I'M BACK RIDING MTB SLOPESTYLE CONTESTS AGAIN! - COPENRIDE DENMARK

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  • I'm back riding MTB slopestyle contests again! - Copenride Denmark is my first slopestyle contest after about 4 years of not competing, but can I still keep up with the worlds best MTB freeriders on the FMB world tour, watch and find out!
    I ride the huge Red Bull Copenride slopestyle contest in Copenhagen, Denmark and it is my first FMB world tour contest i've entered in about 4 years, so with my wild card entery confimred I make my over to Denmark to shred as hard as possible on this crazy course. Unfortunately the wind and rain was very hard to deal with and we ended up having a lot of problems with the course and the amount of practise we got but in the end the contest went on and it was sick to be apart of. I haven't seen a lot of these guys for ages and to hang out with all of them again has been the best thing after a year or more of lockdown in the UK! I was out here riding my Haibike custom dirt jump bike on this huge track with massive gap jumps, step downs and quarter pipes and I filmed the whole video on GoPro HERO 9!
    I hope you enjoy the video!
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    Welcome to my channel, I'm a professional Freeride Mountain biker and former FMB world champion(2013).
    This channel is all about Mountain biking, I make a huge variety of videos for everyone who loves dirt: From downhill biking to slower paced trials riding and everything in between like dirt jumping, slopestyle and enduro!
    As well as making entertaining videos(I hope) I also like to help YOU out too, with videos such as:
    - How to ride better
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    - POV craziness
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  • @ronanhogan2466
    @ronanhogan2466 Před 2 lety +799

    Love how everyone is in full face helmets with all the protection on and then there's Sam with a little bucket on his head in a T-shirt

    • @rushbberlin1131
      @rushbberlin1131 Před 2 lety +7

      MAX!!

    • @thebr0wnhornet
      @thebr0wnhornet Před 2 lety +150

      Prob only one who puts his bike together with a hammer and a brick too

    • @rushbberlin1131
      @rushbberlin1131 Před 2 lety +6

      @@thebr0wnhornet but atleast it works🤣

    • @Jacobligg
      @Jacobligg Před 2 lety +17

      Because hes an absolute beast

    • @bigbarrelbr
      @bigbarrelbr Před 2 lety +15

      Sam's precision in doing tricks in any place and any condition is absurd, allied with a huge know how in crashing, he always eject at the right moment being safe.

  • @kenevil4206
    @kenevil4206 Před 2 lety +563

    Considering you were playing it relatively safe, you definitely still kicked it with the big guns.

  • @SvenSan
    @SvenSan Před 2 lety +350

    Sam is such an OG in this :D Everyone else with the guccied out bikes and the fullface helmets and Sam just rides, casually talking to the cam during his first run doing all of them tricks^^

    • @AxlMetcalf
      @AxlMetcalf Před 2 lety +4

      What’s a guccied out bike? hope parts?

    • @SamPilgrim
      @SamPilgrim  Před 2 lety +57

      😂👍

    • @Losovox
      @Losovox Před 2 lety +12

      @@AxlMetcalf probs just fancy, expensive parts and all that

    • @dansacco1964
      @dansacco1964 Před 2 lety +27

      Cool to think of how many riders he could be competing against soon that are in the sport because of him. Its a young man's game for sure. Just showing up and leaving uninjured is a win.

    • @SvenSan
      @SvenSan Před 2 lety +3

      @@Losovox what you said, since jump bikes don't have a lot of parts they usually go for the shiniest most expensive stuff their sponsors have. Sam just changed his BB which is pretty sick^^ He also painted his forks with a can :D

  • @larnbaldwin
    @larnbaldwin Před 2 lety +295

    Legend mate , can’t wait to see you learning new tricks again ! Gonna be sweet

  • @mattwxholt6843
    @mattwxholt6843 Před 2 lety +180

    Sam, I'm not much for commenting on youtube but I've been watching your videos for awhile and felt like I should. The fact that you went to a top level event like that on 3 hours of sleep and did that well is amazing. Don't let the results deter you in any way, shape or form. Your skill level and composure will get you thru when the young bucks nervousness gets to them. Keep up the competition and I sincerely believe you'll surprise yourself at how well you do!

