Ridgeline IV: The Dolomites : Gee Atherton Rides The Via Ferrata

Watch the latest spectacular edit in the Ridgeline Series with Gee Atherton, the double World Champion Mountain Biker, world-renowned for his skill and daring on a bike taking on the Via Ferrata.
"Since the first hour of the first build for the original Ridgeline film, it's been the dream to take this concept to the most amazing places around the world. The potential to find awesome, remote mountain ranges where we can test ourselves to the limit… to really explore what's possible on a bike and how to film the most stunning footage… it's been like a running commentary throughout the entire project." - Gee Atherton.
This film differs from its predecessors in that the team "didn't move a rock." It was about exploring with friends - an adventure into the mountains, where Gee would ride whatever they found, including some of the most unforgiving terrain of the series so far.
And there's pedalling, even if it's at racing speed and inches from a ravine.
Filming took place this August in the Italian Dolomites, where access to riding spots involved four-hour hikes, roped climbs, ladders and abseils. The team was burdened with camera equipment, drones, food supplies and Gee's bike, broken down to frame, bars and wheels to share the load. It was physically and mentally the most demanding week of the series so far, where a sense of adventure and genuine concern for their survival drove the team onwards in search of some of the most incredible scenes they have ever filmed.
Gee said that from the start, he knew that he'd film this edit on board the Atherton Enduro A.170, the latest in the Atherton Bikes range that he designed and manufactured along with his siblings Dan and Rachel Atherton and their close-knit team in Machynlleth, Mid Wales.
Gee said, "It was a no-brainer - the A.170 is tough enough to withstand being bounced off cliff walls as we hauled it up a cliff on a rope, lighter to hike up the mountain than my DH bike, pedals super well and is enough bike to tackle every inch of the steep and rocky terrain."
He was accompanied by photographer Dan Griffiths (Moonhead Media) and "right-hand man" Jamie Robertson, who had both been with the project from the beginning, but in such perilous terrain, they also involved Brodie Hood, a high altitude and adventure specialist. Brodie is one of the few filmers to fly drones to the top of Everest, an experienced climber and a member of the Lochaber Mountain rescue team.
As Gee put it, "Having Brodie with us kept us alive! But it also meant we could say yes to things we wouldn't have tackled alone… At the end of the film, there's a sequence where I ride down a ridge at sunset; Brodie devised a harness system that meant I could practise controlling my speed while he let out the tension until I got comfortable. The section of the film where I'm riding the slowest, picking my way down the ridge, was actually the most demanding of all.
More about the A.170 here: www.athertonbikes.com/bike/en....
Thanks to @AthertonBikes, @RedBullUK, @FSA_MTB and @Prologo.Official.
Crew:
Rider & Director: Gee Atherton | Atherton Bikes AM.170
Photography & Production: Dan Griffiths | Moonhead Media
Cinematography & Drone Work: Brodie Hood, Matt McCormick, Will Evans
Logistics: Jamie Robertson
Edit: Robbie Meade & Max Callan | Peny
Learn about the making of Ridgeline IV: The Dolomites here: redbull.co.uk/ridgeline4.

[@CurtisCycles]

"I just feel like the cliff I fell off in Wales wasn't big enough" - Gee in the meeting for making Ridgeline IV.

[@wheelchairdrunk]

Absolutely. Or something broke in his head? Like the fear affect.

[@CurtisCycles]

@@wheelchairdrunk dude is so gnarly!

[@pennywood5653]

He wants something with real consequences.

[@kirkkaubish9540]

this^^^

[@Liam1992]

I think he keeps trying to do himself in while on his bike but it's just not working so he just keeps pushing the boundaries

[@RedBullBike]

we've never held our breath for so long. 😯 Unreal work!

[@AthertonRacing]

thanks guys!!

[@ioanparry]

Agreed. Gripping onto things watching it. Cements Gee's reputation as an absolute monster on the bike, and in the words of Rob, how does he sit down.....

[@leonmargerison3888]

Bedbull rike

[@TheBigRed.]

Friggin mental. Definitely a no from me..😳😳😳😳

[@xxinfamyyyxx]

Red Bull just need to give Gee a briefcase stuffed full of cold hard cash and tell him to go make Where the trail ends part 2! Stop messing about and get it made. Imagine what Gee and Darren Berrecloth could make!

[@wibmerfabio]

Woah scary stuff in there. Big props coming back like this!

[@AthertonRacing]

Thanks mate, definitely a few sketchy spots 🙂

[@cynad231]

@@AthertonRacinga few?? I think it’s easier to count the non-sketchy ones at that point 🥴

[@NZWozza]

Just found out Gee is doing Rampage again this year, and then this drops. What a legend.

