Danny MacAskill - How we made "The Slabs"...

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  • @jflynn495
    @jflynn495 3 ปีที่แล้ว +480

    The best part was him taking time after a full day of filming to go and ride with the kids in the village. They will remember that for a very long time.

    • @scottsorby7966
      @scottsorby7966 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      Absolutely, taking the time to ride with them even though he was tired made him a hero to the kids

    • @bigarnd
      @bigarnd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Absolute class act he is

    • @dr3iii
      @dr3iii 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I know right? Danny is a people person, he likes interacting with people just like during his visit in the Philippines he rode with us in the streets

    • @mackellarboy7
      @mackellarboy7 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Ano legend

    • @MichaMille65
      @MichaMille65 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      He is a hero! 👍👍👍💪💪💪

  • @llove-electrical
    @llove-electrical 3 ปีที่แล้ว +422

    Danny's just created the worlds hardest strava segment.

    • @mattiethomson
      @mattiethomson 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      I reckon he might have got the KOM on this one ngl

    • @MrDemondal
      @MrDemondal 3 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      Me falling down the slabs will easily beat his time haha.

    • @shawmiller7357
      @shawmiller7357 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@MrDemondal just take the GPS and throw it off the top as hard as you can

    • @Happy_Shopper
      @Happy_Shopper 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@MrDemondal A small price to pay for KOM

    • @basicmtber3840
      @basicmtber3840 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      yeah think no ones gonna beat it

  • @katrinahase
    @katrinahase 3 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    Loved seeing the kids meet the boat with their bikes. Riding with Danny will be a night they'll talk about for years!

  • @patrickd1791
    @patrickd1791 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    What a great guy with a big heart! I'm sure he was exhausted after that very long day and he still went out and played with those kids. This world needs more Danny's

  • @lukerutherford
    @lukerutherford 3 ปีที่แล้ว +108

    I enjoyed this even more than the actual video.

  • @RedBullBike
    @RedBullBike 3 ปีที่แล้ว +727

    That mars bar is ours!

    • @thomasberry2632
      @thomasberry2632 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      can i have a beanie

    • @Tristanmcgiven
      @Tristanmcgiven 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Can I have the cheapest thing you sell

    • @theojackson4703
      @theojackson4703 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @Mi Yu lol

    • @GiulioMacchinelli
      @GiulioMacchinelli 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@Tristanmcgiven I don't think they are gonna send you a thing that cost 100038179930000009€

    • @fjokke
      @fjokke 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @Mi Yu that u try bruh 😂

  • @mishmasta
    @mishmasta 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    I almost like Danny's making of videos better than the edited cut. It's wild to see the inclines in perspective with people standing on them.
    Huge props for riding with the kids, too. Who knows, he might have inspired another great rider in the making.

  • @TheFlowingScotsman
    @TheFlowingScotsman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +96

    This is the best of your 'behind the scenes' videos. It makes the ride even more impressive. Brilliant stuff guys!

    • @basicmtber3840
      @basicmtber3840 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      couldnt agree more so sick to see

  • @thelastdruidofscotland
    @thelastdruidofscotland 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    met danny and his crew a few times now, always kind enough to have a wee chat and humble enough to be approachable, and he always stops to chat and offer advice to the kids wherever he is, top bloke.

    • @basicmtber3840
      @basicmtber3840 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      seems like it in the vids too

  • @Smudgegs
    @Smudgegs 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Playing with the kids shows your big heart, they'll talk about that years from now. Chapeau Chap :-)

    • @beeble2003
      @beeble2003 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Danny = big kid. The only thing he doesn't understand is why all those other kids were so much smaller than him.

  • @elvismawhinney2494
    @elvismawhinney2494 3 ปีที่แล้ว +67

    Hope this hits the Trending page also. Peace from Ireland ✌🏼💚🇮🇪

  • @AnormalLifeisboring
    @AnormalLifeisboring 3 ปีที่แล้ว +236

    Danny: Go to the "Slabs" find my drone and I'll give you a Mars bar.
    Everyone: OK!!

