Pumping Iron, and My Reasons For Not Appearing

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[@shapeloomis9975]

When Lou was screaming Arnold! Arnold! Arnold! Arnold should have come in the room and said, "What?"

[@TheSpritz0]

RIC- MANY people thought they were going to be stars on Pumping Iron- one was FRANK ZANE, they followed him for days filming everything and he ended up on the cutting room floor as the directors only wanted to "FOCUS" on the Arnold vs. Louie angle...

[@buffalomind6838]

Ric had his priorities and nothing was going to change that decision. You have to respect his integrity. The footage you shot of your son has to be transferred. Someone watching has to know someone if not themselves who can help.

[@iMohamad79]

Matt Skylar yeah i really hope someone can help him with that!

[@jimanderson9938]

In 1975 I used to train with Ed Corney and Denny Holms at Denny's Body Shopp in Daley City, Ca. Great times and work-outs before I went off to play college football in San Diego. Thanks Ric for all your passion and videos concerning mind and body building.

[@RadiationNetwork]

The Quasar- VR1000 (VX Format) has standard RCA Video and Audio outputs. If the tapes are still good and the machine works you can copy it right to just about any format like a VHS tape.

[@dakidsbac777]

Hello Ric, hope u have a prosperous 2017

[@christopherjames9843]

Ric, unlike most bodybuilders of the day you thought pragmatically. You were concerned about making a living and the future. Only a very few guys at the time made a real living off the sport.

[@roguenation]

Only a very few can make a decent living of it nowadays!

[@superd0076]

Word! Look at the clip where Ripper Ross was rolling up in his beat to shit beater van. He was all over the mags back in the day, and a color commentator for that body building show that was on ESPN. Nothing to show for it. Sad.

[@Mkultacool]

ive watched literally thousands of vids on here from bodybuilders all over and have only been following Ric for a few months. Really humble, honest and really priceless advice and insight. really appreciate all the vids ric, thanks. happy new year and i'm really looking forward to more vids in the new year.

[@superd0076]

Adrian Jones Great comment! You can see the deep sincerity of Ric just wanting to post a historical record of first hand knowledge . I can feel how much Ric loved being a part of this era, and he truly misses it, and is maybe a bit disappointed that we didn’t have a chance to experience it ourselves.

[@poolboyinla]

It is amazing how much technology has changed...even in just the past 10 years.

[@JonB1991]

ric you are the best, every time I see a post like this it reminds me of my dad in his younger years when he moved to Daytona beach, keep up the good work !

[@keithmurchie8600]

Ric keep the videos coming. Really Throughly enjoy the knowledge shared 👍

[@jeffraymaker4474]

I got into bodybuilding because I wanted to transform my body. Nearly died from obesity and bad habits to natural bodybuilding 7 years and getting asked if i use steroids daily (I take that as a compliment because I know better). Love inspiring others and that's why I enjoy your channel so much. Keep inspiring Ric, hope to make it to the West Coast someday soon!

[@jorgefernandez6407]

Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah AND Happy New Year Ric!!!

[@atomic1430]

Im happy you gave itunes link to your book on this page. I have just bought it. Gonna save it for read on my 2 month gym holiday in Asia next month.

[@luisge0522]

why you werent in wwe or wcw?

[@fathermerrin6064]

I had one of those old RCA recorders, it was huge...

[@michaeltatham7987]

Although I'm 'only' 46 I have a deep nostalgia for the Golden Era. Perhaps it's a fantasy and was never really like I imagine, but I do remember the early days for me in the 1990's in gyms. Even then bodybuilders were a rare breed and one felt part of a special sub-culture of characters united in the need to lift heavy and be in shape. I still train, but that magic seems to have gone. I think it is probably futile to hope for it to return, and I'm just glad I experienced it when I could.

[@georgebetscakos7912]

Ric, check out E bay they have converters for sale there.

[@billgreen6263]

Very good Ric. Thanks. Would love to see you play a little guitar.

[@zaynepearce7128]

" my form of enjoyment was in the ring"... i enjoy the videos but couldnt let that quote go by. :)

[@vict3071]

Rick you are a mensch. God bless Merry Christmas and Happy Honoukak.

