Val di Sole Qualifying - UCI World Cup 2012

Jun 2, 2012 at 8:12
Jun 2, 2012
by Ian Hylands
 
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It's going to be an interesting race tomorrow, in qualifying today Aaron Gwin and Emmeline Ragot both were fastest by almost 8 and 7 seconds respectively. Is that a sign of things to come or were others holding back? Check out the times below, and be sure to come back tomorrow morning to watch the race live on Pinkbike at 5:15 AM PDT.

Gwin absolutely flew down the track.

Gwin absolutely flew down the track.


Both number two riders had something to prove coming home seconds ahead of the other qualifiers.

Both number two riders had something to prove, coming home seconds ahead of the other qualifiers.


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118 Comments

  • + 76
flag hoolydooly (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:15)
 Come on Sam, PLEASE!! I still believe in you....
  • - 21
flag Devinallan000x (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:30) (Below Threshold) show comment
 lol gee and cam mccaul, always seem to be getting 4th.
  • + 35
flag hoolydooly (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:36)
 Well Sam is in 5th, this post is about Sam not Gee and Cam McCaul is a Freerider... So im sorta missing the link between my post and your comment.
  • + 27
flag yeahbro (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:47)
 He just wanted to be at the top of the page.
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flag Gimpie7 (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:52) (Below Threshold) show comment
 me too.
  • + 10
flag hoolydooly (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:56)
 Yeah i know, but i thought pulling his comment apart would be more fun than just letting it fly.
  • + 4
flag hoolydooly (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:57)
 You know what, f*ck it. Lets all be at the top of the page. tup
  • + 5
flag hoolydooly (Jun 2, 2012 at 9:00)
 Jokes, farrrkkk off.
  • - 2
flag Nkevin90 (Jun 2, 2012 at 9:02)
 Peaty too!
  • + 8
flag ibeaver (Jun 2, 2012 at 9:34)
 hoolydooly I'm sorta missing the link why you be commenting on your comments.... PLEASE! I still believe in you....
  • - 2
flag hoolydooly (Jun 2, 2012 at 9:48)
 That makes two of us.
  • + 5
flag tail-whip (Jun 2, 2012 at 10:18)
 GO steve dislocated finger minor set back for him
  • + 12
flag HeyImConor (Jun 2, 2012 at 10:43)
 Come on Sam Reynolds!!!
  • + 1
flag fssphotography (Jun 2, 2012 at 10:58)
 Aaron thinks he can still go faster......wow.... www.i-mtb.com/aaron-gwin-dh-2012-qualifying-interview
  • + 4
flag kaibrabo (Jun 2, 2012 at 11:24)
 YEAH RICHIE!!!!!! Fastest Junior! 11th is Solid!!
  • + 1
flag jclnv (Jun 2, 2012 at 11:35)
 Come on Paul Bas! You can do it!
  • - 3
flag JubaBabaci (Jun 2, 2012 at 11:54)
 But this isn't a DJ?!
  • + 1
flag bikounet (Jun 3, 2012 at 3:44)
 Damn... A few years before, you would have seen Sam on the top with the same kind of time than Gwin...
  • + 2
flag hoolydooly (Jun 3, 2012 at 4:07)
 It's Paul Bass you fuck-wit. If you're going to make a joke spell his name right.
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  • + 35
flag tekko (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:24)
 Beaumont 1 sec ahead of Gee... could this be the race where he breaks out of the Atherton family shadow for GT Race team??
  • + 7
flag chilli06 (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:51)
 I hope so Big Grin
  • + 17
flag IanHylands Mod Plus (Jun 2, 2012 at 9:07)
 That only can happen if you consider him to be in the "shadow" to start with. Having won the World Cup here in 2010 I think he should be one of the favorites...
  • + 18
flag dingus (Jun 2, 2012 at 9:26)
 I think he's referring to the way that Marc has been portrayed by the GT team branding and press release... i.e. on the team logo there are only 3 silhouetted people instead of 4.
  • + 2
flag the-mountainbart-experience (Jun 2, 2012 at 10:39)
 yeh it's still team Atherton. Not Team Atherton.... and Marc Beaumont.
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  • + 27
flag HeyImConor (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:35)
 So glad for Marc, proving he doesn't deserve to be the "adopted atherton"
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flag t4bz (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:28)
 wow! gwins new 40s definitely don't have grease ports, they must have rocket boosters instead.
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  • + 12
flag caradock (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:32)
 Steve Smith?
  • + 3
flag betsie Plus (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:36)
 DNF
  • + 2
flag yeahbro (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:37)
 I heard that he DNF so I hope hes not hurt.
  • + 3
flag devo123 (Jun 2, 2012 at 9:24)
 DNS* dislocated finger
  • + 2
flag dingus (Jun 2, 2012 at 9:29)
 Dislocated his finger in practise today so he's resting it for tomorrow.
  • + 3
flag hen7 (Jun 2, 2012 at 9:47)
 can someone please explain how qualifying works? If Steve doesn't qualify, then how can he race tomorrow? Why lay anything on the line if qualifying only affects the order in which you race? I'm confused.
  • + 5
flag bottomley (Jun 2, 2012 at 9:51)
 top 20 are protected in quali
  • + 2
flag hoolydooly (Jun 2, 2012 at 9:53)
 Just got word on facebook.

