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Fran Dawson MTB
United Kingdom
Registrace 9. 10. 2015
I'm Fran, aka OnlyFrans, a downhill mountain biker from Southern England. I'm a Leisure Athlete, Fun Haver & unashamed Bike Park Rat 🐀
Welcome to my downhill mountain biking (MTB) channel!
I'm passionate about mountain bikes, travel, & fun. 🚴♀️ Join me riding the best downhill mountain biking trails in England 🏴, Wales 🏴 (Bike Park Wales (BPW), Dyfi Bike Park, Dirt Farm), Europe 🇪🇺 (Morzine 🇫🇷, Chatel 🇫🇷, Champery 🇨🇭, Schladming 🇦🇹) & Canada 🇨🇦 (Whistler 🍁)
Hit that SUBSCRIBE button, so you never miss out on my downhill mountain biking videos 🎉
But wait, there's more!
📸 Follow me on Instagram 📸 @__onlyfrans__ for daily updates & behind-the-scenes action
Shoutout to my amazing sponsors who make all of this possible
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SUBSCRIBE for the biggest jumps & best bike park videos!
Thanks for being part of my downhill mountain biking community 🤟🏼
#mtb #bikes #mtblife #downhill #mountainbiking #bikepark #mtbgirl
Welcome to my downhill mountain biking (MTB) channel!
I'm passionate about mountain bikes, travel, & fun. 🚴♀️ Join me riding the best downhill mountain biking trails in England 🏴, Wales 🏴 (Bike Park Wales (BPW), Dyfi Bike Park, Dirt Farm), Europe 🇪🇺 (Morzine 🇫🇷, Chatel 🇫🇷, Champery 🇨🇭, Schladming 🇦🇹) & Canada 🇨🇦 (Whistler 🍁)
Hit that SUBSCRIBE button, so you never miss out on my downhill mountain biking videos 🎉
But wait, there's more!
📸 Follow me on Instagram 📸 @__onlyfrans__ for daily updates & behind-the-scenes action
Shoutout to my amazing sponsors who make all of this possible
🍊 Orange Bikes
🧴 Juice Lubes
😎 Pit Viper 🐍
👟 Etnies
SUBSCRIBE for the biggest jumps & best bike park videos!
Thanks for being part of my downhill mountain biking community 🤟🏼
#mtb #bikes #mtblife #downhill #mountainbiking #bikepark #mtbgirl
NEW A470 Bike Park Wales - In depth trail review
How big is it? An in-depth trail review of the NEW A470 trail at Bike Park Wales (BPW)! We dive deep into the details of BPW's most infamous jump trail, providing a comprehensive review of the new A470. We show you how big the new A470 jumps are at bike park wales. We get side on footage of the new bike park wales A470 qualifier gap and we show you the A470 gaps that you need to know about it.
About new A470:
BPW A470 has long been regarded as one of bike park wales most iconic trails, renowned for being one of bike park wales best jump trails. For 2024, bike park wales A470 has undergone significant changes, no longer sharing a start with Vicious Valley (a bike park wales red trail), extending the A470 red jump trail from the top of bike park wales, adjacent to Enter The Dragon all the way down to the fire road. This expansion introduces BPW's riders to a brand new section of jumps, berms, and fast flowing red downhill mountain bike trail, promising an exhilarating experience from start to finish.
To help put the jumps into perspective - we not only measured the A470 jumps, gave provide both GoPro and side on views but also made direct comparisons to Popty Ping - the bike park wales blue jump trail.
A470 is bike park wales best jump trail. The A470 2024 changes have only improved the already legendary bike park wales jump trail.
One of the most significant A470 changes by the BPW trail crew in 2024 is the A470 Qualifier, which is now the A470 Gap jump. The A470 qualifier is now fenced in, to prevent people pushing around the feature that is intended to keep riders safe, by checking their skill level before they drop in to the trail.
The BPW A470 new section consists of a small gap jump qualifier, fast berms, some small fun table top mountain bike jumps and some roller doubles. The qualifier is the only mandatory gap.
The incredible BPW A470 main straight remains largely unchanged, with only minor tweaks to each of the A470 jumps.
Trail Features:
Jump Measurements: Fran and James took the time to measure each jump on A470, providing precise details on their sizes and distances. From the smaller tabletops to the larger gaps, they give you the inside scoop on what to expect.
