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Ryan Berrecloth Bike Check
by spoiledgoods
Posted: May 6, 2009
The Candyman came to town-
Ryan Berrecloth is known as the Big Claw, the Candyman and I'm sure many other alias names too, but what he is in our industry is a hard working professional. Following his passion to become a professional baseball player for 5 years in College, Ryan took up riding as a past time. Soon it engulfed his spare time and turned into his second full time job and he's doing a wicked job so far! Recently we got to sit down with Ryan in the woods, talk about his new bike, sponsors, plans, and then we tee'd up some of Vedder Mountain's great trails.
Click here for the Ryan Berrecloth Bike Check...
Ryan Berrecloth is known as the Big Claw, the Candyman and I'm sure many other alias names too, but what he is in our industry is a hard working professional. Following his passion to become a professional baseball player for 5 years in College, Ryan took up riding as a past time. Soon it engulfed his spare time and turned into his second full time job and he's doing a wicked job so far! Recently we got to sit down with Ryan in the woods, talk about his new bike, sponsors, plans, and then we tee'd up some of Vedder Mountain's great trails.
Click here for the Ryan Berrecloth Bike Check...
The snow has melted, and the pre-season is complete. Now, it's just green grass and play offs, two things Ryan Berrecloth is a big fan of. Recently we had the chance to do a bike check with Ryan on his new Knolly V-Tach, and we were pumped to do it. Ryan took a day out of his busy job at Cadbury (Yep Chocolates) to come out and ride and show everyone his new bike.
[PI=3411134 size=m align=c]Shot by Margus Riga[/PI]
After filming our interview with Ryan we were ready to hit the trails. Ryan looked really comfortable on his new V-Tach. Spec'd out with Spank, Race Face, Magura, Marzocchi, Straitline, and NeoGuard products, Ryan's V-Tach was setup for some abuse, which matches his riding style. Ryan is a monster when he rides his bike. He's super aggressive and nimble, and his V-Tach accented his riding style.
[PI=3411133 size=m align=c]Shot by Margus Riga[/PI]
After hitting some fresh dirt it was time to head back to the office and get editing. We had a wicked time riding with Ryan, and wish him the best of luck in his 2009 season. Shred it buddy!
www.knollybikes.com
Bike shot by Margus Riga
Marzocchi Suspension
Sombrio Clothing
TLD Helmets
Adidas Eywear
Race Face Components and Armour
Dakine Packs
Magura Brakes
SPANK rims and saddles
SRAM shifters and pods
Neo Guard
Lizard SKin Grips
Straitline Pedals
Trails maintained by FVMBA
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Knolly Team 2009
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[PI=3411134 size=m align=c]Shot by Margus Riga[/PI]
After filming our interview with Ryan we were ready to hit the trails. Ryan looked really comfortable on his new V-Tach. Spec'd out with Spank, Race Face, Magura, Marzocchi, Straitline, and NeoGuard products, Ryan's V-Tach was setup for some abuse, which matches his riding style. Ryan is a monster when he rides his bike. He's super aggressive and nimble, and his V-Tach accented his riding style.
[PI=3409492 size=m align=c]Shot by Margus Riga[/PI]
| Frame and size | Knolly V-Tach(Team Colors) |
| Rear Shock | Marzocchi ROCO WC •Custom tuned |
| Fork | 2009 Marzocchi WC 888 •20 mm Axle •203mm Travel •Rebound and Compression adjustments |
| Headset | Unknown |
| Crankarms | Race Face Atlas FR |
| Bottom Bracket | Race Face |
| Pedals | Straitline |
| Chain | SRAM 9 Speed |
| Cassette | SRAM 9-Speed |
| Rear Derailleur | SRAM X.9 |
| Shifter Cable/Housing | Stock |
| Shifter Pods | SRAM X.9 - 9 speed |
| Handlebar | Race Face Diabolus OS Low Risers(31.8mm) |
| Stem | Race Face Diabolus D2(31.8mm) |
| Grips | Lizard Skins Lock-Ons •"Do it pussy!" etched in the grips |
| Brakes | Magura Gustavs with 8" rotors |
| Front Wheel | SPANK Subrosa Rim with Atomlab Hub 20mm TA |
| Rear Wheel | SPANK Subrosa Rim with Atomlab Hub 150x12mm |
| Tires | Maxxis Ardent 2.6 |
| Tubes | Standard |
| Saddle | SPANK Share the Air |
| Seatpost | Race Face Diabolus |
| Extras | •Neo Guard |
[PI=3411133 size=m align=c]Shot by Margus Riga[/PI]
After hitting some fresh dirt it was time to head back to the office and get editing. We had a wicked time riding with Ryan, and wish him the best of luck in his 2009 season. Shred it buddy!
