GEE ATHERTON'S BIGGEST CRASH YET !

[@remymetailler]

Toughest dude out there. Can't believe you are doing so well after that!

[@AthertonRacing]

Cheers Rémy, definitely feeling better than 3 weeks ago! 🙏🏼

[@Short_knowledge]

I’m surprised he’s not in a wheelchair or paralysed, so many freestyle bike riders have had no where near crashes like that!! But they have never rode or get to see themself normal again…

[@NocturneOP55N1]

@@greenforest123 This.

[@andrewnorris5415]

Luckiest. But being fit and strong does help too. Hard to say if he will recover fully - his wrist etc will be painful for a long while, maybe permanently, especially when riding. Your comment may come off as, "tough dudes can get away with risk." People need to know it can be dangerous, the subconscious is looking for excuses to take risks as it gives many a drug-like buzz.

[@justsayin3600]

Don't get any ideas Remy! Your riding is good enough.🤙

[@RedBullBike]

Absolutely brutal crash, we’re beyond glad to see you’re already on the road back 💪. You got this G! ❤️

[@RomeMonkee]

Hope you guys are paying for his medical bill 🙊🙈

[@chimps4gimps]

@@RomeMonkee although medical care is free at the point of use in the UK.

[@AthertonRacing]

Cheers crew, couldn't do it without ya!

[@aidanclifford2164]

@@RomeMonkee its free in the UK....

[@adriancabrera3014]

Mmmmm it is necesary to almost kill someone just to promote energy drink? think about it ¡¡¡

[@wibmerfabio]

That was gnarly! Keep the recovery boss!

[@iver_gamre]

Hello, Fabio!

[@geoffwhite7535]

who pay for???????????? you, air ambulance is a charity , dope head

[@Smrdvnanmaklu]

just comming from insta reel🙁

[@juandelgado8330]

Wow 2 apart but so am I..

[@xStarz05]

Same

[@vitalmtb]

STRONGEST EVER! So stoked to see you progress! Love ya, Gee!

[@AthertonRacing]

Thanks guys! Big love 🙏🏼

[@chainreactioncycles]

Sooo gnarly 😳 Heal fast Gee man 🙌🏻💪🏻

[@AthertonRacing]

Appreciate it guys!

[@REVVINGRODNEY]

Ahhh This could be a good place to contact you “Chain Reaction Cycles” no point in trying any other Avenue...... worst company every.. Terrible Customer Service

[@James-yy4vl]

@@REVVINGRODNEY they once sold me a crankset with mashed up pedal threads and told me it was an error on my part when fitting it. I hadn’t fitted it yet 😂 wouldn’t refund, give discount or replace the part. Joke of a company

[@stevencraig9492]

Props to uploading this, can't pretend I wasn't keen to see it. Heal well!

[@AthertonRacing]

Thanks man, although I do wish I hadn’t watched it myself!

[@pmiller7886]

It's just like a practice race run, unless you watch close, how can you dial it in boss man? It was really bad by any normal standard 🤕, but it's another day in office for Gee-man! Step back, heal up, recalibrate the next line by 10% or so and crack on lad. I, personally, love your daring spirit and insane skills..just dial it back to plain lunacy🤪 and not utter madness 😵. So, I reckon 5-7% reduction on the barmy scale would do you just fine. Your recovery is amazing so far Gee, steady on lad!

[@jeffbielen664]

Just had a bad crash myself, resulting in a broken clavicle, scapula, 2 ribs, and a punctured lung. I was alone on a hidden trail and was barely able to hike/ride out while I coughed up blood and nearly blacked out. First couple weeks it felt like I would never heal, but now after 5 weeks I'm feeling improvement daily. Glad to see you are making such progress and that you have such a good team behind you. Injuries like this come when you least expect them, so be safe out there and enjoy every ride to the fullest!

