Dirt Diaries Results & Films - Crankworx Whistler 2018 by pinkbikeaudience

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slammed (Aug 14, 2018 at 23:49)

1st place not only had some amazing riding but a very powerful message. I think that at least for me when I watch the countless videos on pinkbike that I get so lost in watching the rider. That video pointed out that sure the rider was amazing in it but it showcase the environment that we ride in and so many take it for granted. We need sometimes just stop and realize where we are and appreciate how lucky we are and to make sure we respect it. I have so much respect for that video and message that it tells us.

minesawhitecap (Aug 15, 2018 at 0:57)

I am with you on that. There is a message and also depth to the video by Damien Vergez.

huntstyle (Aug 15, 2018 at 7:48)

To me that's actually what it's all about. I love the outdoors, I love to experience new places, and I always appreciate the spaces in which I'm lucky enough to be able to ride. Even the small suburban retreats here at home! It's great to get lost in the woods, see wildlife, and breathe some fresh air!

FASTFOKUS (Aug 17, 2018 at 10:53)

Thanks a lot guys for all your feedback and comments ! I'm so glad you liked it. To me it was all about nature. Involving the first nations was not only an honor and a great pleasure to me, but it was mandatory. I spent one of the best week of my life and had goose bumps so many time during the shooting and recording the music.

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waffleShirt (Aug 14, 2018 at 23:30)

Another fun Dirt Diaries night. Good to see Calvin Huths video properly on here, the playback seemed real jittery on the big screen.

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Jer225 (Aug 14, 2018 at 23:31)

1st place had absolutely beautiful cinematography and music and everything. They definitely deserved it. Although I feel that Seth's entry should have been in 2nd

the-lost-co (Aug 14, 2018 at 23:42)

Me: "I really need to go to sleep, its getting late, I'll just check Pinkbike really quick."

And 45 minutes later I'm even more stoked for this weekend in Whistler!!!

finnmcmtb (Aug 15, 2018 at 1:00)

Calvin ftw

elkhan (Aug 15, 2018 at 0:19)

Damien Vergez's movie so impressive! Stunning landscapes shots, riding, sound, natives story cuts working great with whole movie and of course the message!

jervis FL (Aug 15, 2018 at 3:08)

Fark yeah Jasper and the lads!

JasperHarley (Aug 15, 2018 at 10:24)

yoooooooooooo

Aikow (Aug 15, 2018 at 18:13)

Beautiful cinematography, beautiful message, and a most deserving win. Thanks to the First Nations people for participating and exposing us to a glimpse at their culture. Yes, this was a mountain biking film, but then again so much more. Could not have conveyed my own feelings any better than this short film did. Thank you.

Lookinforit FL (Aug 14, 2018 at 22:37)

This is just several times I'm rendered speechles

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Nonsmoker FL (Aug 14, 2018 at 22:48)

Terrible choice for winner, IMO. None of the films were really good this year, but I think Deflated should have taken first.

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Circe (Aug 14, 2018 at 23:32)

Was that some crazy cultural appropriation in the winning film or is that just me? I believe the videographeris is French. Not sure who the rider is. But it seems weird to do it a video that obviously alludes to Native American (First Nation) heritage without someone from the culture.

Alright, feel free to downvote me to hell.

lucasc896 (Aug 15, 2018 at 8:09)

Nope. He made the film in partnership with a local Native family from the Lil'wat nation to celebrate their culture.

somefawkesguy (Aug 15, 2018 at 8:26)

If you skip to the credits at the end, you will find out that the rider was William Roberts and the First Nations Dancers and musicians are credited for their work.

Lil'wat First Nations were heavily involved in this production. In Whistler they had several First Nations doing a welcoming song before all the videos were shown and Damien had the dancers / musicians on stage with him for the presentation.

I have no idea where you're getting cultural appropriation from.