Pin it.
Bike shot by Margus Riga
Marzocchi Suspension
Sombrio Clothing
TLD Helmets
Adidas Eywear
Race Face Components and Armour
Dakine Packs
Magura Brakes
SPANK rims and saddles
SRAM shifters and pods
Neo Guard
Lizard SKin Grips
Straitline Pedals
Trails maintained by FVMBA
Related News:
Ryan Berrecloth signs with Knolly Bikes
Knolly Team 2009
Knolly Delirium T gets a killer build for spring!
41 Comments
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bigtard
(May 15, 2009 at 0:16)
I love cadbury chocolate bars!
that Spank stuff is hard to get in NA.
i got the handle bars and intrested in getting more parts but i have to order it all in for Europe, which costs more money.
i got the handle bars and intrested in getting more parts but i have to order it all in for Europe, which costs more money.
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is it just me or did he look not quite as fast as you'd expect too? (dare i say, a little slow?). im thinking theres no way he'd have all that support if it wasnt for his brother...
He has a different style than Darren. He builds some of the sickest shit and slays it. Also, Ryan is definately not slow.
ok il take your word for it. I just get a little touchy because i know a person or two around these parts who is/are a lot better on a bike, but have no support whatsoever. Im not saying he was slow, but by professional standards he's certainly not great.
He does build some sick shit though, I fully respect the guy for his building skills.
He does build some sick shit though, I fully respect the guy for his building skills.
Since none of you actually know the rider that you are talking about (besides campasternak), I feel the need to step in and say a few words. Are any of you truly hard working individuals that have a passion. Sure you ride bikes, or take photos or show up at the odd trail day to help out, but are you truly passionate about any of it? This is not a call out, it's simple to ask you to open up and think before you type. Ryan is right up there for being recognized as one of the hardest working professional bike riders in our area if not the freeride scene as a whole. All his sponsors have nothing but praise for him and his work ethic. So until you or your friends that are better, cause they look quicker on the internet step up to the plate and prove it, perhaps be happy for someone else and their accomplishments in this sport that a lot of us love.
It's probably also an age/maturity thing. Kids/beginners think going fast is the be all, end all. Some of us don't race, or at least just enjoy feeling the flow. I personally have nothing to prove to anyone.
ok i phrased it incorrectly, your right - going fast isnt the be all and end all - I dont race myself. The guy im speaking of is in his 20's and holds down a 9 to 5 job, he is an amazing trail builder and there would be no scene in this part of the highlands without him. Il leave now as I know people will just condescend to me based on my age regardless of what i actually have to say.
and like i say, i fully respect him from a trail building perspective, i just feel he has the support purely down to his brother for the riding aspect.
^^ Agreed. He's had a lot of exposure; AirPrentice, places in big comps year on year, even a part in ROAM; he still hasn't made into the big league. I don't doubt that he is an awesome builder, and a very good shore rider, but that's what he is - a shore activist/enthusiast, a hardcore amateur, unlike his brother, who has one possibly the highest profile of any freerider in the world, and earned it by how much he advanced the sport.
bunkey0207, I have to agree with you on the riding oriented aspects of your points. I was waiting for the riding to get radical but it never came.
