When I watched the video about cycling in LA I thought, "how can you go to LA and not meetup with Justin Williams and Legion of LA"? This was a nice surprise.
I love these guys so much, been following them for a while and absolutely love what they stand for. So cool, charismatic and forward thinking. We're all so lucky to have people like this in our sport paving the way for others
Don’t give a damn about how people look! I don’t get all of that racist BS what is it all absolut? The human kind is so annoying with all of its BS just respect each other and have a great time! The world would be such a better place if everyone would think like that...
Jeremy, I’ve watched about 350 GCN videos, and enjoyed all of them, but that was by far the best amongst them. What a fantastic and inspiring story you brought to the community.
Yup, can't be said enough, this was the absolute best GCN video I've seen. Production values are sky high, really well put together, excellent meaningful content. Powers is taking it to the next level.
The Williams brothers and L39ion are a Southern California staple and re writing the script on their own terms. Awesome to see GCN validating what most people here already knew.
@@blanctroopers334 They are all brothers. Justin would make (IS making) a fantastic Team Manager and DS and lead rider, all in one. You can tell he loves everyone on the team. I hope they continue to grow and do things they're own way. (But yeah they are bros)
Re writing how, biking is biking. The same demand he had figuring it will be the same on his team and he show cased that with dictation. I’m certain you noticed.
therealgoody Theyre steadily growing to nearly 2M subscribers, and are absolutely crushing their segment. Their costs may be high, but obviously they’re doing something right.
@therealgoody I don't think so. Look at any cycling on line magazines and you see at least 10 tech articles for every dedicated human interest story. The exception might be Sigma Sports cafe talk series with Matt Stephens, but that is a true one of a kind.
Ron Byers obvs sigma sports videos also exist primarily to advertise their shop, but yeah you're right, they don't feel like that. I wish gcn had less 0% editorialized ads, but maybe it's just the way of the industry
This is probably THE BEST video GCN has put out since the original 3 presenters were working together. Justin and his brothers show what cycling is all about. Cycling is about bringing up those behind you, supporting those who love the sport, it’s about making changes to traditions while respecting where those traditions were born, but most of all it’s about family and bring all those interested in being a part of our cycling community into the fold. Jeremy, you nailed it!
GCN just has so much, and so diverse, great cycling material. This documentary was fascinating. When I see J Pow I’m always keen, but I like the way he minimised his presence and let the people tell their own story. I’m not American but I do find it refreshing to see these vids on American cycling culture. It looks much more fun than the European one, I guess as the stakes are lower. Anyway, Jeremy - keep exploring, keep documenting. This stuff is gold.
Yea US crit scene definitely needs to be covered more in this channel ✊ It could be good example for many country who wants to develop their racing culture. Because the logistic isn't as complex as lets say Paris roubaix
@@punkandprovocation Give us all a break. They had Emma Pooley but she left to pursue other goals. As you can (maybe?) tell, they don't just hire any jerkoff who likes cycling and they can't force people to work for them. There are loads of men out there with World Tour experience but very few women. As far as minorities go, you can't just change the history of cycling, right now, it's pretty European. I mean FFS, anyone with the resume GCN wants is like guaranteed to be European; and at the end of the day this person has to want to work for GCN and has to speak one or more of the languages in which GCN operates channels.
@Smattless Keep it white, am I rite? We get it Smattless, you're a racist. Just be full racist already and stop holding back. You commented above how blacks are already fully represented in cycling and we shouldn't push the issue by having them in more interviews.
That's it.. right there.. spirit, love of cycling, friendship and teamwork.. fantastic vid. Thanks GCN and J Pow.. I'm a big fan of Rapha and their involvement in cycling in the USA.. they got it right highlighting Legion.. makes me want to get out on my bike, even when the wind is blowing the trees in half, and the rain is making puddles 3 inches deep.. blown away. ✊🏻👍🏻
Ehh. I'd rather just have better infrastructure for cycling and pedestrians in the U.S. Pro cycling is never going to be that popular. Just the reality.
@gopre80 But what about trend of indoor cycling popularity? If more and more people exercise indoors, why need better outside infrastructure. Room for thought.
I got into cycling a couple of years ago after finding some of Cory’s videos online. I met Justin and Cory last year in NYC and inspired is an understatement. These guys have changed the game.