[@ThePitPony]

Most people would say you made the right decision as only Arnold & Louie really got anything out of it career-wise as far as we can see.It never makes sense to work for nothing unless we know for sure there's something in it for us,this is a hard fact of life.

[@PaulBodyBuilder]

Love you Ric Wyndmoor,Pa

[@ronaldweed4599]

I always wondered why now I know. You're Awesome & I agree with you. You have done well with your course of life.

[@veggiegiant]

Thank you for sharing your Pumping Iron story.

[@nevermind824]

That video format, "VX" was big in Japan so your best bet is to look for a player in Japan, then try to transfer the films. Or send the tapes to a Japanese shop

[@superd0076]

Great one Ric! Absolutely the right decision not to take the non-paying gig. My best friend is sag-aftra and got me with a talent agency to see if I could get in on some background work, etc... mostly a way so we can hang out and he gets away from the wife! Also, I was really curious how the biz works. And let me tell you it’s ALOT of Work at times as you know. I’ve been in several action shots on film but none speaking yet. A lot of background. It’s fun. I’m the GM for a massive Dealership group, so it’s not about the money, but I can see how it would be. You’re right, you gotta go for the “now money” As Col Tom Parker called it. I’ve seen a lot of former stars working background on these sets. Won’t name names but I’m sure you’re aware.

[@MrWenzel2010]

Another great video! I agree with your idea of bodybuilding. Happy New Year and good health Ric !!!!

[@darrellsimmons4616]

We miss R.D. rest in peace

[@daffin316]

Thanks Ric, great video once again.

[@Kruscher76]

I enjoy listening to your stories Ric!

[@newmanoutdoors1564]

Really enjoyed the video Ric .

[@wilsonvega8331]

Hey ric thanks for the info have a good new year

[@deonsmith6440]

i love the theme music at the end of the videos :) so 80s

[@GSJ1293]

Great video Ric really enjoyed it as always!

[@homegymbed8436]

Thanks Ric

[@jakegrindstaff2049]

That was great, thanks.

[@channel1800dumb]

you're awesome Mr Drasin you'll find that technology somewhere smart people /techies out there

[@garysnow1475]

I've looked all over for Rick in pumping iron even the 25th anniversary edition where they added more I can't find him anywhere

[@carlosl.garcia2745]

you're the man Riiiiick!

[@OsricRexor]

See your point for not appearing, but it considering how well the documentary made I guess it would have been a golden opportunity to promote your name and music.

[@roguenation]

You're assuming that Drasin would have even appeared in the final edited version of _Pumping Iron_ as approved by the director and producer.

[@tifu678]

roguenation Right. Same “risk” that everyone else took anyway. Things happen the way they are supposed to. If Rick knew the impact Pumping Iron was going to have, I bet you he would have been ALL in! Even for free! Saying otherwise just comes off as bitter and regretful just as he says he opted out for a good reason and didn’t wish he chose different.

[@superd0076]

Omar Amin Why don’t you ask Frank Zane how it worked out for him when they cut ALL of his considerable film time?

[@lorenzomagazzeni5425]

Arnold and Lou didn't take any risk.

[@kurtvonfricken6829]

SUperD 007 Same with Danny Padilla. He got pulled from the contest last minute because the United States wanted two heavyweights, Katz and Waller. I suspect the filming of PI was behind this since the movie fell apart without the Katz-Waller storyline.

[@rminitials]

I can understand that. If someone told me I could appear in a film but had to take time off from work to do so, without pay, I'd be hesitant. Bills aren't going to pay themselves. Besides, no one at the time realized how big this film would become. I don't even think the people who made it realized that. I'm sure if you could go back you'd definitely appear but given the circumstances at the time it makes sense why you did not.