[@AthertonRacing]

It's been quite a week!

[@ioanparry]

​@@AthertonRacingGee cementing legendary status - AGAIN.

[@dam8087]

@@AthertonRacing FUCK YEAH

[@Rey_2381]

Really epic line and the skills Gee has are unbelievable. It would be cool to see him do a full video of travelling the globe and riding lines like this. Can’t wait to see what the next edit will be and also seeing him at Rampage.

[@Frorideism]

This is the perfect motivational video I need to charge down my local 30m elevation trail next to the supermarket

[@allblack2977]

Go hard bro ❤

[@mulecycles6613]

I don’t think you’ve ever had a good grasp on “what is and isn’t okay” 😂. Epic video, guys. Great work

[@mbords01]

Why , what for?

[@ThemudhuggerCoUk]

Truly breathtaking... from the riding to the cinematography, way to go guys :)

[@psycholist4170]

Music was awesome as well

[@JOutterbridge]

It was very good. Almost looked like 3 different trail runs in 1 video with the color changes. I wanted to see more of the dark area riding but it cut back out:/

[@rossridesmtb7497]

I mean this is just on another level.....everything about this edit just blows you away. How does Gee nearly destroy his body falling off a mountain then come back to pull something like this off. There arent words to do this justice!

[@Bluhawaii]

The Dolomites...among the most beautiful mountains in the world. The rider...Monstrous. The Team...Extraordinary. The video...Amazing. Congratulations to all!

[@thebikepackingadventurer]

Petrifying. Excellent video. All I can say is please don’t keep raising the levels of crazy until it’s game over! Gee on a bike always excites, legend

[@Sicdave58]

I couldn’t watch it longer than a few seconds 😂🫣

[@mtbroby789]

Fa salire l'adrenalina solo a guardare. Panorami spettacolari Un percorso cosi non lo farei neanche a piedi 🤦‍♀️ Controllo del mezzo perfetto Complimenti per il grande coraggio. Ho fatto.un percorso simile a giugno (la via del sale in Italia ) a che se molto meno esposto da brividi 😊

[@ioanparry]

I realised about 3/4 the way through that I was gripping on to my phone and remote 😂, WHAT an edit!!! The exposure on that riding is something I can't quite wrap my head around, one mistake and it's Gee in memory only. Whatever you spent on making this and however challenging it was, it was completely worthwhile. A mind blowing piece and awesome advert for the bike 🤘🤘🤯

[@AthertonRacing]

I agree, a monster to film but definitely worth it. thanks man

[@D4ng3rD4n]

The Athertons fight tooth and nail for everything they've accomplished. Hats off. Great branding for your company as well.

[@jimiplayscobo5877]

Damn good thing you wore your helmet. lol I would have worn a parachute but that's me. Man that's some of the most daring riding I've seen on YT.

[@PeterLassig]

I just texted my brother and mountain-biking buddy of 30yrs: '"Bro, if you haven't seen this guy's channel, set aside some time... Start with this video." This is stunning footage and an absolute pleasure to watch!

[@4bambooda1]

As a former rider (due to injuries) and parent of an up-n-coming rider, this pushed my buttons. I knew MT biking was going to push riders to more and more extremes, and I think this ride pushed me over an edge. The whole point of this was to showcase that he survived a ride with unimaginably small margins of error framed by some beautiful cinematography. The only thing that kept coming up for me is thinking about how stupid a ride like this is and how saddened I am by all the riders that will end up like me with life changing injuries or worse. I wish the focus wasn't how close you can come to death, but still get likes on your video. RIP Dan Osman.

[@HUKIT.]

I’d be nervous to walk some of that but riding at pace is absolutely incredible!

[@LifeOfTom]

Sometimes when I see these mad videos, I say to myself... WHY!? But then when you watch it you're like... WHY NOT! Absolutely EPIC!

[@alexbap1]

This is insane in any possible levels. I really really want it to last but also want it to stop. Truly breathtaking! Amazing!!!

[@antnybeard69]

So much of that exposure was 100% guaranteed death.

[@CorrectingIgnorance]

Equal parts stoke and anxiety. What a video, Gee continues to ride the gnarliest shit of all time even after his most recent terrible crash. What a legend!

[@wpf312]

This should be shown in movie theaters! If this mountain is untamable, then so is Gee.

[@nicks2716]

Given what the man went through, I’ve no words for this.

[@simon77147]

It's official, Gee is absolutely crazy 🤪 hats off to all involved 👏 some unreal camera work and as for the rider 😮 insane. Props 👍

[@alexaustin5568]

The most beautiful, uncomfortable thing I have ever watched.