    • @druss841
      @druss841 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      But what about the go pro 😂😂

    • @AnormalLifeisboring
      @AnormalLifeisboring 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@druss841 You can't deep fry a go pro. :)

    • @asharak84
      @asharak84 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@AnormalLifeisboring Sure you can! Nice and crispy on the outside, with a melty-wires centre. Just take the battery out first

    • @AnormalLifeisboring
      @AnormalLifeisboring 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@asharak84 Sounds like a treat I'll have to try it.

    • @marbist5796
      @marbist5796 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@AnormalLifeisboring why am I still on the internet

  • @Twitch0331
    @Twitch0331 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Next up: Danny rides The Nose and El Capitan in Yosemite National Park. We'll done, gents! Great video. Even more amazing descent. 👍👍

  • @ryzo2002
    @ryzo2002 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It’s always hard to tell how steep something is on camera but at 13:36 it shows you perfectly how steep that slap is. Nice one Danny and the rest of the crew

    • @ryzo2002
      @ryzo2002 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      *slab

    • @BMrider75
      @BMrider75 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ryzo2002 hear, hear!
      Steep!

  • @MIKE-TYTHON
    @MIKE-TYTHON 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a genuine guy Danny is. It was so nice, how they went out with the kids, after filming all day as well. It shows how nice these guys are. So glad I watched this 😊.

  • @chrisbeere2117
    @chrisbeere2117 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So modest, so chill but its the breathtaking skill and bravery that leaves you speechless. Big up Danny, you are truly a legend mate.

  • @678crazydave
    @678crazydave 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    You are an absolute legend. I love your drive and ambition and class

  • @trialsrob214
    @trialsrob214 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One thing that I really like about Danny is his friendly humble personality and the way he treats his fans, after a tough day at work he still has time for the fans, very class act

  • @saxmandave1
    @saxmandave1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How could anyone give this a thumbs down? Some of the best videos out there. Such incredibly steep footage. Kudos Danny.

  • @cyrusf.4039
    @cyrusf.4039 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a great guy (really)! Comes back from a long physical day of riding and makes the time to ride with the kids that are waiting for him. Thanks for the privilege of watching you ride.

  • @Ali_Clarkson
    @Ali_Clarkson 3 ปีที่แล้ว +251

    You mad man!

    • @josephhulme8044
      @josephhulme8044 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Is this actually Ali clarkson

    • @enzodougherty9429
      @enzodougherty9429 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Oh hi Ali

    • @sickcunt9386
      @sickcunt9386 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@josephhulme8044 no it’s Duncan shaw

    • @sbsimracing7275
      @sbsimracing7275 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@sickcunt9386 your comment is very very good. Take my like good person

    • @curtaintwitcher1148
      @curtaintwitcher1148 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Surely your turn now Ali!

  • @ShakaLakaMTB
    @ShakaLakaMTB 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    For those who are wondering, the last song is: Tom Rosenthal - I Want You In My Dreams

    • @basicmtber3840
      @basicmtber3840 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      cheer mate is it copyright free ?

  • @pascaldumas8129
    @pascaldumas8129 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love al your bts footage !!! Your are so smart danny !!! with the kids is a very beautifull moment !

  • @franciscollie7136
    @franciscollie7136 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I would watch a two hour documentary on this. Or just all the raw footage to be honest. Insane.

  • @fedor_osh
    @fedor_osh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    my heart shrunk and almost stopped, when you watched down that slope, even though I am quite stressproof. Danny, your are a hero.

  • @shit_for_shoes876
    @shit_for_shoes876 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Absolutely love this video the most amazing landscape and scenery 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

  • @thechumpsbeendumped.7797
    @thechumpsbeendumped.7797 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What Danny does is incredible and the way the film crew and drone pilot have captured it is perfect.

  • @cannonsloan2783
    @cannonsloan2783 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is more than talent... this is pushing the boundaries of what is possible for a human.

