I am a 54 year old white msn from NYC who had allll the opportunity. It is so moving to hear how just peddling a few miles away from one’s neighborhood makes a difference. It really really does. No matter who you are… getting out there and just exerting for a while and soaking in where we have taken ourselves….
I cried the good cry 🥹. Seeing my part of town in this kinda forum is so surreal. Thanks to The Forge for seeing BIG potential in small places 🔎 Our city’s poorest hoods are in very close proximity to our James River Park System that cuts right through the middle of town. I lived 2 blocks from the river for 30 years & didn’t know all these outdoor sports existed for us. This is all so sorely needed. 🙏🏽
Monte’s story transcends race just like biking transcends race. What a story for all of us. We all deal with “stuff”, and biking refines us. Even though our transformation stories may not be as dramatic as his, we are all a brotherhood whose lives are enhanced and improved through cycling. What a beautiful video.
This was an awesome story! I wish nothing but the best for Monte. I can speak from experience that it's hard to do what he's doing, and he's 100% correct in everything he said. OMG, I can't write how I feel after hearing Monte. He said everything I've always felt and wanted to say. He convicted me and reminded me of some of my biggest mistakes. I used to BMX when was young, but I sold out to the peer pressure of not falling in line with "black people" sports. Don't get me wrong, I love basketball, but that was never me. One long story and a lot of shattered pieces later, I'm back in the woods on a mountain bike. I'm back to working on my car. Thank you so much for this story. You have know idea how encouraging this was for me.
Being a black military bratt growing up in Germany l started cycling at age 8 driving at nine. In the 70s we would strike oit on bike and travel to other countries diring the summers. There are Autobahn s and next to that are bike trails and next to that are walking trailsall through out Germany. Hunting fishing hiking all vame with the many different young men I hung around. I am 64 years young and still bike, kayak, camp.
This is an amazing story!. Matt Kuhn has done amazing things with the kids in Richmond and Monte is proof of this. Monte you have learned so much and I so proud of the journey you have taken - you will be such a great inspiration for other youth in RVA and wherever you are. Keep your dream of helping others see the rest of the world.
I love this Story. Although we may have cultural differences, we are people, much of what we desire is the same. To have saved a life and opened doors that are normally closed is something that brings us all together. Our Country needs this now more than ever but even more important our PEOPLE need this more than ever. We can do this, but it MUST be done TOGETHER. Thanks MONTE for sharing your story keep riding and keep exploring.
Such a sweet kid and family. Awesome work on this. Just goes to show what finding a hobby or a passion can do for someone. Life's tough, we all need an escape that makes us happy.
This is a great documentary on what getting outdoors and in nature can do for someone. Now if the rest of the social media obsessed generation could learn that we'd get somewhere.
I really got into cycling in high school and college back in 1984. It was motivating to be around good cyclists at Chico State and I became a better rider way back then. ✌
LOVE this story! You're doing great things Monte! Hit us up if you ever want to be a mountain bike guide! We need more bright, talented young individuals like you to help get more kids on bikes.
Most people have a lack of exposure to outdoors in America, not just black people, though we are even less likely than others to get outdoors for a multitude of reasons. Very true what he says about "acceptance" in outdoor spaces. I love to hike and mountain bike, but I have had frequent negative experiences with others on trails, to the extent that I sometimes feel like giving the negative energy right back. I also have to remind myself regularly that being accepted is irrelevant in PUBLIC, outdoor spaces. Funny how people who have issues within themselves, try to project them on others. I've also met a lot of cool people outdoors though. Awesome that Monte has learned to thrive in the midst of it all.
Мне 32. Смотрю тебя из России. Удивительно, как простое механическое средство передвижения делает людей по всему миру единомышленниками. Душевное видео, спасибо тебе брат🙏
I'm always wondering why there's no black riders in Tour de France. In the meantime, black runners are so successful in both short and long runs on the track. We need more black pro riders. BTW, I'd recommend wearing knee/elbow pads when MTBing. Knees are delicate, prone to injury.
I hope in the future there's more programs that can make things like cycling more accessible for low income people. Cycling is a great activity that has improved my life in numerous ways but it is prohibitively expensive for far too many people. I help coach the local NICA team in Abingdon Virginia and we have some great ambitious riders that are sometimes held back by their equipment. I've also noticed being an outdoor enthusiast my whole life how much its like 95% white people in outdoor spaces, not only are a lot of outdoor activities expensive to get into but I think there's a multifaceted stigma of POC in outdoor spaces, idk how to fix it but I really hope to see more diversity in outdoor spaces as time goes on because nature should be for everyone to enjoy and i think everyone can find healing and peace among the trees.
