Video: Fast Forrest

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p2abels0n (Jul 1, 2013 at 12:47)

Ride, Forrest, ride!

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Lilshredman (Jul 1, 2013 at 14:04)

Darn it, I was going to put that!

dhftw1231 FL (Jul 2, 2013 at 4:50)

From that day on, if I was goin somewhere, I was riding.
"Forrest gump reference for the unlearned people"

norcofox (Jul 2, 2013 at 7:08)

what trail waas that filmed on? really nice and fast kid

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burnbern (Jul 1, 2013 at 11:31)

Some days I ride and think "man, I was flying today". Nope, I definitely was not... Dude is fast...

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scott-townes (Jul 1, 2013 at 19:25) (Below Threshold)

Yeah on some pretty smooth trails that look perfect for an AM rig, haha. Put out some footage of him on some tech and steep! If he's as fast as it appears (setting a course record by 3 seconds???), it'd be way more entertaining seeing him in some rugged terrain.

By the way, original riding style which is always refreshing to see.

pspoons (Jul 2, 2013 at 7:53)

The trail he set the new race record on is tech in some parts so

johnnytbouvier (Jul 2, 2013 at 8:12)

I agree with @scott-townes. I don't think he was trying to condescend Forest, cause he's definitely an inspiration. I agree that it would be cool to see him ride on some techy stuff as well as smooth, just to get a different perspective of him as a rider.

scott-townes (Jul 2, 2013 at 18:03)

Well hey, at least one person was smart enough to understand what I was saying! Haha, I think people are too negative-minded on this site...

johnnytbouvier (Jul 3, 2013 at 6:57)

Yeah, agreed.

finnrambo (Jul 4, 2013 at 21:38)

mach chicken isn't that techy... but forrest was on a xc bike the other guys were on dh bikes (most of them anyway) and beating jamie biluk isn't a small feat... I was watching forrest in practice and he was going scary fast though, seeing a dude leaned almost all the way over and sliding in a section that usually wasn't even a corner at average speeds is something I won't forget soon, very aggressive riding

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matt5311 (Jul 1, 2013 at 11:42)

I find it interesting that he looks forward to the nervous feeling before a race. I always think "oh shit I'm feeling a bit nervous" which makes me even more nervous because i've always heard they prevent you from riding at your best. spose i should just embrace them instead.

snyda (Jul 1, 2013 at 17:52)

Anxiety can actually be useful and beneficial if thought of as facilitative to your success; and not debilitative. Sport psych tip

ustemuf (Jul 1, 2013 at 17:57)

you need to understand the butterflies in your stomach is not nervousness, it is excitement. then you can slay the dirt.

snyda (Jul 1, 2013 at 18:47)

Its adrenaline which is going to make you ride faster,stronger, be more clearheaded and be more on point!

dmilet52 (Jul 2, 2013 at 2:35)

I get the butterflies when pulling in the parking lot of the more difficult variety of parks/trails. What's funny is if I'm with someone and mention it they're like "Nothing to be scared of". I always reply" Scared? Nervous energy is a good thing.". Adrenaline junkies usually feel the nervous energy. I like it; makes me feel alive.

listofdemands (Jul 2, 2013 at 5:31)

I love it too dmilet52 - can completely relate...

matt5311 (Jul 3, 2013 at 6:38)

I love the excited and stoked feeling I get in anticipation of riding, As I always ride well when I'm in a good mood. But when I feel fairly nervous, I tense up and my riding just falls to bits. The nervousness is normally set off by things like wanting to do well at a race or trying something new which is exactly the point at which I want to feel loose but in control rather than tense and anxious.

larryssman7 (Jul 4, 2013 at 8:56)

I don't rely on caffeine or food before races for my energy, since I know the nervousness before the race will give me adrenaline.

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bwholco36 (Jun 28, 2013 at 23:22)

I wanted more shot angles of Forrest railing that berm at 3:25

Haha 4 wasn't enough for me! Awesome filming and riding!

gingy-0 (Jul 1, 2013 at 18:19)

Rail Forrest RAIL!!!

Donodh (Jul 2, 2013 at 13:47)

POD

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marcoalves (Jul 1, 2013 at 13:17)

He's fast, way faster than me

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Tjswa341 (Jul 1, 2013 at 12:14)

I hope he still has that Batman bike....... such a gem.

