Pat Smage's Euro Trip - Part 3: Montpellier - Night 2 of the Trial Indoor International Cup

[@PatSmage]

Thanks to everyone who supported me riding this event! Lots of mistakes were made but a lot was learned that I can now try to help the next guy that wants to go. A big reason for going was just to have the experience of an indoor event in Europe that I can share and help the next generation. Other than that I more than met my goals of making it through at least one section and not crashing too hard. Luckily the sections were not as hard as a true X-trial, so they were much more approachable for me although I still didn’t have the confidence to try them! Seeing how easy they were for the top guys really shows how much higher the level is that they ride at. It is even more incredible in person! Anyway, it was awesome to know people were cheering me on back home! Now it’s time to get ready for the nationals and super trial series in the states. 👍 -Pat

[@garethwatts_]

southwales in the uk here pat, still cheering you on though

[@jonathanfrance8282]

Give me a shout out next time I'll drop everything!!

[@damsostert]

Pat Smage don’t be to too hard on yourself! We know that you’re a really really good trials rider but I honestly did not expect you to ride that event so well☝️ Hats off!! Super impressed!

[@sideshowbob5813]

No idea why you're so down on yourself going into these things, you're one of the best riders in the world dude!!! These guys are the best in the world and you're one of them. You're only a few names down on the scoreboard from Toni Bou, that's amazing dude, simply amazing. Still, better to be humble than an asshole! Keep up the great work man👌

[@melwestlake8539]

Pat, to take on that challenge and do so well is great. I wish I had a fraction of your talent and confidence. Well done, sir!

[@ThisOldTony]

holy smokes congrats!! that took some real ba... 5th place your first time?... we're taking world class!

[@yoshyoka]

You did in fact very well indeed! Especially if you are not used to that kind of event. Keep it up, I would love to see you compete in X-Trials as a regular :)

[@4Him4u2]

Pat, you did US proud!! And, you did it under extreme adversity. Thanks for stepping up to the plate and hanging in there when everything fell apart. Stand tall!!

[@StuntLab]

Trials riding is actually a graceful combination of both Performance Art and Engineering Science. Which is why this sport is perhaps the most technical in the world. Nothing pushes the interaction between a human being and a machine, more than the sport of Motorcycle Trials. Which is why this sport is so important to mankind, and the development of a sustainable 21st century.

[@thejohn6614]

I think you're reaching, but it's definitely a technical and bad ass sport.

[@joemanning6407]

You make us proud Pat and you are one of the best in the world!

[@chrischerrington9634]

Please come to Europe again Pat. It was great to have you here in Montpellier. Bring Hannah next time - the shopping is fantastic.

[@grski900000000000000]

It’s refreshing to see someone as talented as Pat be so humble , Pat looked surprisingly comfortable despite being nervous of the very technical obstacles, You can hear huge support from the fans at the event , Proving Pat can hang with the BEST in the world ,😎 You have a bunch of fans from Ireland all supporting You , Hope to see you in Europe again sometime and well done on a brilliant performance at top level indoor trials 👍🏻

[@FactoryONE_Motorsports]

Riding with those guys and competing against them is the most humbling thing you can do! It is so impressive in person. The crowd was really amazing here though, they really do help keep you pushing. I can't imagine how Benoit feels, they were insane for him! Thanks for the support! -Pat

[@vitiate111]

I'm impressed with your honesty Pat. I think you did a great job rising to the challenge.

[@FactoryONE_Motorsports]

Thanks! I guess I have nothing to hide, and figured my honest thoughts would make for an interesting look into how things actually went. -Pat

[@Twowheeledwoodsman]

Unreal! Nice work Pat, what an experience...

[@michaelcrumly]

Must be quite the feeling to see you name on the scoreboard with bou, raga etc, well done

[@FactoryONE_Motorsports]

Thanks! I'll definitely always remember this one, it was such an honor to have respect from those guys and share the stage. -Pat

[@medyaker2]

Way to go! Thanks for sharing

[@madestvr]

World class Pat 👍🏻

[@P4ddyC4ke]

I don't think you'll ever have an event with more pressure. To have to go to a back up bike when you're already worrying about the obstacle and to do as well as you did! Very impressive! Be super proud!

