DISASTER FINAL STAGE CANAZEI EWS #2.

[@RCblake07]

The fact you crashed 3 times and were probably feeling discouraged and you still asked someone if they were okay that was crashed says a lot about you dude! Good luck this year!

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

I never like seeing other riders trackside in case they are hurt. Luckily just a mechanical.

[@BCpov]

Great job not letting go of your bike when you first crashed! You were back on instantly! Edit: **Asks fellow riders if they're good** 😂 Doesn't get more Canadian than that!

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

I just didn't want it to fly down the hillside!

[@emusp]

It was one of the best barrel roll with a bike I have seen.

[@davidesparon1487]

A genuine example of never giving up...in such a physical stage as well 😳 Thumbs up Jesse 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 Well done 👏🏼

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Thank you!

[@MK-tt5xy]

Thanks for sharing, Jesse. Looks like a brutal stage. Kudos for never giving up.

[@natronbetticus]

agreed. this is definitely something i can relate to...trying to refocus and fight through the adrenaline after making a mistake

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Never ever!

[@jamdwan]

Awesome weekend and results again Jesse. Fingers crossed for that number 1 at end of season!!!! Good luck man.

[@vert_n_dirt]

Speed is definitely there, youre not hurt and still in the hunt. Not to worry

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Thank you! Another round to clean it up

[@piciu256]

@@JesseMelamedMTB do you wear full protection or aim for better breathability?

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

@@piciu256 back protection and knee bads

[@mathieusoucy7904]

Impressive composure! After 2 crash in a stage I can't get out of my head the idea of giving up. Good job on the 4th place, keep on givin'er Jesse!

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Thanks! Just got to keep going.

[@alexanderwanner4360]

What an insane run. Wouldn't see it as a disaster tho I'm sure you've already watched the crashes several times to find the mistakes and learn what to do different for the next race. Mental run!

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Yes but it’s still a race this time that I messed up!

[@kevinallen6509]

Best coverage of the event again! You did not give up and kept it pinned! The speed at which you guys are going is insane!

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Thanks a ton! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@MTBMcPhee]

Thanks for posting this run Jesse, it's an inspiration. I had a bad race recently and I kind of gave up, but I only missed the next spot up by 0.7s. Seeing you still ripping it after 3 crashes just shows that it's never really over when you're thinking about the overall race or championship 🙌

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

You never know how others will be doing so you have to keep going.

[@nicks2716]

My god, what perseverance. The three crashes in total I bet you lost no more than 20 seconds. And to continue giving that supreme effort after being rattled like that? Just awesome! Thank you so much for sharing. I’ve loved this series of videos.

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

I'm glad you enjoyed it! There is no chance to give up when the clock is still ticking.

[@mattsalladay7190]

The ninja roll on the first crash might have been the fastest way through that corner. Watching the raw vid everyone was getting hung up there. Solid results this weekend in spite of it all, nice work dude!

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Haha maybe if I didn’t slow down coming in! Then definitely faster.

[@lamafourtwenty9711]

The amount of just raw base speed of yours is amazing and inspiring. 🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Thanks!

[@heirilosman4926]

Regardless of the podium step, you’re a champ already based on effort alone and checking up on that fallen rider. All the best this year to you!

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Thank you!

[@Goose077]

Absolutely incredible ride Jesse, stunning. I wish I had a quarter of your skill and determination. Well done from the UK!

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@In_dependent]

Love your uploads man!

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Thanks!

[@soniaterazzi]

Never end this stage...😱😱😱😱Bravo Jess any way

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Merci!

[@TheyForcedMyHandLE]

Despite facing challenges, kept pushing. Never gave up. That's the mentality of champion right there.

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Thank you!

[@Twentykixx]

If Jesse is crashing... I never had a chance. Brutal stage brother, kudos for sharing. Today it was Epic! 💯

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

You're welcome!

[@padovann]

The EWS is psycho!! You’re all monsters for tackling these races yeeeesh 🤘

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

haha Thanks!

[@fundabidozi4016]

Well done on getting up so quick after each crash, maintaining such a crazy pace throughout and even had the time to ask bikers on the side of the track if they're alright... You're an amazing rider, man!!

[@KiangaBahati]

That could not have been easy to post, but thank you for doing so. And even with the mistakes you STILL got good time!!! Again thanks for sharing man. Great to watch you never give in spirit at work.

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Glad you enjoyed it! Always something to learn.