"Unable to do my qually run today due to a dislocated finger in practice this morning. Hoping it will be decent for tomorrows race. We'll see."
  • + 3
flag Mishtar (Jun 2, 2012 at 9:57)
 Don't they also get points towards the overall championship for their qualifying runs?
  • + 3
flag David-S (Jun 2, 2012 at 9:57)
 Protected = gets to race regardless of qualifying position or attendance.
Why qualify? - points earned count towards overall standings. Also, serves as a practice run with a bit of pressure against the clock with a (in theory) clear course in front of you.
  • + 6
flag conv3rt (Jun 2, 2012 at 10:08)
 smart move by Stevie. Rest it today, rip it up tomorrow.
  • + 1
flag applewhat (Jun 2, 2012 at 13:38)
 Common Stevie, you've got this!
  • + 1
flag spoonyman (Jun 2, 2012 at 19:00)
 I think the protected riders have to start their qualifying run to get a race run. Pretty sure they can ride out of the start hut and duck straight under the tape. This is why Steve bothered to start his qualifying run.
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  • + 7
flag getonyourbike (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:20)
 Who said that Gwin wasn't very good on steep, techy tracks last year? lol It looks like he's just seriously rapid everywhere.
  • + 4
flag hoolydooly (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:23)
 Who said that. He did well last year with a massive crash...
  • + 7
flag scottrallye (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:24)
 Whoever said that should instead have said "Aaron Gwin is so god-damn smooth that it looks like he's going slow, on steep, techy tracks. And almost everywhere else."
  • + 2
flag getonyourbike (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:26)
 There were a few nay-sayers, I'm not just imagining it.
  • + 5
flag betsie Plus (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:35)
 PMB over and we hit the real Dh.... Gwin is a machine.
  • + 1
flag fullbug (Jun 2, 2012 at 9:16)
 Johnny T must have a secret method for Eli and Aaron. Aaron's gotta be on a moto regimen workout. I think gwin was 9th in the speed trap so you know he's still holding back. Gwin is scary rapid.
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  • + 10
flag Gravis7 (Jun 2, 2012 at 9:18)
 Richie Rude killin it!!!
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  • + 7
flag yonyon1231 (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:16)
 I'm still waiting for Sam to claim the win like he almost did back in 2008
  • + 7
flag Kapricorn (Jun 2, 2012 at 9:09)
 there's no motivation for sam to pull out the stops like he did back in 2008: this aint world champs. I'm a huge fan of his, but after the last two seasons of injuries, i'll be happy if the boy can focus on fitness, and ease himself back into his awesome self.
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  • + 7
flag Operator1997 (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:14)
 Gwin is killing it! 7 seconds over Minnaar :O
  • - 1
flag lollex (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:17)
 True.
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flag scottrallye (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:26) (Below Threshold) show comment
 That's because the United States is seven seconds more-awesome than the rest of the planet. Gwin is just making sure everyone knows it Razz
  • + 72
flag hoolydooly (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:43)
 America is actually 16 hours behind Australia.......
  • + 1
flag jojotherider1977 (Jun 2, 2012 at 9:44)
 We're just giving you a headstart. Big Grin
  • + 6
flag hoolydooly (Jun 2, 2012 at 10:50)
 And its going to take you about 250 million years to catch up. Thats when Pangea will form again and we'll be running roughly on the same time.
  • + 2
flag fssphotography (Jun 2, 2012 at 10:58)
 www.i-mtb.com/aaron-gwin-dh-2012-qualifying-interview
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flag anastaputra (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:52)
 what happened w Mick Hannah ????
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flag DBomberMan (Jun 2, 2012 at 11:27)
 my thoughts exactly. Hes waaay faster than that time.
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  • + 1
flag paulskibum (Jun 2, 2012 at 11:49)
 Who's streaming the race day stuff this year - I assumed it was going to be on the Redbull site like South Africa but cant see any indication they have it showing this weekend. Anyone know where it can be found? Links please!
  • + 1
flag paulskibum (Jun 2, 2012 at 11:50)
 Ha - looked again and found it - www.redbull.com/en/bike/stories/1331574649064/live-uci-mountain-bike-world-cup-in-val-di-sole
  • + 1
flag IanHylands Mod Plus (Jun 2, 2012 at 11:52)
 It will also be here on Pinkbike tomorrow AM 5:15 PDT
  • + 1
flag SeanC1 (Jun 2, 2012 at 12:45)
 If I go to Pinkbike at 5:15 am to watch it, are you already going to have a big headline up announcing the winner?
