dobermon got the ban hammer. Poor socially maladjusted soul.

jorgeposada (Jun 6, 2019 at 10:06)

@mammal: I was enjoying hearing about his mountain exploits. I guess the thought of having your own private mountain is too much for most people to handle. Something tells me he is out there hucking right now.

mammal (Jun 6, 2019 at 12:12)

@jorgeposada: Something tells me he's completely full crap... but maybe that's just me.

jorgeposada (Jun 6, 2019 at 13:04)

@mammal: I actually have known him for about 15 years, he originally from Brooklyn. Moved out to the mountains about a year ago and scored this sick spot. Have seen some pictures but will be going out to see him in august. Honestly he put in tons of work already and barely scratched the surface. Spot is insanely massive, I have to get in a car and drive hours for what he has out the back door lol. Pretty sure he out there getting dirty right now.

mammal (Jun 6, 2019 at 13:54)

@jorgeposada: Huh, fair enough man! Based on his profile (joined this year, 10 years old, from some random country, claims to be a better rider than everyone), I assumed he was full of it. Have fun riding his zone.

snl1200 FL (Jun 6, 2019 at 15:19)

@jorgeposada welcome to Pinkbike man! Noticing you joined right about the moment @dobermon disappeared. Fascinating. If you do bump into him wish him well in his amazing zone. Enjoy.

jorgeposada (Jun 6, 2019 at 22:01)

@snl1200: Wow hahahhaha! Honestly why hate on real mountain builders. Personally I'm jealous he has steep rippage out the back door while I sit in traffic. Will give you a report if we get this trip together in august. Spoke with him tonight and no pinkbike anything was mentioned at all.

mammal (Jun 11, 2019 at 8:17)

@jorgeposada: Ha, "real mountain bikers"... As opposed to all the fake ones running around here. Anybody in this sport who thinks their better than everyone can go hang out by themselves and ride solo.

jorgeposada (Jun 11, 2019 at 8:45)

@mammal: Jealous much hahahaha. I couldn't care if you ride with Santa Claus. Don't be a fake rider, pick up a shovel.

mammal (Jun 11, 2019 at 11:25)

@jorgeposada: Yep, super jealous about supposed riders on PB... Been mountain biking for 20 years, I dig trails, ride other people's trails, and also have the pleasure of periodically riding Whistler and other Sea-to-Sky gems. But hey, this is no d*ck waving contest, I got nothing to prove. Hence my comment about "gasman" claiming his riding superiority. Social media douches can get bent, along with those who invent temporary alias' amidst their delusions of grandeur.

mammal (Jun 11, 2019 at 11:34)

@jorgeposada: *dobermon* not "gasman". Too late to edit.

jorgeposada (Jun 11, 2019 at 13:00)

@mammal: Sounds like your describing yourself, you know whoever smelt it dealt it status.

mammal (Jun 11, 2019 at 14:07)

@jorgeposada: Well, I've only got one profile on PB (since 2002), and never made an alternate. I don't ever claim to be better than everyone, so not sure where you're getting that "describing yourself" comment. Like snl was saying, you and dobermon are the same dude, judging by the ban time vs. your new account, and I'm just calling BS when I see it. Welcome to Pinkbike "jorge".

jorgeposada (Jun 11, 2019 at 15:03)

@mammal: Enough about you lets talk about you

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JDFF FL (Jun 4, 2019 at 3:23)

Excellent coverage Cathro! Now let's find out how Pierron didn't crash at the finish ?!?!?

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Rudy2455 (Jun 4, 2019 at 4:34)

My guess would be several thousand hours spent in the gym. Same for Remi Thirion’s save.

optimumnotmaximum (Jun 4, 2019 at 4:53)

i watched it frame by frame, there is apoint where his bike is basically vertical -just insane

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Rubberelli FL (Jun 4, 2019 at 5:38)

It was the most importent pushup Amaury ever had to do.

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lacuna (Jun 4, 2019 at 6:39)

Slack af head angle

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brentkratz (Jun 4, 2019 at 8:48)

Great analysis Ben but i thought we would see you talking to AG after your analysis and get his take on the theory.

thenotoriousmic (Jun 4, 2019 at 11:35)

This video needs making.

