RIDGELINE V: RESISTANCE - GEE ATHERTON

Gee Atherton is a double World Champion mountain biker and creator of the spectacular Ridgeline Series. Gee’s daring rides have challenged every limiting belief of what is possible on a bike, but not without great cost. In 2021, Ridgeline III: The Knife Edge resulted in a horrific crash, which put him out of action for almost two years.

Undeterred, Gee was determined to return to creating the 'Big Mountain' films he loves, travelling to the Dolomites in Italy for Ridgeline IV. In this latest episode, Gee and his crew re-define the series with a focus on behind-the-scenes and the physical and mental cost of capturing action edits such as these.

Ridgeline V: Resistance was filmed in the stunning surroundings of Engelberg-Titlis, Switzerland. Gee chose the title because "The mountain fought us every step of the way, testing our resolve and wearing us down with challenge after challenge. Hot then cold, wet, scared, hungry, exhausted and physically drained, we’d suddenly be faced with an enormous obstacle. We are a tight-knit crew, and I feel like the mountains have shaped, changed, and strengthened us… we’ve dug deeper than we’d have believed we could. Even at the very pinnacle of competition there’s a place inside of you can rarely access. We all went there."

Gee said, “From the start, the Ridgeline Series has been about taking mountain biking to the limit… exploring what’s possible on a bike and creating the most stunning footage in the most amazing places around the world. I love that feeling of being on the very limit of how far we can go.

I’m super proud of what we have achieved with the Series so far, but I wanted to move beyond the adrenaline and glamour of a four-minute edit. I wanted to show the reality behind those action highlights, the hard grind, the setbacks, and the absolute trust in my bike, my crew, and my equipment that are essential in the making of these films. I want to keep on pushing boundaries and this film gives an unvarnished insight into what that takes. Every single step felt like we’d picked a fight with forces way bigger than ourselves."

Gee filmed the Ridgeline Series on board the Atherton Bikes A.170, which was designed by Gee, his World Champion siblings Dan and Rachel and built by a small team of expert engineers in Machynlleth, Mid-Wales.

A huge thank you to the crew:

Co-Director & Rider: Gee Atherton
Co-Director & Photographer: Dan Griffiths | Moonhead Media
Camera Operator and Lead Mountaineer: Brodie Hood
Drone Operator: Nico Turner
Access and Operations: Jamie Robertson
Editor: Lee Evans | Peny
Sound Designer: Keith White

And a huge thank you to our supporters:

The awesome destination of Engelberg-Titlis, Switzerland
Titlis Cableways
Deuter
Prologo
Red Bull UK
Red Bull Switzerland

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[Alex-mdbu]

Anyone else just glad that gee is still alive after watching this?

[TheRideCompanion]

When riding an INSANE ridge line is easier than doing a podcast.... 😆. Unreal once again Gee man!

[maximedufour]

I feel few people deserve the title of man, myth, legend more than Gee Atherton. One of my favorite mountain bike films ever, incredible shots, adventure and story!

[bocs]

And on this episode of gee atherton nail’s himself, gee doesn’t nail him self! Hurrah🎉

[loveroos]

Respect for the crew close-ups and for making them a part of the video. And the riding of course.

[damo]

As a mountain biker if this doesn’t empower you to go further, push harder and explore nothing will . This is one strong man, mentally and physically. To climb up a mountain, have to turn back down and do it again is just savage ! And his support crew are simply amazing . What a guy, what a guy . I’m sure you are an inspiration to many, as you certainly are one to me . Fair play dude, you’ve done it again !💪💪💪💪

[matthewking]

That single track with the cloud inversion to the left ❤❤❤ Beautiful!

[funkyduck]

So stoked to see Gee back in action! YES MATE!!!! Congrats to everyone involved for blowing our minds once again!

[CYD]

Absolutely mental. Phenomenal cinematography and riding!

[georgealexander]

Gee, you’re the man. Hats off to you and your crew 🫡🙏

[LiveToRideMTB]

Pleasure being involved! Epic work team! 😊

[JeffVlimant]

the shot at 9:40 is absolutely mental !

[dazlad_mtb]

Gee, my man, you are batshit crazy and that's why we love ya! Jump and trick videos are cool and all, but they have nothing at all on riding flat-out singletrack atop a knife edge, from which a fall would certainly be fatal. You are truly the man, the legend!

[MtbDan]

Well done, Gee to you and your team truly breathtaking 10/10

[JTmediaknight]

I just don't know how he manages to do it mentally. Everything he's been through and yet he's still pushing it to the absolute limit. I'd crave for even of that mental strength. Sick video!!

[ChrisCapoccia]

Really nice tribute to the whole crew the way this focused so much on the process and not just the final clips of the star

[MrEtnie]

The alps are simply beautiful. These riding shot are insane and make you more terrified then you want to acknowledge, even from the safety of your home... Thanks Gee! 😍

[Purzelburschen]

I love the focus on the journey. Not just helicopter and action. Those are deserved descents.

[Brian]

These types of videos are the absolute best. Love seeing the struggles and determination that go into a high quality video. So well done. Thank you!

[trail.vision]

By far my favorite video!! Congrats Gee and your team🙌🏼