Video: Road Bike Party 2 – Behind The Scenes Documentary

May 12, 2014
by Fraktiv  

As Martyn Ashton’s phenomenal road bike stunt riding film, Road Bike Party 2, approaches a staggering 10 million views, Martyn is pleased to announce the release of a 27-minute documentary chronicling the dramatic story behind Road Bike Party 2’s making.

Featuring in-depth interviews with Martyn, Chris Akrigg, Danny MacAskill, and film maker Robin Kitchin together with behind-the-scenes footage, outtakes, and anecdotes, the film is an emotional insight into the story behind Road Bike Party 2 and the aftermath of the life-changing accident that failed to derail it.

Road Bike Party 2

Martyn has been genuinely overwhelmed by the support he and the film have received:

bigquotesThe journey through making this video was full of incredible highs and desperate lows. Somehow we made it happen and the end result is something we can all be proud of. I think this look behind the scenes shows just how much hard work and energy went into getting it done. It also shows how much fun we had, the laughs and crashes too. It's crazy but it was the best of times during the most desperate of circumstances.

Martyn is even more determined for his career and the party to continue and, although, Road Bike Party 2 is his last ever two-wheeled riding film, you’ll be seeing more of Martyn on the Global Cycling Network (GCN) presenting, producing, and making many more entertaining and inspirational films.

So stay tuned for Road Bike Party 3...

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34 Comments
  • 77 0
 I have been watching Martyn for years and he is even more of an inspiration to me now then ever before. A true legend who has given so much to the sport!
  • 9 1
 here is the link to the video, enjoy it is truly incredible!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhabgvIIXik
  • 6 0
 Three humble humorous heros to be seen in this video. I salute to these gentlemen and their work.
  • 43 0
 Humbling. Great documentary
  • 12 0
 It was so incredible and really shows the difficulty behind every scene. His outlook after the injury and Danny/Chris stepping up to finish his last ever bike project is really inspiring. I didn't realize before that it was also the first road bike with disc brakes! What a legendary edit and all the best to recovery.
  • 4 0
 What an amazing guy!
  • 24 0
 It amazes me how Martyn stays positive even after the accident. You can see during this interview how much he misses old life and riding a trial bike. It must be so hard for him, yet he never gave up. What a character! I'm truly inspired!
  • 20 0
 Wow what a great video, made me want to cry a bit, paralysis has to be the biggest fear for any extreme sportist. Stay strong Martyn.

I am shit with charity stuff normally but this genuinely motivated to donate to wings for life, the charity he mentioned.

www.wingsforlife.com
  • 15 0
 Trials stunts on a road bike, quite clearly shows its not the bike it is the rider's skills Get out on your beat up bike and make it happen!!
  • 9 0
 Unbelievable Martyn, just what ever you do, don't stop being so positive! Your a role model for me and i'm sure a great deal of other riders. And yeah, im watching that space... really looking forward to seeing what your gonna do next!
  • 6 0
 i actualy had a lump in my thought, but a big smile on my face from his optimism ,i have met martyn twice now, it was mbuk tour brighton in 1999 got a pic of me and him ,then at bike 2000 i took it for him to sign it ,him and martin hawyes ,both legends .
  • 5 0
 Excellent work - and best wishes to Martyn and all his family, this is life changing stuff for him - but, he is still riding, albeit on a hand bike, but he aint slowing down for noting or no one

Love Chris and Danny - Chris is so full on Yorkshire Smile - no need for all that fancy crap - just get on w'it

Gear video, great riders, and, if you fo get chance just donate a few quid www.wingsforlife.com - every little helps
  • 3 0
 What an amazing documentary/vid! Inspirational is a word that is often over used, but this truly is! Amazing to see such a positive outlook. It was the MBUK sponsored 'Tricks and Stunts' video with the two Martin's back in the day that originally got me into biking all those years ago.

A true legend of the sport.
  • 8 0
 Truly inspirational
  • 3 0
 What an amazing guy, I didn't really know too much about him before the crash, just 'of' him, but seeing this just shows what an amazing guy he is to have such a great attitude despite the crash, he is a pretty inspirational guy. Hats off to you man!
  • 4 0
 I enjoyed this as much if not more than the actual video! I love these guys and I'm heartbroken for Martyn but glad to see his tremendous positivity and support. Best of luck to the future!
  • 5 0
 Amazing courage and strength. inspirational and a true hero. wasn't going to ride today but now how can I not
  • 4 0
 Unbelievable how positive and optimistic he was after suffering such a life changing accident! Inspirational to say the least
  • 3 0
 I even broke out my road bike today in honor of Martin's awesome example. Now if I only could ride half as well as him. ;-)
  • 1 0
 f*ck me, he's permaf*cked à la Stephen Murray?!!!! I thought he had recovered & made RBP2 afterwards. So both he & Akrigg have had recent, major life threatening accidents. Frown I hope this isn't a sign that D-Mac's is comin'.

3 of the raddest dudes ever. Not just raddest bikers, but raddest DUDES!

In an unrelated case of awe, Shift makes tighties?

Stay strong brah, 3 of my all time top drawer heroes all in one right here, innit?
  • 3 0
 what a flipping bloke you are!! and good luck with the rehab and all future plans.
  • 2 0
 Could tell that "that Scottish bloke" was happy to be put in some nut hugging shorts!

Spaaaandex.... I'm wearing SPAAAANDEX!!
  • 4 0
 Really, really amazing stuff and all the best - they will find a cure
  • 2 0
 Very well made video, It's great to see how positive Martyn is in such a tough situation. Also is really cool to see how much effort goes into these videos. Great job!
  • 3 0
 honestly what an amazing guy! a true hero in my mind!
  • 3 0
 Amazing come back! Your a hero man!
  • 2 0
 Always respected Martyn as a hero of our sport, and he's elevated to even higher levels, absolute legend
  • 2 0
 Martyn really is such an inspirational person!
  • 2 0
 And I thought I HATED roadies.
  • 2 0
 You're a hero! Prayers and vibes to you and your family man.
  • 2 0
 its insanely awesome!!!
  • 2 0
 Lovely stuff
  • 2 0
 Such an inspiration!
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