[jonKranked]

Rheeder currently on crutches, status TBD.

Brendog out, still recovering from Lenzerheide

Brage, contemplating whether or not to build a trail, or spend the build days secretly constructing a viking ship to annihilate everything in its path on the way down the mountain

 

[manhattanprjkt83]

Man do I love Brage, did you see his most recent long format vid from his x-games build?

My money is on Semenuk like it always is since I am such a fanboy.

 

[jonKranked]

Man do I love Brage, did you see his most recent long format vid from his x-games build?

My money is on Semenuk like it always is since I am such a fanboy.

you know it. i cannot wait to see what brage does at rampage.

this year's rampage is at a new venue/location again. i think that's one thing that may not necessarily work in semenuks favor, given how refined his lines tend to be. just not sure if he'd be able to pull off what he's capable of.

 

[bullcrew]

I want the Viking at rampage . His attitude is so badass and his good nature and his love of riding shows...I don't think he can win but I guarantee he brings some excitement...
He's super badass but not a 1 run type rider...he does shit that's not supposed to be possible and his dedication till he gets it makes him great for video and ride edits....

Either way he's a badass dude.. I would love to ride with him. You'd get better just because he believes in the moment...it's infectious

 

[canadmos]

From teh PB, obviously slightly outdated with the recent news:

Pre-Qualified Athletes:
Brendan Fairclough GBR
Szymon Godziek POL
Tyler McCaul USA
Ethan Nell USA
Brett Rheeder CAN
Brandon Semenuk CAN
Carson Storch USA
Kyle Strait USA
Vincent Tupin FRA
Tom Van Steenbergen CAN

Wildcard Invites:
Andreu Lacondeguy ES-CT
Jaxson Riddle USA
Kurt Sorge CAN
Brage Vestavik NOR
Cam Zink USA

Alternates:
Thomas Genon BEL
Emil Johansson SWE
Reed Boggs USA
DJ Brandt USA
Antoine Bizet FRA


Still curious how Kurt Sorge is a wildcard, based on his previous results?

Red Bull Rampage

In the 20th anniversary of the MTB event, riders chase the most coveted title in freeride mountain biking.

www.redbull.com

 

[jonKranked]

Still curious how Kurt Sorge is a wildcard, based on his previous results?

same w/ Lancondeguy and Zink.

 

[FlipFantasia]

Still curious how Kurt Sorge is a wildcard, based on his previous results?

Red Bull Rampage

In the 20th anniversary of the MTB event, riders chase the most coveted title in freeride mountain biking.

www.redbull.com

"previous results", or you know, "3 time winner".

 

[jonKranked]

"previous results", or you know, "3 time winner".

Strait hasn't been top 5 the last 3 rampages and is prequalified, but zink was 2nd place in 2017 and is a wildcard.

 

[jonKranked]

actually - just remembered, i think the prequalified list is based on the prior events top 10 finishers.

 

[slimshady]

I'll be rooting for Andreu as always. To me he encompasses everything a good Rampage run should have: aggressive/attack stance, exposure and air. Although Sorge and Zink can't be ruled out.

Brandon seems to have a problem with frustration, if any move doesn't go 10/10 on his own view he would just throw the whole run out and call the day off.

Brage will be a very welcomed addition. His attitude and skills are as badass as they could be.

 

[OGRipper]

Funny how Brage makes Andreu seem sane.

 

[jonKranked]

Brandon seems to have a problem with frustration, if any move doesn't go 10/10 on his own view he would just throw the whole run out and call the day off.

i'd agree with this. he seems to have an all or nothing mentality, a bit of a perfectionist if you will.

 

[OGRipper]

i'd agree with this. he seems to have an all or nothing mentality, a bit of a perfectionist if you will.

Isn't that part of why he's largely stepped away from comps in favor of video edits? I'm surprised he bothers with Rampage at this point, but maybe the chance for creativity and progression still draw him in.