R-M-R (Jun 4, 2019 at 14:00)

@Rubberelli: "It was the most importent pushup Amaury ever had to do."

Exactly. Doing push-ups is like wearing a helmet for mountain bikers.

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fowler22 (Jun 4, 2019 at 6:30)

Gwin is a class act. To be that good at something and have the humility that he does to do and interview after what was probably a super disappointing weekend for him is just another example of it.

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cuban-b (Jun 4, 2019 at 7:24) (Below Threshold)

Yeah I never see any other pros do that.

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lognar (Jun 4, 2019 at 7:49)

@cuban-b: just because other pros are gracious and humble doesn’t make Gwinn less so

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cuban-b (Jun 4, 2019 at 8:12) (Below Threshold)

@lognar: never said he was. I’m a Gwin fan so we’re good.

nvranka (Jun 4, 2019 at 14:25)

The Bay Area cuck @cuban-b is gracing us with his presence once again. He’s the real class act.

cuban-b (Jun 4, 2019 at 15:44)

@nvranka: therefore the classy thing to do at this point is to attempt to insult an entire geographical region in response.

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Schwaby (Jun 4, 2019 at 2:45)

Intense

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mihauek (Jun 4, 2019 at 2:55)

YThere are so many rocks?

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vinay FL (Jun 4, 2019 at 4:52) (Below Threshold)

@mihauek: A Yeti Specialized in Trekking must have kicked them up.

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danieljohnkelly FL (Jun 4, 2019 at 3:32)

www.youtube.com/watch?v=jkSpCfNH940

chmurka3rg (Jun 4, 2019 at 4:30)

That was hilarious!

chmurka3rg (Jun 4, 2019 at 4:30)

That was hilarious!

pedaldragger (Jun 4, 2019 at 5:56)

I just fell apart..... Oh s$%* man that was funny.

kind0fimportant (Jun 4, 2019 at 7:30)

@pedaldragger: well then put yourself back together

Barkit (Jun 4, 2019 at 11:50)

I like this version better:

www.youtube.com/watch?v=XnPUe80oBZw

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JonnyNapalm (Jun 4, 2019 at 3:04)

Can't we just blame it on ENVE for shits and giggs?

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stretchza (Jun 4, 2019 at 6:04)

Kudos to the original video owner sharing his video so openly

Braindrain (Jun 5, 2019 at 10:24)

And it's in landscape!

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megatryn FL (Jun 4, 2019 at 5:36)

I vote for CSI Cathro (Crash Scene Investigator) to be a thing!

(Yes, I stole this comment from a youtube comment)

RustyMac (Jun 4, 2019 at 9:14)

Ha ha, that was my comment.

@bencathro if you want to use it fill your boots.

chacou (Jun 4, 2019 at 8:12)

Great content yet again from Cathro. Gwin is a real class act, glad he walked away from that one. Walking away from that crash is a testament to the physical training Gwin puts in, makes me want to go do more strength and flexibility.

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browner (Jun 4, 2019 at 3:02)

M3 thinks he doth cartwheel splendidly

xice (Jun 4, 2019 at 6:29)

If it happened like ben diagnosed, it was a driver error. Plain and simple. maybe aaron took this line on the edge of the board walk on every run before. But this time he was pushed by the wind outwards while mentally already focussed on the corner.

AntN (Jun 4, 2019 at 3:22)

"Nek minnit"

EckNZ (Jun 4, 2019 at 4:02)

Too true!

Deville64 (Jun 4, 2019 at 6:05)

Gwin is a good sport. Good for him but can’t wait for the Wynn TV

Mattysville (Jun 4, 2019 at 6:29)

yeah i was surprised how much he was smiling in this video. wonder if its just him being a good sport or if Cathro is just that nice of a dude that he disarms people who are in a sour mood?

jaame (Jun 4, 2019 at 7:28)

In the pre season video, they were in the gym and Gwinner was teaching Jack about if you get too close to the bar then your arms fold and you go over. In this case, he was just proving his point.