Brule, you've missed the point. We, the general mtb-video-watching demographic, aren't looking at Ryan the hard worker or the Ryan the consummate professional, which I don't doubt. Maybe I'm being harsh, but I'm thinking about this from a completely dispassionate view; in the video, he looked good - I'd say a very accomplished amateur rider. The first jump summed it up for me, a top pro would have buzzed his shoulder off something like that while filming, not made a gentle tweak. Sure I'm being really harsh, but when you watch pros you're meant to judge them by how good they ride. And that was a level below his brother and other top North American pro freeriders.
wasn't to shabby i thought he looked slow in the video as well. maybe its the new bike/new trails? or just camera angles
I think, he take the glory of his father becouse in this movie, he have not a great level, I mean, it can be me
all i have to say is i agree with bunkey. nothing ageanst him bet he is really nice guy and would bend over back words for people . but do think he should not have the help he has i to work a eight to five job. and all of my friends but not speeking about me. i know some guys who could be racing worlds and just dont have the help its not like they give him monie to ride there stuff but i do think if companys are going to give parts away it should be to a new rider who is working his way through his race or free ride life. i have not met the guy i will be at every race this year in bc so hope to see him probly a great guy.
Companies are sponsoring because
1) the name
2) his role in trail building and the scene
3) his ability to market their product, even in this video he does a better job sellin the parts then most salesman.
4)and assuming he is in real life like in the video. a positive role model for biking by being proactive and a good advocate as well as polite and mannered
I'm a huge fan of Darren, but Ryan has earned a lot of respect from me for other reasons
1) the name
2) his role in trail building and the scene
3) his ability to market their product, even in this video he does a better job sellin the parts then most salesman.
4)and assuming he is in real life like in the video. a positive role model for biking by being proactive and a good advocate as well as polite and mannered
I'm a huge fan of Darren, but Ryan has earned a lot of respect from me for other reasons
He definitely does not ride as fast and aggressive as what I would call a regular pro rider. Sorry, but that's how it looks to me. However, I would never dis a rider for whatever they were able to get out of the industry - be it money, sponsors, gear, etc. If he can manage that - great for him. Plus, he rides on the weekends. Its a bit hard to develop sick big bike skills whilst only riding a couple of days a week. No shame in that, as its what most of us do.
i am just saying they could be helping people who are upcoming in the seens look at casy groves what he has done in one winter of beeing put out there he was not even on the factory team of transitionhe could have been pushing his limets longer there are lots of guys out there like casy i know lots of people like those guys who would do great things for the sport just saying companys should help the younger people i am to far past my self i am 21.
21 and your past it, you are having a laugh right!! past it i race and i'm 29 just started, the big man is 35 and two wins deep in uci, so. your man ryan got sponsored by whatever means to his credit weather that be his brother his work ethic his ball sack it don't matter, i'm not the best rider and by no means pro but if some one said i'll sponsor you cause your brother is good i ain't gonna say hold on there's loads of people better than me, so take your free bikes and travel expenses and give them to the next man, and i don't think any body here would either,
The companies aren't just going to go out of their way to look for people to sponsor. If your friends who are good want parts and help let them go apply for it. I know TONS of guys that are really good and sponsored and they don't even race. Basically, it's not that hard to get sponsored, and it's the rider's responsibility, not the companies. No offense to anyone, but that's my two cents.
gotta give props to knolly for picking this guys up...thier are some smaller less mainstream bike companies that are really making thier mark
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to all the people who thinks he slow..maybe your just idiots and are watching the slow mo. People dont only get sponsored because they can ride well. its because they are out in the community and giving back to the sport as well. I know for a fact im not the greatest rider at all and I have sponsors because I participate in cyclebetes. Im going to ride across a few provinces to help find a cure for juvenille diabetes. thats giving back to the community of riding. Not just becuase you can flip whip or shred trails to peices.... dont judge peoples riding because their sponsored. look at the other reasons to.
First of all, as mentioned already Ryan IS fast. I ride with him regularly and he's fast as hell. There are usually a few other well known pro's with us and Ryan is every bit as fast as them. Second, he is about the nicest guy on the planet. Some of you guys need to pull yer heads out of yer asses and think like a businessman that owns a bike industry company. Do you want to sponsor someone who is a split second faster on the trail? or someone who builds, rides, networks and promotes their products like a pro? Not very many riders work harder than bear. keep it up bud!
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