  • @danpeters6533
    @danpeters6533 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nothing better, Danny and crew. Simply amazing...And you gave those kids that met the boat something they will remember forever. Future slab riders maybe?

  • @paulmcclune7765
    @paulmcclune7765 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome guys well done, makes me feel homesick for The Highlands and the Isle of Skye

  • @ecalzo
    @ecalzo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    WOWOWOWO.... many athletes put their video on youtube showing the super performance .. only few of them put on the failure too .. the troubles and much more ... like you Danny ... You're SUper ... really appreciate that.. and the facts you rode with the kids ..

  • @keithtiner4474
    @keithtiner4474 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That ride was awesome.
    The drone work was spectacular.
    Every piece of it was beyond top notch!

  • @G4RY1159
    @G4RY1159 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Even at 51 years young and from Scotland myself and been all over parts of the Highlands I've sadly never visited Skye.
    One of the best fish suppers I ever had was in Kyle of Lochalash ''Before the bridge was built''

  • @pw.70
    @pw.70 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mental! Just mental! My palms were sweating all the way down. Great job, guys, all of you.

  • @banzai385
    @banzai385 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Enough ! You have proved you a mountain GOAT , please don’t go too far, total RESPECT.

  • @livingwithfshd
    @livingwithfshd 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are a King Danny, always so inventive and creative that's why you are the GOAT!!!

  • @richardperry9764
    @richardperry9764 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lost count of how many times I've watched this (and the final cut) and still flinch at some points. I have an admission. I'm using this video as part of a training session to staff at my school about Safety Risk Assessment - "". Although we might not do this with the 10 year olds. Brilliant.

  • @d2cdl
    @d2cdl 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is an example of TH-cam creators at their finest. Pushing the boundaries of the content as well as how its filmed and produced. (certainly different than watching an unboxing video of the latest smartphone!). Really great job guys and thankyou for doing it.🤘

  • @craigobrien4505
    @craigobrien4505 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Saw the segment on BBC news last weekend and was so inspired by what I saw that I bought myself an MTB this week. Can’t wait to hit the trails when it arrives.

  • @lame0fame065
    @lame0fame065 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Really needed this to appreciate just how truly insanely steep it is!!!

  • @Alir2345
    @Alir2345 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Nice danny good to see how it's done🤘

  • @alexis1959
    @alexis1959 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Danny and the team - Amazing job!

  • @mrsmith4662
    @mrsmith4662 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    A terrific film guys, in more ways than one! One perilous & skillful descent, beautifully filmed in stunning scenery. Thank you.
    Loved the bit with the kids & their bikes in the dark - it was really good of you.

  • @davidward3887
    @davidward3887 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love these behind the scenes edits, fantastic work fellas, stunning scenery 👍🤘

  • @bengaunt7475
    @bengaunt7475 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You can’t give the man anything but respect, not only did he have the balls to do it, he had the insane skill to do it! That was amazing!!

  • @muddymongoosemtb9873
    @muddymongoosemtb9873 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Fantastic seeing all the work that goes on behind the scenes to make such a fantastic video.👌👌👌👌😁🤙🤙🤙

  • @Astropowergtv
    @Astropowergtv 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    To be honest I love and respect brhe shooting skills of the drone pilot

  • @japeking1
    @japeking1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thats 15 minutes I totally don't resent losing. Thank you.

  • @dinger09
    @dinger09 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The second most impressive thing in this video is how the camera guys can hike up a mountain in those pants. Those are glued on. Well done!

  • @mastafu80
    @mastafu80 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Drones were invented just for this footage. You are a hero man!

  • @merchymerchable
    @merchymerchable 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    That drone footage is unreal - hats off to the pilot!