This is my favorite GCN video ever!! On the verge of tears from how beautiful and inspiring this message is! Justin Williams will change cycling for the better! Breaking barriers and stereotypes, this is the best sport!
An excellent articulation of Justin Williams' mission. Thank you GCN. J-Pow has been bringing smashing content to GCN and this is very reminiscent of his beyond the barriers videos. Great job.
USA Cycling, and most cycling promoters across all venues, needs to take a hard look at itself and its identity, and then look at the work that Justin is doing. He has success because of inclusiveness and the drive to find riders from outside the usual paths. Well done L39ION!
Cycling is open to anyone who can afford the bikes and going to races. Its all about interest, passion, support, etc. The West Coast needs more events in areas where spectators can come across a race and watch it. However, only a few races or publicized to general public. Most people do not know about them. Many races are not even filmed professionally.
Mark Connelly While I agree cycling needs more support and better promotion, particularly in the sport competitive west coast, I think what Steve was touching on is while its open to anyone who can afford the bikes and race, it’s not always welcoming of "anyone"... I don’t know if that makes sense or not, but that’s a general consensus... good points nonetheless Mark.
@@dpw420 thats what happens when pros race in races where people work full time. Legion wouldnt do anything if they went to pro level. That why they loiter racing truck drivers, makes them look better
Gotta say a big thank you both to Jeremy and GCN for making this film. Really never heard of the L39ion racing team or the Williams brothers but it was really fascinating to hear a bit of Justin's story and what it was like for him trying to make his mark on cycling. I guess that since cycling is quite a Euro centric sport that its always very alien for riders in the USA to make it big here and reach either World Tour or Pro Conti level. It would be really interesting to see more films like this which expose the development and domestic side of racing in the USA and try to shed some light on what the process is like for riders from non traditional cycling nations. Really great to see that Justin is actively using riders from a wider ethnic background to include them in the team and help to make the sport of cycling really appeal people from all differnt backgrounds who wouldn't usually be exposed to the sport. Really well done and a would be cool to follow up onn the story again in the future!
Probably the best vid I have seen on GCN! Love what Jeremy is bringing to the channel. Justin Williams is building a cycling in a way that will grow the sport in the US. Love it!
This is by far one of the best and most substantive videos ever produced by #GCN. Thank you, Jeromy Powers for not being afraid to address the uncomfortable issue of race in cycling. And thank you, Justin Williams for doing what you do. We TRULY appreciate you!!! #RepresentationMatters #MorePlease #RoadCycling #RoadBike
Great ethics in this team, family values, shared opinions and moving forward with loads of encouragement for new riders and talent. Shame but there are a few local teams I know (who shall remain nameless) who could benifit from watching this video. It aint always about the watts and trying to beat every rider on the road!
My friend there is no problem with riding fast etc but the problem therein lie that too many are becoming obsessed with their statistics to the exclusion of everything else! Why would you also like to assume that I like soy latte?
As a fellow Belizean and cyclist I’m sure I can speak for all Belizeans when I say that Justin and Corey Williams are exemplary human beings that have brought a tremendous pride to our country and our people. They are our national pride and represent what us Belizeans are about. Love, respect for others and always standing firm for what you believe in. I had the opportunity to have dinner with Justin once in Orlando and I knew he was a special person. So happy to see what he has been doing and continues to do. Thank you for bringing his story out into the spotlight on your network.
I met Justin at an event for Specialized Dealers last September. He sat at our dinner table one night and graciously answered questions from my curious industry peers. Eventually he told us the story of how he got into cycling with his father, and eventually how he became involved with racing. He is one heck of a nice guy, and a fierce competitor. He’s also right about pro cycling’s antiquated sponsorship and employment systems. The Williams brothers have taken 100% control of their professional careers. Personal sponsorships with companies that will get your back when you are in need of help, and teams that are more like co-ops or really families is what the future needs to be in order to ensure the survival of our sport here in the US, and to ensure the growth worldwide. Legion should be the model for Professional cycling teams from here forward.
Great video. The Williams bros and L39ion reminds me a bit of the old times in the 90s when skateboarding wasn't primarily a sport but a family and a lifestyle.
Whatever you’re paying J Pow, you should double it. He’s a natural broadcaster and I really appreciate the wider perspective he’s bought to your channel. The US production team is top notch too.