New A470 Qualifier Gap: One of the highlights of the new A470 is the introduction of the qualifier gap. This gap jump serves as a test of skill and bravery for riders, requiring precision and confidence to clear. Fran and James provide an in-depth analysis of this feature, discussing its size, approach, and landing.
About Bike Park Wales:
Nestled in the stunning Welsh countryside, Bike Park Wales is a premier mountain biking destination with over 40 trails spanning various difficulty levels. From flow trails to technical descents, BPW caters to riders of all abilities, making it a must-visit for mountain biking enthusiasts.
When Will A470 Open?
Today, we can finally answer that question as A470 2024 opening date was at lunchtime on Thursday 25th April 2024.
Don't Miss Out!
Whether you're a seasoned rider or new to the sport, this in-depth trail review of the NEW A470 at Bike Park Wales is a must-watch. Join Fran and James as they explore every aspect of this legendary jump trail, providing valuable insights and tips along the way.
Hit play, subscribe for more mountain biking adventures, and stay tuned for the opening of the new A470 at Bike Park Wales!
______________________
🌐 Sponsored by:
Orange Bikes 🚲
Juice Lubes 🧴
Pit Viper Sunglasses 🕶️
Etnies 👟
______________________
Chapters
0:00 - Coming up at BPW
0:16 - Introduction to A470
1:03 - How big are the jumps on Popty Ping?
1:35 - How big is the A470 qualifier gap jump?
2:03 - A470 Qualifier Gap Jump side on preview
2:43 - New A470 top section
3:17 - New A470 gap jumps
3:47 - Bike Park Wales A470 new top
4:45 - New A470 berms
5:03 - How big are the jumps on A470?
6:37 - New A470 table tops
7:28 - New A470 full run
8:28 - Outro
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📲 Follow us on social media
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www.tiktok.com/@__onlyfrans__
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______________________
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pitviper.co.uk
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eu.etnies.com
#bpw #bikeparkwales #mtb #mtblife #downhill #mountainbiking #mtbgirl #bikepark
About new A470:
BPW A470 has long been regarded as one of bike park wales most iconic trails, renowned for being one of bike park wales best jump trails. For 2024, bike park wales A470 has undergone significant changes, no longer sharing a start with Vicious Valley (a bike park wales red trail), extending the A470 red jump trail from the top of bike park wales, adjacent to Enter The Dragon all the way down to the fire road. This expansion introduces BPW's riders to a brand new section of jumps, berms, and fast flowing red downhill mountain bike trail, promising an exhilarating experience from start to finish.
To help put the jumps into perspective - we not only measured the A470 jumps, gave provide both GoPro and side on views but also made direct comparisons to Popty Ping - the bike park wales blue jump trail.
A470 is bike park wales best jump trail. The A470 2024 changes have only improved the already legendary bike park wales jump trail.
One of the most significant A470 changes by the BPW trail crew in 2024 is the A470 Qualifier, which is now the A470 Gap jump. The A470 qualifier is now fenced in, to prevent people pushing around the feature that is intended to keep riders safe, by checking their skill level before they drop in to the trail.
The BPW A470 new section consists of a small gap jump qualifier, fast berms, some small fun table top mountain bike jumps and some roller doubles. The qualifier is the only mandatory gap.
The incredible BPW A470 main straight remains largely unchanged, with only minor tweaks to each of the A470 jumps.
Trail Features:
Jump Measurements: Fran and James took the time to measure each jump on A470, providing precise details on their sizes and distances. From the smaller tabletops to the larger gaps, they give you the inside scoop on what to expect.
New A470 Qualifier Gap: One of the highlights of the new A470 is the introduction of the qualifier gap. This gap jump serves as a test of skill and bravery for riders, requiring precision and confidence to clear. Fran and James provide an in-depth analysis of this feature, discussing its size, approach, and landing.
About Bike Park Wales:
Nestled in the stunning Welsh countryside, Bike Park Wales is a premier mountain biking destination with over 40 trails spanning various difficulty levels. From flow trails to technical descents, BPW caters to riders of all abilities, making it a must-visit for mountain biking enthusiasts.
When Will A470 Open?
Today, we can finally answer that question as A470 2024 opening date was at lunchtime on Thursday 25th April 2024.
Don't Miss Out!
Whether you're a seasoned rider or new to the sport, this in-depth trail review of the NEW A470 at Bike Park Wales is a must-watch. Join Fran and James as they explore every aspect of this legendary jump trail, providing valuable insights and tips along the way.