[@craigkoz2478]

These stages are absolutely monster.... What!?! well done man I can't begin to imagine what it takes to push that hard the whole way down

[@janataman9196]

When I try to push as hard as you, Jesse, I would crash 100 percent minimum 100 times.. ^^

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

It happens

[@peterbroderson6080]

Impressed! Just riding his GoPro was enough for me!!!

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Me too now!

[@renzodaprato8356]

You are the best man! I’ve ride this for EWS100 and seeing you manteining this performance for so long is impressive.

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Hope you had fun in your race!

[@Rymdll]

Sometime hard day in the office happened. You`re the man Jesse!

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Exactly. Not my best run, but there will be more.

[@enricocarnevali65]

What a race it was, I was doing the Marshal on the ridge at Tutti Frutti and it was fantastic to see how strong you are, I'm sorry about your fall, and despite everything you did a great time, good Jesse.

[@Soso64bit]

the perseverance is uncanny.. well done!

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Thanks!

[@dan2782]

thats one hell of a stage! so sick and Jesse showing the fighter spirit 💪

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

It's a mega stage!

[@jeffreydzialo]

Great riding! That slam came out of no where, but you were right back on the attack. Looking forward to you next winning run!

[@jfs6545]

I know you hate crashing for any reason, but I do hope there is some satisfaction in that result. Proud of you, man! Can't wait to cheer you in the next one!

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Definitely happy to be finishing 4th with a bad race, I know I can improve and be better.

[@justingardner5943]

Oh Man! That looked a Brutal Physical stage. We appreciate you sharing the highs and lows of your journey. Keep it up fella.

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Thank you!

[@WWulf]

Looked like you really had to wrestle keeping the bike on track. Wow what an pace and effort. 👍👍👍

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

It was a little bit slippery everywhere!

[@ChunkyCheeseBurglar]

Yo jesse! I joint team rocky today! Picked up an altitude a30. First time riding 29er too! Just waiting on ride wrap to arrive and then im ready to send it! Keep it up dude!

[@kapnobataii]

That was a brutal track dude, don't sweat it, we all know you're a champ.

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Another chance next round!

[@andreaanselmi7302]

Great job Jesse! 3 crashes and still super fast! Waitin' for a great race in La Thuile!

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Me too!

[@LegendsOfTheLoam]

True grit 💪tough gig there Jesse big respect for keeping her pinned after all that chaos 🔥 you'll get em next time mate!

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Thank you!

[@7mmScout]

You've sure got some grit there Jesse. I'm really impressed

[@RobinStethem]

First fall was very graceful looks like you almost just did a full shoulder roll still clipped in, great job getting back on the bike that’s what it takes to be the best. Good luck and looking forward to seeing you on the podium!

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Thanks 👍

[@fillfreakin2245]

Holy sh!tballs, what pace to maintain for such a long course. Most of us would take 30-60 min to get down that. That's moving time, with another 30-60min of break time to get rid of arm pump, look at the views, having some water... Weird finish too, through the streets - I would have missed a turn for sure at those speeds! And that wall of TV's at the end - better hope the brakes are still working at that point, LOL!

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

haha love that you enjoyed everything about it! Enduro is sweet for that!

[@cdbmtb]

Dang your hands stayed on the bars the whole time, impressive! No way I could have recovered like that. Great job man! Loving you POV videos of EWS.

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

I just didn't want to lose the bike down the hillside!

[@patrickkim4612]

Good job! Looking forwards to your next ridings. Take care!

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

More to come!

[@dimimtb]

Well done! 👍

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Thanks!

[@boringuserhandle]

Dude, that was wild! You've clearly got the pace and still a great result. Good luck for the next one! I'll cheer you on in Finale and Tweed Valley.

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Sick! See you there!

[@mrsmartypants_1]

Great job Jesse. Major tenacity to keep giving her hell after an obviously very hard stage. On a side note - sure wish GoPros would get better - it’s impossible to get a feel for how steep/difficult the terrain is. The 3 slide outs came as surprises due to the fish eye crapiness of GoPro perspective.

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

They came as a surprise to me too haha

[@CreatureSkateboardC2]

I can feel that throat pain in those “Aaahj” crazy stage! You kept it together under tough tough conditions

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

I was trying to give it my all!

[@deisen123]

I watched the Fast and Furious 9 before seeing your race run. This had me more gripped than the movie and the movie was crazy.

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

hahaha that's awesome.

[@snat6299]

Wow dude that was awesome! Thank you for letting us share that crazy stage!

