and i wanted to leave a super creative comment which should have expressed my gratitude to the makers because its so enjoyable to watch. after reading your comment i can only give a thumbs up to yours! ;) cheers
Reminds me when Danny macaskill started training with the Athertons...(just not as bad, sorry Adam ) Pro racers are insanely fit.. People have no clue. This video really shows the difference .good job pinkbike and keep up the good work Adam!
Loving these videos! A) it shows how much fitter Pros are then the average sparetime mountainbiker B) it shows how much can be done, e.g. improving mobility
Excellent series. Not only does it show what a privateer can do if given top support but it also show just how much the pros go through and what they need to be able to do.
This is a great idea and v enjoyable viewing! I'm already willing The Privateer on to give every last Watt, every last ounce of concentration & be totally single minded to the 'N' th degree until he finally evolves to become the 'complete elite'. He's living the dream & not just for himself but for all of us dreamers, wannabees, mightabeens & nearlymen out there watching on willing him to succeed ... C'mon boy, do it for us all...! Shakkers 🇬🇧
This series is brilliant, really in to this and sort of makes me think about my own fitness, id love to have my mobility tested, After hearing his results I'm pretty worried!
Would be interested in doing a mountain bike tailored program, although it seems my local gyms aren't really equipped with the knowledge of the specific needs
1800 watts is very high - pro road bike sprint power, except those guys do it after riding 100+ miles. I would say that Adam has a very high potential.
As a roadie those guys gotta calibrate their power meters. Maybe just maybe they both have massive sprint power that would put them head to head with pro road sprinters, but I don’t buy it. Very very few road racers will ever hit 1800w.
This really opened my eyes in regards that I really should do more diverse stuff than just biking. My body needs more flexibility and core strength, and I'm not getting that only from biking. Swimming could be a good start right? I don't enjoy gym stuff enough to make it a habit but swimming might be a nice compromise.
nhf but for this guy im a pro and realisticly pros are way way better than i'll ever be, i have no idea how this dude based on his fitness managed to race at ews before this training prep
there are 400 riders in any given round of an ews. you can be in the top 5% of your locals and race in an ews you might not get top 50 -150 but you can still do it
Just wanna put it out there that the FMS and mobility really have no correlation with performance or injury in any sport they've been tested in. I don't think it's ever been tested in MTB though. Still entertaining, though!
Hi, the obligatory Concept 2 rower owner here opining on rowing technique...but Adam’s technique is crap. If the coach told him how to row properly (maybe the coach doesn’t know ?) he would improve his splits/wattage numbers with the same effort/stroke rate.
How can someone who wants to "make it" can say with a straight face, to any coach for that matter, that you have a stamina, cardio and upper body weakness without thinking about it for too long and furthermore not jumping the gun with a good self introspection as to how pi$$ poor that is? You have a dream, we all do, but, at least it seems from this little segment, that you have been very delusional as to what it would truly take to achieve that dream. Now i am sure we all noticed from episode 1 that Adam wasn't in shape at all (i am not in shape either). you don't need a gym and fancy equipment to get trimmed and fit : run, drink water, drop the booze, drop the sparkly crap..etc..there are millions of videos, blogs about this, the problem is that it is a pain to do it, it requires a very strong mental discipline and the willingness to stick with it for a long time to see the results. Adam is a nice guy, but that's the problem, he is exactly that : a nice guy. Re episode 1, who gets all kitted up like this and looks and sounds as plain as Adam did? He doesn't seem to be a killer, someone out to exact revenge on the world who dealt him such a "bad hand", someone who is trimmed to the bone and just waited for that opportunity to explode and climb up the ladders of MTB racing. No, and that's not sad or bad, that's very real. Most of us (myself included) would love this opportunity...from the safety net of our office and coach at home. The reality is vastly different and the amount of effort and sacrifices necessary far outweigh the "free gear / cool gear / cool life" that nearly all of us think this is all about. I wouldn't be surprised if the overall result is moot, however i hope the gives it all, throwing up after every exercise, every run, keeps to his diet religiously etc..etc...because unless he does this, this exercise is not really a reflection of what it does take to make it "the next level"
After spending an hour looking at the surface of someones life you have the right to say he doesn't really deserve this, because that is what you're saying. Because he is trying to be composed he doesn't deserve any of this? They are showing you exactly the truth, without all of the help and resources that top pros get, most people couldn't compete at their level. How about be stoked for the guy that you know nothing about instead of acting like you're so much better, because that's it right? You should be getting all of this, you work so much harder at everything, you were dealt a shittier hand in life.
Episode 3 is out now --> bit.ly/2ug3qVx
I don't know who's idea it was to do this special, but If I ever get to meet them I'm buying them a beer! So entertaining to follow!
and i wanted to leave a super creative comment which should have expressed my gratitude to the makers because its so enjoyable to watch. after reading your comment i can only give a thumbs up to yours! ;) cheers
This is the best reality series I’ve seen. His bike skills must be sick if he was keeping up with the elites without the fitness.