    • @SamPilgrim
      @SamPilgrim  Před 2 lety +52

      Thanks man!! 🤙

    • @4navajomjs745
      @4navajomjs745 Před 2 lety +11

      Ditto!! It's truth, you are an amazing and gifted rider. We appreciate your videos and the love and respect you show the sport - don't let this get to you!!

    • @simpletonsimon
      @simpletonsimon Před 2 lety +2

      Totally agree, respect Sam 👊

  • @davidmiller2050
    @davidmiller2050 Před 2 lety +158

    You can still do things that most of us dream of doing, the things you come up with are insane sometimes, but always entertaining, and your excitement for life is infectious!

    • @SamPilgrim
      @SamPilgrim  Před 2 lety +31

      Glad you like the vids dude! :)

  • @LPx007
    @LPx007 Před 2 lety +78

    Welcome back Sam!! It doesn't matter if you didn't get to the finals, you've still got it!🤘🏻😎 Btw, can't wait to see some street videos of that amazing city!

  • @25inspector
    @25inspector Před 2 lety +45

    The mental preparation for an athletic competition like this must be huge! To try and maintain one's focus and be ready to perform under pressure. Amazing athletes!

  • @robbchastain3036
    @robbchastain3036 Před 2 lety +43

    You rode well, Sam, and you had fun, so a win-win, for sure. And hey, they went to all that effort to construct those drops and ramps and everything, great that you got to ride them and let us come along for the ride. Just get some more sleep next time and you'll be hauling home a trophy as the best bowler in all the league. :)

  • @stevesmith1986ss
    @stevesmith1986ss Před 2 lety +55

    Listening to the young bucks reactions when you send the big quarter, shows you still got it ✊

  • @jeremye9963
    @jeremye9963 Před 2 lety +63

    Good effort man! Close call on the qualify, must have been a fun trip either way. Strange course setup.

  • @Peak_Mid
    @Peak_Mid Před 2 lety +44

    Sams a goat he doesn’t need to win anything he’s already won at life 💪

  • @SpencerRides
    @SpencerRides Před 2 lety +17

    Don't be so hard on yourself man. You are a legend! Just you being at the contest, doing your thing, is so bad ass.

    • @consuminglight
      @consuminglight Před 2 lety +3

      There's hundreds of awesome riders to follow, but none are as interesting as Pilgrims. He's definitely the best personality out there in MTB.

  • @lcdchase
    @lcdchase Před 2 lety +6

    Love that you got a staircase of doom in there!

  • @mymorristribe
    @mymorristribe Před 2 lety +9

    Wow Sam, that was such a raw and genuine experience story. Thanks for sharing this with us.

  • @oneninemx8266
    @oneninemx8266 Před 2 lety +1

    Still and always will be my favourite. Nobody can match your level of enthusiasm and energy and that’s what its all about.

  • @ashleytombs
    @ashleytombs Před 2 lety +26

    The moment I would never thought would happen again Sam pilgrim back on the slope style seen there’s life in the old dog yet watch out Max Fredrickson and Matt Matt Jones the old master is back Crankworks Has it got your name on it go get them tiger For people who don’t know Sam was ranked number one in the world for awhile

  • @cedarbremner8750
    @cedarbremner8750 Před 2 lety +3

    I admire your spirit and determination to have a good time even in less than ideal conditions.
    You definitely seem like the glue of excitement that holds the riders together.
    TO THE SKY 🤙🤙

  • @carlwooten6771
    @carlwooten6771 Před 2 lety

    Awesome video! Loved your effort and honesty. Real inspiration to us all. Especially us old timers. Please keep hitting up the comps. You're the best!

  • @jonhegseth
    @jonhegseth Před 2 lety

    Would love to see you keep doing these competitions! So cool getting a behind the scene look into these events and get a first hand point of view. Just getting the dust off with this events, keep going!

