Another series of MTB Insights begins soon. It’s a great series of short films that mixes cool riding footage with genuinely interesting testimony form pro riders about why they ride.

“Our favourite thing in the world is to ride bikes and to ride bikes with our friends.” Amen brother.

>>> Nine videos of riders smacking into trees

There’s also plenty of talk about the fears and crashes that come when you’re pushing the envelope – “Is the juice worth the squeeze?”

Looking at each aspect of mountain biking, this series is for enthusiasts and experts alike.

Xtreme Video: “MTB Insights offers a unique Ultra HD view into mountain biking today. Each episode takes an in-depth look at the culture and evolution of one of the fastest growing extreme sports in the world. Follow top riders Sam Pilgrim, Matt MacDuff, Antoine Bizet and many more, to their favourite spots across Europe and North America.

“MTB INSIGHTS SEASON 2 – AN ORIGINAL 4K PRODUCTION BY XTREME VIDEO & DIRECTED BY RYYS.

“After the success of Season 1, “MTB Insights“ is back with a new season, fresh faces and new places. Filmed in 4K with legendary riders such as Cedric Gracia and Cam Zink, Season 2 begins with a Slopestyle Event: Crankworx stop – Les 2 Alps. Discover unique spots, like Bear Mountain Resort in Victoria Island as well as the legendary Coast Gravity park.

“Featuring : Jordie Lunn, Curtis Robinson, Anneke Beerten, Cam Zink, Nicholi Rogatkin, Brett Rheeder, Brandon Semenuk, Max Fredriksson, Ryan Nyquist, Cedric Gracia, Emmilie Siegenthaler, Fabio Wibmer, Ramon Hunziker, Bartek “jaws” Krzyszton, Martin Söderström and many more…”