Racing Downhill Again Reminded Me Why I Stopped !!! | Powder Ridge Eastern States Cup

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  • @jakowz7619
    @jakowz7619 3 ปีที่แล้ว +454

    Phil at race pace is terrifying to watch. He rides so aggressively! Absolutely attacks the hell out of the trail. Incredible riding dude. Always cool to be reminded how skillful you are

  • @ripapa6355
    @ripapa6355 3 ปีที่แล้ว +110

    "I'm willing to case it"
    And that's why we love you.
    Legend!

  • @lucasblair3601
    @lucasblair3601 3 ปีที่แล้ว +579

    “I’m just gonna cruise down this”
    5 seconds later: breaks the sound barrier

    • @jbflynn4134
      @jbflynn4134 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      Thats just phil-ish for "Punch it, Chewy"

    • @pavleristovic3934
      @pavleristovic3934 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I was looking for this comment

    • @peterzelenka9816
      @peterzelenka9816 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      haha beat me too it

    • @MozzyTheMoose
      @MozzyTheMoose 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I was about to mention this myself in a comment, but you said better than I could have.

    • @snbsmtb
      @snbsmtb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well... That's true

  • @MTBKingLife
    @MTBKingLife 3 ปีที่แล้ว +160

    I love the fact that Phil places on the podium and draws no attention other the a quick shot so he can get back to focusing on the important stuff. Post riding with friends. Love your stuff.

    • @SkylineGTR06
      @SkylineGTR06 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I think he got 4th but doesn’t really matter

    • @jamesfediganmtb6239
      @jamesfediganmtb6239 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      @@SkylineGTR06 4th is podium in these races

  • @davet4051
    @davet4051 3 ปีที่แล้ว +116

    Congratulations on the finish, I can't believe how fast some of those sections were. You get any faster and you're going to need to start filming at a faster frame rate ! Seriously impressive!

  • @oliverraikes6069
    @oliverraikes6069 3 ปีที่แล้ว +158

    Phil: was that a flat, that sounded awfully like a rim...
    Also Phil: boosts a gap right after .

  • @llamacannon1714
    @llamacannon1714 3 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    Damn its so nice seeing you riding and smashing races again. Been watching almost since you started the channel. Everytime im watching your new videos im reminded of why every other MTB youtuber that mentions you also adds the "hes fcking fast" part.

  • @ronaldtartaglia4459
    @ronaldtartaglia4459 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    How can you not love Phil? So down to earth, and good to his fans.

  • @BigMcBra
    @BigMcBra 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I've never mountain biked before but your videos have shown me that I want to be part of this community so im going to start!

  • @MTB_Sendsei
    @MTB_Sendsei 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    15:31 is so peaceful and tranquil up there in heaven! Good gawd, Phil!!

    • @epidemicstudios
      @epidemicstudios 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      One of the other great joys of visiting a downhill mountain bike park.

    • @jedidiahwest4619
      @jedidiahwest4619 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Literally just posted about the same effortless boost.

    • @jmartin67
      @jmartin67 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I have been on that trail many times and I'm not even sure how he possibly got all of that air at that spot. I swear he has wings.

  • @jmartin67
    @jmartin67 3 ปีที่แล้ว +64

    That was my band playing there this weekend for their Oktoberfest. I ride here as well. if I had known you were there, I would have definitely come over for a high five! if this was Saturday, and between around 2:30 and 5:30. Sorry Phil!!! =) Last November I broke 5 ribs and had a partially collapsed lung after crashing off the drop you went off at 15:05 on Flow Dog =) Lost my focus haha

    • @seantierson2633
      @seantierson2633 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Was there as well, and while riding the lift, all I could think was damn, that bass player is tight 🤘🤘🤘

    • @jmartin67
      @jmartin67 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@seantierson2633 haha Thanks!

    • @planeandsimple431
      @planeandsimple431 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Joe Martin... Dude, why is there no video of this on your channel? Is it because of bs copyright crappolla? You're allowed to play copyrighted music in front of thousands of people, and get paid for it, but you can't put it on the net.

    • @jmartin67
      @jmartin67 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      ​@@planeandsimple431 We usually record our shows. Our camera was FUBAR at this show. I typically load the actual band vids to the band page haha. I typically DO get tagged tor copyright claims, but as long as I don't monetize my channel, it's ok. th-cam.com/channels/sbJC_chgUWWcy5mZ4gRp-Q.html

    • @jmartin67
      @jmartin67 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      The funny and coincidental thing about all of this is that Phil's video with Wyn Master was what made me realize I wanted to get a full sus bike a couple of years ago and get into this kind of riding. Which is why I would have loved to have met him for a high five. th-cam.com/video/-nhLNBKHjUM/w-d-xo.html

  • @RenBobbins
    @RenBobbins 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I love how he takes a chunky downhill course and makes it as smooth as an XC lap. He is absolute butter on a bike.