[@wildlonewolf445]

Disassembled his whole body, This guy:Yea I'll be back within weeks

[@AthertonRacing]

Yep that sounds like Gee 😂

[@CANControlGRAFFITI]

That red bull money getting him fixed up can’t hurt

[@chris6559]

I hesitated before clicking on this, I know the area well, I live here and its even more gnarly than on the vid, the test of a true mountain biker is how they maintain passion after big injuries, Gee, you're top of the tree sir, chapeau with knobs on.

[@AthertonRacing]

Cheers Chris, it’s definitely a wild place! Appreciate the words man 🙏🏼

[@59trevski]

Omg hard core, you seem to be moving more towards crazy stuff on your mtb Gee. Even though you are amazing on the bike and great to watch. Don’t kill your self just for our entertainment. Everyone wants to see you ride for a good few years yet. Speedy recovery mate, an inspiration 🤘

[@starlight8170]

So Leid es mir tut.Aber du kannst echt froh sein,so ein tolles Physioteam hinter dir zu haben.Wir als normalos können froh sein überhaupt einen Termin beim Physio zu bekommen. Wünsche dir alles gute für deine Zukunft 💪

[@ThinkyPain]

OMG. Not sure I wanted to see that. Glad to see you up and moving Geeman!

[@AthertonRacing]

Thanks mate! Getting there 👊🏼👌🏼

[@WillyFoxx]

Daaamn! You guys are made from something special. Glad you are okay, it hurts just to watch it…sending good vibes, good luck on your recovery!! Beast!

[@johncantgame439]

Him: healing after 3 weeks, already standing and walking Me: *brakes collar bone* “this little maneuvers gonna cost me 51 years”

[@sepulsteve]

We'll see how he feels when he hits 51 years of age! Yikes!

[@CANControlGRAFFITI]

Redbull $$$

[@MegaLoquendo2000]

​@@CANControlGRAFFITIDefinitely doped up on pain meds beyond belief

[@paulmccarthy8916]

So great to see Gee Atherton on the mend. Such an inspiration and a role model. It was very heartwarming to see the whole mtb community show so much care and concern after the accident. Well done everyone concerned, this is such a positive strong recovery.

[@rock-and-dirt]

Like many, I'm always impressed with your ability and determination, always riding on the edge of possibility, literally. I wish you a full recovery, it is going to be long road but we'll see you back on the bike soon, racing and inspiring generations. All the very best Gee.

[@mikewhittaker387]

Gee, you are an inspiration. I love watching the big videos you've been throwing out and gutted about your crash. Really stoked for your recovery and I will be glad to see you on the bike again. Wishing you a speedy recovery. Look after yourself

[@rawclaw5333]

"it was a heavy one - even by my standards" You are a machine! Get well soon!

[@halffastguy8024]

Holy smokes, the GoPro doesn't do it justice, but that camera view of the crash from the side does! Amazing you're walking already! You are one tough dude! Take care, Gee-

[@StefanMytilineos]

Your strength, physical and mental is an inspiration to all of us Gee. Get well soon.

[@daveray-business-coach]

Gee. You are a warrior. That line looks absolutely insane. Made of tough stuff you athertons. Props for showing the crash. Less glamorous when it all goes wrong. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

[@Coolcmsc]

So pleased to hear your progress. And your courage showing this and talking about this to us, to your friends and most particularly to your loved ones is remarkable and certainly for the best. But we’re not surprised you’re here telling us all this. The Athertons are unique. Between you, you’re athletically unsurpassed; unmatched in performance, achievements, accolades and your enduring creative contribution to your sport. But it’s plain that this is because you’re unsurpassed as people: as wonderful, exceptional, lovely people 🌈🌈🌈🌈

[@frostmeister666]

Not heard you talk much, but I found this profound, inspirational motivation from you Gee. Thanks.

[@JimEckhardt]

Ja... My stomache dropped out and my heart stopped when he ejected. That was just insane!

[@tylerheaton9452]

Thanks for being real about the risks and consequences of high level performance and sharing your experience. All the best for a speedy and full recovery.