Lilshredman (Jul 1, 2013 at 14:06)

Yeah, whoever his sponsor is, should really take that into consideration and make a downhill version of it!

neimbc (Jul 1, 2013 at 15:55)

If Batman had a DH bike no doubt the Bat Bike would be awesome!

a-r-c (Jul 1, 2013 at 13:48)

Good body position on the bike, nice disposition and he has finished 4th in his first elite race. Watch out for this guy, he's going places and fast!!

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limabean55 (Jul 1, 2013 at 15:37) (Below Threshold)

Tell this kid, he needs to meet me Jesse West. I am goin to crap on this kid sorry but I wasnt mentored by Mark Weir for no reason. Anyone can ride fast on some smooth ass fire roads. Tell the kid to grow some balls and learn to hit some more technical stuff.

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lobohusky (Jul 1, 2013 at 16:29)

PB, please delete this ^^^ troll already!!
Fully agree a-r-c.

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harrisonds (Jul 1, 2013 at 16:59)

obviously limabean55 hasn't ridden the Tremblant course, one of the roughest, least flowy, and challenging courses around. Placing 4th on a run that wasn't your best says something. You sir are an idiot.

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mazze (Jul 1, 2013 at 17:07)

Wow, so how did your first world cup race go limabean55?
I'm sorry for every second Mark Weir put into mentoring you unfavorable, socially incompetent toy.
I would enjoy seeing you catching a fist from Brett Tippie instead of being mentored by Mark Weir.

ButtonPusher (Jul 1, 2013 at 21:29)

i''m sure Mark is shaking his head right about now... he may have mentored your riding, but i'm guessing that the pompous a$$hole we're reading here is all you...

danonow (Jul 1, 2013 at 23:59) (Below Threshold)

@limabeen55 I was thinking the same thing.

lennoxrider (Jul 2, 2013 at 2:53)

good body position aye, but he needs to cork up those elbows before he takes some ones eye out

Broso FL (Jul 2, 2013 at 7:54)

It doesn't even show that you own a DH bike on your profile...

danonow (Jul 2, 2013 at 21:42)

ginger-wheels (Jul 4, 2013 at 10:26)

haters gonna hate

nickdzw (Jul 1, 2013 at 13:24)

so smooth.. its like he hovers just off the ground never really touching it

InflightReno (Jul 1, 2013 at 13:26)

Dude can corner

twozerosix (Jul 1, 2013 at 16:43)

Dude! Take a look at 3:30 where he goes through the transition between berms on his rear wheel. YEAH he can corner like a mofo. I like about 2:30 also where he uses that tree to bounce off the apex, hauling the mail with a cliff on one side.

That whole Sunshine Coast thing trips me out. Every time I'm driving north to you-know-where I look at all those islands and people getting on ferries and wonder what's going on out there. Rad sh*t like this!

CinderCone2010 (Jul 1, 2013 at 17:47)

I was thinking of buying a motorbike to get around quickly but I think I'll just get a backy off this dude and get there twice as fast! Wow!

kwilliams420 (Jul 1, 2013 at 19:09)

That sounds kinda dirty.

CinderCone2010 (Jul 2, 2013 at 14:27)

Us Brits think nothing of such banter.

bigandybikes FL (Jul 1, 2013 at 11:03)

I'm 16 and I thought I was decent. But now that I saw this I must be slow as a snail.

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anarchistx (Jul 1, 2013 at 13:02)

Dude, your only as fast as you believe you are. Get those 'slow as a snail' thoughts outta your head and just enjoy your riding, ride with older, faster people and you will get better. THere is always someone faster round the corner but EVERYONE can be beat........

Lilshredman (Jul 1, 2013 at 14:04)

anarchistx, thanks, now I THINK I can beat Brandon Semenuk...

captain-sandbag (Jul 1, 2013 at 13:47)

Doesn't even look fast until you see how much ground he's covering. So smooth.

Lilshredman (Jul 1, 2013 at 14:07)

The way the music meshes with his riding, UNMATCHED!!! Nice Edit, hope to see more from you Forrest.

norcal77 (Jul 1, 2013 at 14:15)

the road noise from his tires was so clean and consistent...the guy is light on his bike!

malathion (Jul 1, 2013 at 17:56)

He looks very disciplined in the gym too. Always cool to see a guy's training style in a vid. No doubt he'll be just as smooth a rider 20 years from now.

darrenpallatina (Jul 2, 2013 at 9:34)

I love how he is such a quiet guy. He's like a water pistol that fires 50cal explosive rounds. Quiet whilst packing a punch, I look forward to when he hits UK live

radiohead74 (Jul 1, 2013 at 11:14)

Wtf... He's freakin fast! Need to re-watch it to see it.