  • @smb7647
    @smb7647 Před rokem

    Sam your a legend and legends never get old, you give me much inspiration to keep peddling at 57,,cheers mate

  • @hydorah
    @hydorah Před 2 lety +2

    I love it when you're competing! I love the videos where we see the community, other riders and how the tricks develop. Those young 'uns love you! You were just unlucky to drop it in the same place on both runs. If one run was clean you'd have been in the finals! You did an amazing job and should no way be deterred

  • @dr07828
    @dr07828 Před rokem

    I imagine most people like Sam, start out as a kid having fun. Learning tricks, and loving it. As they progress, they end up in competitions. and in the beginning they start out doing the competition just for fun. But as they get better, competitions become a career, until they basically retire from it. Sam here, has traversed that, and has been able to keep doing what he loves, and now he is doing competitions for fun, and loving every minute of it. Amazing.

  • @jasonfox2449
    @jasonfox2449 Před 2 lety +2

    So glad you are riding competitions again. Its so fun to watch.

  • @user-kb7ij6ye8u
    @user-kb7ij6ye8u Před 2 lety +2

    these young guns were looking up to you when they were still learning barspins! keep at it man.... win or lose, its good content, and with 1.5 million subs, you know those sponsors are happy! Here's to two million!

  • @aaronspencer8192
    @aaronspencer8192 Před 2 lety

    Really enjoyed the commentary on a real scene! Chin up, your were pushing for more. Competitive spirit is better than a qualy!
    Also, your attitude made all the difference...lots of up-comers watching this and watching you there. You are a leader and a legend! Cheers!

  • @Bicycle_Fungi
    @Bicycle_Fungi Před 2 lety +2

    That was a great vid. Great insight into the reality of a comp situation. I can barely talk after that little amount of sleep. Keep up the shredding 👊

  • @dario4630
    @dario4630 Před 2 lety +2

    great video Sam! your are such an inspiration for me, i even built myself a cheap dirt jump to begin practice, thank you for all the content! regards from México

  • @jonathanporter5223
    @jonathanporter5223 Před 2 lety +5

    Really dope to see Sam back in a contest. I imagine it can be quite challenging to get back into it, but can only get easier after the first one.

  • @mitchellsmyth3859
    @mitchellsmyth3859 Před 2 lety +1

    You got nothing to prove Sam ur a legend of mountain biking. And what you’ve done/continue to do does so much for the sport. Was sick to see u back in contests but you gotta do what makes u happy man👊🏼

  • @aaronjackson3067
    @aaronjackson3067 Před 2 lety +4

    Keep doing the comps man! We love seeing these events

  • @benjleath9406
    @benjleath9406 Před 2 lety +1

    That’s a good video bud,can really see what’s involved with that camera,one of your best videos I’ve seen ! Keep up the good work man thanks for sharing !!

  • @musicluva2023
    @musicluva2023 Před 2 lety

    The best thing I love about these birds is you end everything on a positive, you definatly still kicked it with the biguns some of the stuff you do is just insane

  • @BarnabyDiego123
    @BarnabyDiego123 Před 2 lety

    Considering the conditions, you did awesome! and I really hope we see you doing more comps in the future. we all know you still got it and will always have it. Big ups bro! 🤙

  • @maestrofm
    @maestrofm Před 2 lety

    You are biggest inspiration for me to ride a bike, so much positive energy! cheers from Poland

  • @waynemandryk6479
    @waynemandryk6479 Před 2 lety

    New to your page but so awesome watching you in the comp mate,watched all the free bike challenges and it's super rad! Can't wait to binge more vids

  • @imnotgivingmynametoamachine683

    Great video, showed a bit of a different persona and I liked it, it felt very real. I can relate to the schism between "I'm hear to have fun and see what I can do" and then the disappointment, like you are taking it seriously and not at the same time. Its clear to anyone watching that you can totally hack it and the other guys looked at you like a pro even if you are out of practice. I would be all for more comps as a different side of things, as long as you don't end up hurt by having to take too many risks.