[@ajaxwalker]

There is some serious gopro effect in the POV footage. That is a ginormous fall when you see it at the 1:00min mark.

[@AthertonRacing]

She looked a lot bigger from where I was standing!

[@thmsvd]

The second tumble after the first hit seems to be almost as big.. this was a huge crash and I am so glad to see Gee in good spirits!

[@ThisIsMego]

@@AthertonRacing Isn't that always the case that stuff looks WAY bigger from up top? (I'm not saying it wasn't gnarly, I don't think I'd even want to STAND up there, much less ride it down)

[@inellialp]

Thanks for sharing it all with us and to inspiring us to get back at it after injuries!

[@getsomemtb7427]

"I want to take up mountain biking". "How's your health insurance plan?" Gnarly crash. Heal quickly!

[@GeddyRC]

@wilson fisch “free” nothing that require the goods and services of others is “free”, you pay for it through taxes. I don’t disagree that it’s better that way but stop calling it free, that’s dishonest at best, flat out lying at worst. It’s extremely expensive, it’s just paid for differently.

[@powerfuel297]

@wilson fisch In France you got all the taxes + the "social charges" to finance the social security which is cost a huge part of your income or your profits and even though its still in debt! I think that a better system would be to let the choice to people to finance either a public assurance or a private one or none of them if they want to take the risk when there are young and healthy.

[@getsomemtb7427]

@wilson fisch, what country do you live in? UK someplace? US is 37% combined Federal and state income tax. What's yours...45%? Though I would rather pay a little more so we all had equal health care, it won't happen for a long time here.

[@funnyclips.central]

@@getsomemtb7427 it’s definitely worth it. A common trend is that countries with higher taxes have better quality of life in almost every regard possible.

[@getsomemtb7427]

@wilson fisch, me too. Maybe I should retire in NZ. ;o) Chart I got info from say you are 39%. (I know it fluctuates because I pay about 28% in reality.) Half of Americans are brainwashed to believe social programs ruin everything but do little research. Cheers!

[@moveurass9529]

Really good to see you healing man. I broke my right ankle in 3 locations on the 19th of June while riding. And I remember after getting out of the hospital, scrolling through Pinkbike when I just saw the title of the article I was shocked. For me it's the first time going through an injury like that and at first I was really worried wether I was gonna make a full recovery. But seeing the progress you have made has really given me hope, though it's still quite a while until I can start putting weight on my leg again, I'm extremely motivated to get back to the point where I was. I truly wish you a full and speedy recovery. Greetings and best wishes from Germany! You took a big fuckin hit and to be standing strong like that - mad respect

[@aaronjones9845]

big love gee, your harder than a coffin nail.

[@AthertonRacing]

Cheers Aaron!

[@lcloon]

After that slammed on his back, and still no sign of spinal injury, can say that his just purely lucky. And yet he still said he’s gonna be back. Wishing him all the best, and wish to see how long will his spine last

[@roryspicer]

So good to hear you’re on the mend Gee 🙏 How much damage did your helmet and body armour sustain?

[@AthertonRacing]

Without that helmet I definitely wouldn't be talking to you now! Tt took quite the knock but it definitely did it held up and definitely kept my brains intact!

[@roryspicer]

Incredible kit and saved you life. Someone upstairs was looking out for ya! Heal up and looking forward to seeing you back on the bike once fully recovered 🤜🤛

[@danielerridge1214]

Saw Gee today at a cycle show. Stoked to see he is doing well and what a top fella. New Atherton bikes are stunning. Good luck with everything.

[@biskoss]

Flippin eck Gee, that could easily have been it. Glad you're made of sturdy stuff. Take care.

[@TheChillBison]

So glad you're alive. Prayers for a solid recovery. You're an inspiration.

[@mrbobuk123]

Too all of the football players out there falling over after and tackle watch this

[@sodaresoda]

What's the point of this comment?

