Video: Pro Level Enduro Racing In North America - The Privateer Episode 5

Jul 31, 2018
by Pinkbike Originals  

Adam hits up the North American Enduro Cup in Idaho for his biggest enduro yet. Schwalbe are a partner of the event and support the Privateer all weekend. Have the gains started to show in his results? Let's see...

You probably won t see this combo of brands on one bike - what do you think of it
Guiding this machine to his best result yet.


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114 Comments
  • 193 2
 As part of the pinkbike community i insost you change the thumbnail to that of Adams head and shoulders. Please and thankyou.
  • 10 1
 Insist*
  • 7 1
 I second this!
  • 7 12
flag zion-i (Jul 31, 2018 at 10:24) (Below Threshold)
 I really don't get it, what are you onto?
  • 7 1
 haha excellent
  • 22 1
 If only there was a shoe review on the 4th article would line up perfect
  • 121 1
 I'm disappointed we didn't do that in the first place. Check the homepage. Smile
  • 20 0
 I'm fucking dying here, its actually hilarious.
  • 7 1
 @zion-i: On the front page the top three news articles make a "full person".
  • 2 0
 @brianpark: bahahah! Nice!
  • 14 0
 Pinkbike community, you are beautiful people.
  • 3 0
 So perfect! Well done FatalityBMX... well done sir.
  • 1 0
 Bravo! @brianpark:
  • 2 0
 they did it hahaahahahahahaahah
  • 2 0
 fricking hilarious! Lolards
  • 2 0
 I think we need one more post here... maybe something about new shoes model ???
  • 5 1
 amazing. So simple yet so satisfying! Thanks pinkbike!
  • 2 0
 ITS HAPPENIIING!!!
  • 2 0
 Haaaa that’s great. Adam should take a screen shot and print pics for the rainbow inspiration(one for the gym,desk,top tube,ceiling)
  • 2 1
 What am I missing here?
  • 2 1
 nevermind I see it now! Hah! To all the others wondering, the two articles on PB following have a torso and legs and it looks hilarious!
  • 4 0
 @jameswb:
There Is a Light That Never Goes Out
  • 1 0
 @brianpark: Appropriate use of time! thank you. Smile
  • 42 1
 Can I be the next Privateer? Here's the pitch... Ok, we've taken a somewhat above average rider and given him the support he needed to become a world beater... now... we're going to take a 41 year old father of little kids with a serious #DadBod who's a little, shall we say, slow? And turn him into a world beater!!

**Childcare will need to be arranged... as well as salary, pension, vacations days, car payments and mortgage payments... thanks.
  • 5 0
 No money or effort can achieve that Razz
  • 1 0
 Only if you are friends with the Wal-Mart guy in Arkansas. Maybe move the family there and whisper in his ear.
  • 33 0
 Best series since Brandan did Life Behind Bars
  • 26 0
 Great series. The Yoann Barelli segment should be a bunch of fun.
  • 4 0
 Ya, looking forward to the next episode.
  • 20 0
 Idaho! I see the fastest local rippers (who I consider to be insanely fast) at least ten spots behind Adam, so that means to a mere mortal like me, Adam is REALLY fast.
  • 19 0
 Adam has a solid technique and style on the bike. Riding position is on point ! I like watching that a lot.
  • 6 0
 Dude can really ride. Very well done series, cheers
  • 9 0
 This show is amazing PB, we are all rooting for you Adam! These episodes are so good that I have to make a brew beforehand. Keep smashing it!
  • 7 0
 So much fun there! You were 10% faster than me and it shows on video. Great riding.

I saw you come out the bottom of stage 10 to end the race, bike sounded a proper shopping cart.
  • 9 0
 Good stuff - good series - looking forward to Yoann 'Dees guy's looooose" episode.
  • 10 0
 Best thing on the internet this year
  • 9 0
 I said it before. This guy can ride. One thing: cheer up a bit mate. It will help.
  • 2 0
 I love the clip where he's rolling out in the morning and says, "bye" to the camera. It made me think of a nervous little kid going off to school. lol
  • 6 0
 Love the series but Adam needs a pre-ride coach, orca videos really? Razz

I mean whatever works but especially because he wasn't feeling super confident at first and emphasized his 'lack of plan' might mean he could benefit from some more race-day coaching/support in addition to all the non-race-day support.

Maybe get him loose with some stretches/body-weight exercises, put on some metal tunes and get some classic motivational speeches going! And the "I ate more today" comment means there's probably room for improvement on nutrition side.
  • 3 0
 Nothing screams confidence like free diving with orcas.
  • 6 1
 It's been stated by a couple folks in different ways, but I feel like he is a hot mess of a rider still. It's obvious that emotionally, he's more of a wreck than his talent should allow.

Is he always self deprecating the whole time or what? Any way to get him a mental coach to give him some points to work on prior to his next race?

