Video: The Making of Arrival Episode 2 - Rio de Janeiro

Jul 31, 2013
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Traveling down to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil was one of the most chaotic, but memorable experiences of our lives. We didn’t know what to expect from a place that isn’t well known for mountain biking; the only thing we were told was that it was considered a risky place to travel. We knew that if we were going to travel this far, we’d have to make it count. The decision to bring a high performance athlete like Stevie to Brazil was a no-brainer for all of us, and it shows in his segment.

Photo by Harookz

Before we even left for our journey, hurdles popped up around every corner while we tried to plan for the unexpected. Before we knew it, the day had come, and we were 30 hours deep and half way around the world in a completely new environment.

Once we landed, it was time to figure out logistics. While planning, we got an unexpected Instagram message from a local Brazilian named Caio Suzarte. This ended up being one of the luckiest parts of our trip. Caio had caught wind through social media that we would be visiting his home city of Rio de Janeiro, and he enthusiastically offered to help us while in the area. After a few emails back and forth, we planned to meet up and see what he was all about.

Photo by Harookz

The riding locations Caio took us to were incredible. Although the humidity made it feel like we were working in a sauna, we spent many hours digging and shaping new lines in the buttery dirt. The working conditions weren’t what we were used to, but the lines weren’t going to build themselves. When it came time to shoot, Stevie stepped up and showed what it means to be a professional athlete. It was hard enough just being in the heat, but riding and hiking lines to get the shots just showed how Stevie can perform in any condition. It was truly amazing to watch first hand.

Photo by Harookz

After taking a crash that put the brakes on filming for a couple of days, we all took some time to explore one of the most amazing cities on Earth. The culture and lifestyle were eye opening to say the least, and made us feel very humbled about the way we live in North America. There was a lot to take in and it is impossible to put into words how Rio affected us.

Photo by Harookz

Our next stop would take us inland to Ouro Preto, home of Bernardo Cruz. Bernardo won the first ‘Unofficial Whip Off Worlds’ in Whistler during Crankworx a few years ago, so we were excited to capture him getting sideways in the grassy hills of his hometown. Stay tuned for Episode 3 where we’ll take a behind the scenes look into this segment.

We would like to give a special thanks to Andre Sanches at Red Bull Brazil for all of the support he and Red Bull provided for us. Big thanks also to Caio Suzarte and Marcio Machado for all of their help during our trip.

Don't forget to check out the world premiere of Arrival on Friday, August 16th at 8:30pm in Olympic Plaza during Crankworx Whistler. Priority seating tickets are $5 and are available at Guest Relations or by calling 1.800.766.0449. Free seating will also be available beyond the ticketed seating area.

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  • 70 2
 I think its awesome that these guys aren't just focusing on the riding aspects but also including the cultural diversity there is around the world in different locations. It's moving to think, like old mate said, that even on our worst days, we've still got it pretty good; we still have our bikes to ride, our homes to live in and our friends to be with and enjoy the time we spend with them. Good on you guys for putting the effort into revealing some of these aspects that many of us may not really consider or think about in our day to day lives. Really appreciate the effort you put in.
  • 50 0
 I'm born and raised in Rio and have to admit you guys manage to show a pretty good glimpse of the reality of the city. The gap between classes is huge but in general people are very nice and friendly. Caio is definitely a good guide that knows all the cool riding spots in Rio. First time we met he was a 12 year old kid sending the biggest dirt jumps I had ever seen, it's awesome to see the guy shredding hard with the Coastal Crew. Looking forward to this segment in the finished film! Keep it up fellas!
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flag The-SINTRA-crew (Jul 31, 2013 at 2:18) (Below Threshold)
 And???
  • 32 1
 And.... what's the problem if Ricardo wants to share his story and comments? Mané!!!
  • 37 2
 Got norbs robbed in Rio?
  • 6 2
 At RIOmpage!
  • 4 0
 damn this comment was spot on
  • 2 0
 Im gunna go out on a limb here and say Norbs definitely did not get robbed on this one. Looked like a sick trip!
  • 20 0
 I cannot believe these guys came to the trails I ride very close to my home. Normaly at that time of the year I avoid riding these trails due to the heat. If I can´t tolerate the heat, imagine those guys, used to Canada climate. Nice to show to the world a litle bit of Rio de Janeiro.
The trails they rode were located at Praia do Perigoso and Vargem Grande.
I hope to wacth the entire movie soon !
  • 13 0
 Nice to see Stevie at Rio, wish I had the chance to ride with him...!

