CULTCREW/ DAKOTA ROCHE/ TO BE CONTINUED

“This is a difficult video to write about and the first time I’m speaking publicly about it, but her it goes- I spent most of 2023 on the injured list, but was working on a Cult part with Grant C between injuries. Finally getting to a somewhat healthy place in November, I started really shifting gears with filming and gettin some tricks I was psyched on… unfortunately that all ended in a horrific slam on November 25th where I sustained a burst fracture in my spine causing temporary paralyses and the need for emergency surgery.
Some VERY dark times followed between a multiple night stay in the ICU and having to navigate home life with a walker, catheter, excruciating pain and a newborn baby. So many people deserve praise for their help during this time, but there’s no way I could’ve gotten through this without my wife. She became a 24/7 caretaker for our infant daughter and myself… how much she stepped up during this time cannot be overstated.
This project is a combination of a video part filmed prior to the crash, and a short documentary on my injury and life for the 4 months following. On a much more positive note, I’m 5 months post injury and have made a pretty miraculous recovery thus far. I’m blessed to say getting back to riding isn’t too far off in the future and I’m working hard every single day to make it happen. Thanks to all who support me and like what I do, it means SO much. Wallrides soon “🖤 -Dakota Roche
Thank you @cultcrew, @veeshermang (editing and documentary), @grantcbmx (riding footage) and @calvinkosovich (additional filming) for making this project possible.

[@mikemastroni]

Incredibly inspiring stuff Dak, Veesh, Grant, and everyone involved. This is heavy, but it’s really important to see what a pro rider at this level goes thru to make these kind of parts. Thank you Dak, and wishing you a speedy recovery on the rest of your journey. ❤

[@DIGBMXOfficial]

Dak always inspiring, even in the most adverse of situations. ❤

[@brandoncruz1002]

DAK has been and will always be my favorite rider/person. Glad he’s overcoming this challenge

[@russman40]

So grateful that you've still got the use of your legs, Dak. You're an inspiration to the BMX community and beyond. Heal strong brother 💪

[@speedyway18c]

The video clip of rudimental comes to mind when i watch this... Im greatful to see your recovery brother ... I had a fall at work.... off scaffolding... i fell 6 meters down to concrete ..(just shy of 20 ft) It took time, but i persisted and trained to walk again and in good time was able to ride my bmx... Im back to work again now and alot more conscious of the risks i take :) For work ... aswell as for fun Keep riding safe brothers

[@dfz4130]

TROOPER! This man’s catalog of insane video parts is truly unparalleled, went IN more than I can even imagine for some of the most iconic and heaviest moves on a BMX… EVER! Dak you are so frickin inspirational! Wish ya nothing but the best! (the fact that you have kept all this to yourself and your closest all this time speaks volumes about your strength and integrity as a human being!) Salute!

[@sole__doubt]

Dakota Roche the man, the myth, the legend... and of course the epic mustache. \m/

[@letoblack178]

So inspiring! The GOAT for sure.

[@darceyenarson1935]

You sharing this and being vulnerable is very important for educating everyone Dak Praying for a full recovery That would be so scary

[@cattalkbmx]

While it's heartbreaking and terrifying to hear about your injury your story continues to inspire as usual. The BMX community loves you, wishing you and your family the best, stay strong on your path to recovery - you've got this!

[@STUDIOAUGIE]

Proud of you dak

[@vucko2885]

To see someone as amazing as Dak bring themselves back from something so terrifying helps put the weird injuries and ailments that are keeping me off my bike for over 6 months in perspective. Time to get better!! ❤

[@dustyyshellz1320]

The fall risk wrist band 😭

[@dantebonus]

бедный мужик, разьёбся на старости лет... главно чтоб восстановился!!!

[@kevparker4604]

You’ve had a lucky escape… knock it on the head now, you have a family… it’s not worth the risk at this level. Parker ❤

[@bmx4ever20]

Let’s gooo Dak is such a beast! I wish You a speedy recovery big dog👊🏻 you got this, shout out to your wife for keeping things held down, she’s a saint

[@MakeEverything]

Can’t put this man down 🫡

[@allennickles3970]

Holy Shit Dak I had no ideal. Keep pushing brother

[@Tlynch4130]

Living fucking legend

[@elijahheavener3601]

U r my favorite cult rider 1'st and 4most I hope 4 a speedy recovery and can't wait till u get better keep up the therapy and I'll pray 4 u and ur family

[@ralptyrab.8495]

This is a wake up call; listen to your love ones

[@Fckrep]

Oh This video can help us, if it happen......

[@SEproducti0n]

Legend inspired me to learn 360 about 12 years ago. Please, be ok

[@GrantCastelluzzo]

Toughest dude there is. Love you Dak.

[@3rdWorldNola]

More Moz in riding edits please.

[@itskevinzerbe]

Amazing. Tough to see that fall and struggle, but so important. Shows us that vulnerability is strength too. And as a dad to a young kid myself, I relate to the drive to be stronger for our children. No amount of pain can keep a dedicated father from doing what he must to take care of his family. This is inspirational to say the least!