HHahn (Jul 1, 2013 at 17:53)

Very inspirational, great video, great story, GOOD LUCK!!

chyu (Jul 1, 2013 at 11:19)

My momma always said

cogged (Jul 1, 2013 at 13:08)

life is like a box of chocolates

Lilshredman (Jul 1, 2013 at 14:05)

for lilshredman to eat?

savmeister (Jul 1, 2013 at 13:13)

think he needs to bend his elbows & knees a bit more !!

Lilshredman (Jul 1, 2013 at 14:05)

Shut Up!

B-radlarson (Jul 1, 2013 at 18:44)

This guy can take corners like no other! Mad props to him and I can see him going very far.

JonnyWaWa (Jul 1, 2013 at 20:03)

Damn those Sunshine Coast dudes can just shred it up!

ButtonPusher (Jul 1, 2013 at 21:27)

such sick berm technique...

Mutzush81 (Jul 1, 2013 at 14:01)

He will have a history... I guess..

T-Martin (Jul 1, 2013 at 19:57)

vod

Earthman (Jul 1, 2013 at 23:01)

Can you tell me the music,please? Thank you!

jkocon (Jul 2, 2013 at 6:58)

Gemini - Graduation

abzillah (Jul 1, 2013 at 11:17)

Good luck and kick some ass!

flowyridestilltherestofmylife (Jul 1, 2013 at 12:37)

He really is fast. And commited.

kubike (Jul 1, 2013 at 13:07)

dorado 3 and nice trail, good luck man.

suddeth39 (Jul 1, 2013 at 14:01)

he can ride like the wind blows.

stefanfresh (Jul 1, 2013 at 15:18)

weid style, loose yet pinned nice

airsoftesneeto (Jul 1, 2013 at 18:05)

this guy inspires me

genius-lt-20 (Jul 1, 2013 at 20:45)

FAST!!!! THANX FOR SHARING!

conv3rt (Jul 1, 2013 at 23:15)

Yeah Forrest. Go get some.

rulezman (Jul 2, 2013 at 6:49)

DORADO IS THE BEST!!!........good man, good pick

zorba73 (Jul 3, 2013 at 20:43)

Good luck young fella. I'd love to see more Canadians on the WC circuit.

sam-chill (Jul 1, 2013 at 13:17)

DAYUM>

elwoodlear (Jul 1, 2013 at 13:57)

what tires is he running?

miff (Jul 1, 2013 at 14:32)

so lanky

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limabean55 (Jul 1, 2013 at 15:34)

Im sorry to be negative. But im gonna crap on this kid in champs. Anyone can ride fire roads. I can promise him the track isnt gonna be smooth straight trails and untechnical. Lets see you bitch out on some gnarly rock gardens or some steep rock drops. This kid needs to develop some more style. Pinkbike, I may be a cocky bastard, but ive been trained by the best and I promise you if they hit me up I would give them a great edit. Im only 18 and have already dominated my DH mentors. Contact me if you want a real gun ho edit. Not some kid riding fire roads. LMFAO I will see you in the champs kid

mikethebike27 (Jul 1, 2013 at 15:45)

Dude, get your head out your ass and listen to yourself...

limabean55 (Jul 1, 2013 at 15:52) (Below Threshold)

Your wasting your time kid. Your 16 and your photo is you on your crappy bike hiting like a 1 foot jump. Do you even have the skill level and racing experience to qualify for the championship or cup. Didnt think soo. Good luck with your none existing racing career.

freedjdh (Jul 1, 2013 at 15:56)

You're such a lima bean

mikethebike27 (Jul 1, 2013 at 15:58)

Damn lima, it hit me, I think I, and everybody else for that matter, should be more like you..

ButtonPusher (Jul 1, 2013 at 21:26)

i'm sure he can ride more than fire roads... not that it was even a fire road... wide yes, fireroad no... but i doubt this edit showed his full potential and ability on varied terrain... even if you can ride well, your horrible attitude will ensure that many-a-sponsor pass you by for other riders who are just as fast or close to as fast, but are good ambassadors for the sport...

JaseZ (Jul 2, 2013 at 1:10)

I'm going to laugh so fucking hard when this kid hands you your ass on a silver platter mate. Go Forrest You pinner!

finnrambo (Jul 4, 2013 at 21:47)

cmon limabean send me us your pro race results bud, are you sponsored? no didn't think so, people with your attitude don't get picked up