Video: Morrison and Smith in Whistler 2012 - A Local's Guide
Whistler. International melting pot. Mountain biking mecca. Host of Crankworx—where for ten days livers will scream for mommy, while riders from around the globe gather to compete for glory and beaucoup stacks of cash. Beneath the spotlight, around the darkest corner, doubled-over behind the dumpster… local flavor still hangs on here. Their secrets have remained mostly locked and guarded. Until now.
Hi. I'm Ian Morrison and I guess you could call me a local. Dropping into Whistler during Crankworx is often too much for even the most seasoned vets. So I thought I’d do my pal Stevie a favor and show him how to survive the mayhem before the shit gets real. Here’s a run-down of how it all goes down, Whistler style:
• One dumbo is never enough at Sushi Village.
• Stopping in the middle of the trail is not a brilliant thing to do. I don't want to run into you and you don't want to be run into by me.
• Midday is not the best time to ride. But it is the best time to hit the beach and enjoy the “scenery”
• I'm not trying to piss you off, you're just going too slow
• The common myth of nothing cures a hangover. Feed the beast some Zogs Poutine to get you back on the bike for another day of riding.
• Yes, the GLC is right at the base of the mountain—making it awesomely convenient. It also contains the four food groups: babes, beer, burgers, and buckets.
• You might think no one notices that you haven't showered in three days. Fight the funk and shower... with soap
• Just because you have a human kinetics degree doesn't mean you should tell people how to ride a bike.
• Long hair is an aerodynamic advantage. (It's math. Don't question it.)
• Visors are meant to be put in the highest position. Without question it will make you a better rider.
• Support local shops, you might spend a few extra bucks but at least it'll be done right.
• The wildwood is not that good for breakfast. Don't be mis-lead.
• A single isn't an acceptable amount of booze. Doubles or bust.
• Your feet will stick to the ground in the clubs, get drunker, you won't notice.
• The speed limit is there to be broken and please stop driving slowly in the passing lane you are making everyone hate you… not just me.
• Bring your own Espresso machine, because real coffee in Whistler does not exist.
• If you end up underground at the end of the night, there is a 90% chance you are not riding the next day, you have reached the point of no return.
See you soon.
Is this the best Whistler video yet? What's your favourite from this season?
Hi. I'm Ian Morrison and I guess you could call me a local. Dropping into Whistler during Crankworx is often too much for even the most seasoned vets. So I thought I’d do my pal Stevie a favor and show him how to survive the mayhem before the shit gets real. Here’s a run-down of how it all goes down, Whistler style:
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• One dumbo is never enough at Sushi Village.
• Stopping in the middle of the trail is not a brilliant thing to do. I don't want to run into you and you don't want to be run into by me.
• Midday is not the best time to ride. But it is the best time to hit the beach and enjoy the “scenery”
• I'm not trying to piss you off, you're just going too slow
• The common myth of nothing cures a hangover. Feed the beast some Zogs Poutine to get you back on the bike for another day of riding.
• Yes, the GLC is right at the base of the mountain—making it awesomely convenient. It also contains the four food groups: babes, beer, burgers, and buckets.
• You might think no one notices that you haven't showered in three days. Fight the funk and shower... with soap
• Just because you have a human kinetics degree doesn't mean you should tell people how to ride a bike.
• Long hair is an aerodynamic advantage. (It's math. Don't question it.)
• Visors are meant to be put in the highest position. Without question it will make you a better rider.
• Support local shops, you might spend a few extra bucks but at least it'll be done right.
• The wildwood is not that good for breakfast. Don't be mis-lead.
• A single isn't an acceptable amount of booze. Doubles or bust.
• Your feet will stick to the ground in the clubs, get drunker, you won't notice.
• The speed limit is there to be broken and please stop driving slowly in the passing lane you are making everyone hate you… not just me.
• Bring your own Espresso machine, because real coffee in Whistler does not exist.
• If you end up underground at the end of the night, there is a 90% chance you are not riding the next day, you have reached the point of no return.
See you soon.
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grind 1 cup of oatmeal to powder in a bean grinder, put it in a glass, add a scoop of protein powder then mix with milk , drink it.
afterwards, drink orange/mango/apple juice/beer - a simple carb that'll get the complex carbs (oatmeal) and protein into your system fast and give you energy immediately. repeat every 3 hours.
a banana is a good idea to top the meal off, and a V8 if you need salty.
you can put the oatmeal and protein powders in a ziploc bag and carry it with you , using water instead of milk if you have a bottle handy.
total cost: about $2.00 . health benefits: you will become immortal and never have issues with needing to take a dump at weird hours in dodgy bathrooms (i.e., your bowel movements will become as regular as clockwork , your stools will be firm yet soft and your ass will thank you after hours on the saddle)
f*ck yeah it is!
This rider took then chicken line at the end instead of the steep ramp to a weird, and rather large drop.
jk.
I love that "chundery" little section they rip into around 1:14...although I doubt Id like it very much on anything BUT a big bik ayee. Still looks fun and "swoopy" with ots of speed to carry to get you over the roots.
I can't believe its been 6 years since I was in last in Whistler with a bike to ride. I gotta get back up there. I'm always going to BC to see family and I hardly ever get to bring my bike with me.. LAME
AWESOME VIDEOOOO!!!!!!!
clicking all nigth long.....
what's the song? good one!