Martyn Ashton Sending It At Wind Hill Bike Park | GMBN Vlog

[@gmbn]

Have you been riding today? If so how was it and where did you go? Let us know 👇

[@freetechdk]

OMG!!! just watched the intro of the video and I freaking want a ride like the one Martyn got there... LOOKS freaking badass.... Ohhh well better watch the rest of the video now!

[@ryancampbell5246]

Think I'll go shred my local kerb.

[@SprSonik13]

I was going to, but someone posted a killer video of one of my favorite mtn bikers shredding on a threewheeler, so now I am sitting front of the computer for another 15 min!

[@beamracer9408]

me and my friends built a little kicker ramp and sended some stairsets

[@nachochicken4636]

I was gonna go to Duthie Hill, but classic washington weather is going to get in the way :(

[@davegilbert6002]

He was my hero 20 years ago, saw him plenty, lived my best life watching him break the high jump wr on his canondale at Newnham Park bikelive. To think he still inspires me now..... Give this man a knighthood.

[@alankaye4382]

There are very few people who the hero tag truly applies to, in my opinion. Martyn probably would disagree, but I think it totally applies to him. One of the few people who I can honestly say inspires me.

[@sullenpuffin]

I was there at that too! Great day

[@bobbyg5904]

Ditto, saw Martyn at Fort William and he was utterly inspiring then, and still is

[@Mrswissy69]

Same! And to think 48 people have disliked this video! He’s a legend

[@wavestherules558]

Martin inspired me way back when MBUK gave away a video called "Chain Spotting" Still worth a watch. This lad has BIG balls and a 3kw cyclone motor by the look running at 72v It's legal officer ;-)

[@tylerdurden4289]

I remember when he had his accident and it became apparent that his injury was permanent, to see where he is now, out there ripping trails again with his mates is truly inspiring. All hail Martyn Ashton, the blokes got balls of steel. Absolute mountain of a man! ✊🏽

[@sickdescendersclips544]

How did Martyn get injured?

[@krisbowditch827]

Filming stunts on a road bike, think he came of a water slide in a water park, and had nasty landing.

[@jxmiofficial7691]

@@krisbowditch827 he injured on trial show at british moto gp event at silverstone. He fell 3m to the ground back first and with some force. I was there.

[@jxmiofficial7691]

@@sickdescendersclips544 check my comment

[@Tom-fieldofskulls]

That smile on your face after you hit the tree. And the talking to your mates about how wild the run was. That my friends is what mtb is about. Good Times, smiles, pushing yourself and having a laugh. Stoked for u martin.

[@madmoikmadmoik6290]

you said it all! Just came back from my home trail in Zürich and it makes me even more happy to see Martin smile and beeing with the boyz.

[@marcianodemidof7135]

Amen to that brother 🙏🏾😌✌🏾

[@aaroncheatwood1]

yep, best part for sure.

[@sidewithwerewolves]

The level of fun and friendship the gmbn crew have is infectious. Put a huge smile on my face. Martin's excitement is always something to look forward to

[@thenextgen175]

So good to see someone trying to do the most they can with certain circumstances. Great job!

[@edgarcastillo7005]

Is he permanantely disabled?

[@Rich_Pick]

That's not just 'someone' that's Martyn fucking Ashton mate

[@kel5944]

@@Rich_Pick hell yeah! Martyn Ashton is a living MTB legend with a huge personality. According to Wikipedia, he appears to still hold a Guinness world record for mountain bike high jump.

[@ninevingaming-8992]

Yeah Martin is my hero he makes my appreciate every ride.

[@nickmassey9104]

Great to see martyn out with the guys in the real world not greenscreen. His rig needs some upgrades 2inch wider front track, raise up at the front longer front shocks. And some more gmbn merch on a rack at the back to equal out that nose diving front 😄😃

[@tom_wright]

Whatever you do Martyn, DON'T let Sam Pilgrim ride this!😂😂😂 you will never see it agian😂

[@Xproductions567]

😂 Love that man and gmbn

[@Quickles47]

I wanna see that

[@nicholasburbridge8605]

Dreams!

[@Mandsorregidor24]

Epic😂

[@gooseboymusic4511]

True

[@seanc6128]

Yes Martyn! Frick yes! I was born with a permanent physical disability but I can still ride a bike, any video with Martyn getting to ride makes me happy. The way that Neil and Blake were right there after that crash is love.

[@cezarmartins3489]

Let's not forget about Chris's helping hand! =)

[@raeward8092]

The GMBN lads are a team worthy of admiration. They’re good at what they do but they also really care about each other and look out for each other consistently. They are an inspiration in more than just the way they ride.