[@andrewgillman6327]

Where cycling and mountaineering collide with a talented film team. Lovely.

[@azdbuk]

Maybe most visually stunning short mtb vid I have ever seen...

[@geraldolrodrigues5160]

It's absolutely insane... thanks for show me how great is to do impossible things

[@elwhagen]

Gee: Stay away Death, this is my domain! ;-) Truly breathtaking!

[@davidaldridge6090]

Just got a new LG TV. This should be the showroom demo video. Absolutely stunning! Respect to Gee, especially given what he went through. This is mental.

[@paoladanese5033]

Attenzione con questi video sempre più estremi che possono vedere tutti ma soprattutto imitare!

[@covewater]

You sir are absolutely crazy!! But you are truly living life. RESPECT!!!

[@Just_charston]

Yeeeahh Gee is back! man of steel! Good on you for getting back on the bike again after the crash and doing much more gnarly riding..

[@dirtworxphotography245]

My heart just stopped like 89 times wow that was good filming and editing. This rider has to be the gnarliest ever.

[@JamesRobertMTB]

What an incredible backdrop!

[@dukemasterpro]

Only 4 minutes anxious viewing 🫣 to get to check out the stunning cinematography ❤. Imagine a full 30mins KZbin edition 🤪

[@adrianwilkinson2547]

Awesome to see Gee back and nicely warming up for Rampage! Stunning edit 👏🤘❤️🌈🕊🌍

[@Leo-tr7sc]

Honestly, I almost cried. This is such a beautifully inspiring movie.

[@1craigchapman]

One of the most astonishing things I’ve ever seen on a MTB, amazing work.

[@leodufour3869]

How is it possible for a human to go through as much as Gee and stay at the same unreal level or riding? This is so insanely impressive, thanks so much to the team for putting this together!

[@bassjunkie67]

Stunning in every way. G your the O.G. Sick boi just sick

[@JustJake77]

And this is why Gee-man is the people's champion!! The dude is just a beast in everything he does. Him and the whole Atherton familia are simlpy some of my favorites to watch doing what they do! Well done!

[@renatohauer6625]

You have done magic with that one. Amazing

[@russell2093]

That was an intense four an half minutes. Unreal to watch. Thanks to everyone involved

[@matteoimperatori4475]

Maybe the best ride of the year

[@HayesPerformanceSystems]

Amazing work, chapeau! You've made something special with this one.

[@nsff2001able]

The level of concentration it takes to ride like that is awesome.

[@ChessTurner]

Нереально круто, гениальное видео, всем добра

[@99MrJ99]

So sick. Now thats Mountain Biking

[@matesendurobike1089]

NIce 🤟and thumb up for "didn't move a rock" approach 👍

[@alexhaywood8360]

Whoaaaa! It gave me sweaty palms just watching this! Gee, you're the man!

[@ScottieF-1978]

THAT WAS AWESOME! Top notch stuff Gee yi mad man 😂

[@brucemacdonald5532]

Just when you thought the bar couldn’t be raised any higher, Gee comes out with yet another wild project! 😮

[@Sandeep_Melodies]

I don't know why but it reminds me of the movie Rush especially it's soundtrack...Very gripping. Loved it. Keep up the good work guys👏👏👏

[@frontierfishingwithryanmac1981]

That is purely INSANE! What a crazy line that is and you make it look so damn easy! Gee is THE MAN!!!

[@deedontworry]

Gee is so gnarly! 😮 My favourite rider! 🤘

[@billycollopy942]

Only person ever beating this is you! Phenomenal work by all. Hell yeah Gee

[@b0bbYxX]

So amazing to see you come back from that insane crash and put this out there right as they announce you on Rampage riders list. A definite legend of our sport mate 🤘🤙

[@powellsimon]

This gave me goosebumps and sweaty palms at the same time, absolute mad man. Flying down it as well.

[@Arkteros]

Home sweet home👌 Nice ride!😮

[@TJWiggers]

Everything about this is off the chart!! Just amazing. 🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@robertocalvo934]

That was beautiful but left me gasping for air. Breathtaking madness

[@951Stu]

Gee you’re a madman! 🙌🏻

[@alpinecenter]

One of the most magnificent and maniacal things I've ever seen.

[@bruceprice4172]

I got vertigo watching parts of that! Awesome!

[@tidyjimmy]

Just a goat, doing goat stuff on the side of cliffs 🙌🙌🙌 epic man

[@sharky555]

This is an essential experience. Super production, super sound, and super riding. Awesome...

