CAN A CARBON GRAVEL BIKE SURVIVE BIG MTB FREERIDE JUMPS?

Summary

The video follows mountain biker Sam Pilgrim as he pushes the limits of a Canyon Grizzle gravel bike by taking it down dangerous obstacles like massive stair sets and huge jumps at bike parks. Despite the bike's tiny tires and lack of grip, Sam manages death-defying feats like backflips off massive kickers. He progresses from nervous attempts down stairs to confidently sending large gaps, enjoying the challenge of riding such a versatile bike. Sam's daring stunts and sense of fun showcase the surprising capabilities of modern gravel bikes.

Takeaways

• 😀 Riding a canyon gravel bike down huge stair sets and jumps at a bike park
• 😱 Attempting big jumps and flips on the gravel bike despite the lack of grip
• 🤼‍♂️ Pushing the limits of what's possible on a gravel bike at a skate park
• 😎 Landing tailwhips, no handers and flips on the gravel bike at the skate park
• 😨 Feeling terrified hitting big jumps on the gravel bike due to the small tires
• 🛣 Riding trails and smaller jumps to get used to the gravel bike's air time
• 🥶 Braving icy conditions on the massive PR jump line at the bike park
• 🤕 Crashing the bike on a foam pit doing tricks like cannonballs and flares
• ❄️ Battling freezing weather to ride the gravel bike at the indoor bike park
• 🚴 Seeing how capable the canyon gravel bike is beyond what was imagined

Q & A

What type of bike is being used in the video?

A Canyon Grizzle gravel bike.

What features and locations will the bike be tested on?

The bike will be tested on stairs, ramps, jumps, and skate park features at locations like the 'stair set of doom', Twisted Oaks bike park, and Adrenaline Alley skate park.

Why is the rider scared to go down the large stair set?

The rider is scared because the gravel bike has small tires and lacks grip compared to a mountain bike, so it could be dangerous and hard to control on the big drop.

What trick does the rider do off the large jumps at Twisted Oaks?

The rider does a backflip off the large jumps.

What is the rider's ultimate goal at the indoor skate park?

The rider wants to successfully do a flare trick on the gravel bike at the indoor skate park.

Does the rider achieve the flare trick, and how?

Yes, the rider works up to it by first practicing in a foam pit, then taking it to a wooden ramp.

How does the bike handle all the tests and tricks?

The bike handles very well, exceeding the rider's expectations for what's possible on a gravel bike.

What new merchandise is the rider offering?

He is offering new pre-order gear (new colors and designs) through January 31st.

Does the rider seem interested in taking on more challenges with the gravel bike?

Yes, he says there is way more that could be done and wants feedback on other crazy ideas to try.

What is the overall tone and theme of the video?

Pushing the limits and capabilities of the gravel bike in extreme situations that you wouldn't expect it to handle well.