Ex-Pro Cyclist Vs... His Dad?! Epic Climb Edition
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 3 ต.ค. 2024
- Hank’s dad George is back by popular demand, this time for his biggest challenge: a race up Sa Calobra in Mallorca against Hank on a road bike. Having not ridden a bike for over 20 years, the idea of climbing one of the most epic climbs in world cycling is almost absurd. But with Hank’s dad on an e-bike, the result is far from certain. Could this unfit dad actually beat his ex-pro son or will the mountain prove too big a challenge?
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What challenge do you want to see Hank and his dad do next?
I wanna see them ride a tandem
Bike-packing trip
Tandem!
Fat tire bike for Hank vs EMTB for Hank's Dad in snow please!
Hank's Dad has lost weight and is getting back into 🇬🇧 Army shape! 😎👍
Videos with Hank's dad always gets an automatic like.
Oh yeah! Hank's Dad could talk about any GCN subject and I would watch it. Hank's Dad is a GCN presenter that I can identify with.
More hank's dad videos please!
Hank's support of his dad the whole way was wonderful to see.
the whole way? you mean halfway, after he raced off and left an old man struggling up a mountain on a machine he was unfamilar with?
@@tussk. I think given the assist will go up to 15mph people thought the race might be more competitive, this is what a true beginner vs amateur contests looks like! People forget that for most people cycling 10 miles is a long way.
Yes, that turn around by Hank, when he realized it wasn't really a race... I got all choked up! What to go Hank and Hank's dad.
Actually its Hank's Dad who supported Hank all the way up.
@@tussk. haha true, and nothing wrong with a little father-son competition
And there are still people who think ebikes shouldn't exist. THIS is the reason they're here to stay! Well done Hank's dad, I hope you both really enjoyed doing this together.
Some people just hate technology.
@@abritandhisbikeinpoland6802 I guess you could say that E-Bikes are the Great E-qualizer.
I think it's partly because of the name, if they were called emopeds or (epeds, lol) from the beginning, no one would care because the expectations would be different.
Yep. I have an autoimmune disease which is attacking my body, including my lungs. The thought of not being able to ride one day depresses me. An e-bike will allow me to keep riding. Fortunately, I'm not to that point yet though.
Yep. Right now my 11 yo has one to ride with me and when I’m old(er) and he’s in his prime I’ll get one to ride with him.
I'm 69 and lucky enough to still be able to ride with my 40 years old son. From time to time we go for 80-100km rides, and he's nice to me as much as Hank with his dad, but that makes me proud of both myself and himself. As long as I can still ride on a regular bike I'll be happy to do it this way, even though I reach tops "a bit later" than my son. But that's about sharing these moments, rather than performance. And when my legs will get to the point where it is too hard, I'll get an e-bike and will continue as long as possible. Only one life.
Lovely story :)
Joel: Spot on. Eventually, even though I could still manage OK on my regular bike on the flat and gentle hills, I decided I wanted more. So, wanting to keep my road bike more or less as it was, for my 90th birthday I treated myself to a very light e-assist add-on kit. Proved to be a great decision which has enabled me to lengthen my rides, and to ride again in hilly areas I had been avoiding. I still get a good workout as plenty of input is needed on the hills and I ride mostly unassisted on the flat - although it is very useful against strong headwinds. Recommend the idea to anybody once the time arrives.
So true …
What a great example … and two great humans
I’ve lost my dad one month ago…folks, time goes by so fast. Appreciate time with your family as much as you can because there is no rerun in this world. Nice video. I’ve really enjoyed it.
My dad passed away few years ago and i just picked up biking again since the pandemic , watching this brings tears to my eyes I just wish that I could’ve done something like this with him together but that’s not possible anymore.
@@Taihaki I totally understand how you feel
I'm at 27 years and a couple of months - still wish I could have done something like this with him. Take care and cherish the memories.
@@Taihaki You lucky bastards. I still have my dad.
I lost mine nearly 10 years ago. I still miss him every day.
Hank‘s dad is an absolute legend. Well done. Seems like the GCN presenters are discovering their domestique skills. Why not doing a „who‘s the best domestique?“ challenge? And you could do a „Freddie and Hank‘s dad get a proper bike fit“ video. My knees hurt just from watching.
I like the best domestique idea.
As soon as he realized he should be supporting his dad and not racing him made cry like a child. Especially not having my Father around is just amazing how a son could have some much love seems unreal to me.
That moment he realized this and turned around…this just did it for me too. And without a doubt, that is what helped his dad get to the top.
Not only that, but he got ahead because he thought his dad would still beat him. In my opinion it shows how much Hank still looks up to his dad as a super human, really a great video overall
OMG ME TOO!!! Bawled my little eyes out right here in Starbucks.
