Downhill racing is crazy, but urban downhill racing in the streets might be even more crazy! Blake Samson has been invited to the Red Bull Cerro Abajo Genova Urban downhill race in Italy. Riders aim to conquer the steep and narrow streets as fast as they can in the exciting race! Unfortunately, it didn’t go to plan for Blake…
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40 Comments
What do you think about Urban Downhill racing?
Blake, we ❤ you man, positive vibes for a speedy recovery. I hope you go back and we get to see you compete in one of these. Btw, I see you rocking a U.S. souvenir with the TSS hat 🙂
I’m not alone when I say this… Blake has gone and endeared himself to all of our hearts and it genuinely hurts to see a friend hurt. So sorry. I hope you heal up soon, bro. You’re the entire B in GMBN!
Mate took it like a champ. I would've been in tears.
How does one go and join urban dh races? I would love to try starting urban dh!
Brutal. I appreciate the winded noises though 🙂. Maybe time to join Neil on embn as well.
Thanks, Blake, and this contest is very cool, I see the appeal and allure of it, shades of half a century ago when we were dragging wooden ramps outside to jump our Sting-Rays. And flying down drops and stairs and the whole bit, street and dirt.
Another one bites the dust. Blake bru.
EWS on a hardtail then a redbull street DH race in ITALY nonetheless, where there is no space for people to WALK let alone SEND IT.. This guy aint fucking around
lose the music….
I just watched Neil's video about his big crashes and now it's Blake's crash.
I reckon most of the commenters here have made that sound at least once after a hugie…..this brought back some memories for me!
I never comment but man Blake you are just the absolute champ. Always inspiring me to hop on the bike no matter how I’m feeling. A true steward for the MTB community. Rest up bud.
At least we will have something great to watch when UCI Downhill Racing fails after all the new changes! Good Old Red Bull to the rescue. This is no coincidence that street racing is arriving in Europe at the time Downhill is about to fail!
Well wishes sent your way, Mr. Samson. Get well soon.
Get well soon, blake
Is Greg busy at norco might need someone on gmbn 😂
Blake is a Legend, and does the best Kryton trying to swear impression. #reddwarf
Best wishes for a speedy recovery Blake, how come you didn’t have any padding on around there
7:06 "Valentino Rossi aaauuurrrrraaaaagggghhhhh"
Hope you get well soon blake i love the content you and the team create, you have helped me get back out mountain biking again after battling with combat related PTSD. Hope to see you and neil back shredding soon.
Hard crash and high spirits,such amazing support ❤ mend fast blake ❤
Get well soon blake we love you!
Blake the Legend!!! Hope you recovery well, mate!!! ❤
F#*# sake blake….seriously, as long as your ok, but come on man🤦♂️
heal up soon man!
OMFG BLAKE! That sucks so bad. I made the same noises when I broke my shoulder. I'm glad you're not dead. Heal quickly!
All the best for a quick recovery Blake.
Uh…. I can feel the pain of Blake…. Have a breakfor a while…
Speedy recovery, Blake!
Get well soon Blake.
The most insane thing I have seen. Really disappointed in your lack of common sense !
Why put yourself in such risks? Meaningless.
OUCH !!!! May you have a full recovery Blake.
Glad that you are okay Blake, get rest, recover and go for the next trail!!
I had seen Jenna's post that showed that crash. I had no idea it was Blake. Hope you've healed.
Blake, you and all participating in this have balls of steel as well as unreal bike skills. The footage from your camera had me on the edge of my seat and Theo deserves praise for protecting you. I hope you have a swift recovery- your positive attitude in the face of adversity is an inspiration
Heal up fast dude! You always have a great attitude! Congrats to Theo for protecting you from the other riders!
Heal up soon! You’re the man!
Man did you sound rough in the floor glad you’re on the mend……is your shoulder dislocated remember I done same out me off riding for while even sold my bike but all credit to you Blake as always excellent vid👏👏🤘