  • @roddas26
    @roddas26 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the fact you don't let "mechanicals" faze you. Know a lot of people who wouldn't ride with creaking headset and or bent crank arms. Champion.

  • @TheRotundRider
    @TheRotundRider 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    If you're ever feeling glum or need a pick-me-up, just slap on a Phil video. No matter what is going on on the screen it's always upbeat and cheerful. Love it!

  • @poraktobask
    @poraktobask 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    That moment of hesitation checking if the tire is on backwards at 18:05 ^^

    • @evanforst7272
      @evanforst7272 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      you can hear the oh sh*t moment in the breathing. that wouldve been rough

  • @oneatatimegarage
    @oneatatimegarage 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Luke is the man! He encouraged me through my first enduro race. Coincidentally also at Powder Ridge.

  • @ArtilleryForLife
    @ArtilleryForLife 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good to see Ulmer riding! A true east coast OG. Always loved running into him on the hills 😅🤝🏽🤘🏽

  • @mlwartman
    @mlwartman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I think it's awesome that you are recognized by random riders pretty much everywhere you go.

  • @akairborne
    @akairborne 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Seeing the huck almost past the bridge damn near gave me a heart attack! Jeebus!

  • @edknight1854
    @edknight1854 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Awesome video Phill! Please see this,
    I have just found out I have COVID just as my new bike arrives tomorrow.But watching your videos puts a smile on my face and makes me look forward to when I can ride it!thank you.

  • @davidprice1074
    @davidprice1074 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    “I’m just gonna cruise down this”
    Cuts to him pumping the living shit out of everything going warp speed

  • @goatio007
    @goatio007 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for playing bikes for us !
    We enjoy all your videos

  • @wketchin
    @wketchin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    SOOOOO awesome you are giving Powder Ridge so much attention!

  • @jacedonohue1636
    @jacedonohue1636 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That is so cool to see you racing at Powder Ridge. It is my local and although it’s not the best it is a really fun place to ride. Keep shredding bro👍

  • @seantierson2633
    @seantierson2633 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great meeting you and Haylee and talking about falling every ride in the lift line 🤘

  • @gezza7718
    @gezza7718 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Phil must be one of GT’s most valuable assets. Cannot think of a better brand ambassador to promote the joy of biking without any ego.

  • @chuckbunting9731
    @chuckbunting9731 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Phil could be a Tony Robbins to ...Tony Robbins. That's how cool and chill this guy seems, even at scary downhill

  • @MyMtbAdventure
    @MyMtbAdventure 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Awesome video, killer to see you race again and those after party jumps were the bees knees

  • @danadebois9947
    @danadebois9947 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    11:31 legendary hoodie

  • @landoctor94
    @landoctor94 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Phil, this video was amazing. So fun to watch and experience and I loved the length.

  • @JEMTB90
    @JEMTB90 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Incredible! It’s so good watching you ride 🙌🏼

  • @mariosola1
    @mariosola1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I grew up at that "mountain", nice place. Glad they're still open.

  • @frits8986
    @frits8986 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    ‘just gonna cruise down’ *absolutely hammers down the trail

  • @veronicaisl
    @veronicaisl 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Never get tired watching you racing phil. Excited to see you racing ews 100 this year. Hope more racing to come. Good luck mate

  • @jasonpagazani4922
    @jasonpagazani4922 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Get this legend to 500k!

  • @justinwbohner
    @justinwbohner 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Race run starts 19:50

  • @righteousbob272
    @righteousbob272 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You hit that soft tricky turn perfect during the race! I audibly said "oo nice"

  • @christiancooper478
    @christiancooper478 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I wasnt intending to keep watching your videos but im hooked on this. Its a sub for me.

  • @realmentalpulse2622
    @realmentalpulse2622 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Still fast as heck - and killing it on those new HUGE jumps!!!!

  • @JeffLenoskyTrailBoss
    @JeffLenoskyTrailBoss 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome vid dude!

  • @yfitzmorris
    @yfitzmorris 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    bruh..that was SAVAGE. BLISTERING!!!!! love it!!!!

  • @tomkruger3496
    @tomkruger3496 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The fact you can ride with that headset making all that racket shows inordinate focus.

  • @johnnyrc9304
    @johnnyrc9304 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good lord you're fast Phil.... Always enjoy watching the flow (Trail and hair, lol).