Hey there! If you want to see some badass ladies riding on some mountain bike, we recommend you check out one of our favorite Patagonia Films, Life of Pie: Pizza and Bikes Can Fix Anything. Watch the full film here: pat.ag/YT/LifeOfPie
Ooooo será. Q. Fábrica. Con ayuda. De. Su gente. Del mismo. Ruedoooo. Y el hechooooo. Igualitooooo. Oooooo. Pide. Ayuda. Será q. Nooooo pudoooooo. Dejar igualittooooo. Ni con toda. Su gente. Igualittooooo sin marcasssss
Calo. Mandandooooo. Drogar. Calooo. Por esoooo. Drogandoooo. Empastillandooooo. Asiiii. Es como. Q. Calo. Robandooooo. Mandandooooo. Tresientos guinda bajandoooooo. De esa manera. La verdades. Noooo. Las cambio. Claudio. Marcos. Asiii. Fabricandoooooo.
I am a 54 year old white msn from NYC who had allll the opportunity. It is so moving to hear how just peddling a few miles away from one’s neighborhood makes a difference. It really really does. No matter who you are… getting out there and just exerting for a while and soaking in where we have taken ourselves….
I cried the good cry 🥹. Seeing my part of town in this kinda forum is so surreal. Thanks to The Forge for seeing BIG potential in small places 🔎
Our city’s poorest hoods are in very close proximity to our James River Park System that cuts right through the middle of town. I lived 2 blocks from the river for 30 years & didn’t know all these outdoor sports existed for us. This is all so sorely needed. 🙏🏽
This is beautiful - love for cycling is boundless and to see Monte find his way through the discipline of bicicyles...... im bawling.
We are so proud to be part of Monte's story! 🙌
No cap
Truly beautiful story! Mountain biking is a life changing experience!! All the best to you Monte there no limits to life!
Monte, I am so proud of you young King. Keep motivating, thriving, and inspiring us All. Love you 😍 🥺😘
A purely awesome and awakening documentary... Thanks Patagonia. And thanks Monte for sharing your story. Keep riding, my friend. You've a fan in CO!
Monte’s story transcends race just like biking transcends race. What a story for all of us. We all deal with “stuff”, and biking refines us. Even though our transformation stories may not be as dramatic as his, we are all a brotherhood whose lives are enhanced and improved through cycling. What a beautiful video.
Hear hear
Killer story! Love to see more of what Monte does in the outdoor industry!
Good on you Monte. Biking changed my life. I appreciate your effort to show others because its a great time/experience. Cheers bro
This was an awesome story! I wish nothing but the best for Monte. I can speak from experience that it's hard to do what he's doing, and he's 100% correct in everything he said. OMG, I can't write how I feel after hearing Monte. He said everything I've always felt and wanted to say. He convicted me and reminded me of some of my biggest mistakes. I used to BMX when was young, but I sold out to the peer pressure of not falling in line with "black people" sports. Don't get me wrong, I love basketball, but that was never me. One long story and a lot of shattered pieces later, I'm back in the woods on a mountain bike. I'm back to working on my car. Thank you so much for this story. You have know idea how encouraging this was for me.
Bro, glad to hear you're back doing what you love. Haters love to be loud and obnoxious, but ignore them and do what sparks joy!
Good on you, man.
Good on you, man.
Being a black military bratt growing up in Germany l started cycling at age 8 driving at nine. In the 70s we would strike oit on bike and travel to other countries diring the summers. There are Autobahn s and next to that are bike trails and next to that are walking trailsall through out Germany. Hunting fishing hiking all vame with the many different young men I hung around. I am 64 years young and still bike, kayak, camp.
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Beautiful all the way around. Keep shining Monte!
This is one of the best Patagonia films EVER. So inspiring!
This is an amazing story!. Matt Kuhn has done amazing things with the kids in Richmond and Monte is proof of this. Monte you have learned so much and I so proud of the journey you have taken - you will be such a great inspiration for other youth in RVA and wherever you are. Keep your dream of helping others see the rest of the world.
Thanks Patagonia and Monte for making me choke up during breakfast on a Monday morning. What you’re doing is powerful, Monte! Never relent!