I cried when you turned around. I can only wish when my sons grow up they look after me like that.
Awesome job Hank’s dad!
#GCN Genuinely inspiring and touching to see Hank and Dad accomplish something together.
Now we know where Hank got his determination from. This was one of the most wholesome things I've seen this year, good job to everybody involved!
For me, this makes the case for E-Bikes in one video. Having lost my Dad 2 years ago this video put a smile on my face simply seeing the relationship between Hank and Hanks Dad and seeing them enjoy another life experience. I am an avid cyclist and the thought that an e-bike could extend the longevity of cycling or give folks the ability to still conquer some of the iconic rides later in life is what cycling is meant to be. Bravo Hanks Dad for getting to the top.
Proper lump in the throat stuff when Hank went back and helped his Dad. Proves again what a great enabler e-bikes are. Mega Kudos to all.
9:35 Actually cried. These two are Legends. More of this
Great video. Captures the best part of cycling. Seeing Hank with his dad is very touching. Big congratulations to Hanks dad 👏🏻👏🏻
Starting at 10:15-I’m not crying; you’re crying. I always love watching Hanks’s Dad with Hank, but this was just beautiful. Hank’s pride in his dad, being there for him to help him cross Sa Colabra off his bucket list, and Hank’s Dad just being awesome. If this doesn’t inspire you, you must not have a heartbeat. Great father and son team if I ever saw one.
underrated comment.
I love seeing Hank's Dad doing these challenges. The Royal Hussar comes out every time he does a ride with his son. I would love to see a GCN offshoot geared towards seniors like myself. Hank's Dad would be a hit for sure.
That actually brought tears to my eyes. Love how Hank’s dad take on the challenge. And it is obvious that they love one another very much - a precious father/son relationship 👍😉
Would have been good to hear Hank’s Dad’s opinion on the descent, particularly as he is an experience motorcyclist.
I'm not sure he did it. It is terrifying. Doing it late in the day with potentially lots of traffic coming back up and with limited/no bike handling expertise, when physically and mentally knackered... I'm not sure that would've been a good idea. Plus Hank's Dad, plus the weight of the bike would have made it even thougher.
@@ollieelgie maybe. I found it a pretty easy descent. Good sight lines and only a few narrow bits. Hank’s dad is an experienced motorcyclist and while it’s not the same there is quite a bit of overlap - braking points, turn in, avoiding target fixation etc.
@@nstrug You're right, there is a lot of overlap. A lot of what I use when descending on my 260kg motorbike is common to riding my 8.5kg gravel bike - as well as the ones you mention (avoiding target fixation is a key one) there's braking before the turn, focussing on exit points, chasing the apex, cornering lines.
For me this is the best video Hank and his dad did so far. I like the moment, when Hank decides to stay with his dad. That's what cycling (and life) is all about. Everyone has his/her own challenge, but we can manage it together.
This video shows that is not about nice bikes, clothes, and other gear. It’s not about fitness and not about the challenge itself. It is about supporting each other, sharing power and empathy and about spending time together.
What did Hank lose? Winning against his struggling father. What did both win? Memories of time spent together, working together, suffering together and overcoming obstacles together one thought he couldn’t overcome. That is pure magic in this video.
Both did very well and earned moments that they will look back to with a smile on their faces. Beautiful.
That’s what life, for me, is all about: teaming up und in doing so becoming more than the sum of the parts. Pure magic!
The videos of Hank's dad are by *far* my favorite of everything GCN's done in the past 6 years.
Yes Hank! Turning round to help your Dad up was the best part of this video, community and winning together and knowing when somebody else's personal victory is greater than your own, this was a great video, fair play to both of you!
Probably one of the most encouraging videos I have ever seen! Despite the fact that he made it to the top it is what the story behind tells us. Seeing Hank and his dad working together as a team and experiencing an incredible day which otherwise might not have happened proofs that there are situations in which E-bikes can help us enjoying our hobby! Great video, one of my all time favourites💪
Hank turning around and going back to help his Dad was a golden moment. Great stuff, thanks!
Probably my favourite GCN video. Thanks for showing what you can do at any age with the right support, well done George and Hank.
As someone who is watching his dad getting ever sicker because of cancer this made me somewhat emotional. He used to be the most active person I know well into his early sixties and I would often accompany him on his journeys albeit never cycling.
Treasure your adventures with your parents, they will become the most cherished of memories.
The best part of the video was, how many different names Hank's dad called him by, Hank, James, Jimbo
Gotta say this video really warms my heart. When Hank came to the realization that he should turn around to help his dad really showed his true colors, great guy… I’m not crying your crying…
Love to see Hanks dad back again! Taking loafers to places they never thought possible.
Love the loafers!
Hank when you turned around to help your dad, that’s when I gave this video a like. Amazing job from both of you.