FatTonyNJ (Jun 4, 2019 at 8:16)

I need this level of analysis for all of the Friday Fail videos.

jlague (Jun 4, 2019 at 4:20)

at all places to Fall like that at Fort-Bill , thank Powers that be it was over there not somewhere else.

Craigatdescentworld FL (Jun 4, 2019 at 7:18)

Won’t be listening to “Down by the Boardwalk” for a while that’s for sure.....

Renzo415 (Jun 4, 2019 at 10:27)

In the words of Tyrese "Ejecto seato cuz!!!!!"

dh-corn FL (Jun 4, 2019 at 4:32)

OMG...RKO outta nowhere!

nathanhughes (Jun 4, 2019 at 4:45)

Nice one Cathro!

ctd07 (Jun 4, 2019 at 4:59)

So did Gwin agree with the diagnosis of what went wrong?

Mntneer FL (Jun 4, 2019 at 5:30)

I'll take cathro's investigative hat over his millennial swag, straight brim dollar sign hat

jedi-son (Jun 4, 2019 at 16:39)

David Bowie - Space Oddity - 'This is Major Tom to ground control, I've stepped through the door, I'm floating in the most piacular way'

docnik (Jun 6, 2019 at 0:02)

So either Gwin couldn't keep his bike on the trail or the tire was flat before hitting the turn. Why wouldn't Cathro share his theory with Gwin?

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du4photo (Jun 4, 2019 at 3:16)

God's punishements cranked up lately

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colincolin (Jun 4, 2019 at 3:23)

someone modify the video with a lightning strike please!

Konyp (Jun 4, 2019 at 3:37)

Gwin seems to be getting the Hiob treatment.

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dwmetalfab (Jun 4, 2019 at 7:02)

Wow! So creative! Hardly anyone on this website makes fun of his religion.

cuban-b (Jun 4, 2019 at 7:28)

It was Sunday after all. That’s his day for a break

JohnnyVV (Jun 4, 2019 at 9:58)

Smote

colincolin (Jun 4, 2019 at 10:14)

@dwmetalfab: It's 2019. Let's make religion funny again.

Boardlife69 (Jun 4, 2019 at 12:29)

@colincolin: Blasphemy, Blaspha-U, Jesus Christ, the blackest Jew.

Golden-G (Jun 5, 2019 at 19:18)

The Lord's work for sure!

Boardlife69 (Jun 6, 2019 at 1:22)

NOUP votes for NOFX?

josh250 (Jun 4, 2019 at 4:28)

Has anyone made a "this is Sparta edit yet?”

tipsword (Jun 4, 2019 at 8:04)

Jezus, I had to take some advil in sympathy... rag dolled!!

john260164 (Jun 4, 2019 at 6:55)

Fine margins, an inch here, an inch there, can make all the difference

Franzzz (Jun 4, 2019 at 8:36)

Gwin definitely needs 36 inches wheels...

AlpineNate (Jun 4, 2019 at 9:17)

Gnarly endo.

juxtapozy (Jun 4, 2019 at 19:25)

YT MOB person at 3:15 checking on Gwin without actually saying nothing.

Rainozeros (Jun 4, 2019 at 3:24)

FMB World Tour

commentsectiontroll (Jun 4, 2019 at 3:38)

Makes me go OOOWW

steezer (Jun 4, 2019 at 3:39)

The Gwin Catcher!

mccarthyp (Jun 4, 2019 at 5:32)

Excellent video!

AinsleyTrimix (Jun 4, 2019 at 4:53)

Wears ear plugs due to the wind ! Is the wind that noisy ?

Mattysville (Jun 4, 2019 at 6:30)

Not for you or I but for an elite level rider... every bit of distraction that can be removed makes a difference.

cuban-b (Jun 4, 2019 at 7:40)

@Mattysville: I think some pros say to not wear ear plugs/headphones because it takes one of your senses away. Some believe flow and balance is better achieved with full sensory ability.

stretchza (Jun 4, 2019 at 8:07)

He explained it in more detail on Wynn TV - because it's extra windy at Fort William, and because of his injury - he wanted to focus his attention and try remove any outside noises

igxqrrl (Jun 4, 2019 at 9:15)

Yeah, this is the same reason some of the elites ride blindfolded and with a nose plug.

