utah – Freerider Mountain Bike Magazine

Video: Brand of the Brave – DJ Brandt

November 1, 2019 Chief Editor - Vinay Menon

This installment of “Brand the the Brave” features American Slopestyle and big mountain rider DJ Brandt. Originating from the skateparks of Colorado, DJ is a unique athlete who has found his own path through the mountain bike industry. Now commonly known for his downhill bike skills in the hills of Utah, DJ has a special eye for the desert terrain. Able to combine his technical skatepark ability and big mountain vision, the 25-year-old is able to put together lines that few others would consider. Brand of the…

Video: Red Bull Rampage 2019 – Replay

October 27, 2019 Chief Editor - Vinay Menon

Red Bull Rampage returned in 2019 for its 14th edition with the biggest show in freeride mountain biking taking place in Virgin, Utah on October 25, 2019. The world’s greatest free riders returned to what in 2018 was a new venue. A roster of 21 riders took to the mountain with their dig crews carving out innovative lines, features and drops worked on last year in the persuit of the perfect run and being crowned Red Bull Rampage champion. Riders, along with their two-person build crews, spent eight…

Video: Top 5 runs from Red Bull Rampage 2018

October 15, 2019 Chief Editor - Vinay Menon

Last year, we saw some incredible feats of man at Red Bull Rampage with familiar faces and some new. So, in case you missed the action, or you fancy reliving the action, here are the top five runs from last year’s Rampage. Red Bull Rampage 2018 Final Results: 1. Brett Rheeder: 89.66 2. Andreu Lacondeguy: 87.33 3. Ethan Nell: 86.33 4. Tom Van Steenbergen: 84.66 5. Thomas Genon: 83.33 6. Tyler McCaul: 82.00 7. Kyle Strait: 80.33 8. Szymon Godziek: 75.00 9. Kurt Sorge: 74.00 10. Brendan Fairclough:…

Video: It’s Almost Time for Red Bull Rampage 2019

October 1, 2019October 1, 2019 Chief Editor - Vinay Menon

The world’s greatest freeriders will be returning to what was a new venue in 2018. A roster of 21 riders will be able to evolve the many innovative descents, features and drops worked on last year in the hope of producing a winning run that will see them standing atop the podium at the end of the day. Once again riders, along with their two-person build crews, will shape and build their ultimate lines down the mountain at the site in Virgin. In advance of the competition, the riders, along…

Video: Marzocchi Proving Grounds 2019

September 23, 2019 Chief Editor - Vinay Menon

Press Release Prineville, Oregon (September 9, 2019) – Deep in the heart of Oregon’s western wilderness a freeride competition concluded with Reed Boggs, Juan Diego Salido and DJ Brandt atop the podium, their performances earning them the last three qualifying spots for the 2019 edition of Red Bull Rampage. The man-made course featured multiple lines to let athletes choose their own path and style, with huge drops, massive doubles, berm presses and rhythm sections that allowed the rider to showcase their creative line selection and capacity to go big when…

Video: Reece Wallace goes HUGE in Utah | Flight Path

July 3, 2019 Chief Editor - Vinay Menon

. After missing out on an invitation to Rampage last summer, Reece felt he had something to prove. So he spent almost a month in the Utah desert, along with his crew, building features in preparation for this video—followed by an additional two weeks filming. This is the result! Follow Reece Wallace in his latest video ‘Flight Path’ as he goes massive in Virgin, Utah with hopes of getting in Rampage. Filmed by Matt Butterworth Produced by Reece Wallace & Matt Butterworth Is Rampage your main goal with this…

Video: Richie Schley | Coming Home

March 7, 2019June 5, 2019 Chief Editor - Vinay Menon

. Richie Schley played a crucial role in making mountain biking what it is today. The term “free ride” had not existed yet when Richie started riding steep technical lines that were off the trail. He helped to pioneer a new segment of the sport of mountain biking and set the tone for the biggest events in the world. Richie was a rider for us since the early days at Marzocchi Suspension. After the brand died out, Richie found support elsewhere. Now that DVO has grown and become a strong…

Video: MESA ft. Tom Van Steenbergen & Ethan Nell

February 28, 2019June 5, 2019 Chief Editor - Vinay Menon

The unforgiving Utah desert is the proving ground for freeride mountain bike riders across the globe. It’s unique landscape has the ability to push the riders beyond their comfort zone; making or breaking dreams. After a highly successful year at Rampage both Tom Van Steenbergen & Ethan Nell decide to take on the harsh desert one more time. Creating moments that will not soon be forgotten. #MESA #MountainBike #MTB #MonsterEnergy

Video: Finding Flow on the Best MTB Trails | Land Escape

February 27, 2019June 5, 2019 Chief Editor - Vinay Menon

.“The inspiration behind Land Escape was to pick four unique riders, put them all in different locations, and let the different styles of riding and locations blend together to compliment each other” Rupert Walker \ MTB filmmaker Rupert Walker has an established reputation as one of the best action sports filmers in the world. His edits with Brandon Semenuk, either through RAW 100 clips or their Revel Co work, are eagerly awaited with relish by mountain bike fans, as they regularly push the creative boundaries of their respective talents.…

Video: Weston Lloyd flowing through I street

January 26, 2019June 5, 2019 Chief Editor - Vinay Menon

. What a year it has been for Weston (aka Westeez) Lloyd, an 11 year old shredder out of Salt Lake City, UT. For a kid, dreaming of becoming like your hero’s and visiting Whistler Bike Park can be life-changing. But working hard and putting in the time at home is where true shape take place. With places Virgin Utah, I street, and Deer Valley, Utah has been shaping some of freerides youngest talent. As school got out for summer, Weston got busy hitting the dirt jumps as much as…