This is rad. Can't wait to see how he does at the races!
The coach guy is BRILLIANT! Didnt pull his words saying how bad he was on the first session and very encouraging now.
Reminds me when Danny macaskill started training with the Athertons...(just not as bad, sorry Adam ) Pro racers are insanely fit.. People have no clue. This video really shows the difference .good job pinkbike and keep up the good work Adam!
I have no clue how I didn’t see this series when it first came out. This series is incredible!
am i late or something...
Loving these videos!
A) it shows how much fitter Pros are then the average sparetime mountainbiker
B) it shows how much can be done, e.g. improving mobility
Plus it's worth considering that Adam mountain bikes A LOT too. The Pros are insane - Paul
Adam is well past an average rider lol.
Waited so long for this ! Epic idea
Excellent series. Not only does it show what a privateer can do if given top support but it also show just how much the pros go through and what they need to be able to do.
I love this series! Hopefully it will be back for 2019 as well
Just a great concept with a likeable star in Adam.
Can’t wait for another episode, keep up the great work guys..
Congrats PinkBike for the initiative! Probably every person’s dream, in a series. Again, congratulations!
Really hope the release schedule picks up had to wait so long for this! Been looking forward to watching this series
It's been a few weeks for sure, but the next one should be quicker - Paul
This is already one of the best series I have ever watched, on TH-cam, on TV, anywhere !
This is the most entertaining series on TH-cam for the mtb community.
This is brilliant. So helpful for all the people trying to up their game at their local enduro races!
Beyond pumped to stumble upon this series!
That’s the weird thing, he looks like a fast rider. I hope the PT really helps.
Kick some ass Adam! This is an awesome series.
I wonder what his training plan is. I'm kind off curious about that.
Kind of secret between Todd and Adam unfortunately! - Paul
Cannot get enough of this series. 👏👏👏👏 pinkbike
Good going ADAM...good luck...✌✌✌😊😊😊
I am really enjoying this series ! please more episodes !
Doing it for Mr Average! thank you!
"How high you can go"
"That's it"
"Woooooooaaaaauuuuuuu"
🤣
This is a great idea and v enjoyable viewing! I'm already willing The Privateer on to give every last Watt, every last ounce of concentration & be totally single minded to the 'N' th degree until he finally evolves to become the 'complete elite'. He's living the dream & not just for himself but for all of us dreamers, wannabees, mightabeens & nearlymen out there watching on willing him to succeed ... C'mon boy, do it for us all...! Shakkers 🇬🇧
Good luck Adam I am rooting for you. Looks like you're on the right track already!
Really fun to watch and see the plan and everything develop, God work Adam!!!!
This is such a great series. Bring on episode 3
Love this kind of stuff. Let us know what power zone they suggest staying in during liaisons. I’ve never heard anyone talk about it.
I envy those landscapes. I wish I had access to some of those trails and roads to ride
You will only get better dude. Stay Motivated !
I waited so long for this
@pinkbike When will the next one come out?
Fitness levels are shocking! Can’t wait to see the improvements Dude
This series is brilliant, really in to this and sort of makes me think about my own fitness, id love to have my mobility tested, After hearing his results I'm pretty worried!
Been waiting for this!
This is excellent! Production quality meets or exceeds anything you’d see from the big cable tv networks.
Fantastic series! Can't wait for the next episode
Great video. I hope Adam is going to be able to do the EWS in Finale Ligure and race against GMBN’s Neil Donoghue! 😃
This series is awesome
Missed episode 1? Check it out here: www.pinkbike.com/news/getting-a-pro-contract-and-new-bike-day-the-privateer-episode-1.html
i would love to see an episode where you get suspension set up by a place like vorsprung.
Really shows how overall body strength and fitness is required for top cycling performance.
wooo can't wait to see the race day!
Awesome series can't waut for the next one!
more please!
I hurt myself watching him do PT, that's how out of shape I am.
Love this series!
Would be interested in doing a mountain bike tailored program, although it seems my local gyms aren't really equipped with the knowledge of the specific needs
great series ! keep it on
So good and cool to watch
Keep em coming this is great
Awesome series! Love this stuff.
Love seeing this!
So pleased I found this
this is cool, making dreams come true and creating a very interesting insight..🤙
This morning such a good episode
Great video series
1800 watts is still pretty high?
It's very, very high! - Paul
1800 watts is very high - pro road bike sprint power, except those guys do it after riding 100+ miles. I would say that Adam has a very high potential.
That's over 2 hp
As a roadie those guys gotta calibrate their power meters. Maybe just maybe they both have massive sprint power that would put them head to head with pro road sprinters, but I don’t buy it. Very very few road racers will ever hit 1800w.
He's gonna be so fast when he gets his bio mechanics working well.