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jojotherider1977]

Thanks for sharing this. its so good and you are going at dizzying speeds. I already knew the race results and I was still gutted for you when I saw Moir finish right after you.

[@bbarker5766]

That was one hell of a stage!! We all make mistakes and even though we can't change them in the heat of the moment we sure as hell can learn from them. I noticed something after your 2nd crash. You got up and started pushing super hard but made a few more smaller mistakes almost immediately but then I saw you calm down and ride smoother which let you charge in a better way. Then that third on was just what I call a WTF moment that happened so quick but you stayed calm got back on track and pushed hard to the end. It sucks and I understand but good job in calming down and not taking yourself out completely!!

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

I think I agree, but honestly, I tried to just ride that next line super in control but it was just so slippery that there was nothing I could do. Just another mistake. The roots were hard!

[@bbarker5766]

@@JesseMelamedMTB roots suck!!! I have a nice scar from them. Lol

[@kevinh4631]

Great job Jesse, way to stick with it

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Always!

[@SergeyZinder]

Awesome run!!! Very inspiring

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@SergeyZinder]

@@JesseMelamedMTB The most enjoyable part was to see how quickly you recover and continue. Very inspiring!

[@bigshedstudios1893]

Intense. Fantastic effort dude. Never give up.

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Thanks a ton!

[@Dorkbike]

Dang, way to push. That stage looked amazing and brutal all rolled into one.

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Classic enduro stage!

[@markgeard2145]

Talk about an on the edge of your seat movie !!!!! You are nails dude !!

[@davec3568]

Incredible riding and determination! Thanks for the vid, very inspirational. 😀

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@glennmulholland9095]

Good job after two spills !

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

3!

[@lukerlaforest4039]

Great work Jesse!

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Thanks!

[@mickopulencia653]

Wow! Just wow!

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

yup!

[@bikingwithryan5968]

Looked brutal! Those flatter sections and climbs look horrible to do. Makes it worst when your going against the clock as well. Great job!

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Definitely not easy!

[@samphilx4]

ALLEZ JESSE LETS GOOOO

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Je vais!

[@redbomberr4594]

Jesse...not how I wanted Jack to beat you. Great composure and determination; giving up is not part of who you are. Well done, get'm next time.

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

I'll give him a real fight next time!

[@redbomberr4594]

@@JesseMelamedMTB I have no doubt

[@Deichgraf2.0]

Very good riding, mate! 👍🏻 And don’t worry, today I crashed two times in a row within 10 minutes on my best known home trail. It’s part of the game 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

haha it just happens sometimes.

[@downhillupside]

Dude, you crushed it. 15th despite those crashes? Insane.

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Not too bad!

[@diegofernandez8942]

Beautiful sights !

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

They are!

[@davidcasey5976]

You are a beast, fantastic job 👏 What a stage

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Thanks!

[@johndelosada5404]

The track had areas of non support not rider errors at all. That branch maybe twisted you up a bit. Jesse riding on the edge impressive.

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Thanks!

[@alexguir903]

Great job getting back up on the bike right after the crashes. Did anybody see the European Sasquash (min 4.51)? They look a little different but they're out there!

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

haha I didn't notice that!

[@Coolcmsc]

I have no idea how you keep it together after crashing three times and then having somebody chasing your back-side at the end there. That’s what I call composure. Do you have a mantra for those first few seconds during which many - me! - simply immediately crash again ? 💪👏🏽🥳👍🏾

[@thegriff9425]

Man you’re riding well. Stay patient. 🤘🏻

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Thank you!

[@BlueSkies123456]

Good focus to keep going, at least you didn't damage yourself or the bike!

[@NorthernSkiAndCycle]

Jesse, could you possibly make videos on training (even with the MGM crew)? I notice how heavy your breathing is, but you seem fairly composed while at the limit. When I'm racing locally (only XC trails/races here), when I hit the point of max heart rate and heavy breathing, I start to black out/want to throw up kind of feeling and can't push further. Is it cardio training that helps keep a consistently high heartrate and breathing while racing?

[@tylerbruce5731]

Get yourself some power meters to train with.

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

It's party the training and knowing the limit at which I can still ride at. There are moments where I go over the limit but I make sure to bring myself back into a zone where I know I can still function. The more training, the higher that limit is.

[@SHREDD-ED]

Do you have data on your speeds?! Good Lord that looks fast!!