  • @tanyataylor-balls3312
    @tanyataylor-balls3312 Před 2 lety +2

    Oh Sam I really felt for you on the 2nd run and the same thing happened. Hopefully you feel a bit better about it now, I can’t even imagine the pressure you must have felt going back to comps after so long. That in itself is huge! You were still the winner for me 💥🤟🏼❤️

  • @danielwhittington4431
    @danielwhittington4431 Před 2 lety

    Sam, I’ve literally starting riding mountain bikes from June and found your channel,, your the man

  • @leeh1157
    @leeh1157 Před 2 lety +2

    Looking forward to Seeing you do the AUDI NINES in a couple weeks!
    Good luck 👍

  • @nessie42786
    @nessie42786 Před 2 lety

    Damn that first flair caught me off guard. Total 🔥🔥🔥 You killed it. Don’t get too in your head. You had the competition worried. That last 1/4 was wonky and slick. Don’t give up you’ll get em next round. Thanks for the amazing video 👍

  • @kubafalkowski97
    @kubafalkowski97 Před 2 měsíci

    Those big jumps you can feel thru the screen! Brave characters required
    You and Max always best at it 💪💪

  • @rickspeight5108
    @rickspeight5108 Před 2 lety

    Despite the conditions and unfortunate events of the day…still blown away with the riding and entertainment factor! Easily my favourite rider by far! Great video!!! 🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼

  • @dewimiddleton3765
    @dewimiddleton3765 Před 2 lety +1

    Keep doing comps! You’re insane and don’t need to win, we all love seeing you ride with all the others regardless. 🙌🏼🙌🏼

  • @dolffazer1000
    @dolffazer1000 Před 2 lety +1

    Pls do more comps dude, it's so refreshing to see you with the big boys again🤘🏻

  • @PachezZ
    @PachezZ Před 2 lety +1

    Seeing you in the morning, tired and kinda reconsidering your choices was so much refreshing... don't get me wrong, I love your constant excitement, but this, this is what makes you much more "human" :D

  • @steveharry9891
    @steveharry9891 Před 2 lety +6

    Well done Sam....you would've qualified with a bar spin...so that tells you how good you are and how much you can keep with the others .... and let's face it ..i competed in international power lifting events ....and think there was only 2 or 3 that went as it should ....and as a 50 year old mtb that's only just starting bmx skate parking ...your an inspiration...keep it going ...

  • @brandonkinzler3188
    @brandonkinzler3188 Před 2 lety

    I love your honesty at the end. You did not just blame your lack of sleep. You took it on the chin like a true athlete.

  • @MrKydaman
    @MrKydaman Před 2 lety

    It was fun to watch so thanks for the cool content. You've got the game for comps. Just commit and give it your best!

  • @robthompson1399
    @robthompson1399 Před 2 lety

    You are a total legend. It's just one comp. You ledge, we salute you.

  • @Hammenfors
    @Hammenfors Před 2 lety +8

    It was EPIC meeting u at the event and seeing u ride that good🔥🤙

  • @Antonskanalify
    @Antonskanalify Před 2 lety +1

    This was a really honest and great video man! You're awsome!

  • @legaltechinnovations1594

    Thanks for bring us with you Sam.
    Gutted you did not get to the final. 100% sure you will return like the champion that you are

  • @KillaMTB
    @KillaMTB Před 2 lety

    That was a beast of a course and you did well considering the circumstances and wind just keep doing the competitions you have real experience where the younger riders haven’t as much

  • @willjones7132
    @willjones7132 Před 2 lety

    Great vid, cool seeing your point of view, gotta do it again, your still up there, it's obvious the way the other riders react well to watching your riding.

  • @gouki_81
    @gouki_81 Před 2 lety

    Excellent video! Loving the emotional rollercoaster. Definitely would love to see more of this 👍

  • @dueller29
    @dueller29 Před 2 lety

    Great seeing you in Copenhagen. Hope you guys had as much fun, as it was watching you, even though the weather conditions wasn't that great 🤘
    As one of the Danes there, i hope to see more of the sport live, it was epic

  • @anthonyestevez118
    @anthonyestevez118 Před 2 lety

    Don't feel down Sam. You're still out there killing it! Great content! Thanks for sharing!

  • @richierichtaylor1928
    @richierichtaylor1928 Před 2 lety

    The heart you bring to the sport and competitions! #1 🤙🤜🤛

  • @Rampagedd
    @Rampagedd Před 2 lety +2

    Your the man we want to see at these competitions!