This is badass!!!
Going luck. You've got the bike handling skills. Get the fitness and who knows how well you could do.
where is episode 3 ?can't wait to watch it!
Out now!
Guy sounds like brendog
Please pb make gym routines for us!! We want to improve our selves!
Where can I purchase a training program similar to this?
when will we see episode three???
Out now!
whens the next episode
When’s the next one out??
How much training does one need to ride downhill?
A lot
I'd really like to go through physical tests like this to see how my mobility, power, stamina, etc. is.
Whens the next one coming? I love this
Out today!
Pinkbike sweet!
54 nightshifts in a row! Hahah sick
When do de see the s1e3??
Out now!
Thought this was a breaking bad prologue 😂😂😂
Wow super trainer !
ooh bud i really want that Sram hat
This really opened my eyes in regards that I really should do more diverse stuff than just biking. My body needs more flexibility and core strength, and I'm not getting that only from biking. Swimming could be a good start right? I don't enjoy gym stuff enough to make it a habit but swimming might be a nice compromise.
This is the best idea, secretly wish they’d of picked me to fund though
But is he better than mike??
Mike actually beat him on this test when he did it last time - Paul
nhf but for this guy im a pro and realisticly pros are way way better than i'll ever be, i have no idea how this dude based on his fitness managed to race at ews before this training prep
there are 400 riders in any given round of an ews. you can be in the top 5% of your locals and race in an ews you might not get top 50 -150 but you can still do it
Damn. I need a trainer
👌
I need help
Now i see why a 50mm rise bar...
54 days of nights?... Welcome to the real world! Ha ha
Sign me up please and make an old man's dream come true! Can you take this old body and get it on the podium? Let's go!
Just wanna put it out there that the FMS and mobility really have no correlation with performance or injury in any sport they've been tested in. I don't think it's ever been tested in MTB though. Still entertaining, though!
what training has he been doing, fatigue on liaison between stages jesus he has fuck all power too
He could not row or use the ski machine but good luck to the guy
Hi, the obligatory Concept 2 rower owner here opining on rowing technique...but Adam’s technique is crap. If the coach told him how to row properly (maybe the coach doesn’t know ?) he would improve his splits/wattage numbers with the same effort/stroke rate.
Lol my hamistring mobility is way worse then that lol
Jeeez this guy is zippy as. Wish I was him
Bruh is so out of shape for shredding so hard. Should ride more trail... less downhill :P
How can someone who wants to "make it" can say with a straight face, to any coach for that matter, that you have a stamina, cardio and upper body weakness without thinking about it for too long and furthermore not jumping the gun with a good self introspection as to how pi$$ poor that is? You have a dream, we all do, but, at least it seems from this little segment, that you have been very delusional as to what it would truly take to achieve that dream. Now i am sure we all noticed from episode 1 that Adam wasn't in shape at all (i am not in shape either). you don't need a gym and fancy equipment to get trimmed and fit : run, drink water, drop the booze, drop the sparkly crap..etc..there are millions of videos, blogs about this, the problem is that it is a pain to do it, it requires a very strong mental discipline and the willingness to stick with it for a long time to see the results. Adam is a nice guy, but that's the problem, he is exactly that : a nice guy. Re episode 1, who gets all kitted up like this and looks and sounds as plain as Adam did? He doesn't seem to be a killer, someone out to exact revenge on the world who dealt him such a "bad hand", someone who is trimmed to the bone and just waited for that opportunity to explode and climb up the ladders of MTB racing. No, and that's not sad or bad, that's very real. Most of us (myself included) would love this opportunity...from the safety net of our office and coach at home. The reality is vastly different and the amount of effort and sacrifices necessary far outweigh the "free gear / cool gear / cool life" that nearly all of us think this is all about. I wouldn't be surprised if the overall result is moot, however i hope the gives it all, throwing up after every exercise, every run, keeps to his diet religiously etc..etc...because unless he does this, this exercise is not really a reflection of what it does take to make it "the next level"
Hahahaha you're an idiot
M S hahaha hahaha no you are an idiot
After spending an hour looking at the surface of someones life you have the right to say he doesn't really deserve this, because that is what you're saying. Because he is trying to be composed he doesn't deserve any of this? They are showing you exactly the truth, without all of the help and resources that top pros get, most people couldn't compete at their level. How about be stoked for the guy that you know nothing about instead of acting like you're so much better, because that's it right? You should be getting all of this, you work so much harder at everything, you were dealt a shittier hand in life.
@@RageForSeven Who hurt you???
I may be 15 but I am way more flexible than Adam haha sorry my dude
2000 watts from a not track athlete I call bullshit
I'm 48 and my mobility is way better than him, it's something you can exercise at home so no excuses.
But he’s not an elite athlete is he?!
WT F was that squat? how does he a ride a bike and cant squat more then 3 inches?? LOL