REPRESENTATION MATTERS. Thank you for highlighting such a cool local team. As a cyclist who is also a woman of color, I love seeing these guys out there on the road and feeling like they really get LA bike culture and are not afraid to do it their own way. So so inspiring and motivational to keep doing things my own way as well, despite not looking or acting like a “traditional cyclist”.
What does "as a cyclist who is also a woman of color" have to do with this video? This man, along with his brother, are changing cycling. A lot of people should learn from them. I wish them the best success going forward. What else is there than that?
I've been waiting for this for a couple of years. I second the idea of J Pow doing an ongoing GCN series with Justin, his brothers, and fellow Legionnaires, not just in this truncated season, but seasons to come. This team will gain talent and experience through diversity and a sense of family to make them successful - Justin has the charisma to help take them beyond just success. He can make them very special... and very COOL! Thank you for representing American cycling, Justin and brothers, and Team Legion...
Great to see this work highlighted!! I hope GCN can do more to highlight what continental teams are doing to grow the sport from within. Justin and his crew are truly inspiring. It’s great to see someone that’s still on top of there game pay it forward to the next generation.
Hats off to the whole GCN team for putting this together, the Williams brothers are truly an inspiration to us all, especially to our ppl. Love it !! Side note: this ended like a movie that has a sequel coming?!!! A part 2 would be just as 🔥
Legion has a serious “it” factor. With that being said this is one of the very best pieces of content GCN has ever put out. [scentence retracted as it takes away from the positive mood of this video] Bigup to the Williams brothers and the L39ION family on putting together a successful and exciting programme. Hit me up if you want to come to Jamaica we can put some rides together for you!
fel1918 maven made a sadly ridiculous and somewhat “blind hater” statement in the comments on a specialized video about Justin. It was not a good look, I stopped following maven because of it.
SkeetSystem you’re absolutely right. Better to the point my mention of CM takes away from this video and the Legion team. I apologize for bringing it up.
“That’s my culture, that’s important to me” ding ding ding ding ding we have a winner. Don’t let others tell you how to be. This guy is full on Goggins.
What comes across to me from watching this and several other videos of Legion, both racing and interviews, is how methodical, disciplined, prepared, strategic, and well-organized they are.
What makes this video even better isn’t the insight into Justin and Corey and their cycling team ripping up Crit races, it’s the fact that both, given their successes, are some of the coolest guys in cycling... that’s the beauty of this... he is who you see and in the end, in cycling, we can appreciate the realism in people like him, because that shouldn’t be rare - it should be the norm... Great job GCN!
What an amazing team! All inclusive and accepting and supportive. That is what makes a solid team. These guys are doing it right! Massive respect. Thanks to GCN and J Pow for bringing this content to us.
What a great video that was to watch! Big respect to the Williams brothers, and I especially liked what Cory said about the importance of love, and how important it is in the success of the team, and he's right. Love truly brings out the best in people. Cheers GCN!
Seriously very educational and spiritual video. In fact we should see more like this. Whoever in XXIst century sees any difference in people because of color or religion or political beliefs is super... inappropriate. Cheers.
Loved it. Also love the long format and storytelling. We all knew these guys were dope but this was incredible and big ups to GCN for taking the time/money to go out of your way to tell these stories. Ya'll are doing some great things
They're the Williams Bros are definitely a major reason why I got into crit racing. Representation matters. Thank you GCN for sharing their story to a broader audience.
To me, one of the most exciting bits of storytelling on GCN. Just letting the Wms brothers put their bike experiences in a bigger context. And with such heart.
Keep doing your thing bro, cycling is dope. Sometimes I'm embarrassed when someone asks me what sport I'm into, or what hobby im in too. I sometimes get a nasty response like, "oh you wear those tight spandex, that's pretty gay" would be cool to see road cycling accepted here in the US as a proper sport.
I think we all get that same shit. Meanwhile wrestling isn’t considered “gay” and its sweaty dudes in spandex groping eachother. All we can do is laugh it off.
Evol M3 ......They wear tights in pro football and slap each other on the ass. GO FIGURE! Next time someone states“Cycling is a Ghey sport” tell them ride 5 miles with you and keep up. 😜
Wow, awesome! Thanks GCN for this great insight into L39ION. The Williams Brothers and team L39ION are bringing much needed wind of change. I wish them a grand season and many victories.
I know that I am late to the party, but what he has created is nothing short of extraordinary. Be a minority, you understand diversity. It was so evident in how he created his team. And I love that he is using his platform to uplift his brothers and other minority cyclists. He understands that this is much than him. Big ups to Just.