[@eucalyptus101]

Well done mate! Great pace all round. Pity about your stacks. Makes me think tyre pressure was too high in the front maybe 🤔

[@micaelpereira953]

It's so physical and exhausting just to watch! Nevertheless you're on a good position in the overall! And you've done great! Keep the pace!

[@MrGobidust]

Sick riding and hope your ok.

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

I am! Thanks.

[@gabandkisheeemp7600]

Heart of a champ!🤘🏼

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Thanks!

[@lancehutch]

What a crazy stage, insane performance as per usual tho!

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Thanks!

[@hobmarg]

Man the fitness to race tracks like this is just mind blowing to me... great run with the off at the top, the mental focus to go max effort for 11 min after that must be tough too. Also the dumb little features like the "rock garden" and wooden double in the urban section seem comical after seeing what racers have just been through.

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

That's why I love enduro racing, long run efforts are fun! But I agree with the dumb stuff at the bottom..

[@darkbird1651]

Thanks for the vids! Keep it up! So tough to focus when your in the RED!

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Totally!

[@walterbrown6388]

more great footage. i can't get my head around how fast the terrain is coming at you. How fast do you think you were going on the fast part at the top - before the first crash? way to keep pushing to the end

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

I was going 56km/h on that top bit...

[@walterbrown6388]

@@JesseMelamedMTB wow!! That's insane.

[@choanlpoto]

Wow that heavy breathing. I'm exhausted just at watching you! Did you put a spacer under the head tube? Good luck for the rest of the ews.

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

It was hard work! It's just a different headset to make the bike shorter for me.

[@Ben-zs3sg]

Great run Jesse! Now show these New Zealand boys what Canadians are made of 😎🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

I'll do my best!

[@boianboianov3549]

Sick run! What GoPro settings do you use to be able to capture your speed so well? Specifically which FPS and angle settings? Thanks!

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

superview and 30fps.

[@dougr550]

No idea how you keep it pinned for that whole stage! Racing so good right now!!

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

That's what the training is for!

[@drappennen5704]

Hard luck Jesse. No one was gonna catch Shark Attack Jack though 😜

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Nope! Not this time.

[@Deetschify]

what front tyre did you used? sick run jesse! 🎱🏆

[@markritchie7059]

That was spectacular.

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Thanks!

[@dumirazvan8741]

I kind of saw the upload I said I drink my shake watching your episode. big mistake. the shake is still on the table, I keep looking at the falls and I realize how strong you are. for the simple fact that you continued. the biggest lessons comes from mistakes not from gains. a very good result I say. good luck further

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Always got to keep moving!

[@BGbikeandski]

even though you crashed a few times that was such a sick run

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Still super fun!

[@4wheelfan365]

Great ride! I would be interested to know heart rate for this stage. It looks and sounds absolutely brutal.

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Basically max, average of 173bpm.

[@jarnold1789]

@@JesseMelamedMTB sheesh!

[@arnostreckziegel3030]

wish I had such a "disasterous" run :D :D :D you rule, man

[@Captain.Dingus]

any thoughts on the washouts? didnt look like they cost you too much time at least

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

They cost me the 2 seconds to the podium! Just momentary lapses of focus.

[@veronicaisl]

Great run despite 3 crashes mate.

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Thanks!

[@louisephil5636]

Nice ride lodi... rockymountain will be number 1

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Yes it will

[@shanecurnyn4612]

That was straight up inspiring. Not what you wanted but a pretty damn solid result on the “Jesse doesn’t fucking crack-o-meter”.

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

haha thanks, never been one to shy away from adversity.

[@deviantgaming9726]

going ass over tea kettle without letting go of the bars. THAT is impressive

[@finelytunedrideftr1932]

Whats happened to the hand guards? any reason you removed them?

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

I broke one in my crash on the first stage! So I had to take them off. I'll get new ones to put them back on.

[@finelytunedrideftr1932]

@@JesseMelamedMTB How have found using them? pros? cons? been looking to fit some, more so this time of year with more overgrown/stinging nettles on local trails

[@mopedvieh]

That stage brings the endurance part of the EWS back on the table. Despite the crashes, it was still a crazy fast run. How much time did Jack pull off? 30 seconds?

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

Yea he caught me...so 30 seconds. He had a mega run.

[@mopedvieh]

@@JesseMelamedMTB Thanks for the heads-up. Wasn't sure whether the starting gap between individual riders increases on stages as long as this.

[@seanedmondson1530]

Always pinned 😤 keep crushing it, you got this.

[@JesseMelamedMTB]

I'll do my best!