Trying A National Grade Downhill Track For The First Time

Описание: I decided to try a national grade downhill track which is situated in the Pac Pac Forest of Napier, New Zealand. The track is open once a year to practice on before the national DH champs happen in October (1 out of the 5 stages). I decided I would try the first practice sessions and get a feel for a DH track. And then decided to go back a few more times, (until my bike rear shock broke, I hurt my ribs and I also was unlucky and missed out on the limited seats to join in on the last 2 sessions lol). But it was a lot of fun and although I felt sketchy going down the first day, every session got easier and I was starting to build up the confidence to maybe even try some of the jumps eventually. But for now, I am just happy to have survived without any broken bones, I had fun and tried something I have been wanting to try for a long time. full respect to all the riders both male and female that ride downhill and that ride the big jumps. you are awesome!

I was riding a 150mm travel Specialized Stumpjumper 2016
filming with a GoPro Hero 7 Black
riding took place over 3 separate practice sessions August - September
some footage from the National DH champs at the end recorded in October
I had minor had a crash that hurt my ribs, due to my camera chest mount buckle smashing into my ribs, but apart from that everything went well.
My rear shock compression died and was stuck in the fastet recoil mode.
This has now been fixed $180NZD later!

Cheers and Ride Hard