In Disaster There is Opportunity - Finding a Path Through Paralysis | Martyn Ashton | TEDxBristol
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- Martyn explains the unbelievable challenge presented by a career ending injury, and how he used a unique approach to tackle it. “If I’m going to be paralysed, then I may as well be good at it!”
Taking us through the antics of a man searching for a way to face the test of a lifetime, using the instinct of a competitor, plus the enjoyment and passion of a sportsman to not only discover new things but to ultimately find his way back to the sport he loves most, riding bikes.
Martyn has been a professional Mountain Biker since 1992 and in that time has won a World Championship and numerous British Titles. However he’s probably best known for his live stunt shows and his highly successful TH-cam video series ‘Road Bike Party’ films in which he takes highly expensive (and fragile) carbon road bikes on an exhilarating journey of stunts, obstacles and vertigo inducing skill that the viewer could never expect.
However, in 2013 Martyn suffered a spinal cord injury whilst performing in a live stunt show. The accident seemingly ended his riding career, leaving him paralysed from the waist down and confined to a wheelchair for the rest of his life… but in his own words
“Who would have thought that my greatest days of riding were ahead of me?”
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Martyn has been a professional Mountain Biker since 1992 and in that time has won a World Championship and numerous British Titles. However he’s probably best known for his live stunt shows and his highly successful TH-cam video series ‘Road Bike Party’ films in which he takes highly expensive (and fragile) carbon road bikes on an exhilarating journey of stunts, obstacles and vertigo inducing skill that the viewer could never expect. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx
GMBN fans unite!!
Martyn was great even before GMBN existed!
ayyy
Here
+1
MTB Forever!!!!!
Gmbn squad ?🤘🏼
For sure ! Here we are;)
mtb 4 life mate!
Where's he been on the channel??
He is still doing ask gmbn and the dirt shed
Ross Clapton gonna have to give this comment a SUPER NICE!
not just top 100 paraplegics. you are one of the top 100 people in the world.
Yes definitly
100%
110%
Yup. Absolutely.
👍👍👍👍👍
Who is here from GMBN????!!!!!!!!
The Biker me
The Biker gcn actually 😂🚴🏼
baylen109 I am....
Me
Me
Definitely the biggest mountain biking hero! GMBN 4 Life!
I thought he waa a trials guy
@@smashyrashy Well, yes he was a trials guy but nowdays I guess you would call him a mountain biker given that's what he does, personally I discovered the guy through GMBN and his been quite an inspiration for me that he still rides despite his injury!
That´s a SUPERNICE! :) :)
with a toot of the horn!
The car world has Aston Martin.
Us cyclists have Martyn Ashton!
We got the better deal!
So true😁
Hahaha
Daniel Pudz
😂 he’s saying us cyclists not U.S cyclists
Nice one
Oy, us bikers
this guy , is one of my (very few) actual real life heroes ... dude is an absolute legend in the game , and even though i've never met him personally, i consider him a very dear friend as well as a mentor .. a mentor not so much as on a bike , but more so of how to be a decent human being and it has been such an inspiration to see him come back ... i love that guy , Martyn Ashton , my dear friend ,.. the legend continues ... ... ...
I am a new fan of GMBN as I am getting back into mountain biking. I had no idea Martyn was paralyzed until watching this. I just knew he was my favorite host. Such a cool guy with a great attitude. Definitely a “super nice” hack!
Martyn has inspired so many people, his spirit is unstoppable. A truly great man.
well being paralytic, being poor and watching this video and enjoying that one of us gets it easier - there is joy in that, for a moment during a day
Where the GMBN people at!!
Delirious Rabbit right here!
Right hurr
Delirious Rabbit Right here sir !!!
Right here mate!
Here
Just wonder how many people would get depressed. This guy is amazed, excited and shares his experience as a cool story. It only confirms that everything is in the head. Sadly quite often your head can get you paralyzed and grounded even though your body is physically 100% healthy...