[@FactoryONE_Motorsports]

I hope not! I could hardly handle that, but somehow it worked out. Definitely proud to not let that mental challenge effect my riding or result. Thanks! -Pat

[@Tibingi84]

A-M-A-Z-I-N-G !!!! Thanks for sharing this special experience with us. Although it's not on your plans, I still hope to see you compete in an indoor event with these top guys. You've proven that you deserve a spot there with them 👍

[@derekjarman1638]

Way to go Pat! What an awesome experience😁

[@Mark-cq9nq]

Nice job Pat!

[@trevorweiler3158]

Incredible ride Pat!! Thanks for the the commentary very cool!

[@FactoryONE_Motorsports]

Thanks Trevor, long time no see. I hope all is well! -Pat

[@Yasungmi-Trial]

You are the best!! Pat!!!!

[@TrialsProgression]

I've only watched a little bit of pro trials. Almost seemed to me too technical to understand and enjoy. Till I saw this and heard you narrate through it. That helped a ton to feel what is really taking place out there. So glad to have found this. I watch your personal channel, but hadn't caught this. Glad I did. Great work out there over coming your fears!😉

[@haydenw6585]

Great effort Pat

[@neumeisteranimalhospital2627]

Good job Pat!

[@domenicoramazzini8208]

Late comment.... but Dude! Dont be sad or feel let down. I have been following you since your sponsor me videos. You have a rare raw talent and you have what it takes! Congratulations on the 5th place... you got humongous balls to go there by youself with no minder and not your bike. Those guys have their bikes tailored to them and a full staff behind them. Also thanks for the footage i have always wanted to see you go head to head with the top of the top vuz i know you are top of the top.... btw because of your videos i got into trials! Cheers...

[@garyhind5819]

Well done Pat for what you achieved against the odds. Shows huge character to carry on through that ,which to me is the spirit of trial , loving your honesty . Interesting to hear you describe fear of injury, something I also struggle with( albeit at a much lower level) following a hip replacement it has been difficult.

[@MrDehicka]

I was scared just watching this video for that amount of pressure you must've had. And you did very good against top of the top! Very impressive.

[@Willow_Arnold]

Pat that was amazing you did so great!! Legend!

[@josecampana9121]

Awesome job...and way to push through the mental barriers

[@FactoryONE_Motorsports]

That was the hardest part! But sometimes when you get on the bike for an event, nothing else matters and you just give it everything you have no matter how much doubt you had previously. -Pat

[@AudreyH48]

That's an awesome deal man. So cool that you got to fly over there and compete. I think with some practice on those types of obstacles you'd do brilliantly.

[@MrOlddave]

Great effort! Proud of you!

[@lucfournier3939]

You did great !

[@야생마트라이얼]

Wow wonderful 👏

[@PringleJD]

Way to go! Good stuff!

[@smacdougall100]

Excellent work Pat, thx very much for sharing your experience with us 👏. Having to ride a stock bike you're not familiar with and dealing with the mechanical issue before the start would test anyone's resolve. You passed with flying colors! (colours for us Canucks 😁). Thx again.

[@davidruppel1216]

I think you did really good for your first overseas indoor. My gosh you were riding against the best in the world. You represented the USA to a job well done! Congrates

[@CW-up7xv]

Amazing job man hope you compete in the future.

[@jeffreyroelofse2232]

It looks so scary from youre point of view! Such good riding.!!!!

[@warrenlange6106]

Wow, just wow. Please let us know next time you head there. I'm sure district 16 and 17 riders would want to help you make it happen. You were 2 places behind Raga. That says something about your riding abilities. 💪👍

[@PowerPete999]

Respect. ...well done

[@chobitrial]

Incredible all the things happens in this events thanks for share all the experiences so this make me respect more all the professional riders like you, i hope you travel more around the world because your videos are so nice and well explained to all the fans of this beautiful sport, i wish you all the best!

[@FactoryONE_Motorsports]

Thanks! I am happy to share a bit more than highlights and results since that doesn't always show the whole story. -Pat

[@garethwatts_]

fantastic video and story pat , id say you represented yourself, Hanna sherco and the usa brilliantly . i bet they couldnt wait to see the back of you . if they have watched the way you never give in to a challenge on your videos. if you feel nervous they all do but like you its what they do that makes the difference. piop

[@schmidt4135]

How much you improved over the course this event is impressive.

