Video: First Love

 I thought it was all in slow mo at first then I just realized she was really slow.

 1% faster than you are used to is always fast.
I would love the likes of Gee to burn every comment you make.
Elitism sucks, so glad we dont have it where we ride.
Jealousy is just childish.

 I was expecting a kind of ad helping our GF to think riding is a funny hobby.But i just watch a lonely rider, with no emotion.... For me, riding is spend days on trail with my friends, sometimes making new ones. Maybe we re slow too, but we look happy, we have social interactions...

 Hmm, she really needs all that suspension...

 Lovely trails for XC or AM/Trail bikes, not haevy DH machines.

 Young, Old? Fast, Slow? Man or Woman? Weekend Warrior or World Cup? Full Suspension, XC or Hardtail? Does it really matter?

that trail looked awesome though

 Yeah, someone had to say it. There are tons of great edits with really skilled women that could make mtb look like fun to others. This just looks boring and I can't see it attracting anyone. I'm sure she loves to ride and has fun, but so do I and I know it would be pointless to show my riding to the public as it wouldn't stand out one bit. It also really seems to me that the DH bike and gear is just slowing her down. The vid would be so much better if she just took a light, nible XC bike to those trails and ditched the full face and body armour - it would become a non-pretentious vid of a relaxed afternoon ride. As it is, she prepares for war and then goes for a walk in the park, which looks stupid.

 At least she wasn't doing whips and manuals.

 at 3:36, yes lets see her hit a jump.. fuuuuq she rolled it

someone needs to find that trail and give it a thrashing

 I'd happily do all that on my hardtail. What's the point of having a heavier bike on trails like that

 at 3:10 she brakes while pedaling

 Whoa! Mad swappin' at 3:47.

 The fact of the matter is, videos are supposed to be entertaining, not just a way to express a metaphor. And did anyone actually enjoy watching this?

No discredit to the rider, if she enjoys it then good on her! But I'm not sure it really required a video to be made.

 I think the idea of this wasn't bad, but did it really deserve to be on the home page? Certainly not in my opinion, thats my 2 cents

 I think you guys are shooting yourself in the foot. We want the dh/enduro scene to grow right? And we really want more woman riding right?

Then it must be okay to be at whatever level of riding, no matter how long you've been riding, no matter your gender, the only thing that's not optional is that you got to have fun.

Instead you're sitting in front of a computer thrashing a vid with a girl while your girlfriend standing behind you. And you still wonder why she don't want to try?...but I forgot, most of you probably incapable of getting a girlfriend.

 "Then it must be okay to be at whatever level of riding, no matter how long you've been riding, no matter your gender, the only thing that's not optional is that you got to have fun." quoting myself on this 'cause I'm f*cking genius, the Platon of mtbing.

Anyways if this vid wins some people over the dark side, then mission accomplished, if some people liked it, mission accomplished. rbajrbanfke...im drunk.

 Why have all 200mm of travel when you cant use the first 50?

 bunch of naggin bitchez.. you are.. "Yoda"

 You nailed it in the head. She is not the fastest rider, she does not throw big tricks, but she is a person who loves riding. When other girls who do not ride see videos like this it helps inspire them. It does nothing for people who do not ride to see things that they could never do. We want more people (especially women) in the sport, right? Exactly, this video is perfect then.

Get a life and don't be so critically hateful.

 You guys are rude. This young lady and her husband are some of the most dedicated professional dh photographers in the United States. Super cool people. This was Jay's first video edit I believe... and it's his wife.

 These kids are a bunch of ignorant pricks. Your parents really shit the bed with teaching you manors. My wife rides just like that and fucking loves it, that's the point. Hey children sit down, shut up and learn some respect. You are not very fast either.

 You boys are bunch of lilttle asholes.

 I don't know where to stand on this. I DO agree that when I come to the home page of Pinkbike, I expect to see impressive , embracing content which this is not. HOWEVER, my other half rides a bike, she just got her first Trail bike (SX) and rides at this level and she loves it. For her to be able to see videos like this would only get her more engaged in our sport and the most common place her "group" would be likely to find them? Pinkbike homepage.