I love that, “lets make it cool” I’ve always loved cycling and rode now and then but not as often as I should. This year for the last 3 months in a row I have been consistent and passionate about riding that many of my friends have been motivated and followed along.
At 14:30.., "Being the strongest guy is easy but learning how to ride with tactics..."!! that jumped out at me. Another person GCN has introduced me to that I wish I knew.
This is downright fantastic content. Perhaps the top thing I have ever seen on GCN. Justin: what a great representative for the sport...and, more importantly, the people in the sport.
The best video you have ever done. Justin Williams and the Legion team are doing something amazing for the sport of cycling, inspiring communities and putting diversity into the cycling.
This was a really good presentation and streets away from the typical UK content. It’s not about the kit or science, cycling is a state of mind to most and your biggest competitor is your own mind. I like it when cyclists lay out the things that drives them
My face hurts from smiling for 24 minutes and 25 seconds...what a great video. These guys are so humble and inspiring! I had the pleasure of meeting Justin in Tulsa right after their Crit win in 2019.
This is the best content from GCN that I've watched. Justin, Cory, CJ, and the rest of L39ion are fantastic people in addition to being tremendous cyclists, and I love this look into their team and their philosophy.
Huge fan of these guys. The Williams brothers are extremely talented, competitive, and LIT. Would love to shake their hand someday. Mad support from a CO amateur!
I consider this groundbreaking as a subject, focus (on a local team, on local athletes), and to some degree videography for the GCN franchise. Unexpected, and quite the weekend treat.
Thank you for featuring them on your channel. These guys are the real deal, paving the way for the next generation! Their outreach to their communities are very commendable. ✊🙌❤️
Outstanding video! Thanks for taking a step in the direction towards examining cycling culture at its roots, and the truly inspirational people who are at the heart of cycling. MORE OF THIS PLEASE!
That was a great watch. Justin's results were already incredibly impressive, and I'm all for more style and swagger in our sport, but his commitment to his mission (to grow the sport so people like him can reach their potential) is next level. These guys, and a few of the women's teams, make me excited about the domestic scene in a new way. I let my MLB.TV subscription lapse because I'm more exited to watch USA Crits. That's kind of amazing. Kudos to Justin and the rest of the Legion crew.
This is the best video GCN has ever produced, please produce more content like this. Its great and inspires everyone to get on the bike for the right reasons.
As a hobby cyclist in greater LA, sometimes I feel like I'm at the point farthest away from the center of the cycling universe. I appreciate J Powers' work to bring some great aspects of LA cycling to light. When I weekend ride PCH or the river flood channel trails (LA River, Santa Ana and San Gabriel) I realize that the LA Cycling community is very diverse and very passionate about our sport! Thanks again.
"I think I have the maturity now to be a pro tour rider...It's more important for me to create something that a lot of people can benefit from, rather than just myself." "I understand what the long game is, and I've never been more sure, never been more sure of what I should be doing. " Legend.
I had literally JUST finished reading an old article on how this team first came to be, and then I see this video in my feed! I was so pleasantly surprised! ! There is some real magic here and I look forward to continue following L39ION’s success. 💪🏾
Man, I wish that these guys were around when I was coming up! Would've loved to have been part of something like this as a cyclist. Definitely a fan! Thanks once again, to GCN and J-Pow, for putting this out. Mad respect! Ride hard, lean harder!
Just... LOVE IT! LOVE IT!! LOVE IT!!! Thank you for being such a GRAND Inspiration to the community and better yet the world. Thinking of those "Behind You" versus self alone says SO MUCH‼️‼️‼️ Justin & GCN, Thanks for sharing!!! 😎🤙🏽
A lot of Justin's trials and tribs sound like those faced by U.S. riders on the Euro pave for decades, no? It's a hard-knock life over there, no doubt, and it is great to see him and his team bring their game to the streets of California. And kudos to Specialized for their sponsorship and the free bikes for juniors for big crit wins. And it'd be nice to see an exploration of the BMX scene in California in the Seventies. The races themselves were rough and tumble--those kids were mean but that was the game--but the larger scene was beautiful, kids coming together and riding their bikes together. And I loved riding with my Mexican friends in Pacifica. Such good times with Julio and those guys. And they were fast. And we all dared each other to go faster and let's see who can go father over that jump.