[@lewisguy87]

I always get emotional watching Martyn riding. The smile on his face whilst riding and even after crashing is seriously inspirational. Love it.

[@SammyRat31]

I've literally smiled ear to ear watching this. Rad vid guys 🤘🤟🤙

[@sam.wootton]

39 years old, I remember Chainspotting on VHS - incredible. Martyn can continue to be a trailblazer. He's strong enough to muster the inner support and lucky enough to have the external support. Maybe this could be the start of something bigger for those who've lost something they once had. I have MS since 22, but still try and ride.

[@mikee8244]

Since 2022?

[@sam.wootton]

@@mikee8244 I meant 22 years old. Apologies.

[@mikee8244]

@@sam.wootton ah gotcha. Yes Martin is pretty much the epitome of determination. Keep on trucking Sam 👍

[@Dahbienhwa]

Hi Martyn, I grew up watching your videos in the 90s and saw you at live shows a couple of times and you blew my mind. Now as a disabled rider myself, your GMBN videos have inspired me to get back out there myself. Thank you so much for your unstoppable energy and incredible inspiration.

[@bengordon2330]

If you're having uncontrollable fits of laughter with your mates, then it's a good day.

[@JayDubster]

We've all been wanting this vid for sooo long. Frikkin EPIC to see Martyn sending Windhill. Love it

[@michaelajlawlor]

Love seeing Martyn shred!!! 👏👏👏👏

[@Duncan23]

YESSS!!! Love to see Martyn shredding on the channel :D

[@D0nP3dro]

Chapeau, Martyn. You are an idol for many handicapped 🤩👍🏻👍🏻 So much fun to see, how you manage it ✊🏼🍀

[@pete3816]

Martyn, you are an absolute inspiration and challenge to us all. Showing my 11 yr old this video to prove to him that nothing in life needs to keep you down. Thank’ you Martyn.

[@Bianchiboy]

Martyn is inspiration personified... what a cracking bit of film 🤘

[@chrisinstasis7986]

"My eyes are terrible" says the man piloting a missile on wheels 🤣. The Bowhead is incredible!

[@fdesilva]

LOL

[@dominy7037]

They should way the back down a bit cause it looked like he was going to go head first sometimes the bowhead is a beast

[@jimjaxx]

This is one of the best videos I've seen on GMBN in ages, so much support for Martyn and this content! Shredding with mates, having fun no matter the circumstances! Good work GMBN! 💪

[@JesseDoesHVAC]

Dude that machine looks like a whole new level of fun. Its insane to see how far technology has progressed in our lifetime. Stoked to even be here, right now, watching this. Martin, you give anyone courage to see beyond limitations! 🤘

[@thephantom_2247]

You still the Man Martyn. Keep inspiring us!!!!!!

[@mummaduck4897]

This is my favourite GMBN video ever!! Martyn is an absolute legend, we all love him so much and it’s so great seeing him back out on the trails having fun with his mates. Can we please get more Martyn videos in the future??? Well done team GMBN

[@johnnyatkins6062]

Martyn you are an absolute mad man, never stop!

[@stressballsteve]

That looked so much fun! Martin looked like he was having the time of his life there….and Blake looked like he was filling his trousers

[@nortonrobey4021]

So good to see Martyn sending it! so rad

[@dryzalmynelli9600]

Smiles for days, the GMBN crew is together back at the trails again!

[@livingfoul4305]

Awesome, Martyn is an inspiration in so many ways

[@konstantinfritz7984]

I love to see how happy he is. And how important Mountainbiking still is for him and how happy he was.

[@haydensmith6235]

What an amazing guy 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼what an amazing machine 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@shanefunnell542]

Love the fact this man will never give up such an inspiration.this man got me into the band sounds of a gun thank you

[@paddor]

I’m amazed how you wrote all that with just one single punctuation. A true genius.

[@2wheelsrbest327]

Can you imagine just how many who have found themselves with injuries like his who he has inspired.

[@slick-riq]

I love seeing Martyn on the trails!

[@stefanbogner6237]

Guys, I nearly cried and laughed at the same time. How hard it must still be to have lost control over your legs and on the other hand how wonderful to have won this dreamteam, each of you. You are filling my bike life with positivity and ease, you are real gems in the mud. And I would love to be as qualified as you to be in such a job position.

[@whitezetecs08]

What an inspiration to millions... remember being 10 years old and seeing Martyn ride and wanted a trials bike soo bad... but being 10 didn’t get me one 😂 no limits 🤘 good on you!