[@nickmaclachlan5178]

@@sodaresoda To prove to the world in general that Football players, or Soccer player to our transatlantic brethren, are complete pussies. End of.

[@sodaresoda]

@@nickmaclachlan5178 and did your comment prove it? I hope so!

[@tonykasunic1]

Thank you for everything you and the family does for the sport of mountain biking, I'm sure you will heal fast and be better than ever in no time!!

[@mikem7553]

You are like the Wolverine. I'm sure we'll see you at hard-line no doubt 🤔👍

[@freshseeker]

Dude, with all of those bad ass edits you've put out, you earned a chill rest of the season. Please, NO MORE BIG CRASHES!

[@mopedmarathon]

I know you’re at the forefront of pushing the limits of mtb and advancing the sport in every way, I also know you accept the risks and could die tripping over your shoelace. However does the sport need to go to extremes in this way? I’m sure it could be pushed in other ways or at least made safer if it has to go to these gnarly do or die locations. Is it worth loosing a hero to millions and a member of a family for the next big edit. Rampage is also crazy. Just a death waiting to happen. If we can control the risks in other extreme sports / motorsport then surely we can do the same in mtb without taking away from the achievements of the rider / teams involved. I’m not trying to dull mtb down I promise I just think there needs to be as much investment in body armour that works without being intrusive etc as there is in marketing the products involved in the edit. Stay strong dude and hope you make a swift and full recovery.

[@timduncan9745]

You just dont get it do you..its just like the isle of man tt riders as an example..they do it because they love it it's in there blood you could say..even though they know the risks they accept it and a lot of them have even said that's why they do it...anyhow I hope you see what I am trying to say...respect to you gee keep doing what your doing (without the nearly killing yourself bit)you have massive conkers just like the tt and irish road race boys...

[@mopedmarathon]

Yeh I do get it. And I can relate to why. Iv done it. And Iv been to the funerals of those who wernt so lucky. Seeing the ones left behind in so much grief is why I wound it back a notch. I wouldn’t want to put those I hold dear in that position.

[@mopedmarathon]

My original post wasn’t meant to sound like we should all give up bikes and take up tiddlywinks just that a catch net here and there wouldn’t go amis.

[@timduncan9745]

@@mopedmarathon fair play pal.👍

[@timduncan9745]

@@mopedmarathon I have lost 3 friends over the years in motorbike crashes ..not stopped me though....same thing I suppose you know the danger is there but that's part of the reason you do it I suppose..anyway take it easy pal

[@robertneilvelasquez6592]

Wow! I think no one surpasses that heavy crash that happen to you.. and here you are standing! It’s freaking amazing!! Thanks to the incredible medics they heal you completely fast. Can’t wait to see you ride a bike again Gee!! You are absolutely freaking beautiful!

[@michaeldurkin8939]

Him talking to the camera is like a Tory MP sending out a public apology after getting caught cheating

[@AthertonRacing]

Hahahaha

[@philipB31]

Gee, absolute respect - wishing you a full and speedy recovery. Thank you for sharing this and we look forward to you being (safely) back on a bike. I am sure your family are all supporting, but take it easy until you’ve recovered properly.

[@patrickvannerum9327]

Those stupid “pro” soccer players (the actors) can learn something from you Gee! I’m glad to see the healing process is going well.

[@Rab_Cee]

Lmfao soccer is one of the safest sports you can do. They cry if ther hair gets messed never mind a bad tackle

[@KonnyP]

Lol I took my basketball player cousin mountain biking and he got one pedal to the shin and acted as if he'd just been shot in the leg

[@butt-wad3109]

Soccer has nearly become unwatchable.

[@KonnyP]

@@butt-wad3109 The amount of money they spend on setting up games where people try to kick a ball into a net smh

[@jordanprudent]

Cannot believe how quick you're recovering, I snapped my femur when I was 16 in a car crash and it took months to get to a point of any sort of walking with or without crutches. Sending the healing vibes Gee, you've got this

[@michaeltopping8893]

Hard as bloody nails Gee man!! One of the wildest riders for crazy, borderline unrideable lines. We're all behind you buddy!! Heal up and get well!