What a great feeling watching this. Whenever I need some inspiration, I’ll come watch this. I love the way they represent the street they grew up on. It’s the culture.
Just how cool is Justin's team? Let us know below 👇
they're off the charts cool. like way too cool. In fact they are so cool, I can't believe they ride bikes
And I used to think J-POW was the epitome of cool in cycling....
When I watched the video about cycling in LA I thought, "how can you go to LA and not meetup with Justin Williams and Legion of LA"? This was a nice surprise.
Literally the best episode of gcn in quite a while cool. The Williams brothers are the best.
I love these guys so much, been following them for a while and absolutely love what they stand for. So cool, charismatic and forward thinking. We're all so lucky to have people like this in our sport paving the way for others
As a black guy and a cyclist, it's really nice to see someone who looks like me being showcased on a channel like this. Big thank you GCN.
@@rosbifle413 I think what he's referring to is representation, man.
@@rosbifle413 I'm sure glad you got that off your chest. Sort of like taking a laxative.
@@rosbifle413 you sound like somebody who gets annoyed when animes don't have any white characters
Don’t give a damn about how people look! I don’t get all of that racist BS what is it all absolut? The human kind is so annoying with all of its BS just respect each other and have a great time! The world would be such a better place if everyone would think like that...
@@rosbifle413 no
Jeremy, I’ve watched about 350 GCN videos, and enjoyed all of them, but that was by far the best amongst them. What a fantastic and inspiring story you brought to the community.
Ian Sutherland hands down, just went to comments to write exact same thing and found your comment, probably the best GCN video I ever watched
Yup, can't be said enough, this was the absolute best GCN video I've seen.
Production values are sky high, really well put together, excellent meaningful content. Powers is taking it to the next level.
So true, this might be the best GCN video. Jeremy, keep it up!
The Williams brothers and L39ion are a Southern California staple and re writing the script on their own terms. Awesome to see GCN validating what most people here already knew.
justin and cory are brothers??
@@blanctroopers334 They are all brothers. Justin would make (IS making) a fantastic Team Manager and DS and lead rider, all in one. You can tell he loves everyone on the team. I hope they continue to grow and do things they're own way. (But yeah they are bros)
Re writing how, biking is biking. The same demand he had figuring it will be the same on his team and he show cased that with dictation. I’m certain you noticed.
Featuring cyclist is a lot more interesting other than just equipment-based content.
yea but that how they make their monies, i only watch maybe 1 of 10 gcn videos nowadays, most of the vids are ads
All the equipment based content makes these videos possible.
therealgoody Theyre steadily growing to nearly 2M subscribers, and are absolutely crushing their segment. Their costs may be high, but obviously they’re doing something right.
@therealgoody I don't think so. Look at any cycling on line magazines and you see at least 10 tech articles for every dedicated human interest story. The exception might be Sigma Sports cafe talk series with Matt Stephens, but that is a true one of a kind.
Ron Byers obvs sigma sports videos also exist primarily to advertise their shop, but yeah you're right, they don't feel like that. I wish gcn had less 0% editorialized ads, but maybe it's just the way of the industry
This is probably THE BEST video GCN has put out since the original 3 presenters were working together. Justin and his brothers show what cycling is all about. Cycling is about bringing up those behind you, supporting those who love the sport, it’s about making changes to traditions while respecting where those traditions were born, but most of all it’s about family and bring all those interested in being a part of our cycling community into the fold.
Jeremy, you nailed it!
what he said ^^^
Right on, @Michael Albany!
GCN just has so much, and so diverse, great cycling material. This documentary was fascinating. When I see J Pow I’m always keen, but I like the way he minimised his presence and let the people tell their own story. I’m not American but I do find it refreshing to see these vids on American cycling culture. It looks much more fun than the European one, I guess as the stakes are lower. Anyway, Jeremy - keep exploring, keep documenting. This stuff is gold.
With one woman and now POC/minorities in their presenting team? Come on.
watch state bicycles' videos called riding fixed, up mountain with pros. They got justin and cory williams which is pretty dope video.
Yea US crit scene definitely needs to be covered more in this channel ✊ It could be good example for many country who wants to develop their racing culture. Because the logistic isn't as complex as lets say Paris roubaix
@@punkandprovocation Give us all a break. They had Emma Pooley but she left to pursue other goals. As you can (maybe?) tell, they don't just hire any jerkoff who likes cycling and they can't force people to work for them. There are loads of men out there with World Tour experience but very few women. As far as minorities go, you can't just change the history of cycling, right now, it's pretty European. I mean FFS, anyone with the resume GCN wants is like guaranteed to be European; and at the end of the day this person has to want to work for GCN and has to speak one or more of the languages in which GCN operates channels.