  • @laurenz_fks2421
    @laurenz_fks2421 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    cruising down
    Phil 2 sec. later: RACE MODE activated

  • @menjavlafitta
    @menjavlafitta 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    4:06 freaking killed me 🤣🤣

    • @p56789
      @p56789 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      im still dying

    • @ToyotaBoy711
      @ToyotaBoy711 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same

  • @mtbtrailbuilding6813
    @mtbtrailbuilding6813 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like these long videos Phil, keep it up. Enjoyable to watch when I can't ride.

  • @bikerkid81
    @bikerkid81 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I was racing sport when you and Geoff where in JR x. It was crazy watching g you guys during practice and trying the same lines lol. Just recently found out you make TH-cam videos. Keep up the good work!!

  • @bryce8475
    @bryce8475 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    “That was interesting sound” lol that shit got me 😂😂

  • @cdbmtb
    @cdbmtb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Man some seriously impressive riding. Great job, dude!

  • @MrNamesjeff17291
    @MrNamesjeff17291 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The end mins are the best haha great run tho Phil!

  • @doeke208
    @doeke208 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I totally get what you mean about a having a timer changing things. Some people enjoy that kind of pressure and others don't, that's just how it is!

  • @Silversidepro
    @Silversidepro 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    "I'm just going to cruise down" Then goes faster than any person in human history. Hits the bottom of the trail like a meteor and the world EXPLODES!!!

  • @Poisendskull1
    @Poisendskull1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The only bad part about downhill is everyone coming in the track at different time and stay to figure it out. Then the see someone figure it out and it’s like okay now I got it. I always thought they should give everyone 30mins to ride and figure it out. Nice run bud!

  • @beerenmusli8220
    @beerenmusli8220 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sick shred, as always. Loved it. Awesome stuff, keep going and dont crash too gnarly, cheers!

  • @AIRBORNE916
    @AIRBORNE916 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That tree stump @ 20:28 🫣🫢

  • @Saa45MIV
    @Saa45MIV 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve been racing enduro on the dirt bike last few years and there is nothing like the nervous feeling you get when your lining up with 25 other guys.. it’s addicting at the same time lol

  • @budycelyn
    @budycelyn 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    cruise down lol, reminded why you stopped racing,,, damn you looked like you were thoroughly enjoying it. love seeing the random riders recognising you. fame :D

  • @snbsmtb
    @snbsmtb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sick Racing Dude and WOOOW your FAST!!!!!

  • @lovebrosracing2559
    @lovebrosracing2559 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Stoked to see you racing on flats!

  • @RonnRider
    @RonnRider 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sick vid! Well done on the 4th place bro.

  • @jimhellyeah8021
    @jimhellyeah8021 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The feeling of race day is awesome!!!

  • @davidgrammerstorf9433
    @davidgrammerstorf9433 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've been meaning to hit Powder Ridge. Looking forward to it!

  • @vangilanteryan713
    @vangilanteryan713 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great vid. That looked fun!

  • @Manwichman
    @Manwichman 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Okay, I see the skills that this Phil does possess.👍🧐

  • @irvmtb1422
    @irvmtb1422 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow that was fast! And on an Enduro bike for DH when the other bikes have way longer travel double crown forks and coil shocks.

  • @jedidiahwest4619
    @jedidiahwest4619 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    15:30 boost alert 🚨🤯 effortless

  • @DrtyALGreen
    @DrtyALGreen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I come from a motocross background and recently tried downhill for the first time. Of course I'm addicted after one time, but I found the hardest part for me was one finger braking. On my dirt bike I like to use two fingers and my brother(who rips and lives at Snowshoe) kept reminding me one finger only.

    • @tyb8402
      @tyb8402 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nothing wrong with using two. The main point is you want more fingers (control) on the handle bars, and less fingers interrupting (braking) the control. This helped me when I first started as well. The more fingers you have hovering over the brakes, the less you have in contact with the handlebars.

  • @EmilyHorridge
    @EmilyHorridge 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Haha I went back to DH racing this summer so I could do Masters DH World Champs.. I was not reminded why I stopped (although I haven't forgotten).. the 10 year break was well worth it. Had a great time at all of the races (even Crankworx Innsbruck which was way too hot) and proper got the bug back. 😀

  • @thatsSoAndimal
    @thatsSoAndimal 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    those pre race jitters are the best !!

  • @ianfurqueron5850
    @ianfurqueron5850 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice! Looks like Powder has stepped up their game since the last time I was there.

  • @trolltv3722
    @trolltv3722 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    28:00 was kinda expecting you to land on the back of the excavator :D

  • @jkjcluff
    @jkjcluff 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    "Yo is that skills with Phil?" Ahahah phil: " well that was reclusive" 🤣

  • @stumpy25lbs
    @stumpy25lbs 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loving these videos - incredible talent!