Hit play, subscribe for more mountain biking adventures, and stay tuned for the opening of the new A470 at Bike Park Wales!
______________________
🌐 Sponsored by:
Orange Bikes 🚲
Juice Lubes 🧴
Pit Viper Sunglasses 🕶️
Etnies 👟
______________________
Chapters
0:00 - Coming up at BPW
0:16 - Introduction to A470
1:03 - How big are the jumps on Popty Ping?
1:35 - How big is the A470 qualifier gap jump?
2:03 - A470 Qualifier Gap Jump side on preview
2:43 - New A470 top section
3:17 - New A470 gap jumps
3:47 - Bike Park Wales A470 new top
4:45 - New A470 berms
5:03 - How big are the jumps on A470?
6:37 - New A470 table tops
7:28 - New A470 full run
8:28 - Outro
______________________
📲 Follow us on social media
__onlyfrans__
www.tiktok.com/@__onlyfrans__
goulldy
______________________
🔗 Support the channel by visiting my sponsors
orangebikes.co.uk
pitviper.co.uk
juicelubes.com
eu.etnies.com
#bpw #bikeparkwales #mtb #mtblife #downhill #mountainbiking #mtbgirl #bikepark
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Did you say run away and ride bikes?
Yes that is exactly what we should do!
Bikes are more important than growing up 😂
😂😂😂
Yes they are 🙌😂
I really like the dynamic with you and James. Your DH bike was really rattling in the videos from the USA but it sounds fine now? I think Oranges transmit cables rattling and have a bit of a rep for being noisy,... but mine aren't noisy at all.
Thank you so much! Glad you are enjoying the videos we love making them. Yeah the noise is a mixture of cables and also chain. I am currently running single speed with no chain guide, without the chain guide there is a lot of noise so I am going to fit one very soon 🙌
Yep i was there this weekend, think I saw you. Was lovely on Saturday, Sunday afternoon with a bit of drizzle coming in, the top section went really draggy and slow. Hopefully as the surface beds in it will get more consistent. The first gap definitely there for a reason but it’s so chill, just clear the first drop properly and speed is set.
Hope you had a good day! Yeah we were there on Sunday last week. The new top section is so fun I think a bit more sun and the woods section will be 😍👌 Yes totally agree the qualifier is so chill really well built you just float over
Such a great video this is exactly what I would love for all the tracks at BPW particularly the blacks where the run through don’t show scale or size of features it’s so helpful to know that gap is smaller than popty it would be really helpful in the is this trail for you guide to have comparisons like that..
Thank you for your feedback that is awesome glad you found it helpful. We really enjoyed making it, I agree it is so hard to gauge things from a pov it is nice to have a bit of a show and tell to see if you will enjoy a trail or if it is going to be too challenging. We would be more than happy to make more I have had a fair few messages requesting this so if you have any specific ones you would like to see let me know and I will see what we can do!
Absolutely brilliant level of detail/analysis - particularly comparing it to a specific feature on PP. Thanks so much, exactly the sort of detail we wanted! 👏
Thank you so much really happy people are finding this so helpful ☺️
FRANtastic Job! Thank you for this indepth vid. Its absolutly what I've been looking for. Hope more to come.! You are BEAUT, well done to rest of crew. All the best !
Thank you so much! Glad you found it helpful, we enjoyed making it so stoked people are finding it useful 🙌
I was at BPW on Saturday and yeah A470 is absolutely quality, it really gives you a lot of confidence to hit the jumps!
I was really enjoying the video until the end, now im just worried about James, I hope he's ok, that is a lot of blood😮 I'm there next sumday, can't wait to do 470🤙
He is still on struck bed rest after his blood transfusion, I will pass on your well wishes. He is a real trooper 😂 Hope you have a sick time next weekend! The trail crew have done an awesome job
What do you think of new A470? Who has had chance to ride it?
You two make me laugh every video 😂
😂 Glad you’re enjoying the videos!!
Are there any other jumps you’d like us to measure? 📏
Zut please 👌
Drops and gaps on 50 shades of black pls
Awesome video as always 👍
Thank you 🙌
My sisters son actually competes at this!!! U have to be very talented!!
Couldn’t agree more!!
Uhh Nice, an Orange 😍
Thanks, we love it!