[@FactoryONE_Motorsports]

Thanks for noticing! I was pretty blown away after the final, wondering how I just rode that well after everything that had gone on up to that point, and how little confidence I had in myself. Sometimes you just have to ride! -Pat

[@MrOlddave]

You da man! Proud of ya! Insane difficulty level on those indoor events. I would think if you weren't nervous, there would be something wrong with your self preseveration instincts.

[@thejohn6614]

You did awesome imo. Especially considering the bike problems. Wish i could do half of what you can.

[@anthonyg.7343]

I think you did great

[@Printworxapparel]

Set a goal for top three!!!! You can do it

[@emre600rr]

dont be sad bro u did well.. next time im sure u ll do much better without excitement.. also u did really good :) be safe

[@dude999642]

On section #6 it looks like, on that scoreboard at the end, that you beat Toni and Toby, and tied Luca. Not bad.

[@FactoryONE_Motorsports]

Well I would say they were a little harsh on Toni with his score, but I think the second point was only given to him to make the three of them tied for a better show! -Pat

[@michaelcrumly]

Do you have a part number for that clutch washer you mention at 2:25 ?

[@wildone2163]

wonder how often injuries occur during such events? great experience BTW

[@FactoryONE_Motorsports]

Usually not all that often, since the riders are usually chosen based on other results, so they should be qualified enough to ride safely. But having done nothing like this, getting hurt was all I could think about looking at the stuff. Thanks! -Pat

[@katiejohns3415]

Great riding as usual. You will definitely get an invite back. Would you go again if they asked you?

[@FactoryONE_Motorsports]

Thanks! I really don't know if I would at this point. I usually wait a while before deciding on going back, and we will have to see if the invite comes again anyway. But I might rather pass the opportunity on to someone like Josh Roper, who has much more of a future in it than I do. Now that I know how it goes, I could help prepare him a bit better. -Pat

[@TheFrog767]

Personally l think they should have safety mats on the sides of these indoor events, now as for outside in the natural environment nope. Also the world champion should go first everytime, how can people beat them if they learn from everybody going before them. Great work as always.

[@FactoryONE_Motorsports]

I would have loved some safety mats! Unfortunately it is a show before anything else, and anything extra for safety would take away the spectacular looks and danger factor. Gotta please the crowd! It would have been awesome to see the top guys ride first, but you have to save the best for last in a show, again to please the crowd. Thanks! -Pat

[@TheFrog767]

@@FactoryONE_Motorsports 👏🏻👏🏻👍

[@biketothetop]

Great job Pat! You should be proud... I didn't see any other USA names on top of leader board :-) You're a Pro... I can't give you any advice other than do whatever makes you and others important to you happiest in life! Thanks for sharing your inner thoughts and narrative of the event. When I get out there in the rocks above my low level skill set, that's when I think of you and reference you in my videos... like this spot at 18:58 kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYXEdpqMiLd0nsU This trail on Bronco Peak is for 4x4 Rock Crawlers in San Diego. There is a ton of granite boulders/slabs and a lot of trials opportunity at this location and its surrounding area for miles and I always think of you when I ride there. Last week was my 1st time to go down this specific trail, but I can only imagine how you could be dancing around all the way down! I would love to show you the area (Corral Canyon OHV) if you are ever interested in a visit. Right now is perfect weather compared to Wisconsin!

[@brunoaguilar503]

Boss

[@Beta200F]

Hey why do american riders not train for the x-trial events? You're as good as anybody but likely have a lot less experience for these types of events. Seems like with all the production value there would be american riders and events.

[@FactoryONE_Motorsports]

We don't have indoor events in the states very often so everyone focusses on outdoor riding. It's been over 10 years since we have had a "national" one. The appeal hasn't been big enough to put them on unfortunately. Hopefully another one will happen again. No one from the US has been on a high enough level to ride a true Xtrial. Hopefully that will change with some of the younger riders stepping it up lately. This event was a step below a real Xtrial which made it more approachable for me. But it was still scary since I didn't have any experience and my confidence seems to go to zero when I'm in Europe. Hopefully the next US guy that gives it a go can be better prepared and I can tell him what not to do, haha. -Pat

[@danwarner9399]

Wow. Amazing job, Pat. What an awesome bucket-list goal. It would sure be cool to see you at another one of these events. Here’s another perspective of the same event that was cool to see. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j2HRoZ9tgM58btE