[@darrenmarney8577]

No limits Ryan & Martyn is going to inspire the next generation Totally 👌

[@matthieubrasselet1]

Martyn, you have the gift to pass on your smile dude ! A pure moment of MTB friendship !

[@stanb1604]

The bike tandem series was my favorite! Good to see you riding out again, Martyn!

[@gallyabanilla256]

So admirable to see mr. Ashton out on the trails. Cycling is definitely in his blood for life.

[@Sl4gyster]

Respect bro. You found a way to still have fun doing what you love. And you do make it look like fun!

[@Jazzkatze99]

Martyn is a true inspiration.

[@apatriotofhopedanjohn4781]

Guys I just can’t get enough of this...... FANTASTIC !!!!!!!

[@shemshem9998]

Blake: I was using my core a lot! Martin: was I not? Yea that one got me laughing good

[@flyingbenny]

Best video yet from GMBN, nice one gents you must have been buzzin' to get back out and ride together. Martyn Ashton you looked like a little kid at Christmas, how excited were you?!😁🥳 More chilled out 'Martyn Sends It' videos just like this one please.👍

[@JoPro06]

10:09 Blake looks like the horrified dad sitting with his daughters on the children’s rollercoaster.

[@marcianodemidof7135]

And that pink helmet 😶😆

[@johnflanagan44]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@mattie3349]

Love he blind between you guys!!! Keep going fellas your all smashing it! 🤟🏻🤟🏻

[@TheTJOProject]

That had to be a great feeling for Blake, Neil & Chris to be able to get out and ride with Martin.

[@MorenoArtStudio]

Just watched Martyn's Ted Talk and it left me speechless. Martyn you are a true inspiration for everyone in this world with your passion and personality.

[@Tzed250]

That nose landing will definitely be Toff’s sickest thing of the week!!!

[@bugboy152000]

#GMBN #GMBNTech #EMBN Thank you Martyn for continually inspiring me to ride. It truly warms my heart every time I see you out on the tandem or crossbow. Keep it up and proud to be a supporter!

[@andrewcannon3926]

Martin man I love seeing you out there sending it

[@4rollingon4]

You know what, I love videos with Martin, I grew up seeing Martin at demo days and bike shows and the guy was a legend and inspiration. We all know about Martin's accident but what's incredible is the way that Martin didn't walk away from mountain biking and has carved himself a new role as a fantastic presenter. It's great to see him riding again, his enthusiasm is infectious and the manic grins when riding are epic. We all go through tough shit in our lives but when I'm down seeing Martin in his element is a reminder that it's how you deal with what life throws you that's important. MARTIN, NEVER STOP, YOU'RE A LEGEND!

[@RROutdoors1]

I love seeing Mart riding. He was and still is one of my riding heroes.

[@DirtCityMTB]

"I hate it when the staff speak!" Too funny.

[@kylecannon4217]

Great to see Martyn out on the trails. That bike is way to front heavy, easy to lean forward to gain a front bias but not easy to lean back to get the rear down. Looks like Martyn is almost fully seated on the front half. Extending the wheel base might help or getting a heavier rear wheel/convert to a hub motor vs the external drive.

[@stefanbogner6237]

That‘s what I thought. Put weight to the back. Extending the wheel base might make it to long for tight corners. Wait, I got it: sit Martin backwards with a mirror. 😂

[@kylecannon4217]

@@stefanbogner6237 adding weight would work but could effect run time or speed/braking. Extending the wheel base would be the best option except for the movability. I like the backwards idea.

[@UWRZoneTheCurrent]

Been biking for decades, I remember this dude from early MTB videos. Still an inspiration!

[@kerrgreg]

Martyn is such an inspiration! Love these sort of videos! The guys at gmbn clearly gel so well watching how they jump to help him and leave him to push his own comfort(or ignore) zone.

[@JoyOfBike]

The legend of Martyn continues to grow!!! Absolutely epic!

[@finnschmidt9514]

Really nice vid, Blakes face when he was riding the bowhead was just hilarious

[@marcsee4072]

Martyn!!! Come on!!! Love to see this, bless you man!!! You are my hero!!!

[@tjmcbryan]

Nice to see Blake as scared as the rest of us mortals lol! Love it, what a great bit of kit!

[@captain_context9991]

Good to sae the boys back on the trail.

[@chrisdawson8008]

Playing out with your mates, shits and giggles, love watching these when your all together.

[@laurencemoore2105]

I sooo want one of those machines! Looks like a combo of mountain biking and kayaking to get the best out of it!