Go on martynnn Representing GMBN i see 📍
All those years doing bike tricks and stunts were incredible…., but what are you doing now is far beyond of incredible …..touching hearts and souls requires an exceptional human being …certainly Martyn is one of those
The 63 people that disliked this video are insane.Martyn is such an inspiration and what he his doing now is 1000 times better then the stunts he did before.Marty is a LEGEND and a true madlad
Ski-chair on a bike? HAAAAAAACKS and bodges! Hacksandbodges! Hacksandbodges!
Martyn is a man! Being a sportsman is forever, no matter what wheels you ride.
This dude's 1000% better at riding his bike than me and I have the notable advantage of my legs working. I bloody love Martyn Ashton.
If I what paralyzed I would be so depressed. I have no idea how this absolute legend does it.
And now, on GMBN, you've become simply one of the very best personalities on the internet. Much love Martyn.
As a quad myself, he made it to the top 10!
Martyn Ashton, legend throughout his career and excels in whatever he applies himself to.
Inspiration personified.
Such a role model and inspiration
i became a wheelchair user 4 years ago. It put my life on hold a bit, but I am coming back!
LEGEND
One of my superheroes of cycling - Marianna Vos because she just the greatest person to ever ride a bike - Sarah Storey because she's 29 times a world champion - and Martyn Ashton because he needs to put up with Doddy and Blake.
Martyn is one of my idols in life. Most influential person I've ever run across.
I have some spinal problems and it's really messed up my life never mind my ability to try and keep riding , Martin is probably the biggest inspiration to keep going with thing's.
Martin is absolutely amazing and the fact that he never gave up and does the speaking events speaks volumes about him and his character.
My son and I watch Martin's stuff as much as we can. My son and I have incredible respect for Martin, keep it up !
Love this x
I idolised Martyn as a kid, Chainspotting got me into Trials riding. Was gutted to hear of his accident. What a man though.
Such an inspiration. Legend.
yeah, what a legend for battling through and becoming an inspiration. respect martyn.
Not all heros wear capes.
AMAZING TED TALK!!!! Thanks Martyn, SUPER inspiratonal!
Chainspotting was everything to us kids growing up, but seeing this makes Martin more inspirational to me now more than ever
Chainspotting and tricks and stunts 🙌🏽
I started mtb 2 year ago and I found out about Martyn he is been my hero and inspiration since then!!
Martyn, you are a bloody HERO!!!
Hats off!!!
Cheers!
I.
Its cool to see that you're back to the trails with the random tandem
Martyn. Please excuse my ignorance. I'm a fairly new fan to GMBN and have thoroughly enjoyed your segments. Love your humour, your insight, your style. Now after watching your Tedx Talks and understanding your past history and achievements I can't help but be more in awe of you. You are a top 100 person.....period!
Martin, thank you, I make excuses why not to ride my bike, to cold, to icy, to windy. No more excuses, what you have taught me is that to take nothing for granted and do the things you love doing. Thanks.
Incredible, positive, amazing, and inspiring human being! I love hearing him speak. GMBN ROCKS!
I, too had a spinal cord injury (T12-L1) that was a life changer. I think that Martyn's approach to life worked for him, but my journey was a bit different -although I think we are both equally satisfied with our respective outcomes. The main thing is that having paraplegia does not diminish you as a person, it is just a challenge; to manage in your way.
The guys a legend, lets be honest, after a head on collision with a hgv on my suzuki sports bike in oct. 2019, i was told i may not be able to walk again let alone ride an mtb again.. 2 years later nearly I'm back doing what i love, i had to have a hip replacement along with many other operations to fix me up but i'm more positive than ever, alot of it from seeing martins positivity. I was very lucky that day...
Had the pleasure of interviewing and speaking to Martyn after this talk - a very lovely, funny and inspiring guy with such a positive mindset. Happy to see he's doing well for himself!
Is there a cooler guy than Martyn? Absolutely love a pint and a day on the trails with the guy. Inspiring beyond words. Best presenter aswell! Haaacckkks and bodges!
Martin M Martin is a great presenter but Blake lofe
Martyn Ashton, you sir are a shining example of the human body and spirit. Crazy Love for you man!!! What a champion!!!