[@jean-paullignereux330]

Vidéo ahurissante, une pure merveille 👏👏👍 Merci pour le partage.

[@corentin_mnjln]

Wow, such a comeback from gee in his ridgeline series after the crash from the last one really is stunning! Plus the landscape is unbelivably beautiful.

[@lefterispolakis6363]

Super like form the very first frame!! Kudos!!!

[@AlexisPatrickLozare]

This is pure insanity, madness!! Yet I am filled with such admiration how much Gee loves this sport!

[@AthertonRacing]

Both o0f thos ethings are so true!

[@stevengoodwin3154]

Awesome! That's grabbing life by the horns! Thanks for the pump.😊

[@davidrowsell8469]

Hats off to you Gee, people get locked up for less crazy stuff than that. Insane

[@realgoodmind]

Glad to see Gee back at it!

[@erickonold5344]

This release comes on the heels of me having spent some days paragliding the Dolomites. I think I have more appreciation for this than I would have otherwise. Incredible riding and cinematography. Congratulations on such an accomplishment

[@ivanleeZG]

I got goosebumps just looking at this!😱 Insane and unbelievable... Gee man, you are out of this world!

[@motionstudio77]

Man, the roads are so brutal & scary...Thanks for making the great ride & video for us

[@filipegil8752]

Gee, lad you’re a legend! The riding is truly breathtaking and thrilling but somehow the World class cinematography and soundtrack are peaceful and intoxicating all at once. What a piece, credit to the whole team who put this together. It’s the mos beautiful MTB video I’ve seen

[@teakettlediarys4922]

Your ridgeline videos continuously inspire me to just be a better person. Thank you 👊

[@MikemoRides]

This is so beautifully directed, the stunning beauty of the background switching to the up close and personal aggression and grace of Gee piloting the bike. Bravo.

[@AthertonRacing]

Couldn't agree more! The crew did an insane job filming this

[@aggyboy1580]

Gee Atherton, you are the epitome of "Why do we fall? So we can learn to get back up again!!!" 💪🏼 You've pushed the boundaries of MTB ever since you joined the community, embodying "Go big or go home" in almost everything you do. Legends aren't born, they're MADE! And you my man have well and truly cemented your LEGEND status in the world of MTB!!! Absolutely EPIC! And SO good to see you back at the sharp end of pushing the limits on the bike!!! 💪🏼👍🏼👌🏼😁

[@kolt4d559]

Gee you're a madman!!! Some incredibly gnarly terrain. Thank you for continuing to push the limits of what is possible on a bike!!!

[@marcsee4072]

Wow, amazing. This is so on the edge!!! Gee love to see you back doing what you love. Thank you for this amazing project

[@corriedotdev]

I dont know what Gee is made off but its out of this world. Jesus dude.. best athlete.

[@andrewcalvert8035]

Absolutely chuffing brilliant!!!!

[@andrewchippendale2820]

Absolutely fantastic ride 👏

[@andrewgreenwood8727]

Wow Gee, That was breathtaking! Your skill set is unreal & filming & photography is simply amazing your best work to date, your riding in this adventure is on another level !!

[@maximusmemetuit3011]

Unreal - so glad to see Gee back on his Bike 🤟🏻

[@kevt776]

Wow what a video, the sheer scale of that mountain range is amazing, I was holding my breath through most of that, Gee’s rider pov is scary af. 🤌🏻

[@mihailschiopu5153]

Speachless, Wow Gee! This looks Unreal and I have no words to describe it!

[@stevem.5177]

Wow. About as a mountain bike video as far as death potential that I have ever seen!

[@morbidbmx9290]

Gee, that was rad. Fair play to you and the squad on an incredible achievement!

[@xflow]

Epic footage, great music, fantastic light, stunning landscape and a man doing what he's loving. Really enjoyed this video. And good to see you being back rocking trails after the horrible crash 💪🏻

[@_gummikko_]

Its like out of this world, landscape is in same time rough and harsh but super beautiful. Stunning filming. Thanks geeee

[@chadsageser1963]

Absolutely Amazing!!!!

[@thomasswanson4965]

Savage, heroic. Can’t believe the level of risk you’re taking on here.

[@marsy3d922]

Thanks Gee. Truly inspiring. The loneliness and isolation on that ridge.Knowing its just......you.

[@chrisbrownbikes2856]

I love to see you riding this stuff gee I really do, its amazing how you harness your fear into focus. Respect 👊

[@gustavofrings8345]

Breathtaking....no room 4 error! Absolutely insane❤🔥

[@cooper12tree]

Great to see you back on the ridge Gee!! Awesome video. Can’t wait to see what you do at Rampage! 🔥