Despite not being as steeped in riding history as Barcelona - and certainly without the incredible Mediterranean weather - there are plenty of hidden gems waiting for those willing to have an explore around the back streets of Wales' capital city. Thanks to Ali 'Ali C' Clarkson's diverse riding background he was able to make the most of them whether it's a fallen tree in a leafy park all the way through to substantial roof drops.
Living in Cardiff and recognizing 95% of these spots really makes me appreciate how impressive this riding is. That roof drop at the Wharf is massive. Big props.
So nice to listen to the tires and freehub moving around instead of that constant squeal of the rim-brake.
Great quality film and the riding was off the hook!
Shimano tried to increase modulation, and gave up a little stiffness, and lots of durability for heavy wheel locking style finger pulls. I hate their new levers for power, compared to the blockier, longer lever m810.
Just remembered, Ali Danny and Duncan are all riding for magura now, which after riding alis bike I have to say they're the bast brakes I've ever used. Just so darn expencive
Was it in the original Earthed? Think I've seen pretty much all of that series apart from the original one (ironically enough because I only saw them while I was living with Ali, and I'm not sure he still had the DVD for that one) - crucial gap in the knowledge there...
I've seen pretty much all of those spots, yet didn't even see the lines let alone half consider riding them. Ridiculous skill
Tidy butt.
You know that Peter Griffin face when he's on the sidewalk with the skinned knee? I did that face at 3:21. Shin got lucky there.
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