Hank's dad putting his bike in biggie smalls using just the front chain rings. The man's a visionary.
Yes, so it is just a nice!
I absolutely love these videos with Hank and his dad - and this really is the best yet. Genuinely grinning the whole way through this - especially when Hank went back for him. Please give Hank's dad his own spot on GCN - top bloke and a natural on camera.
From the moment James turned around until after they hit the top was so amazing and heartwarming. And the other riders cheering for him at the top. That's the real joy of cycling. I wish I could share a moment like this with my dad, but he's on the wrong end of ALS and PSP. Still doesn't take away from enjoying a few tears while watching this video. Chapeau to James and his dad for a wonderful moment and a great video. Thank you for sharing your moment with us.
Hank's dad is such a great sport and shows you that it's never too late to start cycling. Chapeau!
I have nothing but respect to the both of you for that challenge, but ultimate respect to your Dad for doing that awesome climb.
That is the real heart of cycling. Not competing but rather supporting and encouraging others to reach goals they never would have thought possible :)
Big respect to dad and to Hank for helping him. Add this to my bucket list now.
Nicely done Hanks Dad, you are a legend. And this is all about cycling, ni matter age, condition, bike, or something else, just friendship and enjoyment of cycling. Chapeau to both
I was tearing up when Hank turned around to help his dad. Thank you Gcn for your consistent inspiring and motivating content.
This was an amazing video and very heartwarming, the fact Hank went back for he’s dad, made this video even more fantastic, great job both of you
I just picked up cycling together with my dad during covid and we did a cycling holiday in Mallorca as well. I haven't been that happy in a while.
Happy for you both to have experienced this :)!
Best one yet. And I've watched plenty. Huge thumbs up to Hank's Dad and to Hank for this one. So good chaps. Well done!!
This is really special. What a wonderful experience to share. Well played George - bloody strong effort. Bags if gumption. Bravo!
Wonderful to see Hank and his Dad George ride together...that is what it is all about after all our shared experience. Some options here in the US - FL 3 days/300 miles to key west - flat but windy can send you details - several Grand Fondo's incuding ones in CO/GA etc with some climbing to boot! 6 days climbing the Rockies is fun too...all are great bonding rides. Would be great to see George ride these with Hank.
"this is that big bucket list challenge you've never wanted to do" love it. Love everything about this video. Thank you
You are so welcome!
As a father this is by far my favorite segment of videos on GCN but this so far is my personal favorite
What a Great Father / Son experience! Kudos to the both of you!
Emotional to watch. Very very well done, I’m glad went back to help his dad, that was wonderful to watch. Kudos for Hank and his dad.
Seeing you support your dad like that brought tears to eyes hank. More hank vs dad videos pleeease.
Always love a Hank and his Dad video!
Superb! Well done Dad & Hank. The spirit of cycling right there.
Great Vid guys Hank such Topman m8 so great to see you getting your Dad involved and enjoying such a great place climb together . E-bikes have such a place for this 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Sa Colabra is a relentless beast. The camera doesn't do the steep bits justice. Props to Dad and for Hank for dropping back.
George, always a big thumbs up when you are on the show! I love to see you and Hank having fun on the bike together...it makes me remember the times my dad and I had riding together even more fondly.
Heard about this video from Hank's epic gravel challenge and so glad I was able to watch! Well done Hank's dad 😁
Great video. Respect Hank! Something that will now stick with you guys forever. ❤️
never thought a gcn challenge vid can make you smile so much!thanks hank!
I love seeing father and sons taking on challenges like this. Hank, what a blessing it is for you to be able to do this with your dad. And I have the utmost respect for your dad for doing the climb. Great family activity!
The reward of every hill climb is the descent part. That's what keeps me going.
@Ian Haskins first time I did Sa Calobra the descent blew me away but all the way i was thinking ‘oh my gosh, I have to come back up this!?’ Cracking climb though.
Guys! You‘ve found the proper beginner to smash the challenge. And it was awesome! Thumbs up! Ebikes are great deal to include people who are not yet fit enough to climb Sa Calobra or cycle for hundred miles.