[@rokkrivec]

so inspirational, what a champ. you got this bro! can't wait to see you murder the streets and all those epic wallrides again! 🤘🤘

[@aubreetime]

Nothing but love. Everybody's hero! 🙌🖤

[@Greg-TC]

Holy shit... Dak has always been an inspiration and now he's inspiring in a totally new way. That's why he's the ultimate G!! Can't wait to see what you do next, both on and off the bike

[@marios3886]

Best Wishes to Dakota and all people involved. Godspeed.

[@anhumblemessengerofthelawo3858]

Yeah, I would suggest avoiding riding the day when Mars and Saturn square exact, in the first degrees of the Sign. All contest dates should be approved by an ancient astrologer; no joke. Cosmic sympathy is real. Glad you're okay.

[@KurtAlbrecht-b7w]

Seriously sick riding...hope you recover completely...either way, badass riding.

[@MntlMajorkozmo]

Seeing the athletes speak about their injuries now rehumanises them and brings things back into perspective. We put people like Dak on podiums akin to Demigods, they aint. Just like us they break and bleed. We need more of this stuff.

[@oleglyubimov8644]

Wish you speedy recovery ❤ this was heartbreaking to watch..

[@vldmaiden]

DAK ATTACK

[@MOTOBUNKA]

BMX Hero!!

[@FaTnEk757]

Life as a bmxer!!!!! This pretty much sums up BMX!!!!!! What a great person to represent real BMX!!!!!!!!!!

[@viniciusneves900]

Dude, I didn't even know I could be more fan of you

[@SchnellVITALVINYLVLOG]

Gnarly it's definitely scary when you're in a situation where you don't know if you'll be able to walk again. I don't wish that feeling on anyone. Get well soon.

[@Ful-OGold]

Dude who pays for the hospital bills? These athletes put their life on the line all the time to push their products. They don’t get nearly enough money for what they do.

[@tinytiredan5912]

Alaways firght for Forward progress..comming back 10x stronger 💪 🤘🏻

[@MOUNTAINBROTHERACTUAL]

Thank you for putting this out into the universe. Much respect, brother.

[@aurteekay6339]

Well…… this video makes me feel a bit less frustrated about my broken wrist.. sorry bro 😅 this is jacked up!! Couldn’t imagine

[@nicholasporter20]

Hell yeah DAK!!!.. everyone's on your side.. youll be back better than ever!!!.

[@thesidewalksaint6236]

Yeah I pretty much quit riding Street when my skull touched my spine

[@DiReNate]

Wow, been watching Dak ride for 15 years now. What an eye opener. You are and will always be an inspiration. On or off the bike we respect the #DAK you're a mother fucking beast.

[@butchwagaman3521]

Dude.... I know exactly what you're going thru. Not the same situation but same outcome. BMX has been my savior. If not for BMX I would be in a wheel chair now. Same injury different circumstances. Work hard my brother. Your family depends on you. Heal quick bro. Looking forward to a part 2.

[@kylopes]

Wow Dak always seemed invincible no Matter what dead man shit he was doing. All the best for the recover you are an ABSOLUTE LEGEND

[@RobertWilson-gl6xu]

Ah bless him, so glad Dakota is ok. Had a back injury myself in 96, not through riding but immediately i couldn't move my legs. Like Dak i recovered fairly quickly, shock stops movement to prevent more injury. Dak will only get stronger. He's gotta finish his part.

[@asherweck]

Glad you’re recovering Dak. One of the toughest dudes I’ve seen on a bike. We all have to walk away eventually.. I had to walk away a couple years ago. I never was sponsored or professional but after some injury/ loss of teeth, and getting a career going at the age of 30, I can’t risk those kind of injuries.. always ride, but maybe think about your next move brother. Love you and I hope you recover 100%. 💯

[@JohnDuthie]

This is the first time im hearing this! Strogest dude on BMX! Heal up Dak!

[@sakkfanatik]

i know ist awkward to wear a helmet while street riding but I still remember Mike Aitken. Since then I always wear a helmet + protective gear. I want to see my son growing up..... Respect to Metalbikes Sean Burnes :D

[@JeanCarlos-zw6wl]

Lots of strength brother, from the best exponents of the sport, speedy recovery and good health. Is incredible.

[@benvarley2927]

Wish I could watch this. To many flashing transitions. Won't watch due to epilepsy, but I do think his style is there (Instagram clips)

[@chrissellers4519]

The coolest man on a BMX, the baddest mother f###er on a walker or pair of crutches. Keep going Dak, you got this.

[@menace204]

I had the pleasure, the absolute honour of meeting dak way back in like 2007, and he is such a good, genuine dude. It’s really great to see him getting thru something so devastating.

