Hack Bike Derby 2016 - Video

Apr 19, 2016 at 7:08
by Pinkbike Staff  


Hack Bike Derby 2016 Somerset AG - Photo Adam Gasson 2016
Hack Bike Derby 2016 Somerset AG - Photo Adam Gasson 2016

Hack Bike Derby 2016 Somerset AG - Photo Adam Gasson 2016

17 frame builders racing home hacked Klunkers over a rain and fire filled weekend in Somerset. We're finally letting you know what the fuss was all about, with some pretty dodgy rat-look Klunkers popping up all over social media recently it was clear that something awesome was going down.

Hack Bike Derby 2016 Somerset AG - Photo Adam Gasson 2016
Hack Bike Derby 2016 Somerset AG - Photo Adam Gasson 2016

Hack Bike Derby 2016 Somerset AG - Photo Adam Gasson 2016

An annual invitational, the Hack Bike Derby is basically an excuse for frame builders to dick about in the woods on bikes that they’ve made out of bits of scrap. This year’s theme was Klunkers so think bull moose bars, double top-tubes, and drum brakes.

Hack Bike Derby 2016 Somerset AG - Photo Adam Gasson 2016
Hack Bike Derby 2016 Somerset AG - Photo Adam Gasson 2016

Hack Bike Derby 2016 Somerset AG - Photo Adam Gasson 2016

Alex Rankin of Sprung and Earthed fame produced a cracking short film of the event that really captures the atmosphere of the weekend.

Hack Bike Derby 2016 Somerset AG - Photo Adam Gasson 2016
Hack Bike Derby 2016 Somerset AG - Photo Adam Gasson 2016

“It’s an opportunity for builders to make some bikes for the hell of it, to get creative in a less formal way, and most importantly have fun” - Andrew Denham, Event organiser.

Hack Bike Derby 2016 Somerset AG - Photo Adam Gasson 2016
Hack Bike Derby 2016 Somerset AG - Photo Adam Gasson 2016

Hack Bike Derby 2016 Somerset AG - Photo Adam Gasson 2016


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57 Comments
  • 74 1
 How to create ANY mtb track:
1) Wait for the weather to really suck, heavy rain is perfect.
2)Decide where you want the track to go, draw it on paper or in your head.
3) If you have too much money, you can tape the track
4)Use a shovel the minimum possible. No proper berms needed: all you need for a turn is a hole where you can rail in.
5)Invite a lot (!) of buddies.
6)and finally, ride your DAMN bike, whatever it is.
  • 12 0
 #3 is my favorite. Good points.
  • 55 2
 This.Is.Mountainbiking.
  • 6 2
 I say yes
  • 7 0
 Video of the year. This is exactly why I ride.
  • 4 0
 Spot on, Back to basics. No silly 50t cassettes and bright pink shorts.
  • 2 0
 @Andy-ap: and no sodding hashtags either!!!!
  • 39 0
 I needed this. I get shallow and start focusing on the latest and greatest. It's nice to be reminded of the roots of this kickass sport. The cinematography, editing, music...this is a great video!
  • 1 58
flag harrisonwright (Apr 19, 2016 at 8:04) (Below Threshold)
 yawn
  • 12 1
 @harrisonwright: GO HOME, its time for your nap...
  • 3 1
 @harrisonwright: just because there was no lycra doesn't mean its boring...
  • 25 0
 that video left me with a big smile. doesnt matter what you ride just have fun. kind of surprised more manufacturers arent making klunkers. any more photos of the bikes up close? would love to see the btr in detail
  • 4 0
 Yes actually! Tam from @BTRfabrications wrote a piece about it for us.
  • 13 0
 No no no... forget about the "Remy Absolon video being the definition of fun". THIS IS THE REAL DEFINITION OF FUN.

Beer
  • 9 0
 So many beards ahaha lol
  • 2 0
 so true, first clean face spotted 3:42. Bet most have tattoo sleeves, and tattoo of a bike chain or chainring
  • 4 0
 And not a fat bike in sight.
  • 9 0
 If you can't appreciate this, you are probably a road biker.
  • 7 0
 MTB in its purest form; having loads of fun on whatever you're riding, in any conditions!
  • 7 1
 True spirit ! Just perfect !!
  • 5 0
 I didn't want this video to end. Frown Does anyone know the title of the song at the end with the harmonica?
  • 5 0
 A good reminder that you don't need the most amount of bike to have the most amount of fun. Pure awesome!
  • 6 0
 This should be yearly and international. Solid fun!
  • 3 0
 wow! That looked so much fun. Frame builders having their conference in the only place it should be... down the woods in the great outdoors.
  • 6 0
 we need more of these
  • 3 0
 this looks like an absolute blast...woods, rain, mud, camp, beers, buds and bikes.....perfect combo.
  • 5 2
 Was there an ebike category?
  • 3 0
 gotta love that.... and not a beer in sight?
  • 1 0
 wow that was really something special! and they all look super cool without trying!

major respect for that event and those builders/klunkers/trackbuilers/
  • 3 0
 Looks like a riot!
  • 3 0
 BTR frame looks so good!
  • 1 0
 The one at 1:18 ofcourse.
  • 2 0
 This made me smile so much.
  • 2 0
 I'd fly across the pond for this.
What's a guy gotta do for an invite?
  • 2 0
 This is the best of biking. Competition to have the most fun.
  • 1 0
 great job to all parties involved. A great video showing how truly easy it is to get out and have fun on a bike.
  • 2 0
 Awesome
  • 1 0
 That made me smile the whole video, GCF!
  • 1 0
 Anyone know which model Bell helmet they're all wearing?
  • 1 0
 Vid of the year! Without a doubt.
  • 1 0
 More fun, less tech! I love it!!!
  • 1 0
 Nice... Ted James cow horns....
  • 1 0
 WORLDS OF HACK BIKE. PLEASE DO THIS.
  • 1 0
 Good clean fun.
  • 1 0
 Or rather, not so clean fun!!
  • 1 0
 best event ever!!!!!!
  • 1 0
 Awesome movie !
  • 1 0
 Very nice event
  • 1 1
 Hell fucking yeah So so good
  • 1 0
 respectA
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