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slyfink

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haven't seen this posted on any of our regular mtb sites, but it seems Lourdes will host a DH world cup 'test event' April 22-23 so that Warner/Discovery/ESO can all learn to work together...

source (en français...)
 

slyfink

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I'll be keen to hear how it went. Maybe if we're lucky there'll even be a re-broadcast... you know, to test the public's reaction to the product?!
 

slimshady

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GCN+ now have the upcoming MTB races they'll be airing listed.

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Where can I find that internationally? Since this is Disco, should it be under HBO Max?

EDIT: Installed the GCN+ app in the TV, the race listing (at least here) is rather stupid. Only Nove Mesto and Lenzerheide listed under MTB.

Oh well, I guess we'll have to wait and see.
 
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Gary

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the word (I assume) you find vulgar is often used as a term of enderement in my country.
I was using it to refer to the collective "we" ie. the consumer/viewer.
 

toodles

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I don't have GCN+ subscription but was going to get one before the first DH WC if that is the simplest way to view them. Whats their coverage normally like? I've never used it before.
 

Gary

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No idea. Cycle road racing coverage is generally available free elsewhere. just like mtb once was. RIP :cray:
just looked at the GCN+ subscription page and what they offer just now seems a shite deal for the money.
 
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6thElement

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do you guys have a subscription to GCN+ already?
Yes, have had it for a couple of years at least for their cycling documentaries and the road racing coverage.
I don't have GCN+ subscription but was going to get one before the first DH WC if that is the simplest way to view them. Whats their coverage normally like? I've never used it before.
Their streamed road and CX racing coverage also airs on TV on the Eurosport channel in Yurp, so it's of a high quality. Their MTB racing broadcast coverage quality is an unknown at this point as they haven't had MTB before.
 

norbar

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Yes, have had it for a couple of years at least for their cycling documentaries and the road racing coverage.

Their streamed road and CX racing coverage also airs on TV on the Eurosport channel in Yurp, so it's of a high quality. Their MTB racing broadcast coverage quality is an unknown at this point as they haven't had MTB before.
Didn't Eurosport used to carry XC in some countries not that long ago? I have a vague recollection of that. Also what about World Champs?

Do we know the presenters for now?
 

toodles

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Full coverage video from EDR Maydena up now. They did a pretty decent job of it I reckon. Especially a video of that length so soon after the event.

 

slyfink

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Gracia commentator. Interesting. He's been doing the French broadcast for the past little while if I'm not mistaken? So he knows the ropes... Not a complete failure I guess... time will tell. But Rob and Eliott will certainly be missed.

Also interesting that the semi-finals will be free and the finals behind a paywall. I guess that gives us the opportunity to "try before you buy"?
 

norbar

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Gracia commentator. Interesting. He's been doing the French broadcast for the past little while if I'm not mistaken? So he knows the ropes... Not a complete failure I guess... time will tell. But Rob and Eliott will certainly be missed.

Also interesting that the semi-finals will be free and the finals behind a paywall. I guess that gives us the opportunity to "try before you buy"?
Didn't he pop in a few times for redbull feeds? One thing that makes me worried is the other commenter not being from the MTB space. I am worried we will get Eurosport level commentary
 

Happymtb.fr

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Gracia has been commentating races in French during the past years. I never listened but French dudes on another forum aren't spoiled with enthusiasm about his performance... let's see how it goes
 

norbar

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Gracia has been commentating races in French during the past years. I never listened but French dudes on another forum aren't spoiled with enthusiasm about his performance... let's see how it goes
I've seen similar comments. I think he is better as a guest than as someone who needs to carry the stream. You need someone who likes to talk a lot (potential RM hire? )
 

Fool

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at least they didn't hire mountain biking's version of Will-Ferrell-channeling-Harry-Caray, Claudio Caluori

 

6thElement

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The "new" coverage of the XCC today was fine, Evie didn't get the win in the womens, but Pidcock got it done in the mens \o/
 

Gary

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Was it watchable free? (or replay)
I used to enjoy watching the odd WC XC race. But wouldn't ever stay in especially to watch one or pay for the pleasure.
 

6thElement

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Was it watchable free? (or replay)
I used to enjoy watching the odd WC XC race. But wouldn't ever stay in especially to watch one or pay for the pleasure.
We'd already had GCN+ for a couple of years. Watched the full replays Friday night, not sure if there were any highlights on YT from other sources.