 @MendelMu, Mr Platon of mtbing: Yes, we want more people riding and yes, especially women. That is why we need cool edits starring women that don't make the sport look like some boring nonsense requiring tons of unnecessary and uncomfortable equipment. It IS OK to ride at any level and nobody here denies it. Hell, I myself have written in the previous post that my riding would be a pain to watch so I'm not filming it, not to mention shoving it in PB's faces on the front page. And your last sentence just shows arrogance combined with ignorance. My girlfriend does ride and does like watching nice edits with people doing top-level moves on their bikes (a big fan of Danny MacAaskill's vids). Why would she ever want to waste her time watching boring clips like this one? How would that get her inspired to improve and try new things? She got into mtb in the first place because she found it interesting, because she saw people do fun things on bikes that she had never before considered doing (and of course because she tried it and loved it right away, most importantly). She wouldn't be mtbing at all if she had only watched people commuting to the grocery store, would she? Any rider, male or female, likes watching better riders because that gets us all stoked and pumped to get out and push ourselves. Plus, as someone said, these vids are mostly made for entertainment and this one is not entertaining.

 @dualsuspensiondave: I'm sure they are as cool as you say, but so what? Nobody's criticizing them personally, just the vid. Metallica are cool and that doesn't mean they haven't made some shitty songs. I might be cool according to some people (or not...) and I've made some big ass mistakes in my work. Personal coolness has nothing to do with the fact that this particular video is less exciting then drowning.

 slower than only you... hehe

 Danny Macs videos don't always entertain me, but you don't see me crying about it.

 @bananowy My comment was not directed at you specifically. It's okay to criticize but I think we should be aware of how we do it. It's one thing to rant about brands, top athletes and other professionals but like Meek Mill said "there is levels to this shit". Local bike communities is the grass root level and we should be supportive or forever hold our tongue.

I love riding and filming with my friends and girlfriend(technically my ex-girlfriend) no matter the level, from slow too fast. Im sure you do too. Thats why I think it's a part of riding we should display, while you think they "shoving it in PB's faces on the front page".

I don't youtube Danny Harts WC run on a date and ask her if she wants to try that next weekend, hmm, maybe that's why I never get a second date.

My comment about girlfriends was not mean't to arrogant but merely a catalyst for a behavior thats more friendly for our sport. I always told my ex that it's ok your not competing at WC level...for now. This vid shows that and is something thats needed, 'cause what blows your self-esteem more then thinking everybody is like the Athertons.

// The arrogant one aka Platon of MTB aka MeekMu aka MendelMu

 @ MendelMu Fair enough, I see your point and totally agree that supporting riders at all levels in local communities creates a great vibe Or maybe I'm just more positive now because I've just returned from a quick late evening spin an I'd let off some steam, which shows how biking soothes one's moods ;P

I like the Danny Hart run-date idea, I'd love to see the results If it's going to convince anyone to try it, my GF actually was impressed by that vid and laughed her ass off at Warners commentary, especially the now famous quote about Danny's balls.

 In all honesty I'm kind of on the fence with this one. I get where she's coming from about starting out late, I started at 22 with barely having touched a bike before and it guts me that I can't manual an entire road or whip a massive double, but that's just time. I don't really think she did much justice for advertising us girl riders as it really wasn't a techy track or ridden very fast. But props to her, doesn't matter if you can go fast, it's about the fun as the vid says. The only thing I didn't like was the comment 'as she shows us ladies can have FUN too', now that really did annoy me...am I the only girl that does not take that comment very well??

 @bananowy truce! There is a WC coming up and you will see me in the comment section ranting about riders and brands, hahah, until then peace, love & downhill biking!

 OP: Yes, you are a dick.

 Millpiddy....you are a dick

 I am no Rachel Atherton but I am a decent rider and I find these videos offensive and patronising. Why do we only get to watch videos of females 'having fun'. I know good female riders exist, I've seen them whip, go over gap jumps, off drops. Why are we not filming these chicks, I'm pretty sure they are having fun too.