[@GymCatM_I_W]

What a strong man you are one of my idols on doing trails and downhill biking

[@ejphoto70]

you are pure steel man.. i hope you heal up fast and get back out there making the best videos around.

[@walterbrown6388]

Wow. So happy to hear that all is healing up and no long lasting head trauma. Can't wait to see you conquer that line.

[@juliusmexMX]

Man, glad you are doing better. You don't know me but I'm cheering for you, keep it up!

[@joecrowe7367]

Gee Atherton...one of the toughest S.O.B's there is! Smashing recovery already! Can't wait to see what you manage to do next, you'll be back in no time!

[@balloffires]

Happy to see and hear you're getting better and that you're in good spirits! Thinking of you!!!

[@estebanguerra4314]

I fractured my eye socket and jaw on the same day on my bike as well, I was wearing just my midface helmet. Seeing how you recover gives me strength every day so I can also improve and put a lot of courage in these difficult times.

[@steriledial]

Jeese Gee! You’re a true bloody Superhero! Wishing you the very best for a full recovery.

[@charliebattin5945]

We love you and respect you Gee. Please don’t kill yourself making these edits. Thanks for being part of the scene and blessings to your healing body.

[@flythefriendlyskies47]

Can't believe how good you're doing after only 3 weeks...good work!!

[@davidbritz27]

So glad to see you're on the mend Gee!!! You're made of different stuff

[@Mr.Redink]

This fkng guy man. Complete, absolute abstraction of the challenge and hardship that is remission and his injuries. Undeterred, determined. It's like he has to take a weekend off, hearing him speak about it. This is inspiring.

[@richardaustin6648]

Man that was a big stack!!!! You are literally the terminator. Great to see you on the mend!

[@stevethal-larsen6285]

Thanks for a little taste of reality for the rest of us. We're so used to seeing you clean impossible runs. It's an eye opener to see what you guys are ready to go through to get to your level of riding. Glad to see it wasn't worse and that your healing is going well.

[@JackHandelman]

I recently got 2 K-Wires in my radius cause of a ski crash and you've been my inspiration to keep at the PT

[@Antjan46]

Happy to see you on the mend, in just 3 weeks, tough as nails! Get well soon sir!!

[@78djg]

Almost didnt want to watch this. So pleased your doing well and on the mend Gee. Amazing that your recovering that quick with those injury’s. Heal up soon bud 👊👊

[@danjones8934]

That is heavy! Glad to see you’re on the road to recovery. Sending all the positive thoughts!

[@TonyToretto25]

Great to hear from you Gee & see the progress of your recovery. Best of luck through all the ups & downs that are still ahead.

[@windrock4511]

Your attitude motivates all of us!!! Speedy recovery~

[@okatbikes4917]

Thanks for going to the lengths you do to entertain us!

[@leonunes9788]

Wishing you a good recovery. Thanks for the thoughtful message on how you are dealing with it all.

[@h20s8804]

Extra Ordinary all around. Best wishes here from Oregon, USA, for a speedy recovery.

[@richardparsons7012]

Ouch, what a tumble! My femur rod lives on the mantlepiece nowdays. Had it taken out for one reason or another, and kept it! And I can't tell I broke it nowdays, other than the scars. You'll get there dude. Can't wait to see vids of you back on the bike.

[@riznaldo07]

Glad to see you're ok, wishing you a speedy and healthy recovery back to 100%. Absolute soldier!!!

[@erxnm]

Wishing you a strong recovery 💪

[@snowdog72]

Incredible progress so far . That's why you're a legendary rider. Get well soon mate.