[@GilesForrester]

... woah ! >> Dac

[@spike7038]

Dude is made of different stuff. All the very best to him. Reminds me of John Cardiel getting told he’d never walk again and him telling the doctors ‘you don’t know me, I fucking walking out of here’

[@dieseldabz7104]

Man this video was 𝙉𝙊𝙏 easy for me to watch. I had a similar terrible accident and spinal cord injury and I get the immediate panicking Dak went through. I saw my right arm flailing around on its own with no input from myself like a fish out of water so my initial thought was I severed my arm 𝙉𝙊𝙏 realizing it was from nerve damage until much later in the trauma center. Why I'm so big on safety and folks wearing their helmets as I also suffered a massive head Injury and would be gone today if not for some miracle. Just make sure the risk is worth the reward people because if you aren't a paid athlete this gets expensive quickly and can forever change your life and career goals.

[@cypri1101]

Grateful you can be able to walk away from that! Take a rest from bmx as long as needed, take care of you and your family. You've done more than the job already man. Well deserved rest 💪❤ Thank you for pushing the limits everytime and get well soon ❤

[@n_n]

Amazing watch

[@danthayer4770]

Keep pushing Dak. You're the man. GOAT

[@squalla5452]

Lets fucking go Dak! Keep pushing bro we're all rooting for you

[@exvho9629]

So happy being able to see dak recover from such an injury 🙏

[@arielgarcia8377]

Dakota is the goat of explosive style, I'm very happy you're on the road, you're my inspiration to go out and ride, can't wait to see you back in two wheels, my prayers are with you brother

[@jordanross4472]

a lot of people would find it hard to understand; father time just stamping his legend(s). looking forward to seeing ur next production famo. rest well and stay savage.

[@neonnerd1364]

I remember when this happened. Scotty cranmer talked about it on his channel.

[@adantinocofranco8708]

Tú eres uno de los mejores raiders....igual el más fuerte...que gusto verte mejor, queremos verte pronto haciendo ese street que tu sabes...como en los viejos tiempos

[@channelite]

I think this video shows you need to draw a line about going too far. Lucky that the rider can walk. He could have ended up like Pat Casey.

[@samuelmonsalve9913]

I'm so scared of medical bills. Just kill me. But I don't have a kid. Good on you man.

[@BrandoTheBug05]

absolutely fucking amazing

[@xtobinx]

Damn what a story! Defo you're not done Dak! Keep going and keep progressing Boss!

[@Sav0094]

I just recently dislocated my finger and its been wrapped for a few weeks and still is i cant wit to get better so i can ride this is really inspiring

[@emceeaspect]

I had shoulder surgery in February, my daughter arrives in august. healing up to carry her through life is key especially for a risk taker like you and me. lol

[@Eduardo-gj9di]

Dak é um exemplo de força de vontade, constância e paixão pelo esporte e pela vida. Tenho certeza que ele vai ficar bem.

[@jaumesintess850]

Fire video. You're a beast Dak let's keep it going. ❤

[@jaxxtenmarkko8489]

So grateful you still have use of your legs heal up quick homie you’ll come back stronger then ever

[@robbosaurus100]

You should put an epileptic warning before the video

[@beatarcheologzt]

Dak is a Legend. Favorite riders Favorite rider Heal up bro

[@patricioalvarezgonzalez7895]

Este hombre mis respetos es leyenda entre los mejores riders del mundo un saludo y fuerte abrazo desde México las mejores vibras máster

[@dgw6448]

How does the 150k bill from the hospital get paid ?

[@blakecolden4635]

Am playing as dakota in the bmx streets game right now and decided to go on youtube this was the fist thing that came up

[@hristoenev4130]

Such a hard and at the same time inspiring video. Mad respect DAK!

[@Greg-TC]

Everyone who's into bmx at all should watch this

[@travissapp4961]

Wow ouch 🙏dak get better I meet you in person 2 times again get better soon

[@prod.marciano]

WOW TE PASA ESTO EN LATAM Y NO CAMINAS MAS, QUE BUENA SALUD LA DE EEUU. GRANDE DAKOTA!

[@Greg-TC]

Wow Dak is the man!! I hope he has a speedy full recovery

[@THEHKBMX]

hope you get back on your feet and get on with bmx 😎🤘

[@Sharpened_Spoon]

Love and best wishes Dak! ❤ Hope to see you back in the streets soon enough!

[@franksvenatra]

You will recover. Wishing you all the best.

[@a.g.experimentallaboratory9853]

Во блин, даже не знал. Дакота красавчик, стремлением и движением доказал телу что позвоночник ему еще пригодится)

[@arikbahula]

lets go DAK! inspiring since my youth🖤

[@D_Moore]

Bmx is childish, give it up. There are better things in life

[@PyroJosh222]

0:28 left my boy hanging 😭 lol sick vid tho dak always kills it!

[@marathaliullin2297]

Скорейшего выздоровления!

[@marianelalafrossia5354]

vamos dak!!

[@seanedwards6193]

LOVE YOU BROTHER KEEP ON GOING MY FRIEND! BMX FOR LIFE!

[@SuperBooProductions]

Sickest riding so creative so much control

[@emilioandrade3982]

recovery soon Dak the bmx waits for you ❤

[@rodbouchan]

Dak is the best! Real inspiration right there! 🔥🔥🔥