I believe this happened last time . . .
  • + 2
flag IanHylands Mod Plus (Jun 2, 2012 at 13:05)
 We'll have the post up or at least a link to it in the next few hours, that way you can bookmark it and not have to go to the home page. Results will be posted as soon as they're received, so if Red Bull does the same thing and delays the women's coverage then the results will be posted on the home page before it's shown on the "live" feed, however we won't be putting the results in the headline.
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  • + 4
flag Y0sh1 (Jun 2, 2012 at 9:25)
 Obviously some guys are holding back. Times will drop and Gwin'll get a run for his money I'm sure.
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flag HellslayeR (Jun 2, 2012 at 15:55)
 Strange, Aaron Gwin would come down 2x and still would have 39 seconds when the last guy (slowest) reaches the finish line. This means Gwin would come down 2x and he could eat his food in the Hot Seat while watching it Big Grin. No offense, i was just thinking a bit.
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  • + 1
flag Downhill340 (Jun 2, 2012 at 9:47)
 Love the way WC racing is unpredictable. Keeps you on the edge of your seat till the very last moment till you know who the winner is. .....really hope its Sam though
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  • + 3
flag southwestdh (Jun 2, 2012 at 10:03)
 bernard kerr in 12 good lad
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  • + 3
flag ianbrit18 (Jun 2, 2012 at 11:49)
 If gwin wins I will eat my bike
  • + 3
flag dirtbagluvin (Jun 2, 2012 at 14:22)
 What toppings are you gonna have?
  • + 1
flag cholla (Jun 3, 2012 at 7:15)
 waiting for a picture here of you eating it
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  • + 3
flag vroomvroompartystarter (Jun 2, 2012 at 10:49)
 Maybe Gwin was holding back too....? :O
  • + 1
flag thedeathstar (Jun 2, 2012 at 11:48)
 Didn't you hear? Gwin always holds back.
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  • + 4
flag drivinjoe (Jun 2, 2012 at 11:06)
 Where is Graves?
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  • + 1
flag kurt63 (Jun 2, 2012 at 12:18)
 aaaa what is matti doing in 74th ? I was hoping for him to be in top fifteen so he can get some self esteem back and be in the top again.
Go Sam go !
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  • + 1
flag cholla (Jun 2, 2012 at 12:16)
 Gwin, get greasy breaks again... hopefully his mechanic 'll keep them in this condition for the race day... GO GWin!
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  • + 2
flag goober6801 (Jun 2, 2012 at 9:25)
 Get well CG your the MAN!!! Gwin is Ripping...
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  • + 3
flag milkfountain (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:31)
 COME ON NICK BEER
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  • + 3
flag freeridefish (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:19)
 C'mon Beaumoooontt Big Grin
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  • + 2
flag MattMatt55 (Jun 2, 2012 at 9:09)
 Remi taking 5th in qualify..nice!!!
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  • + 1
flag cesalec (Jun 2, 2012 at 20:33)
 What? Did Stevie Smith crashed? Isnt he starting tomorrow? (or almost today in europe¿s time)?
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  • + 1
flag irishqueb1 (Jun 2, 2012 at 14:57)
 interesting! in the men category, the four first run with a Fox fork and 5 th marzo!?!
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  • + 1
flag lemusdh (Jun 2, 2012 at 12:31)
 at what time will pinkbike post a link of the race
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flag IanHylands Mod Plus (Jun 2, 2012 at 12:40)
 Coverage starts at 5:15 AM PDT or 2:15 PM CEST
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  • + 1
flag primodog (Jun 2, 2012 at 9:38)
 Pinn it to win it Sam ! you could do it
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  • + 1
flag tedii (Jun 2, 2012 at 9:03)
 Smith dislocated his finger in practice.
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flag goober6801 (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:17)
 Yeah Gwin, Looking fast.. Win for the Gwin!!!
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flag neimbc (Jun 2, 2012 at 12:26)
 OH c'mon! 7.6 seconds! That's unbeatable - Minnaar can not pull that time back. Gwin will need a crash at that gap.
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  • + 1
flag slanham (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:15)
 4 Brits in the top 10. Lets hope it stays that way tomorrow!
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  • + 1
flag syava26 (Jun 2, 2012 at 12:54)
 Blenki lose again;( Aaahhm...
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  • + 1
flag neimbc (Jun 2, 2012 at 12:59)
 What happened with Brendog?
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  • + 2