I have so much unfinished business...
Me too! We need to do this trip again after a park season 🙌
Which spots are on your mountain biking bucket list?
Fantastic vid guys. Awesome stuff 🎉
Glad you enjoyed it 👊🏻
@@FranDawson Nps hunni 🎉
Well as a below average rider (see channel for proof) you are above “normal” james
Thanks! Certainly doesn't feel that way when I'm standing at the bottom of rampage 🙈
See channel for proof 😂😂😂
Fair play 👌👌 you need to get yourself and james to leckhampton in Gloucestershire not quite rampage but james knows it well.
Thank you! Is it awful steep tech or lovely flowy jumps 😂 that will be the deciding factor
@FranDawson is not much different to fod, really. Steep in places but not utah steep.
@FranDawson does have some decent jumps not many tho
Awesome will get over for a visit soon!
10/10 farmshop
Bolster moor farm shop is elite!
Not our finest moments 🙈
Definitely not 😂
Utah was a little more fun 😅
Wayyyyy more fun!!!
Green river was is so sick. Everybody needs to add it to their mountain biking bucket list.
I think we should add it back onto ours and go again 🙏
Can’t wait to ride it looks sick🎉
👊 Hope you get to soon!!
🎊 *promo sm*
I've been watching this on a loop 🙈
Thanks for watching!!
A470 has to be one of the most fun trails in the UK now 🥳
I can't wait to ride it with you this weekend!
Bangin James mate . Nice ridin bruv . See u on the nxt 1 . Ps I can't edit either lol .
Boy can handle a bike 😮💨👊
@@FranDawson aye defo hunni. Fantastic
Awesome James Glad You Both Had A Blast In America 👍👍
Thanks David it was great next America video will be up on Sunday 👊
The A470 2024 changes and the A470 qualifier look great
👊🏻
Hopefully this isn't the start of a change to the bike park
What do you mean by changes? There is something for everyone at Bike Park Wales is very accommodating
@@FranDawson yeah I know just hope they don't ruin that by added a tonne of gap jumps and hard trails
They have a huge amount of “easy” trails with more in the pipeline! I wouldn’t worry. Personally I think this is a huge step forward, one thing that the uk is lacking is decent progressive jump lines and this track bridges the gap between the jump trails in the park. Plenty of trails to choose from if jumps aren’t up your street 🙌
Fairplay but most of the Trails are easy enough at BPW it would actually be nice to have some harder stuff there .
@@daveandmerlin would go as fair to say they are easy ,maybe for the seasoned mtb for for the guys pike me who just so it as a hobby I can't do the black trials with the gappy jumps
Looks like a great trail now, nice riding bud
Thanks 👊🏻👊🏻 New changes look great
That was rad!
Such a sick track!
That looks bangin now!! Back off to Wales at the weekend again for some shredding woot 💪😂
Looks sick doesn’t it!! Can’t wait to ride it this weekend. Was pretty envious of James today when he said how good it was 🤣🤣
@FranDawson I'm upgrading my suspension Friday so hopefully have it sorted for Sat. What day you guys there??
Omggggg
👊🏻👊🏻
Must be so weird to not be muddy, wet and cold.
Very 😂
I was hoping winter would be over by the time we got home... still waiting 😭
Big Mountain Looks Amazing Fran.Another Great Adventure Vid 🎉🎉
It really is!
weathers takin a turn for the worst , gettin a bit cloudy, made me laugh so hard, <3 u guys
🤣🤣 Had to be done! Glad you enjoyed it!!
Awesomeness guys . U did frantastic hunni . Great lil vid guys xx
Thank you so much 😁
@@FranDawson Always a pleasure mate x
Big mountain freeride looks insane. I can't wait to see the rest of the trip!
Glad you enjoyed it!! Next one will be up next Sunday at 6.30pm
Damn James That Was A Biggy Dude.Hope Your Okay 👍👍
I’ll never get this dust out of me 😂
I’ll come at you with the juicelubes
OMG is he ok?
Don’t worry, that idiot got up and had another go
I am loving your adventures. Had a really bad day in work today, and watching these shenanigans has really lifted my mood. Keep on having a great time and keep on posting 😎
Sorry to hear you had a bad day at work but stoked the video cheered you up! There is a new one out every Sunday I am just editing the next one from our road trip now 🙌
Gd stuff n always something fooks up lol x enjoy guys x