You guys are ridiculous! Last week you gave us Freddie’s inspiring and heart warming video which led us all to tears, and then you follow it up with this beauty of a film with Hank’s Dad completing this epic climb. I’ve just finally mopped up the floor again!! Give us a heads up next time please! 😭😭😭 In all seriousness what an excellent effort from Hank’s Dad (aka the dad we all wished we had!) and what a joy to see the Lowsley Williams’ climb together. Top work guys!
cracking video guys that's what it's all about not racing up climbs but enjoying the experience with your partner your friends or even your parents. love it
got worried about hank's dad.. hope he's well rested after this challenge.. gcn gives me the feels and got me excited to ride with my dad more ^^
You dad is amazing. but the most amazing moment to me was when you turned around to help him ! And you really can be proud of him
Good on you Hank for cheering your dad on during hard times on the climb :)
@GCN Really enjoyed this, tugged at my heart. I'm a 60 year old dad wanting to do an epic ride with my 34 year old son. Only started cycling in February and aiming to get my fitness up to do an epic ride. This video is making me more determined to achieve that, so big thumbs up from me.
regardless of the content... an adventure with a dad must be an interesting event to remember ❤
Way to go George, Hank's Dad! We can't be that far apart in age, I'm 65., and you represented us, wise old men, well. Great job! Next challenge should be a bike packing trip - camping remote with dad.
Just a heart warming video. Looking forward to something like this with my father.
It's bloody amazing that you were able to do this with your dad. I never had the the chance unfortunately. You are an awesome pairing. Amazing job from both of you but especially the bonding and combined effort. Enjoy this moment and each other. Cheers guys!
This indeed an achievement Great teamwork Father and Son, very touching and inspiring.
That was very sweet, when he turned back to help and motivate his dad. :)
Great video, very inspirational. It must be priceless experience for Hank and his dad. That's exactly what for ebikes are to make ride like that possible and enjoyable for those with less experience and fitness. With ebike your imagination is the only limit.
Great video. Lovely to spend time with one's father doing something you both enjoy.
And he seemed such a good fella to boot.
This is the most endearing and wholesome video I have seen in quite some time.
I love the challenges with Hank and his dad!
GCN putting out some GOOOD content - first Freddie and now this. well done!
Truly wonderful vid gents. I lost my dad 10 years ago and this really resonated with me. Thank you. 🥲
I make it a rule to never comment on videos for fear of negative feedback but this video has inspired me to break my rule - Great, inspirational video. I ride my bike everyday and this video sums up all the reasons for encouraging people to get out on your bike. Well played GCN
Hank's Dad is LEGEND. Needs to be featured every month. Just Do it.
GCN presenters are doing a spectacular job at encouraging and welcoming new riders such a great sense of inclusive that cycling has seemed to lack.
I love videos with this lovely pair! 😍. Is it me? But looks like they didn’t do a proper fitting for Hank’s dad bike, my knees were hurting every time I see him pedaling
Loved this video and kudos to Hank’s dad for completing this very tough ride. Just goes to show that riding an ebike is not a walk in the park. You still have to put the work in, but they open up a world of possibilities for a lot of folks.
Well done Hank! That short speech at 10:00 gave me goosebumps!
Thank was truely amazing to watch...staight to the heart CGN.
Hank is an awesome guy and any father would be proud to have him as their Son, keep up the good work mate.
Also Hanks Dad is a Legend! Great Father-son moment 💕
Hank's support for his dad was absolutely beautiful. They have such a wonderful bond. Loved this film.
Kudos to Hank and Hank's Dad! Great video guys in so many ways!
This made me cry. Great film!
Inspring to watch - Well done to both Hank and his dad. Legend.
i always get a chuckle when i see gcn use a stick to hold up the bikes when they selll shadow stands 😆 super video and achievement massive well done Hanks Dad
Great video guys. Heartwarming father son challenge ticked off
Turning around for a riding partner is where cycling really shine.
Future challenge... hank v the tank! I think there's a tank commander between them?
Nice video.
Am I wrong or is the bike size / saddle height wrong for Hank's Dad?
yes it really is. kind of a shame that an ex-pro doesn't even show his OWN DAD how to adjust the saddle to the perfect height and how to place your foot on a flat pedal
a dream ride to do with father or family hood. great you experienced this :) congratulations!
Chapeau Hank. I lost my father nearly 30 years ago, never rode with him and have done Sa Colabra. When you stopped and turned back to ride with him i may have got some grit in my eye 👍
Brought tears to my eyes, I would love to have had that great a relationship with my father, sadly he's no longer around, and I'm probably the same age as Hank's dad. Do these things with your kids while you can, they'll remember it for the rest of their lives.
Absolutely loved this video and the fact that in the end, it was a team effort. Hank's Dad challenge videos are the best!
Next challenge: Hank's Dad learns clipless? I know what you're thinking. "WTH? Trying to kill the man?" Hear me out... Stationary trainer first, so he could get familiar with clipping in and out (maybe even MTB clipless?) but that would help get him into better form and ultimately help him get faster for the same effort or not have to put in so much effort to maintain where he was before. Fitter is faster if the machine is more efficient.
Wow.. that was GREAT. Two beautiful bikes too 👍👍. Dad stayed in control too. Not easy to do when u r exhausted, unfamiliar w dropped bars and pedaling w house slippers! Best GCN video this year !! All the best to the two of you 👋👋.
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