  • @jakobbsteen
    @jakobbsteen 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The feels i got from this film.. GOOD JOB

  • @karlvoice6839
    @karlvoice6839 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow Danny you are a legend allways watch your mad adventures and you allways pull it off my 12 year old love everything you do and you are his most favourite person

  • @DivandBenny
    @DivandBenny 3 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    Aye you’re getting a hang of this cycling malarkey 😂

  • @JoshKidder
    @JoshKidder 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mountain goat... Alien... definitely not human!! I fell off my couch from the dizziness just watching 🥴
    Unbelievably amazing how Danny always pushes the bounds of what can be done on a mtb!

  • @MrSkurnz
    @MrSkurnz 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow, absolutely incredible. It looked steep on film, which means it was off the scale!! Thank you.

  • @sheppydizzle865
    @sheppydizzle865 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I have seen these slabs with my own eyes and even though I've just watched a video of him riding down it and how he did it I still don't believe that he did 😂🤯 well played sir 👏

  • @dongraham1559
    @dongraham1559 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Truly off the scale AMAZING!!! No idea how that could have been done, but you did it!!

  • @iloveloam276
    @iloveloam276 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a legend. Also, what amazing photography, well done the crew, skilled people.

  • @WillStrathmann
    @WillStrathmann 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Amazing to see all the work that went into this!

  • @borisf2948
    @borisf2948 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    wow congratulations to whoever flew the drone in the intro, the shot was spectacular !!!

  • @beeble2003
    @beeble2003 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Huge props to Andy Lawrence for that amazing minute-long tracking shot at the start of the final film.

  • @russman109
    @russman109 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mate you've put the "mountain" in mountain biking in a more potent manner than any wanker ever here. What a fabulous project and achievement! I'm sure your brake and rotor sponsors are blowing up because of this! I've climbed on Skye, and this blows my god damn mind. Balls of and bike control made of pure adamantium, Danny!

  • @samhailes5928
    @samhailes5928 3 ปีที่แล้ว +72

    Danny also doubles up as a travel agency to tell me places I need to visit next

    • @tomhare5110
      @tomhare5110 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      theres a bothy in the next valley over which is 5 miles away and completely free

    • @samhailes5928
      @samhailes5928 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@tomhare5110 haven't been to Scotland and done bothy walks for a few years now - the midges in summer put me off for a while when I was there last but I really should go back

    • @spudvader
      @spudvader 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@samhailes5928 Avon Skin So Soft is your friend for the midgies 👍

    • @samhailes5928
      @samhailes5928 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@spudvader better than deet?

    • @henryrogers7023
      @henryrogers7023 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Sam Hailes Go in May or September to avoid the worst of the Midge. Or only when it’s windy and sunny...

  • @coastdave
    @coastdave 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a beautiful spot. Absolutely incredible biking

  • @YuraBotanick
    @YuraBotanick 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is what it means to live fulfilling life! What could be more beautiful?!

  • @DizzyVizion
    @DizzyVizion 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video!
    The bike work.
    The setting.
    The camera work.
    The soundtrack.
    It's a really special video you guys have made here.

  • @preno5158
    @preno5158 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a Production Crew! Love it!

  • @joeumbrell8774
    @joeumbrell8774 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The behind the scenes is just as fascinating as the actual video!

  • @LCNismo
    @LCNismo 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    DM! You're a winner in my book and a I wish I had 25% your skill.

  • @ErikDouds
    @ErikDouds 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for making this behind-the-scenes. As an adventure filmmaker and athlete, all aspects of this story inspire me. I look to bring this type of content into the diabetes world so people know they can go do things like Danny even while managing a chronic disease. Cheers mates!

  • @ellon118
    @ellon118 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing video, totally breathtaking skills and footage, great to see you taking time out and riding with the local kids. Legend.