[@Hannu_H]

Thank you Ric again for a very good video :)

[@jeffjohnson6386]

thanks Ric wished I could have been there

[@Abcd-hr9ot]

The day after christmas is called st stephens day in 🇮🇪 ireland

[@bradrice3798]

nice video mate

[@Apex_grind562]

Ric, it wasn't your calling. You are a bodybuilder culturally and out of the love. Appreciate your show. Oh. and hanging out with Tommy C. must have been cool. ..thats another video

[@hey696969]

googles quasar video player vr 1000...... you really should see back those recordings

[@jomon723]

What ever happen to Brad Harris? Can you get him on your show? ..............and Happy New Year"

[@seanjones6645]

Classy Guy!

[@coodeville1091]

RIP

[@stevenunua2118]

I don't celibate shit. Holidays are corporate hype. Birthdays are silly for anyone over 10 years old. Thanksgiving is the only one I like. Just a good time with family and friends with not stupid pressures like "presents."

[@gymstatuz4412]

Ric did you ever work with THE ULTIMATE WARRIOR ????

[@FlipGuitarist80]

Gymstatuz curious about this as well and if he’s got any stories about Warrior. Would love to hear them if so.

[@dgarber771]

Hi Ric. Enjoy all your videos. Not sure if this is the Quasar machine you were referring to, but just in case. Also, lot's on eBay. www.amazon.com/Quasar-VHQ-940-Cassette-Recorder-Omnivision/dp/B007A4EMAS

[@freddiehill9146]

hey Rick what federation were u in when you wrestled?

[@weedermann]

Where's Robbie Robinson?

[@daisyguzman8481]

Ric you should of been in Pumping Iron, your body was awesome looking.

[@thomasandersonrittberg2903]

Hi Ric why you invited Arnold At Your Channel if was A good Guy in the 70's

[@mrwideboy]

55 degrees? who uses Fahrenheit any more

[@zinger7307]

only about half the world uses it

[@mrwideboy]

only USA uses Fahrenheit, about 1 % of the world the rest uses Celsius. 96 deg F corresponds the temperature of a freshly killed deer ( he wanted to measure human body temp but used a deer) and 0 is some salty/brine water combination. Celsius 0= freezing temp of water 100= boiling temp of water, is much simpler

[@BrianDubs98]

mrwideboy the Bahamas, Belize, the Cayman Islands, Palau and the United States and associated territories (Puerto Rico, Guam and the U.S. Virgin Islands). Canada uses a supplementary scale

[@mrwideboy]

muff protector not a lot then compared to whole of Europe, Russia, China, Japan, Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, Australia, Brazil, Chile and rest of south America, Greenland, India, Iran, Pakistan and Arabia oh yes and 30 odd counties in Africa

[@BrianDubs98]

mrwideboy i was just answering your question

[@garysnow3526]

I wondered about that, I've looked for you but never saw anything even in the background( well there was this guy picking his nose but that wasn't you)

[@hotwheel6663]

500.00 a night big money back then not bad even today.

[@lonemapper]

Would have been great to have documented your inclusion in that group and in that film, Ric.

[@BeatlesTranscriber]

Well maybe he didn’t want to make Lou or Arnold look small.

[@clinteastwood7780]

Whats with the funky music in the end hhaha

[@ChadElk88]

Holy hell you were delicious!!

[@kanolano5106]

you are bether than the champs of buldbuilding bc you are a werstling figther

[@acquinn86]

So basically you didn't appear in the movie because you're greedy?

[@5ubZ3r0o]

Ignorant comment.

[@superd0076]

5ubZ3r0o Check out my reply lol 😆

[@dougnicholls3719]

Ric obviously likes getting punched in the ring

[@rampageclover9788]

"I wasn't competing for the Olympia, I saw no reason to be in it" more like you weren't good enough to compete at that level

[@robertcronin6603]

How many Olympias have *you* competed in, douchebag?

[@sarahsinclair5071]

Ric you should been in pumping iron. An opportunity missed. Maybe you could have a big movie star instead of a B grade wrestler.

[@ricdrasin]

I've had a great deal of success and am proud of it

[@ricdrasin]

How come you have no content or photo>? Are you in hiding?

[@sarahsinclair5071]

@@ricdrasin I am out of line saying B grade wrestler. The reality is that I dont know a thing about you. Sorry.

[@MrScott4020]

@@sarahsinclair5071 Pretty disrespectful, he was great guy.