Fantastic vid. Ride on, Monte, ride on!
Righteous. I'd ride with Monte any day.
I love this Story. Although we may have cultural differences, we are people, much of what we desire is the same. To have saved a life and opened doors that are normally closed is something that brings us all together. Our Country needs this now more than ever but even more important our PEOPLE need this more than ever. We can do this, but it MUST be done TOGETHER. Thanks MONTE for sharing your story keep riding and keep exploring.
Such a sweet kid and family. Awesome work on this. Just goes to show what finding a hobby or a passion can do for someone. Life's tough, we all need an escape that makes us happy.
Awesome documentary, Monte is a cool dude. Keep riding my friend 👊
Ride on Monte! Nice work!
This is a great documentary on what getting outdoors and in nature can do for someone. Now if the rest of the social media obsessed generation could learn that we'd get somewhere.
Jesus Christ?
YEAH RIGHT. LOG OFF FIRST. AND STEP OUTSIDE THE FRONT DOOR. AND WALK.
Thanks JC.
"Unplug to recharge... so sayeth the lor... Me." -- Jesus Christ
Social media isn't a generational problem, it's a societal problem.
So proud of you! Don't stop!
The morning feeling of the fresh breeze and the smell of the nature when spending time in there its unpayable ❤️
I really got into cycling in high school and college back in 1984. It was motivating to be around good cyclists at Chico State and I became a better rider way back then. ✌
This is so awesome!!!
LOVE this story! You're doing great things Monte! Hit us up if you ever want to be a mountain bike guide! We need more bright, talented young individuals like you to help get more kids on bikes.
Most people have a lack of exposure to outdoors in America, not just black people, though we are even less likely than others to get outdoors for a multitude of reasons. Very true what he says about "acceptance" in outdoor spaces. I love to hike and mountain bike, but I have had frequent negative experiences with others on trails, to the extent that I sometimes feel like giving the negative energy right back. I also have to remind myself regularly that being accepted is irrelevant in PUBLIC, outdoor spaces. Funny how people who have issues within themselves, try to project them on others. I've also met a lot of cool people outdoors though. Awesome that Monte has learned to thrive in the midst of it all.
This is awesome!
Way to go, Monte!!!
Мне 32. Смотрю тебя из России. Удивительно, как простое механическое средство передвижения делает людей по всему миру единомышленниками. Душевное видео, спасибо тебе брат🙏
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Monte is a legend
just wonderful!
DONT YOU NEVER STOP KEEP LIVING YOUR LIFE TO THE FULLEST ENJOY EVER MIN OF IT
Beautiful 👏🏽🙏🏽
Great story!!! Who produced and filmed this?!? I want to check out more of their work!!!
i luv this kid
Keep pushing lil cuz, I love you❗️🫶🏿😘
This was so inspiring! Thank you!!!!
Well done Monte!
Kombucha blowing up in a dorm room is one of the most liberal arts things ever
The only colour that matters is the colour of your racing jersey. Great story!! 👏
Great video. Keep riding my young brother.
Nice story! Cycling does help indeed...
I'm always wondering why there's no black riders in Tour de France. In the meantime, black runners are so successful in both short and long runs on the track. We need more black pro riders. BTW, I'd recommend wearing knee/elbow pads when MTBing. Knees are delicate, prone to injury.
Heck YEAH!🔥❤️👍
I hope in the future there's more programs that can make things like cycling more accessible for low income people. Cycling is a great activity that has improved my life in numerous ways but it is prohibitively expensive for far too many people. I help coach the local NICA team in Abingdon Virginia and we have some great ambitious riders that are sometimes held back by their equipment. I've also noticed being an outdoor enthusiast my whole life how much its like 95% white people in outdoor spaces, not only are a lot of outdoor activities expensive to get into but I think there's a multifaceted stigma of POC in outdoor spaces, idk how to fix it but I really hope to see more diversity in outdoor spaces as time goes on because nature should be for everyone to enjoy and i think everyone can find healing and peace among the trees.
10/10
Monte rocks, and so great this program. But where are the girls??????
Hey there! If you want to see some badass ladies riding on some mountain bike, we recommend you check out one of our favorite Patagonia Films, Life of Pie: Pizza and Bikes Can Fix Anything.
Watch the full film here: pat.ag/YT/LifeOfPie
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Which jacket is Monte wearing ?
I see u nephew ❤🫡
I know ur dad smile right now
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