  • @unitedtrailbuilders2320

    Your still a legend tho bro and you still got it mate proves your still in the game your the only rider iv seen that can ride any bike anywhere and still make it sick 🤘

  • @stevebernard4272
    @stevebernard4272 Před 2 lety

    Great video, Sam! It was pretty sic for us ordinary riders to follow along and see things from your perspective - thanks!!

  • @richiklassen9642
    @richiklassen9642 Před 2 lety

    Really enjoy all your vids Sam!!! Thank you!

  • @sjv6598
    @sjv6598 Před 2 lety

    Pumped to see you back in the comps! Garden jumps paid off big time 👊🏻💪🏼🙂 Don’t be too deflated about not qualifying, you did super well, and don’t forget you were competing against much younger riders 🙂

  • @Red1Actual
    @Red1Actual Před 2 lety

    Never be upset for giving it full SENDITURE on that flare! That was an epic vid, and we need to see more of you in comps!

  • @mauricebruns1028
    @mauricebruns1028 Před 2 lety +4

    You definitely still have if skills to match with the other lads. You came 7th in the 1st qualifying round - that’s quite impressive; especially as your 1st competition in ages. Then the conditions were terrible. Head high; and look towards the next one. 🤙🏻👍🏻🍀

  • @JStoneDrums
    @JStoneDrums Před 2 lety

    Don't normally comment Sam, but just wanna say you're my absolute inspiration and a big reason I've got into bikes so much. You're the absolute top of the game in the inspiration department

  • @alexanderfletcher3177
    @alexanderfletcher3177 Před 2 lety

    Keep smashing the comps mate! Great watching you send it to the sky!

  • @C_Haberstoked
    @C_Haberstoked Před 2 lety

    You always kill it in my opinion. Good on you for getting back out there even if it didn't work out. Rest up mate!

  • @christian__sullivan
    @christian__sullivan Před 2 lety

    Awesome job mate!! love how you walk us through every step of it!

  • @underbikedoverconfident1142

    For what's it worth your return to comps made for an epic and engaging video! One of your best ever IMO.

  • @Ranglegoose
    @Ranglegoose Před 2 lety

    Was insane getting to watch you live! It sucks with the weather. In general, Red Bull didn't do such a good job with the event. I came a watched live on Saturday, and I didn't even know the slopestyle comp was cancelled.. However, being able to go to watch a contest with you and everyone else was definitely a dream come true!! And I'm super stoked to get out a ride more! 🤙

  • @pexy1237
    @pexy1237 Před 2 lety

    Yeah Sam keep it up! Hope to see you do (and win) a few more comps because you still got it for sure. Cheers!

  • @MichelGraafAlmelo
    @MichelGraafAlmelo Před 2 lety

    Dont be to hard on yourself. I’ve seen videos of you riding with al de contest pros and they aren’t killing it on the urban terrain like you do. And that are the kind of videos we like the most! Keep it epic mate! 🤘🏻

  • @alexjones3441
    @alexjones3441 Před 2 lety

    Wicked to see you so chill in a contest. Talking your way through is mad 👌

  • @capturesnaps2484
    @capturesnaps2484 Před 2 lety

    keep it up Sam want to see you do more comps been watching for a while new subscriber and think you did great proves you got balls to try stuff others were not doing, sure you could of played it safe and qualified but you wanted to crush it, and entertain your viewer's at the same time, you did both.
    I don't see any of the others missing a tooth or riding as cool as you did top man keep it up, More Competitions plzzz

  • @Wheelsanstuff
    @Wheelsanstuff Před 2 lety

    Awesome to watch. You’re definitely still crushing it!

  • @cirrusdesigngroup
    @cirrusdesigngroup Před 2 lety

    Nice work Sam...loved that you put everything at risk by doing what you wanted to do...there is no fail when you go big...

