Video: Elevation - Elements of Perfection

Sep 24, 2012
by WhistlerMountain BikePark  
The Elements of Perfection video series went bigger and better this summer, and we saved the most exciting installment for last:

ELEVATION drops in at over 7000 feet, showcasing the Top of the World alpine trail on the Peak of Whistler Mountain.

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For the first time ever, the Peak Chair on Whistler Mountain opened for mountain bikers this summer and made the dream of riding the alpine a reality. The Elements of Perfection team and riders went all out for the final video of the series and the result is as unique as the ride.

The only thing better than riding Top of the World is riding Top of the World with a heli chasing you.
The elevation opened new doors for filming and a heli was brought in for unique aerial coverage of the entire trail. Photo - Mark Mackay

Goldstein working in money light.
Fall riding in Whistler is some of the best of the year and this year was nothing short. Day after day of clear skies and warm temperatures gave the crew ample opportunity to film when the light was at its best. Photo - Mark Mackay

Downtime antics
The first few days of filming weren't the greatest as clouds rolled late in the evenings. It a least allowed for some fun and creativity. Photo - Mark Mackay

Although Top of the World is now closed for the season as we wait for the snow to fly, there is no doubt that its return in 2013 will be even more anticipated than the last.

For more information on the Peak Zone and Top of the World, check out the Peak Zone web page.

Credits:
Whistler Mountain Bike Park - www.whistlerbike.com
Goldstein Productions - www.goldsteinproductions.ca
Starring Whistler Mountain Bike Park Team riders Peter Matthews and Berend Boer.
Photography by Mark Mackay - www.markmackayphotography.com

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71 Comments
  • 71 0
 Holy shit. That shot with the sunset roost was amazing.
  • 28 0
 I am at half mast over here
  • 10 0
 I love Whistler! Best place in the world! Love these videos too!
  • 17 0
 This is Mountain Biking. Hairs stood up watching this..
  • 3 0
 great edit. must get back there.
  • 4 0
 the guy in back was schralping those berms
  • 3 0
 only in whistler do they have a heli to film a promo vid!....love the place!
  • 1 0
 this.....is......the best movie i have ever seen. i am so lucky to be able to ride there.
  • 33 0
 i like it how they are riding this trail on two totally different rigs. I guess it shows that this trail can be fun for everybody.
  • 23 5
 Nice vid and trail 'n all, but I hate the way that people smash berms as soon as a camera is pointed at them. And groms see this and think it's the way to ride. Smashing berms makes Baby Trailbuilder cry.
  • 3 0
 And then the berms have to get re-built with pavers and 3/4 minus all over the fricking place and you no longer even feel like you're trail riding, just cruising down a long gravelly BMX run.
  • 3 0
 Couldn't agree more - there needs to be a 'you smash em, you fix em' type of rule. Although in pausing it at 2:42 . . .it does look awesome!
  • 3 0
 Also, it's my understanding that you don't need to 'smash' berms. Putting a little extra loose dirt on it before the shot and tapping the rear brake hard should have the same effect - pretty sure that's what was done here.
  • 6 2
 ^ You might be right, but that's not what everyone is going to copy. Same as braiding, people do it in videos, everyone catches on and starts doing it then soon the trails and forest start to look a mess. People who make videos need to be aware of the influence it has. All of us strive to ride to a level we see in these vids, and the video makers need to adopt some social responsibility in that regard. I don't mean to rag on the video makers, they do an awesome job and the riders are great, but things like this leave a mark. I don't have a problem with anyone doing anything on or to a trail, as long as the person doing it can and does fix it for the next person.
  • 14 1
 love how the enduro guy keeps throwing dust into the sunset
  • 5 0
 And how he can keep up with a DH rig.....
  • 3 0
 it's not the bike it's the rider
  • 11 0
 OMG!!! That is... that is SOMETHING!!! VOD, VOW, VOM, VOY.... and whatever left!
  • 13 0
 VOL = Video of Life!
  • 2 0
 Totally amazing I just came back like 3 days ago such amazing bike park. Not to mention the great filming
  • 7 0
 someday,somehow i will go to the whistler and after that let me die
  • 1 0
 "Top of the World" trail was the first trail my wife and I rode on our honeymoon this August. It's absolutely incredible, and this video really captures the contrast of the alpine singletrack opposed to the rest of the downhill park. Amazing.
  • 1 0
 A lot of people ragged on TOTW when it first opened. I was glad to ride it a couple of times and it just got better and better as more and more sections opened. It's one of my favorite rides in whistler.