  • @gavinsullivan9015
    @gavinsullivan9015 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I enjoy these behind the scenes as much as the main video! Some epic drone work really makes this film. Danny as nonchalant as he always seems 👍 thanks for continuing to make such lovely films 👌🏼

  • @thannilol5793
    @thannilol5793 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    this landscape is so beautiful

  • @MichaelStugart
    @MichaelStugart 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Amazing! Thanks for helping me enjoy such amazing moments that are your adventures in life. I hope you have a lot more amazingness in your future. 😁👍

  • @jharris888
    @jharris888 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    After the original slabs video I had visions of one day having a go on my mountain unicycle. Now I've seen this version. No way!! Very impressive stuff Danny

  • @elafricano2995
    @elafricano2995 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Danny, you are awsome, the best but yet, you are MAD, well done mate you made history

  • @luk_st9040
    @luk_st9040 3 ปีที่แล้ว +185

    The title should be: „How I became a Goat“

    • @andor_yoko
      @andor_yoko 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      He already was the goat

    • @luk_st9040
      @luk_st9040 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@andor_yoko yeah right

    • @fedipoiana
      @fedipoiana 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Danny McGoatskill

    • @bethanbuckley905
      @bethanbuckley905 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Why?

    • @luk_st9040
      @luk_st9040 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@fedipoiana 😂😂

  • @MatteoParmi
    @MatteoParmi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nice to see that "only" 130mm of travel is more than enough if you know how to use it. Love it.

    • @Wesrl
      @Wesrl 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      The only 130mm travel bike that has 220mm brake rotors

  • @harleyboyd9998
    @harleyboyd9998 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    WOW Wow wow Controlling Fear & Relying on your many hours of practice & Pure Talent

  • @df9834
    @df9834 ปีที่แล้ว

    Not many human beings capable of that on the planet! Big respect mate ⭐️

  • @PixelStacker
    @PixelStacker 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Danny's just created the worlds hardest strava segment. yes!

  • @richardruns4cake
    @richardruns4cake 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love how you give us the inside story . Top stuff dude

  • @BMrider75
    @BMrider75 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Having scrambled up the Dubhs Slabs with a heavy rucksack, I can attest to how obscenely amazing it is to ride a bicycle down!
    My first thoughts on watching the original video, was that bottom slab is simply too steep! Can't be ridden...... Amazing!

  • @mtbalpinecounty
    @mtbalpinecounty 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great to see!

  • @TheDisruptiveYouTuber
    @TheDisruptiveYouTuber 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    8:30 Danny, you're a beautiful person! Top mbr, top guy.

  • @ellieboa
    @ellieboa 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    knowing that the cameraman wanted to close his eyes makes me feel better about my response when I first saw it!

  • @FiretrailMtbAdeventures
    @FiretrailMtbAdeventures 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Outstanding one of my favourite edits great to see all the hard work that u guys put in come together 🤟🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🤯

  • @israel9970
    @israel9970 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Danny I live in Israel and I and my friends love and adore you very much!!!❤

  • @hamishverdouw9094
    @hamishverdouw9094 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is by far some of the most insane drone footage I have ever seen!

  • @eduardeduard8786
    @eduardeduard8786 ปีที่แล้ว

    Дани!! Крепкого здоровья тебе!!! Успехов!!! Береги себя!!!

  • @purenrg4life
    @purenrg4life 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    amazing video ... Danny is a legend but also that crew was freaking talented too.. the drone flying, in particular, was awesome! thanks for your work team!

  • @billmccaffrey1977
    @billmccaffrey1977 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best control I have ever seen!

  • @markdavis5883
    @markdavis5883 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I reckon that was better than the actual video. Truly incredible!

  • @donnahenrikson1320
    @donnahenrikson1320 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Every time I watch one of your videos I admire the challenges you set yourself, the finished product your team puts together, and your good nature...and also say a prayer of thanks that I'm not your mother :)

  • @AdventuresWithClair
    @AdventuresWithClair 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Such a down to earth dude, awesome job!

  • @shanew634
    @shanew634 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Serious skills and balls of steel.👏👏👏👏

  • @Pozitivi
    @Pozitivi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    0:02 Wooo! This rock in 0:02
    You're lucky Danny !

  • @stevowyeth
    @stevowyeth 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Simply astounding!

  • @dougmacleod7241
    @dougmacleod7241 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Both videos about this ride are great