[@C-24-Brandan]

That thing is rad, awesome seeing him have such a blast with it! That whole set up is rad, really cool design ect. Need to get more weight towards the back so it doesn't go rear end high off jumps. Looks like too much fun though!

[@fromxctoletssee]

this was sooooooo AWESOME to see. Made my sunday. Well done Marty well done. Soon we will see you back on the trails ripping it up and showing the 2 wheel guys how its done.!!!

[@chrisridesbicycles]

OMG this thing is scary. Blake didn‘t look like backflipping. 😂 Props to Martyn. That‘s definitely more air than I get.

[@UMuhligMTB]

Fåk! ITs great to Martyn ride again. Your laughter and smile were misted on the trail.

[@daniel_9500]

We love you Martyn, keep doing what you’re doing, an inspiration to all!

[@frugalfirehd7119]

Amazing Vid Thought of a good addition to the beast: Bullbars/skids on the front where Martins feet are so if he overcooks it, it skids instead of digging in.

[@danielwe2517]

Sooooo much fun to view this vid, Martyn enjoying this beast riding.

[@tinman7551]

Wow that’s a really amazing, incredibly fascinating bike 🥰😍❤️

[@XxHappyEmo2xX]

Wow! Amazing skills and attitude. Just 2 weeks ago, I was on my bike CLIMBING, and rather than trying to change gears mid climb I tried to just stand and power through. My back went POP and I couldn't move, stand, sit, ANYTHING without excruciating pain. Went to the hospital and I herniated a disc so badly I caused a condition called CES where my disc was compressing a bunch of nerves and they almost had to preform emergency surgery or I may have lost permanent function of my legs and bowel/bladder. I got lucky and my body was reabsorbing this disc fast enough they didn't need to free up those nerve endings. But it absolutely shocked me how EASY it is to land yourself in a wheelchair. Like I didn't even fall, I was just on a simple climb on a blue run. MAD props to Marten for being such a positive and wonderful influence to the entire mtbing community.

[@hugoberube9447]

Damn martyn is riding the inverse mullet 😮.

[@Kaedo9]

More of this please. So enjoyable to watch you guys having fun. Shame the weather stopped play.

[@eddyjones9395]

Awsome to see you having fun, that near OTB almost gave me a heart attack, that bikes weight needs to be evenly balanced somehow. Great vid though👌🏼

[@MyJusjus]

Bring me so much joy watching this legend having so much fun on the bowhead. I’ve not been able to get out for a ride after having bowel surgery so I can’t even imagine the joy and excitement it would bring someone who was in a wheelchair!!

[@jake9705]

Need a little more weight on the back of that trike and you're good to go! Shredding it! 🤙

[@TrollHunterxXx]

Yup… then it will be full send ready

[@Bolshoi125_TangoMangle]

Im glad he’s back riding👍

[@calebw707]

So cool, my friend said my bike is to cheap to ride. And I said anyone can mtb, and you just proved that

[@cf6174]

What bike do you have haha

[@danielbuijs8647]

Always love and be proud of your bike, that Will make you send hard. I love cheap bikes that are maintained well.

[@calebw707]

@@danielbuijs8647 mine isn’t even that cheap , it’s just an old school steel hard tail that I got from my extended family. It’s an evil sovereign

[@calebw707]

@@cf6174evil sovereign

[@DuffmanOhNo]

@@calebw707 That was a really good bike, and I would say it still is. Fuck that nonsense about your bike not being good enough, that's the shitty attitude that puts people off riding a bike.

[@marcusmorgan5895]

Fantastic - total respect given - the smile says it all, the look of fear on Blake's face just shows how much of a star you are. Keep on riding

[@dangerfulmind]

To be honest what kind of numpty dislikes a trail video with Martyn in it!!!

[@zigeunerschnitzel7473]

7 out of 2300 i think i can life With that

[@nickgould8866]

Obviously a special kind of numpty

[@pnmoura]

You Sir....are a legend!!! Keep up those great videos....

[@mattbrewer4308]

it seems the rider position needs to be moved rearward about 10 inches or so. regardless, awesome bike and video

[@marcdemichele2689]

Either move Martyn back or lengthen the wheelbase. I think lengthening it may make it tough to handle in tight singletrack but would make for a sturdier platform overall. Who am I to say? Either way I LOVE seeing Martyn out on the trails on his own. Made my day. Scratch that... My Month! At 50 yrs old, GMBN keeps me excited to keep riding after over 30 yrs of mtbing. Cheers!!