  • @mtbville
    @mtbville 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Solid run man 💪 sick video 🔥🤙

  • @Palehorse99
    @Palehorse99 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    22:40. Phil and boys lookin like they are about to ride Hell Track.

  • @Jackosurf88
    @Jackosurf88 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just a "Pleasure Cruze" Good Job Phil!

  • @seb3629
    @seb3629 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Holy shit man you were sooo fast i think i didnt blink a single time watching you

  • @TheGrayWolf81
    @TheGrayWolf81 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    20:58 that was insane!

  • @zinkypicking2910
    @zinkypicking2910 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Friend of mine went OTB on the bridge jump during his race run and fractured one of his vertebra. That thing is dangerous.

  • @goodpools
    @goodpools 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow! You’re so fast!

  • @maxoteri6320
    @maxoteri6320 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    “Yo is that skills with phill?” “Eeeuuuuuuuwahhhh😩😩😩”

    • @Sully_Zak
      @Sully_Zak 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      4:05 😂😂

  • @gstpierre69
    @gstpierre69 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Phil is this shot on the hero 10? The consistency of the exposure and white balance is incredible. Some of the best footage I’ve seen yet on a helmet cam

    • @SkillsWithPhil
      @SkillsWithPhil  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yup. And the video i posted before this was also filmed on the hero 10! Goes to show it works great in good lighting but with bad lighting, it still looks awful. :P

    • @gstpierre69
      @gstpierre69 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@SkillsWithPhil I just learned the hard way shooting my first wedding that lighting is everything. Killed two flash batteries and then was stuck using the lights in the venue :(

    • @chrick8eightyt140
      @chrick8eightyt140 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Phil, where exactly is the camera mounted? Thanks. Chris

  • @mahennaiker5072
    @mahennaiker5072 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done great race💥👌

  • @thebikeguys6874
    @thebikeguys6874 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice video phil

  • @tatumpeiffer3763
    @tatumpeiffer3763 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    12:16 that’s me In front!

  • @philipjohnson8444
    @philipjohnson8444 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love early morning races.

  • @JSxxxxxxx
    @JSxxxxxxx 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the videos Phil - it’s definitely helping progress my mtb …
    With the music/copyright issue - you could always mute the video completely in those clips and over dub voice or royalty free music to save trying to preserve the original dialogue
    Anyways it’s all good 👍🇦🇺

  • @Burlehmangus
    @Burlehmangus 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Damn that run from 20min on was brutally aggressive

  • @SouthernGntlmn
    @SouthernGntlmn 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yeah Phil!!!

  • @davidschram5016
    @davidschram5016 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I don't think I caught the "this is why" part...looked like you had a good time and rode well. What am I missing?

    • @theGiver3
      @theGiver3 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same, I thought landing on the bridge was dope as hell

  • @simonschlender8368
    @simonschlender8368 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That cracking noise is maybe a broken frame my friend also had this problem on his GT Force and it was a crack near the headset i would recommand to remove the fork and the bearings and keep an eye on it!

    • @SkillsWithPhil
      @SkillsWithPhil  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nope, definitely not cracked. I've ridden the bike a bunch in the mud and haven't gotten back around to regreasing the headset which you should periodically do but it's also easy to overlook.

  • @jimjigga
    @jimjigga 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Which gt dh is that, navy with yellow lettering from one of the guys

  • @topspot4834
    @topspot4834 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    F that place 🤣😂 was there a few weeks ago. Cracked helmet ($300), broken crank ($350) and handlebar ($100) ... Normally I wouldn't buy expensive replacement parts, but just got an X01 build so wanted the original ... Next time I'll rent or just won't go.

  • @lukesadler6830
    @lukesadler6830 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why do you always laugh when you fall hahahaha 😂😂😂😂😂. It’s so funny. Great vid btw

  • @Friskee62
    @Friskee62 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was great...🤘

  • @SoifDeGrip
    @SoifDeGrip 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Phil! The creaking sound may come from the contact between your stem and handlebar! Add some grease and it's free of annoying sound! Cheers

    • @SkillsWithPhil
      @SkillsWithPhil  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I greased the headset when i swapped the cranks, and the creaking went away :)

  • @ridingwithpat7251
    @ridingwithpat7251 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That guy who moaned was a legend

    • @gregorieo9690
      @gregorieo9690 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That was my friend lmao he got 3 in the enduro that night his names Ollie, fucking legend that man is

  • @tomassanesson902
    @tomassanesson902 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So cool 🤘👍❤

  • @Tripppaniwozik
    @Tripppaniwozik 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Are you going to mountain creek race?

  • @marcelloc395
    @marcelloc395 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    4th place on an enduro, single crown bike is unbelievable. On a DH bike no doubt Phil would've won, and had he kept racing from 2015 onwards we'd be looking at a World Champ.