Dirt Shed is my favorite TH-cam show. Martyn is proof that attitude is everything.
I can’t believe it’s taken five years for me to stumble on this video! I’ve met Martyn a few times in the late 90s and early 2000s at various events and he has always been a hero of mine. When I was first getting into riding he was one of the guys in Mbuk and all the videos. Accident and all, he’s still a hero
Martyn's positive attitude is massively inspirational, and puts so much into perspective. Maximum respect for this dude! Definitely a hack and not a bodge.
Of course bikes are the answer! They will save the world.
Where are all the GMBN fans at?!?
One here. Peace!
here
James Williams right here!
here
right here xD
I got a picture with this legend so happy
as a bmxer ive already known this guy as a legend ....but this guy is truly someone incredible .. just as scotty cramner
GMBN!, GMBN!,GMBN! YAY
Anyone in a wheelchair will find this very helpful to their situation. Mr Ashton is a very driven man.
All mountain bikers love you Martyn not only are you a legend of the sport but you are also the perfect example why our sport of cycling is for all, such an inspiration, keep it going and thank you.
The true meaning of "LEGEND"
They say that people are like drains or radiators, sapping the spirit of those around them or emitting energy and adding positivity to the people they come into contact with. Martyn, you are most certainly a radiator, even through the screen of a phone or computer. Eloquent, funny and always inspirational. Keep up the cool stuff.
Micheal Ashton and Martyn Hawes where my idols when I was a kid.
Martyn, I'm a C4/C5 quadriplegic, and the #1 thing stopping me from doing almost anything, let alone the things I love, is money! That's great you are able to afford custom built bikes and get on with life, but being paralyzed is very, very expensive--especially quadriplegia. If you didn't have significant savings BEFORE your paralysis (I'd just graduated from university), your life is now day to day basic survival... Nothing more. Eight years and counting.
GMBN worldwide! Great speech Sir!
I'm really proud to say I met Martyn in work today. Great guy!
There's a saying that goes, it's not about the chair. And Martyn truly is the living embodiment of that!🤘🚴
I met Martyn at the weekend. He lived up to every expectation I had. What a top bloke.
Martyn is such a huge inspiration. You rock Martyn and it's great to see you every week on GMBN
I have a health condition which may render me blind, or it may not?? ... I'm a outdoors/sports enthusiast (mtb included) ...I really need inspiration from folk like Martyn ...I make the most of my days... But with folk like Martyn I will continue to have a full life if my eyes do pack up... Thanks Martyn...you're feeding my stoke for life.....
"Not the end, just change" .....Thankyou ❤️
A truly funny guy and so much fun to watch Martyn on GMBN.
The first time i saw that video, the tears went off.
Oscar Manuel PIragauta Gomez yeah I got a lump in my throat when he rode Fort Bill. But when he rode Whistler this year, a tear or two of genuine stokedness was shed for him. I mean.. Erm.. there was a fly, a dusty fly and it went into both my eyes 😁
Hello and welcome to the dirt shed show ....... 😯
GMBN!!
New to MTBing. Saw a few of your videos. Then heard you were injured. Saw your first DH video. Awesome. Then whistler this summer. I got truly emotional. You will continue to be our inspiration. Thanks for continuing.
i love how he didn’t let it stop him and the smile doing it
Wow, that last minutes brought tears to my eyes. The human spirit is unstoppable, if you believe in yourself. Thanksy Martyn!
A truely inpersational man.
Martyn your videos on GMBN showing your riding again are amazing, the Whistler one wow emotional.
What a legend
Just an unbelievable positive attitude to life, true inspiration to all.
I think your attitude has a lot to do with what you accomplished before and after the accident. Not everyone can think that way and for that I admire you sir.
respect from India sir.
Martyn I adore you because you are a legend. You are a legend before and after your accident.
You are a better person(sports person) than I will ever be even in a million years!
What and inspirational speech from Martyn.. he mite have been knocked down but definitely not out.. and I love the sheer determination where there is a will there is a way.. GMBN for life
Martyn, you my man are one of the warmest and kindest people and i’d love to meet you one day!