But screw you guys for releasing this video JUST as it closes. Jerks. Wink
  • 1 1
 I have to thank Duncan Mainland and Richie Schley for taking me to the peak a couple of years ago before the average person could go, it was a unique experience to say the least.... But that was before this trail was built!!! Can't wait to come back! That was a wicked vid!
  • 3 0
 Drop something?
  • 3 0
 I could watch this video for hours... the best production about mtb I ever seen
  • 1 0
 We are having VOD for sure. It's more like VO?, but if the last picture is real I think this is just an unbeatable POD. Truly amazing! Damn, I want to ride my bike right now so badly.
  • 4 0
 well that was rad
  • 1 0
 What camera have you used in the action scenes??
I mean, the scenes were we see the handlebar and the trail. One of the best action filming i've seen!!
  • 2 0
 One of the best videos i have seen. Took me back to when i was up there 5 weeks ago Smile
  • 2 0
 rode it yesterday , perfect weather..........so nice!!!
  • 1 0
 From the bottom of my heart, to all you guys who slave over these trails that allow me to do this... thank you, so much. Thanks for another great year whis..
  • 2 0
 Im sure 100% that this video will be a VOD tomorrow !!!
  • 1 0
 or today in my case
  • 1 0
 This reminds me of the film "I am Legend", trying to get away as it slowly becomes darker..
  • 2 0
 "great job!GIANT 2013 SIMPLY THE BEST!
  • 1 0
 Ayajsidgshjawtauaisgagajacagaj....sorry just cleaning the jizz off my keyboard
  • 1 0
 Yet Another Amazing Production From Whistler! They have yet to let us down! Cant wait for more!
  • 1 0
 honestly one of the best videos i have seen!! cant beleive the season is coming to an end
  • 1 0
 was für ne geileaussicht manda hat das is einfachnur geil da runter zu brettern Wink
  • 1 0
 Sick video! I don't think the music suited it though.. I felt like I was watching Baraka, or The Lion King..
  • 1 0
 Berends roost at sunset is the best frame I have seen in forever! DECLINE cover photo! POD MOD
  • 2 1
 fuck,fuck,fuck,fuck !! this is just fucking amazing !! i just can't stop watching this fucking video !!
  • 1 0
 Just rode this yesterday - amazing trail! Hopefully it doesn't get bombed out as well, as only 120 ppl aloud on it per day.
  • 1 1
 I really think the footage is great, i just thought the saoundtrack was more apropriate for some romantic video, the video demanded something greater =)
  • 1 0
 i ride this trail 2 weeks ago ,its great ride when you take (ride d,ont slide)at the end of (top of the world).
  • 1 0
 See You next year Bikepark! Ill miss you! See you in like a month and a bit Snowboarding!
  • 1 0
 where can I Download this Video? Just Awesome Those Guys should make a Movie!
  • 1 0
 Heaven on earth........

Shame it wasn't open when I visited in July but there's always a next time. Smile
  • 1 0
 Nice song, Nice video!! BIG LIKE!
  • 1 0
 OMGWTF THIS IS SOOOOOOO EPIC!!!!!!!!!!!!
  • 1 0
 I can't quite put it to words, but this just makes me happy inside...
  • 1 0
 excellent video, the song ...awesome!!!
  • 1 0
 Hell ya..hope there is more to come!!!!!
  • 1 0
 That looked like soooooo much fun!! Come on the next season!!!
  • 1 0
 very well filmed guys :p keep it coming...
  • 1 0
 I will go there before I die.
  • 1 0
 crazy wheel deflection at 2.42.. weird. TOW - superb experience.
  • 1 0
 Another item added to the buckef list; think I'll do it next summer Smile
  • 1 0
 haha *sun sets* "Crap, now how do we get down the mountain"
  • 1 0
 Giant reign 2 enduro?
  • 1 0
 非常好。
  • 1 0
 E.P.I.C.
  • 1 0
 Wow. Just, wow.
  • 1 0
 Heaven!!!
  • 1 0
 oh my god
  • 1 0
 That, last, shot. Wow.
  • 1 0
 I love this vid so much.
  • 1 4
 music?
  • 2 0
 Written at the end of the video.
  • 1 3
 ok







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