Video: Steve Vanderhoek, Kenny Smith & Jack Pelland Shred the Devinci Chainsaw in 'Let 'Er Rip'

Apr 24, 2023
by Cycles Devinci  

Words: Devinci

Like a Chainsaw clearing a corridor, Steve Smith led the way. With a smile on his face, he took Canadian downhill straight to the top. He proved that hard work pays off, and that winning is way better when you’re having fun. We made the Chainsaw to let more riders discover a passion for riding with no rev limiter.

The Chainsaw is a tool that clears the way for more fun in the woods. On the trail it looks like a burly, Canadian made long travel shredding machine. At heart, it’s a contribution to the Stevie Smith Legacy Foundation and the community that surrounds it. And in spirit, it’s a rip-roaring good time that will dare you to dream big.

This is the story of a bike named Chainsaw.

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Last minute tweaks.

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Jack, Steve and Kenny getting up to speed on the Shore.

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Letting it work.

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February riding brought some unique challenges.

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Stone Cold Steve Vanderhoek with the smack down.

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Vertical.

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Fair weather riders need not apply.

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The Chainsaw effect.

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Half machine, half a dream.



Hungry for more? Watch the behind the scenes and the first impressions of Jack, Kenny and Steve as they take the Chainsaws out for their first laps.



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29 Comments
  • 23 0
 I love everything about this post. Too bad I don't live there and ride like that!
  • 3 3
 Yes, never knew Stevie was Scottish 'till I heard those bagpipes! Can't wait to visit his hometown & eat haggis!
  • 28 9
 Gettin' a little foggy where the tribute to Stevie ends and the marketing angles begin..
  • 3 1
 Defs hard to seperate the two here.There have been some huge fails in this regard. e.g.
www.socialmediatoday.com/social-business/tragedy-not-branding-opportunity-dangers-tapping-breaking-news

At least from a distance what Devinci do feels quite honest and thought through to me and afaik they did a lot for his family and the community.
It also seems like a sick bike came out of it.
  • 8 0
 I suppose that's always a bit of a dilemma. FWIW I do recall in an article when the bike came out a mention that they had convened with Steve's mother on the name of the bike and make annual contributions to the Steve Smith Legacy Foundation.
  • 1 1
 Care to elaborate?
  • 7 0
 Love the mix of style, speed and gnar. Great work crue!
  • 3 0
 Thanks for your comment!
  • 1 0
 I love that Stevie has a bike tribute. It’s only fitting…and obviously it had to be a Devinci. Helps to pay homage and keep his legend alive. The bike looks so sick! Hope a demo day comes out west, would love to try one!!
  • 3 0
 hear me out, jack pelland @thicc_jibs is the best mountain biker in the world.
  • 2 0
 Jack is a wizard on 2 wheels! We are stoked to have him onboard this year!
  • 4 0
 11/10 post but I'd like to request some close ups of the forester xt
  • 2 0
 Nicely done Devinci, cool video fun music, great riding. If I could afford second bike at the moment - this would be high on the list to check out.
  • 1 0
 Thanks!
  • 3 1
 what is this song I need it in my life
  • 57 1
 It's Never Gonna Give You Up by Rick Astley.
  • 3 1
 "Chip" from The Real McKenzies
  • 1 0
 @vapidoscar: Rick is transcendant....eternal.
  • 1 0
 Bring back Alloy made in Canada! Still riding my Devinci Spartan 2015, the mini-DH enduro bike inspired by Chainsaw!
  • 2 0
 They never left! Over the past we had to make changes and decisions in regards to which bike would be produced in what factory. We’re proud to say that we manufacture more bikes in Canada than anyone else. The Chainsaw, the Marshall, the Kobain, the Sabbath, the EP, and the Minus are all made in Chicoutimi, Quebec, Canada.
  • 1 0
 @redrook: thanks will try
  • 1 0
 Sickkkkkk!
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