There is like noone else I’d be so stoaked to meet as you.
What a guy!
What an awesome human being, Martyn never fails to make me smile and laugh.
I came here from GMBN. I am a total newbie but watch your broadcasts and know you are a total badass. I wondered why you never shredded on the channel. It is so hard for me to come to terms with this truth... Build an e-rig and show us newbies how it is done. I guarantee you can school us.
I like your positivity. I'm a big believer in 100 reasons why to do something. Not 100 reasons why you can't. Well done very go speech.
Bering a passionate Mountainbiker, Motorbike-Rider and Snowboarder - this injury it is the invisible daemon that hunts all people who are living those sports. How you deal with the situation is incredible and motivates me and makes me truly happy!
I still cannot believe that you could ride like you could before your accident. The skills you displayed blow my mind to this day. Still you amaze me , not only with your riding skill but also your mind. Live long and ride a Mountain bike always.
Representing gmbn
That picture of you kayaking is where I work maintaining the lake, proud time for us with how well Paracanoe have just done in the Paralympics and World Championships.
Damn. Made me cry. And now he's a great GMBN presenter too.
Martyn is one of strongest people around! You have inspired alot of people brother
The best thing I have ever seen in mountain biking is the gmbn lads helping him ride and he even got to race!
22 dislikes? What’s not to like! Thanks for sharing big lad. Best on GMBN says I. Love from Kendal
Bro... It was a pleasure meeting you in Singapore all those years ago. You're an inspiration to us all...!! Stay Fun and Cool... :)
Martyn Ashton you are wonderful. PS I think you should play the 14th doctor on Dr who you would be the best
That would be so incredible, love Dr.who
Not only an inspiration of mine but a utter legend! 👊
I met him at a demo not long before his accident, he stood and spoke to me for a good 20 mins about bikes, lovely bloke.
I feel so happy to have met Martin during an event back in 2017. Specifically the clip at 16:55 - I was there at the start hut. Literally have never met someone so genuine and sincere in my whole life, and that’s just scratching the surface. He’s so dedicated to riding and pushing himself and his limits, and his team of friends are incredible with the way they help him out. The drop you see him doing in that clip took him nearly an hour to gather the courage to do, but in the end he nailed it and finished his race run with style! Being there and being able to talk to him is something I’ll never forget and cherish with me forever.
Martyn, I have been watching you and the team @GMBN, since day one, grow as presenters, coaches, and just overall great people that I know were I to meet you in person you would all be the same people.
The day you rode at Whistler and I watched the video of you with your friends, I admit my allergies made my eyes tear up a bit (like they are right now). I am sure you hear this a lot but you, your personality, your courage, and your openness about your injury and how you haven't let it slow you down is an inspiration to hundreds of thousands of people. But it can't be said enough, thank you for sharing your life with all of us. It makes all of us better people as a result.
Been watching your videos in GMBN but never knew your side of story until this TEDx video.. All the best to your bro.. u are a true inspiration to any human !!!
Martin you are amazing . My brother and I do downhill biking but he wasn’t as lucky as me ,he got paralysed after a huge fall. Thanks to you Martin he nos he’s not on his own .been a twin makes it worse but a woman in hospital told me about yourself and since then he’s come on amazing. You don’t need people fussing over you .Andrew and me Ross wish you the best with everything you achieve .loving the gmbn also. Thanks buddy for sharing your story really interesting. Keep up the work and remember you have more right than the next man.🤙🙏🏼
Not only is this guy an inspiration, he's hilarious as well.
I've been in a cast/moonboot for the last 10ish weeks now, suffering from a leg broken in 3 places. I know exactly how you felt man... mountain biking was my outlet... my way of releasing energy... and was how I moved through all the hard times, I can barely live without it. What you've done is incredible mate, and your positivity and motivation blows me away...
Serious respect man!!! all the best
I could listen to Martyn for hours, a true gent of the sport and someone possessing a positive mental attitude that most of us could learn from. Couple to that, in real life he's super nice. Amazing.