ampb100 (Jun 4, 2019 at 9:35)

i used to wear them at whiteface mtn and some other mountains. it was more for protection since i work in audio (im a sound editor on Bob's Burgers, and mix records).

its actually pretty calming to ride with ear plugs.

skills25 (Jun 5, 2019 at 5:39)

@ampb100: always gotta wear protection. Ps- when are you making an east coast trip? Let's ride Creek.

ampb100 (Jun 5, 2019 at 11:47)

@skills25: well loooook whooo it issssss

cuban-b (Jun 5, 2019 at 13:16)

@ampb100: I feel like “well look who it is” should have sufficed. issssss sounds like hissing.

skills25 (Jun 5, 2019 at 13:57)

@cuban-b: well, look. It issssss who.

ishi (Jun 4, 2019 at 12:01)

amateur ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)

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StonyRider FL (Jun 4, 2019 at 3:15)

Just blame the mechanic ...

KondziuNS (Jun 4, 2019 at 4:39) (Below Threshold)

What's that reference to, I seem to have missed something

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tomonda (Jun 4, 2019 at 5:07)

Just stop it...

Below threshold threads are hidden

dirtchurner (Jun 4, 2019 at 6:54)

I am just happy that Ratboy wasn't doing this commentary, would've sounded like some stoned bugger chewing rocks while talking with a British accent. Would have been comical but totally incoherent.... Well, now I am thinking, it might just have been entertaining? Then follow up with this vid by Ben

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Allmost (Jun 4, 2019 at 6:31)

I heard it was a 3 year old bridge, that never should of been there in the first place.

and the track builder is going to make a public apology to #TEAMGWIN.

mrbrighteyes (Jun 4, 2019 at 7:04) (Below Threshold)

It's a nearly new bridge. So what?

Could just have no chicken wire and we could see these cartwheels a lot more often.

Allmost (Jun 4, 2019 at 7:53)

@cgreaseman: Well the bridge was based on an old design, that they updated but never told anyone about. So the bridge was never replaced with the updated one. That's why he crashed.

It hAd nOThINg tO DO wITh SliDdIng oFF tHe EdgE oF ThE BRiDge.

Dropthedebt (Jun 4, 2019 at 6:11)

Cathro is the Ted Kravitz of mountain biking

Medacus (Jun 4, 2019 at 7:31)

No danger, Cathro actually knows his stuff, Ted can be a bumbling fool at times

headshot FL (Jun 4, 2019 at 3:33)

It's called the "Hall Effect".

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priest55 (Jun 4, 2019 at 5:04)

He crashed because of feminism...

DuelingBanjos (Jun 4, 2019 at 6:10)

Or it was fat acceptance?

ashlemon (Jun 4, 2019 at 13:09)

TERF or intersectional?

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vinay FL (Jun 4, 2019 at 5:06)

Whether he is great or not and regardless of all the misfortune he may have (stolen bike, broken equipment etc), the lack of great results may make it harder for him to negotiate a top salary from his teams. There are so many amazing riders out there fighting for that top spot, he really needs to get results head and shoulders above that what other athletes achieving to also demand a salary that is that much higher. Of course I know he can do great when it all clicks (or even when it doesn't) so provided that Intense bike is half decent I expect some good results from him this season. But as it is now, there are some good and eager racers coming up the ranks who are probably more interesting for potential sponsors and teams.

Rubberelli FL (Jun 4, 2019 at 5:41)

He is just beginning what is (probably) a 2 year contract.

cuban-b (Jun 4, 2019 at 8:30) (Below Threshold)

What you’re saying isn’t wrong. People are sensitive to an honest analysis.

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dwmetalfab (Jun 4, 2019 at 5:57)

Dangit. I haven't watched the replay yet! Spoiler alert please.

savmeister (Jun 4, 2019 at 7:01)

There was s spoiler alert at the start of the video

dwmetalfab (Jun 4, 2019 at 16:19)

@savmeister: Scrolling through the main page and you see "how did Aaron Gwin crash in fort Williams", that's kind of a dead give away that he didn't win. That in turn ruins the excitement when you know he is up next.

Nice try though.