[@TimInertiatic]

It seems to the recurring issue with the various bikes. Weight is fixed, so weight transfer is very basically none existent. Making it longer may help but potentially make more practical problems. May not be enough mass in the rear tyre to rev it like a Moto to balance in the sir. Sling the batteries behind the rear axle? Either way, it looks great fun

[@darienclose5063]

@@TimInertiatic moving the batteries could work, the suspension for the back wheel makes it kind of difficult to move the seating position further back, but maybe with a twin spring setup you could set back more, the nose dives were absolutely terrifying. would always want more squat than dive, you cannot easily recover from dives but you can slide out of a backwards spin

[@davisbradford7438]

Or a roll cage. Then no worries.

[@robhaskins3068]

My thoughts are it's going to need a redesign with 4 wheels with the rider weight between rear wheels to make the front float if you want to jump safely. Only other way is to lift rider above single rear wheel and widen front track. But what a fantastic FUN machine for unlocking lost freedoms and joy.👍👍👍

[@gogomtb1]

Can't wait to see some POV footage too 🤙 And maybe the Max lens mod would make sense when filming yourself, Martyn? Don't Let‘s us wait too long for the next episodes 😉

[@StuartPlumbley]

Martyn, I think you need a bigger motor to keep that back end down!!

[@AJMacDonaldJr]

I was thinking a counterweight of some sort might help keep it down

[@TheDustyShredder]

Nah, just bigger batteries. They're heavier than the motor, and increase range. Win win!

[@StuartPlumbley]

That's a better idea

[@danielsulich8742]

Hell YEAH Martyn!!

[@agrsk8r]

I'm curious if he keeps on the throttle while in the air, will the gyro effect of the rear wheel help keep his nose from diving so hard?

[@wayneg1197]

Panic Rev!

[@82lostsoul]

I was wondering if a touch more front rebound(or less rear) might help, the back does seem very ‘poppy’.

[@scotthayes5564]

This is RadAF. He continues to rip. I suspect a few more rides and it'll be full send 24/7. Yes, steady, high throttle off the face then pinning the throttle while airborne should drop the rear. Steady high throttle results in lifting the front off the face. Chopping throttle on the face and/or tapping rear brake lifts the rear & drops the front. It's a common technique in MX & SX to control pitch while airborne.

[@agrsk8r]

@@scotthayes5564 Cool, that's what I was thinking but I don't jump anything with a throttle so I wasn't sure.

[@aca_dynesty7536]

Great job guys, awesome to see Martin on the bike and you’ve made an awesome machine

[@dantepalazzo]

A roll bar behind the seat would both protect him in the event of an “OTB” and add some back weight to better the CG. Please consider that. I was terrified most of the video.

[@xWood4000]

I agree, a roll bar would be a very good idea

[@ssponk]

That rollbar would add some weight itself, so maybe the rollbar would be the only thing needed🤷‍♂️

[@Pesmog]

A bit more develpment and this will have real potential. As others are saying some work on weight distribution and suspension travel, spring rates and pressures and it could be a bit of a weapon.

[@philipskinner2557]

Love it. Great to see the team together and not just faking in the shed. Martyn, your joy is infectious - we need more like this.

[@lopilloevo]

Maybe extending the front wheels past your feet or right there at your feet could improve the nose diving?

[@collonellbenered8088]

thought the same thing, but then the thing would probably get even longer, which would make getting around some tighter corners difficult.

[@lopilloevo]

@@collonellbenered8088 true

[@Devin032]

Yeah I was wondering if there was a way to potentially allow him to transfer his body weight while on it... maybe a pendulum that swings to the back when he takes off? Lol

[@Nateclrk]

Just like whistler! Good to see ya shredding again Martyn 🚲⭐

[@rcj361]

Great video! Was smiling all the way through to the end. Nice to see Martyn shredding again! Keep it up 👊🏻👍🏻

[@thompsy2k6]

This is the best thing on the internet this year. It made me so happy to see you out riding with your mates. It is the essence of what we do. Ride with friends. My favourite video 2021.

[@lajo667]

I almost cried...That's so wonderful and inspiring to watch! Keep riding! I'm so happy for you!

[@campbellspears3929]

Just subscribed to see more of Martin, great to see him out on the trails again.

[@mrjapanimeniac]

who are these 15 so called people that do not like this video?...envious?...having a good time just watching this video with all the guys riding along . The only downside of this video is the amount of "dislikes" from people with NO SOUL, cheers

[@ryancranston]

Bruh! That is about the most epic looking machine I’ve ever seen in my life!

[@debanick]

Seeing Blake on your bike Martyn had me in stitches... 🤣🤣👌 Martyn you are an inspiration and a legend 🙏

[@seanroberts381]

So much positivity and joy. This is what we should all strive for.