  • @MrDollabillj
    @MrDollabillj Před 2 lety +1

    Hitting the bangers on that course. Killing it as usual, the wind was a big one. You still rocked it. ( Drop In ) No matter what place you came you had fun 🤩 💯👊🏽

  • @RicklePick.
    @RicklePick. Před 2 lety

    This was so fun to watch man, you still stomped tho, props to you man!!! ⚡️

  • @itastain
    @itastain Před 2 lety

    I love how despite being competitors everyone was cheering or giving props during the practice sessions. Kinda wholesome :)

  • @munkensa
    @munkensa Před 2 lety

    Welcome to Denmark 😁🇩🇰🇬🇧🤘 and well done 💪Absolutely an honor having You here, looking forward to the next vid😊

  • @ben8186
    @ben8186 Před 2 lety +2

    Legend, such contagious energy

  • @sirbla1rsco239
    @sirbla1rsco239 Před 2 lety +1

    You had barely any sleep and still smashed it ! Takes alot to get in the zone sometimes.. looking forward to the street riding

  • @kww1966
    @kww1966 Před 2 lety +2

    That area looked slippery... I seen you do so many micro FLARES off concrete and it's like magic every time. And when you slide out it shows you are only human... Glad to see you back out there. And BTW... Men hit a weird peak at 50 so just keep doing you BooBoo! Unless your doing Dusty... lol

  • @vitusthomasen5687
    @vitusthomasen5687 Před 2 lety

    It was absolutely sick meeting you in person. I’m excited to see a street freestyle video from my hometown. Keep up the good work Sam!

  • @Whitejesselink
    @Whitejesselink Před 2 lety +1

    Hey if you go that druggy town Christiania, and ask someone to show you the dirt jump park right across the canal, there is an INSANE very tightly packed dirt jump track like you wouldn't believe. It's insane. The roll ins are tree houses. It's in-between netto, and Christiania. Huge banked corner and so many lines.

  • @francis1601926
    @francis1601926 Před 2 lety

    Thank you for doing this for the channel! Next event i think your definitely gonna place ! Keep sending it bro 🤘🤘

  • @mattgb666
    @mattgb666 Před 2 lety +1

    Mate! 14th in a group of probably the top slopestyle riders in the world is bloody awesome. And it was just a small miss on the list trick too. Nothing to be worried about. Go shred the next comp and you'll smash it like the Audi 9's!

  • @beastiedk
    @beastiedk Před 2 lety

    Such a shame weather didn’t help. Was looking forward to watch you live in Copenhagen. Great you’re back doing contests

  • @suvespa
    @suvespa Před 2 lety +1

    When you say young sport...old age...31....made me feel like a grandpa lol...that's why you are one of the best you test and go beyond boundaries 👍

  • @fishn365
    @fishn365 Před 2 lety

    Dude, not that you're old or anything..cuz I'm older and still feel young..you did a fantastic job. Don't hang your head, instead, lift up that chin. You did awesome! Good for you to take it on.
    Thanks for letting us share in the fun.

  • @aldricharcasitas1387
    @aldricharcasitas1387 Před 2 lety

    Siiick, mann! still doin it like you never aged. Epic!

  • @BenDeakinMTB
    @BenDeakinMTB Před 2 lety +1

    So sick to see the Pilg back at it! Killing it mate 🔥🔥🔥

  • @greennationgc
    @greennationgc Před 2 lety

    Best video yet Buddy! Enjoying it from Texas

  • @DJ_NR6
    @DJ_NR6 Před 2 lety

    Get after it again sir. The top is crazy, they can throw their tricks so fast, it is all about repetition and grinding out the movements. You have the talent and the skills.

  • @youtubeviewer9523
    @youtubeviewer9523 Před 2 lety +1

    good for you mate! so stoked to see you back in comps

  • @mrdjonez
    @mrdjonez Před 2 lety +1

    Hey Sam. I would have loved to see you doin some crazy jumps in Denmark. I was hoping to get your autograph now that you where here, and maybe riding with you in the streets of Copenhagen. Thank you for your great entertainment, great spirit and you always humours mood. Sick!

  • @banger-fn6du
    @banger-fn6du Před rokem +1

    31 is not old...you will see this later in life. make a go of it or not. you are an amazing rider. just enjoy your gift

  • @georgespiers3404
    @georgespiers3404 Před 2 lety

    Such a wicked video gutted you mever made it to the finals love to see you take part in more comps these are EPIC 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