 Just watch the video of Casey Brown that was posted about 6 weeks ago.. Gettin' steezy over mad jumps.

 Genius.

 Its the PARENT SECTION!!

 I dont know... but.. this girl should be the protagonist of this Vid!
youtu.be/opTA_kaIGKg

 As someone who started DH at a later age as well, I believe this video deserves its place here. You're not the targeted audience; it appeals to a much larger crowd than the minority of elitist kiddies.

It's not like this type of video is flooding the front page either.

 soften your shocks, lower your seat relax your grip. also go do some dirt jumps they really boosted my confedense, it showed me it doesnt hert as much as you think to fall off.

 me too, but I only ride park. lol

 I'm also faster than you.

 maybe she just needs to switch to Specialized

 Funny thing is, there is some seriously gnarly trail at snowshoe, like goat's gulley but shorter. But for some reason, they only showed the boring stretches in this video. WTF?

 I was there when my wife was at the women`s dh weekend. Oh boy that place is fun, fast and STEEP. Can`t wait to get back there and shred. And over 20 women instructed by pro`s. So if you see them on trail, give them some props.

 Screw your XC and your 650b.

 Snowshoe has some fantastic DH trails, Probably the best on the east coast . What they showed where the easier lines.

 I completely agree with you, honestly I do. I think you're missing why some people are being negative about the video though. Most people on here will support any rider of any skill but this video has been shot, edited and given a sound track that would normally be for someone with a pro level of skill. I doubt anyone here is doubting her passion or how amazing the rider is as a person. It's more about the slightly laughable mismatch or rider and edit style.

 Pretty much what I was saying but got neg proped for it :/
I'd say most of the ppl are not hating here, like you said it's a big miss match of stuff.
If the title was 1 of the most dedicated photographers in the sport is starting out on the other side of the lense there would only be prase for this video!

 Cecil, you said it very well. Very good work by Jay. If anyone wants to come to the south and trash talk the work that He and Neither have put in they would be hard pressed to make any friends. Keep up the work Jay!

 Thanks for the positive comment... I have nothing to do with the vid or the rider, yet I share the same point of view. These ding dong's with all the hate seem to forget that they started somewhere, too. I am 100% certain that NONE of them started out blazing fast. The thing that gets me is this is supposed to be a video that shows others who are on the fence or have heard about DH riding that are thinking about getting into the sport, that you can have FUN without riding stuff that is above their skill set. But when they see the absolute childish and elitist (as Betsie put it) comments, they want nothing to do with the sport in fear of being scoffed at. I, for one, am ashamed that I share such an amazing sport with an enormous group of d oo s h b a gg s. Rage on Heither (and others that are just beginning) the skills will come.

 the point is we dont see any love or fun in this video at all...

 I agree with Identitizombie and timmyelle on this one. I like making jokes and poking fun just as much, if not more then the next guy but she clearly loves the sport and she's out there riding a bike and enjoying herself. No need to hate. She is just sharing her love and her version of the sport. Just because your skill level is higher then her's or you have larger rocks between your legs, doesn't mean there isn't room for EVERYONE on the mountain. Any skill level, on any bike. We all want the same thing. Fun. Peace.

 All these neg comments remind me of the I only ride Park video where it went something like "I don't race pro but I sure act like it" (at least that's what I think the song said). Speaking from personal experience the first time my gf saw the videos on pb she said and I quote "you're f****ing nuts if you think I'm going riding with you". Then she tried it out and now she even helps me work on the bikes and swap parts. If we want more new comers to the sport we need videos like this.

 Who talk about hate ? Who sais there was not room for everyone on the mountain, i express my opinion on few word and you made your own interpretation of it.

The video should be name "my first Time doing downhill" Than everyone would had understand

 Amen

 I liked the message too. Nice work. I also agree she/everyone would benefit from a hard tail or a bmx especially . Then take those skills and the big bike to the park.