Saw where Yoann is gonna give him some stoke next episode, but dang, he needs a swift kick in the ass at the race. Sure it's pressure to have to film all this and have all eyes on you worried about your results, but worry about what people will think AFTER you fail.

I'm applying right now! ;D
  • 20 0
 It's called being British
  • 1 0
 @BeardlessMarinRider: Other than Danny Hart? Smile
  • 7 1
 Being in front of a camera is a whole other skill set that requires practice and discipline for the majority of people. He seemed confident yet easy going when he was up here.
  • 2 1
 @Silvermt: Did I view the video through the wrong window then or is the video a different optic?
  • 3 0
 i kind of like the raw emotion. He may just be really competitive or truly disappointed
  • 3 0
 @bizutch: I would just say that in person he didn't seem to handle himself differently than the rest of the pack. He seemed as confident as anyone else in person, but as it comes through in the segment, I get what you're saying for sure. That course had most of the field wondering if they had ridden well enough to be where they wanted.
  • 4 0
 It was a really hard race, that had most people hanging their heads at some point. I think most racers could use some sports psychology if they want to get really serious. I was a course sweeper, and I was mentally shattered!
  • 1 0
 @Rhymer: makes sense
  • 4 0
 I'm really hooked on this series. I kept checking for a new episode all week, like, "come on guys, ugh". You know, that "why can't I binge watch this show like Netflix feeling", lol. Well done on this and can't wait to see Adam kick ass.
  • 5 0
 Actually he ended up being 8th...holymoly ...very impressive!! docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/4e90f6_5ac4ba78b16741cdbeebdb82bfb8a745.pdf
  • 3 0
 It’s a great result, from always mid field to 8th is something to be proud of.
  • 3 1
 Can we see power or heart rate data from the race? I remember seeing adam climbing transfers quite quickly and I wonder if that contributed to his result in a positive or negative way.

If you want a non race oriented write up of silver mountain, this race (NAEC), or Kellogg ID head on over to
cyclingtrivialities.weebly.com
under the racing tab theres a bunch of photos and details on trails (including off resort), food, fishing, and hangout spots.

Well done on the race bud! Some world class talent out there for the round.
  • 3 0
 Adam was actually right at the back of the pro category, in fact at some points we wondered if he'd made it clean down some of the stages!
  • 6 1
 Episode about tyre choice. Makes no mention of the tyre choice. Apart from that brilliant series!
  • 1 0
 Yep just Soft and Super soft....I was thinking of giving MMs another go, and would like to hear why he thinks they are 'amazing' beyond getting the hookup from Schwalbe....
  • 13 1
 The choice was made after the 3rd turn pretty much - ultra soft Magic Marys in DH casing. Adam also put on a fresh set of tires for the 2nd day.....just because that's what pros can do!
  • 2 0
 True. Also, sponsor "sh-val-beh" must be over the moon to be rebranded to as "Sh-wal-bee" in North America Wink Smile
  • 3 2
 @paulhaysom: ...but i thought he was a privateer? Wink
  • 1 0
 @paulhaysom: Just starting out racing this year, so this stuff is super interesting for me. Just a curious question for you. Do you think new tires for each day really makes a difference? Can't have worn them down very much? But after years of following Formula One where certain compounds, though they may be able to last a certain number of laps (say 15), have a "magic" number of laps where they work at their best (say laps 2 through Cool . Is it similar to mtb tires/compounds? Like after they wear down a couple mm's how much of a percentage of grip is lost?

Also what width of tire is he running? Any inserts? Cushcores?
  • 1 0
 It looked like a Hans Dampf rear. Of course, Magic Mary front. Both with DH casing and Addix Soft compound.
  • 2 5
 @islandforlife: No, fresh tires don't make a difference unless they are abraded or compromised from previous use. Some would say that use tires roll better and are more compliant (wear and fatigue) but the practice of new tires is also a practice of wasting money.
  • 2 0
 @BeardlessMarinRider: That's what we call it Stateside. Shwalbee -is that so wrong? "Sh-val-beh" in perfect German sounds a bit pretentious, like a gringo saying "Ennnnnchilaaaaaadath" when N-chill-adas will do.
  • 1 4
 @paulhaysom: duh, you realize we can all put on fresh tires (might require a air compressor, tools and a Benjamin), but only sponsored riders go through tires regardless of condition.
  • 3 0
 How Cool! There was a clip of Adam chatting with Noah Catropa, one of our fast local pro boys from southern oregon!! Nice kid , i went on a group ride with him once a couple months ago. Get it Bear Bait!
  • 3 1
 Cool series, but on an even cooler note it's amazingl to see that one of our Development Team riders, 15 Year Old Johnathan Helly would've made it into the top-ten in the Pro Category. He's just havin' fun and it's such a treat to see that he would've placed with the best of them!