If anyone want to check out Caio and Marcio's work, here's their youtube channel: www.youtube.com/channel/UC8rYd24-qXGy2lgRuKg_LBQ
They're filming a project called Ride in Rio, and there you can watch some "making of" kind of stuff...
  • 3 0
 Thanks for sharing. Those were some awesome vid's
  • 12 0
 Saw a picture of Bernardo with Stevie here at my city in a trail I've been a thousand times before. Allmost couldn't believe it
  • 11 0
 brasilll porra!
  • 6 1
 You guys are nuts coming all the way out here... Only people who know what REALLY is going on in this country will understand what I am talking about
  • 1 1
 De fato. Levar bikes de mais de 20mil reais para um morro no rio deve ser tenso. Mas creio que o Caio conhece o pico e sabe o q faz. Não iria levar os caras para uma furada.
  • 3 0
 I live in Rio and I can tell you that this summer's heat was the worst I've seen in my lifetime. Most riders avoid riding in such days.

Shame you didn't get the chance to ride some of our DH trails. Rio has the biggest urban forest in the world (competelly surrounded by urban area), Floresta da Tijuca, which is packed with amazing technical DH trails like the Vista Chinesa but bikes are banned from the trails... check it out: goo.gl/maps/r82yi & en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tijuca_Forest
  • 6 0
 So rad, they're going to kill it with this one!
  • 3 0
 I was in 2010 with my girlfriend in Rio/ brasil for two weeks, it was a lost that i hadn't had my ride with me!! I hope to come back soon but with my bike!! I loved the brahma and the Garota De Ipanema-meat!! Haha!
  • 7 0
 Neato
  • 2 0
 É o Brasa minha gente ! Ladrão, maconheiro e puta existe em todo lugar neste mundo... Hipócritas os que vivem em seu mundo fechado e imaginário... Vamos curtir que a vida é curta !
  • 1 0
 It's not brazilian culture... it's just Rio de Janeiro Culture !!! In Brazil we have more trails and beautifull and clean and desert beaches !!! We have Florianopolis, the best place to make a DH tour here in Brasil, you guys were to the wrong place !! If you need more details call me !
  • 1 0
 that was so exiting to watch as I am a brazilian and I know the level of riding and filming of the costal crew and stevie! really looking forward to watch more of these guys in brazil!!
  • 1 0
 This was rad, cool to see what it is like in other Countries as well a the riding and overall culture, sucks about the heat and the humidity, crazy you guys got done what you got done, Props!
  • 3 0
 Stevie Smiths riding + the coastal crews camera work = Best footage ever
  • 1 0
 absolutely!
  • 4 0
 cant wait for the movie
  • 3 0
 Caio ta famoso hahahhahahah
  • 2 0
 Stevie Smith surely a down to earth guy....
  • 1 0
 So nice!
Great spots!
Good advertisement for prelude.tv (Caio and marcio) hahaha
  • 1 0
 it will be an incredible movie i'm sure
  • 1 0
 always with substance anthill/secondbase crew! keep it up
  • 1 0
 Hope you guys go to Gobi Desert.
  • 1 0
 this was an awesome edit!!!!!!!
  • 1 0
 Sweet cant wait for the final
  • 1 0
 this will be an incredible movie
  • 1 0
 Good Job guys! I am looking forward to see the all thing.
  • 1 0
 anybody knows what brand is the Steve Smith boardshort at 00.19???
  • 1 0
 Props to the video, can't beat a human point of view!! WAY TO GO!
  • 1 0
 NEXT STOP. ...V.A.L.P.A.R.A.I.S.O........!!!!!
  • 1 0
 Does anyone know the song at approx 7:12?
Cheers in advance
  • 1 0
 Well done!
  • 1 0
 Awesome!
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