 If it was me, I wouldn't ride a hardtail doing any of the stuff I'm doing now, mainly due to bad knees from 3 years of bike trials but having a full sus makes everything more enjoyable and if I wasn't a bike nut and was starting out I would feel that a hardtail is pretty punishing (certainly on the rutty south England trails we have to ride), my friend is loving her Pivot Mach4 as it takes the sting out of it and also gives her a bit more grip to go faster. Yes she doesn't need that DH bike but I feel putting her on some 100mm HT 'like we should all learn on' would take her back so much in terms of the fun she's able to have.

 The vast majority of riders that use dh bikes don't need them. They ( I ) buy into a image believing thats what they require. Plus if you can afford it it's nice to have a fancy ride. While i believe i could hit that trail way faster than Heither i don't believe that id be on the edge any more than her.As im sure that see is pushing her limit even if it appears slow to me thats her limit. There's always going to be someone faster and slower than Heither. Also htis makes a change from seeing riders drifting every corner whipping every jump. A lot of vids now just all the same. respect for doing something different.

 It`s the easiest for you to compare with beginning woman... You`re watching vids on pinkbike only to boost your self - esteem?

 Some "pros" seem to need 5 minutes to understand that there won't be a canyon gap be featured in this video.. that alone leads to certain conclusions of those guys intellect...

 Tell everyone how much you like biking, whilst showing all the emotion of a brick and I'm sure you'll get one

 Don't forget to put the generic "it's all about fun, bla bla bla..." disclaimer in the description so people can't complain if you're too slow for their liking.

 Ye, and I'll be the ass hole commenting about your riding and editing. We can do it. =)

 It's all set then

 haha

 I'm pretty sure that one of the most dedicated professional dh photographer's in the United States deserves her own video showing her passion of the sport outside of her lense. This couple travels all over without sleep and good food, works when everyone else is having fun and you have this to say. Really says a lot about your character or lack there of.

 dualsuspensiondave, why so judgemental and emotional? Nobody's insulting your friends (and you're doing just that, insulting people all over the comments section under this edit), they're just commenting on the vid, that is all. And where did you get the idea that anyone "deserves" their biking video. What she deserves is huge credit for her photo work, surely. But a boring edit is a boring edit no matter who it features. This vid would be equally uninteresting if it was resurrected mother Teresa riding a recumbent.

 I'm judgemental and emotional?! Hahaha! I'm just pointing out ignorance. If you think this video isn't worthy of being on this site, then it's a great idea to talk to pinkbike editors privately rather than complaining on an internet forum that you don't own. Get out and ride!

 Dualsuspensiondave
I'm really sorry you feel that way I am not in the habit of attacking people personally and I'm sorry if you or anyone else has been hurt by my comment, and I'm sure the rider is a really cool person but her talents obviously lye with her photography (which I was not aware of, excuse my ignorance). However if what your saying is the case then this film should surely have been one for the private collection, I'm sure lots of us have film of our riding but it just does not necessarily mean its worthy for public consumption.

I must totally agree with bananowy, he makes a valid point and points out that the only person doing the insulting is you, judging my character, I have thick skin and broad shoulders so I'll let you off this time.
One more thing, your comments writes like we should feel sorry for for the rider/photographer, well it sounds like she is following her dream and working hard at it and I'm sure she wouldn't want it any other way, it beats working in an office or fudge packing on the night shift.
Peace on earth and good will to all humans

 No, it doesn't imply that at all. I'm sayingthat this is a super cool change of pace. It clearly states the purpose of the video, and ignorant people are upset that they aren't watching WC level athletes. That said, people should respect the other passionate people in the industry. Don't dog on people that aren't as good at riding as others. This is fun to her, get over it. How dare someone put a video that isn't WC riding on my beloved pink bike home page.

 High five! You're more polite than haters, you behave better. You're right. I wish more people would act like you.