 

[aaronjb]

If it rains this weekend Paris-Roubaix will be the real rampage.

...I'll see myself out.

(But seriously the many gravel, CX and road cycling Instagram meme pages are aolid gold)

 

[aaronjb]

Isn't that part of why he's largely stepped away from comps in favor of video edits? I'm surprised he bothers with Rampage at this point, but maybe the chance for creativity and progression still draw him in.

I mean, he probably likes money. Rampage is big views.

Is it true that in the VHS/early DVD days the freeride guys had contracts that paid them based on seconds of video time on screen? I heard that once.

 

[jonKranked]

Isn't that part of why he's largely stepped away from comps in favor of video edits? I'm surprised he bothers with Rampage at this point, but maybe the chance for creativity and progression still draw him in.

Yea, I'd say that it's the only comp he can build his own line is part of it. Also probably trying to keep his sponsor happy.

 

[slimshady]

Isn't that part of why he's largely stepped away from comps in favor of video edits? I'm surprised he bothers with Rampage at this point, but maybe the chance for creativity and progression still draw him in.

He's also usually involved in the Crankworx Joyride course design/build. But I agree with @jonKranked , Rampage has probably a significant financial incentive for Brandon. It's the OG Red Bull competition after all.

 

[jonKranked]

He's also usually involved in the Crankworx Joyride course design/build. But I agree with @jonKranked , Rampage has probably a significant financial incentive for Brandon. It's the OG Red Bull competition after all.

Rampage is also a RB signature series event, which gets airplay on network television (NBC here in the states).

 

[jonKranked]

Reed Boggs in for Brendogs spot. Rheeder has also pulled out, unable to recover in time. Other replacement rider pending.

 

[Westy]

Reed Boggs

Is he going to drink 100 beers on the flight before competing?

 

[jonKranked]

Is he going to drink 100 beers on the flight before competing?

That would be a long flight. Is there a story behind this?

 

[Westy]

That would be a long flight. Is there a story behind this?

https://firstwefeast.com/drink/2015/06/wade-boggs-drank-100-beers

 

[Inclag]

 

[jonKranked]

https://firstwefeast.com/drink/2015/06/wade-boggs-drank-100-beers

The only thing I like about baseball is Doc Ellis.

 

[Westy]

The only thing I like about baseball is Doc Ellis.

As Inclag linked, more of an ASIP reference.

 

[jonKranked]

As Inclag linked, more of an ASIF reference.

Go download me a hoagie off the internet

 

[Westy]

Go download me a hoagie off the internet

 

[rideit]

That’s more of a shit-sandwich than a Hoagie.
But a Torpedo would work in a pinch.

 

[jstuhlman]

That’s more of a shit-sandwich than a Hoagie.
But a Torpedo would work in a pinch.

>insert loaf comment here<

 

[rideit]

beware of Subway’s Signature ‘Brown Trout’ sauce.

 

[kidwoo]

If it rains this weekend Paris-Roubaix will be the real rampage.

trying to figure out what to type that's legally defensible when you show up to work with three black eyes......

 

[Westy]

trying to figure out what to type that's legally defensible when you show up to work with three black eyes......

Aiming to bruise up the brown one I see.

Assault and buggery is a difficult defense.

 

[kidwoo]

Aiming to bruise up the brown one I see.

Assault and buggery is a difficult defense.

Like I said, I'm workin through it

stand by...

 

[Westy]

Like I said, I'm workin through it

stand by...

guessing you don't have the haircut for it.

 

[aaronjb]

That's not a haircut, that's a helmet.

 

[jonKranked]

beware of Subway’s Signature ‘Brown Note’ sauce.

Ask Jared

 

[manhattanprjkt83]

I have on good authority Rent Breeder was walking around north van late last week. Whatever happened to if I can walk I'll ride?

 

[jonKranked]

Genon in for Rheeder.

 

[Jm_]

Can't wait to see who dies this year.

 

[sethimus]

who’s commentating this year?