flag socalshreder (Jun 2, 2012 at 11:23)
 Hope Sam does well
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  • + 1
flag cvand (Jun 2, 2012 at 10:12)
 Anyone know what happened to Mullaly?
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flag xxxxJMxxxx (Jun 2, 2012 at 11:31)
 g WIN
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flag RedShadow (Jun 2, 2012 at 10:22)
 show some F*CKN VIDEOS ALREADY FFS
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  • + 1
flag ianbrit18 (Jun 3, 2012 at 10:50)
 Well I have to say gwin was fast where is the ketchup
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flag Sir-Dirty-BIker (Jun 2, 2012 at 14:59)
 COME ON FAIRCLOUGH....SMASH IT SON!!!!! RIDE IT LIKE YOU STOLE IT
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  • + 2
flag Liamcrook (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:27)
 Where's carpenter?
  • + 1
flag betsie Plus (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:36)
 Shoulder injury, pulled over after leaving the gate.
  • + 1
flag five-10 (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:37)
 rolled out of start gate and took gondola back down, injured shoulder
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flag jojotherider1977 (Jun 2, 2012 at 9:45)
 does he still get points for starting, but not finishing?
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flag five-10 (Jun 2, 2012 at 9:54)
 i dont think so, as she didnt qualify in a points position
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flag spoonyman (Jun 2, 2012 at 19:07)
 She is a protected rider, so if she starts her qualifying run, which she did, she gets a race run tomorrow. I know the top 20 men are protected in this way, I don't know how many women...
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  • + 1
flag mentalz (Jun 3, 2012 at 2:01)
 Gwin is so fast..
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flag starcbiker (Jun 2, 2012 at 17:04)
 blenki back in the mix!
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flag reinholds Plus (Jun 2, 2012 at 9:59)
 I still would bet my money that Gwin won't win, but it seems that I might loose this time Razz
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flag dingus (Jun 2, 2012 at 10:14)
 What is your logic behind that?
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flag reinholds Plus (Jun 2, 2012 at 10:32) (Below Threshold) show comment
 If you ask about why Gwin won't win, it's because he's isn't pushing his 100%, while Greg is, therefore crashing or doing mistakes. If Greg will pull it together, he'll be faster then Gwin. It's like in MX championships, there are those who calculate points, and ride always in safe zone, and then there are those who are all out, crash, win etc. Don't get we wrong, Gwin is f*ckin quick, I'll never ride as any of those guys, but I favor Greg and few others because of their crazy nature and style. That is what bit CG back, but that is what it's all about. It's my opinion, and its not meant personally.
  • + 7
flag alexisfire (Jun 2, 2012 at 10:47)
 So wrong....
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flag danb396 (Jun 2, 2012 at 12:43)
 Greg is one of the last people I would say has crazy riding..
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flag neimbc (Jun 2, 2012 at 13:27)
 I'd agree with you in principle reinholds, but the top riders will tell you, the points awarded at quali can make the difference between 1st and 2nd at the end of the year. Greg is not wild - so much experience - he is perhaps the smoothest flowing rider out there. The top guys are all going for it now. If at the end of the season, no one has a chance to move up, then they might think twice about sitting comfortable and not risking injury.
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flag reinholds Plus (Jun 2, 2012 at 15:00)
 Right, I agree. Sorry for being such a gibber, was at work, didn't put much thought in it, and sometimes envy kicks in. Greg is smooth, but he is still taking a lot of risks while riding. Well again, they all are freakin crazy on what and how they do, I just admire and hope that one day I'll be able to do 100s part of it... Cheers!
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flag spoonyman (Jun 2, 2012 at 19:05)
 I wouldn't say Greg is crashing/making mistakes often... I think he's only missed 2 world cup podiums, in the last 3 years!
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flag alexisfire (Jun 2, 2012 at 19:42)
 Greg takes less risks than just about anyone else out there. Which really says a ton about how good he is.
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flag jclnv (Jun 2, 2012 at 11:38)
 Apparently Greg's pedal fell off and he still got second. Nuts.
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flag thewho07 (Jun 2, 2012 at 8:54)
 Minnaar crashed!
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flag neimbc (Jun 2, 2012 at 12:26)
 Did he?
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