[@fttFrankDaTank]

healing vibes Gee, so sorry to hear about the crash, especially with you pioneering such epic excursions. Delighted to hear you are on the mend and looking forward to seeing you back in action! :)

[@timhans1320]

Best of all for your recover - it was a huge crash but its nice to hear you speaking about courage in these situations! Best wishes!

[@tonyb9735]

I like that you remain positive; instead of feeling sorry for yourself you see that it could have been worse and that actually you have been lucky. Positive Mental Attitude. Stay strong. Hope the rest of your recovery goes as well and as quickly.

[@chrisgoblin4857]

Glad to hear you're on the mend Gee. You're a bloody superhuman. Healing vibes heading your way.

[@martinchapman1032]

Man that was some huge crash and it looked like nothing on the POV camera. Mad respect to the lines you do be riding. The slate line represents my dream kind of lines and here today someone is hitting it.

[@georgepotts8809]

You are lucky to not be dead!! Keep going👍👍👍The GoPro footage at the start is insane

[@TreesnakeTV]

Fantastic positive attitude. Absolute warrior . Wishing you all the best 👍🏻

[@henrytaylor4616]

I had a big crash 7 weeks ago breaking the base of my skull and 6 vertebrae, I was super lucky that my spinal cord wasn’t compromised! I can’t wait to start physio and get back on the bike and it’s really inspiring seeing you back upright and with such a positive attitude! Total tough guy! Get well soon Gee💪

[@jakeo6528]

unreal...keep up the work and glad you're progressing so well!

[@pauk9638]

Happy that you are alive!! Get week as fast as possible 💙

[@Lew699]

My heart sank! Hope you make a full recovery and get back into your full form! Absolute crazy lad!

[@lewisrobertson5082]

Fair play for getting straight back into it after that crash. That's wild! Hope the recovery continues to go well 👍

[@chrisbeere2117]

Stoked to see you back up on your feet Gee. That line looks straight up lethal.

[@thewildhare4214]

G! You are an inspiration to us all! Keep doing what you are doing! I’m sure I speak for everyone when I say we are glad you are okay! Legend!

[@Teranova]

Hope your ok man, hope for a reasonable recovery.

[@gregm2557]

The Athertons are made of different stuff and Gee’s crash just proves it! We know you will be back better than ever!

[@elliottwoodhouse6841]

So glad you getting better your my role model because you inspire me for this sport and how much you been through but you just don’t stop keep going

[@PedalingDave]

Your later years may suck from this stuff, but props for all the heart you have to continue on. As others have said, ride how you want for you, not the entertainment for the masses, sponsors, or otherwise. Heal up quick 🙏

[@MotionScapeCinema]

A true warrior...never gives up even in the toughest times...big up yourself G!! Looking forward to seeing you back stronger than ever!!

[@danielmarsland7519]

Watching the first pov I thought it looked bad because the gopro had maybe fallen but that zoomed out view Holy christ!! Keep heeling mate! Hope to see you recover fully All the best!

[@Guild176]

You’re so inspiring brother, in so many ways. I hope you never stop riding

[@purelymountainbiking4697]

Gee thanks for making the key point, if your going at it its the risk you must be prepared to take, I spent a week in hospital after a big hit but.....when you get home and you can't lie down and have to sit upright for 6 weeks, get help with being clothed, washed and dealing with a challenging mindset its a sport that demands and asks allot, if or when it goes wrong, compelling post as its not easy to watch back as I've been there recently to so listen to the legend guys as he's saying it exactly how it is - speedy recovery Gee you will be back better than ever ❤ 🏆

[@canoepolomattyp]

Brutal! Heal fast mate! Bloody stella attitude!

[@My320i]

Hey Gee, that was an absolutely huge crash! You surprise us all everyday and show us what it means to have strength within. Recover quick man🤟🏻💪🏻

[@plautze23]

Healing Vibes to Gee. Man im really shocked after watching this footage :/ glad to see you doing so well on recovery. Stay strong!

[@TheBeautifulbeard]

What a legend. Can't wait to see you back shredding G-man 💪🏻