Where did he come from, where did he go...? Benderoni is still one of the most creative riders out there. Last year during our Euro-trip he proved it again when he landed this natural terrain over vert transfer flatspin 270. Not the worst trick name!!
he didnt quit mountain biking, i think he just didnt feel ready or rampage and decided not to compete. imo, thats a ballsy move, given all the negativity that would bring to his name. but hey, u cant blame him, rampage is gnarly as fuck, and you definitely have to have your confidence up. If he loves riding, i can see that he'd rather continue riding than getting injured in rampage
Mabe .5% of the pinkbike population rides at the level needed just to get invited to rampage. I don't think he needs any negativity. If your not feeling it then your not feeling it. We have all been there before.