Maybe the next series will follow some seriously fast groms!?
  • 1 0
 Great kid, great family. Nice to see them make it down here. And hopefully he gets some support next year.
  • 3 0
 Adam's story is more relatable I think. Guy with a job given a chance to have top level support. Maybe the groms get a chance on the next series.
  • 1 0
 @Bike078: you got to remember Adam has raced for the last decade and at the EWS level.
  • 4 5
 How about we calm the f*ck down with the groms? This series is fun cause most people relate to it. Having groms instead will turn most people off as they already have all the exposure and support they could ever dream for. I mean, your program is a prime example...
  • 3 0
 Video Series Concept: An adult athlete's family dynamics are altered to receive the unconditional love and support a grom gets - the mom shuttles at races, the dad coaches and willingly drives several hours every weekend to races, dad pays to ensure bike is race ready, while the athlete lives at home guilt-free and only has to think about riding. It would have a very "Ma! The Meatloaf!" feel to it
  • 4 0
 Does anyone else think Adam is the older bald bro of brendog ? They sound almost the sort of sameish !!
  • 2 0
 I am impressed he could ride after seeing the jorts at the 4 minute mark. Super rad guy and the video doesn't show how off camber and janky the new trails were when he was pre-riding the course.
  • 4 0
 How many privateers placed top ten?
I believe the winner is also a privateer.
  • 4 0
 The winner may be the only “true” privateer in the top 20!
  • 3 0
 Should look at time % back from the winner and not % of the field that he beats when comparing to previous years and races.
  • 4 1
 This is my favorite series, next to that Mike getting humbled series. We need more of Mike getting humbled by pros.
  • 2 0
 So what size wheels did Adam run for the race? Also, Magic Marry front and back?
  • 10 0
 29er and yup, in a dh casing with ultra soft compound.
  • 1 0
 I think in the last episode he was decided to stick with 29"?
  • 1 0
 @paulhaysom: rims? And width?
  • 1 1
 You can tell he is fast. I'm guessing the difference in his results is his fitness compared to the top pro guys. I'd bet by the end of series, his fitness will be better and be near the top.
  • 3 0
 if you look really hard at 8:40 you can see me...
  • 1 0
 Adam rips, the mental side of confidence is huge, hope he carries this on to the next race ! You shred Adam, keep it pinned !
  • 2 0
 So awesome! We feel sooo fortunate having Silver MTN in our backyard! Nice work Adam.
  • 1 0
 Adam is awesome! So glad to see good results!!! Looking forward to the slab slaying of the next episode with true hard working talent! Thank you Pinkbike for the stoke!
  • 2 0
 This series is a great idea, well done ????
Keen to see how he goes at Whistler
  • 2 0
 Hell yeah! Awesome race and cool to meet him on the tracks!
  • 2 0
 Good stuff! Adam is a ripper!
  • 2 0
 Really like this show, more of this please Pinkbike.
  • 3 1
 Adam RIPS!
  • 2 1
 I haven't been this excited for new episodes of a show for a long time!
  • 1 0
 What are the things on his wrist ???
  • 1 0
 I assume you mean the timing chip, that's what it's for as far as I know anyway.
  • 1 0
 @Jenstin: I figured as much, but I don't race, and I know in DH, they put the timer on the fork lowers....
  • 1 0
 @Waldon83: changes race to race depending on what the organisers have arranged. The wrist chip is cheaper and has an above ground panel to pick up the sensor. The fork chips are more expensive and also so sensitive that the start wire has to be buried under the ground otherwise they will pick up the chip sensor while you are 5 meters away riding past the start gate as you finish a liaison...
  • 1 0
 it's the magic Mary's man, I swear
  • 1 0
 @paulhaysom, volume was loads better! Well done good sir. Well done!
  • 1 0
 love the series, but are they editing out his charisma?
  • 1 0
 Sick soundtrack! Need more of that about.
  • 3 3
 ummmm that dude cheated... 6:17
  • 5 1
 That part of the stage was pretty much open to your interpretation. Conventional wisdom would be to make it a wide and smooth arc but some brave souls would try and take it more straight down. It was much steeper than gopro shows and its pretty much just a loose shale hill.
  • 16 0
 We had that ski run taped on either side to allow people to choose their own line into the corner, he was fully legit. Arguably the fastest line there was to turn in about 50' before Adam did. With so much course it was hard for even the locals to have lines dialed on every stage,
  • 3 0
 Wish I had some sort of clue what was going on when I got to that spot. Lost so much time. I didn’t pre ride that stage cause I assumed it ended right there where the downhill races usually end. I was way wrong.
  • 1 0
 @Rockydildoa: A lot of people followed the tape line there, but with race times of 50 min + most everyone had a pile of mistakes.
  • 1 1
 this series is awesome! better do one of these every year!
  • 1 0
 Loving this series!
  • 1 0
 Have it !!
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