 Without having all the 'generic jump, speed, thrash berm shit'.
Really? Don't people come on here to see videos of riders doing exactly that? Pushing the limits of what is possible on a mountain bike.
I don't need to come on here to watch videos with an underlying meaning of 'ride your bike for fun' etc. Why the hell did I buy a bike in the first place all those years ago? I'm fairly sure it wasn't to not have fun.
This video was 100% not front page worthy and I just wasted 4+mins watching it. I'm not criticising the rider or the filmer, it's just simply not what I come on this website to watch and I'm sure 90% of other users of this website don't either.

 @ Matthewjam3s...Do you watch EVERY video on the front page of Pink Bike? When, then do you ride? If this isn't what you want to watch, don't watch it...you could probably see 30 sec in that it wasn't what you liked...stop and move on...problem solved.

 Currently on summer holidays so I do tend to get time to ride everyday and watch the videos on pinkbike. Thanks. I'm entitled to my opinion, as are you. However, I don't appreciate the usual tirade of comments referring to 'its all about having fun on your bike'. If that was the case, every video would be on the front page. Everyone has fun on their bike, people come on here to watch biking videos that make them say 'wow'. You won't find anyone that said that after watching this vid.

 Nah, we should just thrash people who is not as fast ..

 Da Word!

 Dude, the point of the video was to show you can have fun no matter who/what/where you ride. The lady in the film was having fun. The film maker saw the merits, and so did the web site... Enjoy

 ... a lonely rider, with no emotion....

 @ Maxx...this video may not be interesting or important to you, but that doesn't mean someone else doesn't find that so. It's a free country and PinkBike is not an elitist website. Wouldn't you like a girl who rides? THIS is the kind of video that inspires them to get started.

 Not a lonely rider at all. Lots of good riders ride with her when they see her on the trail because her and Jay are such great people. Not because the are shredders. Everytime I get a chance to hang a d ride with them I do, because I know no matter what they enjoy riding as much as I do.

 great points about bike selection and introduction to riding discipline; easily overlooked but highly relevant obstacles to DH access for females.

 totally agree. I don't understand why the video is getting that much hate. People who wanna watch crazy gaps and tricks shouldn't watch it - but I'm quite sure you don't need to watch the whole video to understand that. Therefore..everybody complaining about the video shouldn't have watched it in the first place. Great footage of a beginner,.. I would love to be able to watch me riding and learn out of it..

BUT I disagree with her first statement. For me mountainbiking isn't something you do alone in the nature..its about friends, fun and mountains.. at least in my opinion.. ah and of course, we wouldn't go biking without our dogs :-)

 You see passion in this vid ?

 Yes I do. Maybe she's not as good as some people about portraying that on camera, but she loves to ride and that's all that matters. Isn't mountain biking about spreading the stoke, not bashing people that just want to get out and ride? I think some people have lost sight of the fact that mountain biking is fun, not just some big "who's balls are bigger" competition. Just saying

 Well said KT!

 Well said....exactly

 Having ridden those trails, they would be terribly brutal on a hardtail. I have ridden them with seasoned XC riders who were riding 140 mm dual suspension trail bikes and who were miserable. They are much steeper and looser than they appear. A hard tail with a steep head angle means you will probably be walking and having a miserable time of it. She is having fun on a DH bike and can afford to have one, so why should she do otherwise. There is no shortage of bikes for everyone else.

 If you saw the rest of the trails at snowshoe, the bike would seem entirely appropriate. This video just shows the lame connector trails between all the real stuff.

 Exactly. What's with filming only the boring flat stuff that merely serves to get to the real trails?

 Those were the tamer sections of the Pro DH course at Snowshoe...most of the course is steep and rough...she rode through all that to get to these spots, but the steep sections are dark and not very photogenic.

 This was a video for DH mountain biking no? Isn't steep and rough what DH biking is all about. Those are the best photogenic areas of DH. You're telling me this isn't photogenic? Check out Kyle's photo...maybe next video we'll see some of the Pro DH course...

www.fasttimesinc.com/blog/?p=4734

 For some reason they only filmed the mild sections and connector trails at snowshoe.

 lol