@Smattless Keep it white, am I rite?
We get it Smattless, you're a racist. Just be full racist already and stop holding back. You commented above how blacks are already fully represented in cycling and we shouldn't push the issue by having them in more interviews.
That's it.. right there.. spirit, love of cycling, friendship and teamwork.. fantastic vid. Thanks GCN and J Pow.. I'm a big fan of Rapha and their involvement in cycling in the USA.. they got it right highlighting Legion.. makes me want to get out on my bike, even when the wind is blowing the trees in half, and the rain is making puddles 3 inches deep.. blown away. ✊🏻👍🏻
This dude is exactly right. You have to make cycling look cool if you want to make it bigger here in America.
Kurt Mueller not just in America, in Europe too
Ehh. I'd rather just have better infrastructure for cycling and pedestrians in the U.S. Pro cycling is never going to be that popular. Just the reality.
money too
@gopre80 But what about trend of indoor cycling popularity? If more and more people exercise indoors, why need better outside infrastructure. Room for thought.
@@nayr497 bang on. It's not a new sport - if it was going to reach 'cool' status it would have done by now.
1 of THE best GCN vids ever watched...and the drone work of the race was fantastic! - great bunch of riders great team!
I got into cycling a couple of years ago after finding some of Cory’s videos online. I met Justin and Cory last year in NYC and inspired is an understatement. These guys have changed the game.
This is my favorite GCN video ever!! On the verge of tears from how beautiful and inspiring this message is! Justin Williams will change cycling for the better! Breaking barriers and stereotypes, this is the best sport!
From Nairobi,Kenya,the L39gion of LA are a super inspiration, would love to see GCN come down cover our team VELONOS Cycling Team
hio inaweza shika kuruka
@@OdhiamboNaftali nice
An excellent articulation of Justin Williams' mission. Thank you GCN.
J-Pow has been bringing smashing content to GCN and this is very reminiscent of his beyond the barriers videos. Great job.
USA Cycling, and most cycling promoters across all venues, needs to take a hard look at itself and its identity, and then look at the work that Justin is doing. He has success because of inclusiveness and the drive to find riders from outside the usual paths. Well done L39ION!
Steve Nagy Well said Steve... 🙌🏽
Cycling is open to anyone who can afford the bikes and going to races. Its all about interest, passion, support, etc. The West Coast needs more events in areas where spectators can come across a race and watch it. However, only a few races or publicized to general public. Most people do not know about them. Many races are not even filmed professionally.
Mark Connelly While I agree cycling needs more support and better promotion, particularly in the sport competitive west coast, I think what Steve was touching on is while its open to anyone who can afford the bikes and race, it’s not always welcoming of "anyone"... I don’t know if that makes sense or not, but that’s a general consensus... good points nonetheless Mark.
having three different people that can produce 2000 watts in your team helps too!
@@dpw420 thats what happens when pros race in races where people work full time.
Legion wouldnt do anything if they went to pro level.
That why they loiter racing truck drivers, makes them look better
Damn, this could be a full 90 minute documentary
it should be
@mj o, I agree!
Easy!!!
Hell yeah
@@terrancep.5475 1030 what are you working on OK OK put it on my phone I love you too
Gotta say a big thank you both to Jeremy and GCN for making this film. Really never heard of the L39ion racing team or the Williams brothers but it was really fascinating to hear a bit of Justin's story and what it was like for him trying to make his mark on cycling. I guess that since cycling is quite a Euro centric sport that its always very alien for riders in the USA to make it big here and reach either World Tour or Pro Conti level. It would be really interesting to see more films like this which expose the development and domestic side of racing in the USA and try to shed some light on what the process is like for riders from non traditional cycling nations. Really great to see that Justin is actively using riders from a wider ethnic background to include them in the team and help to make the sport of cycling really appeal people from all differnt backgrounds who wouldn't usually be exposed to the sport. Really well done and a would be cool to follow up onn the story again in the future!
Probably the best vid I have seen on GCN! Love what Jeremy is bringing to the channel. Justin Williams is building a cycling in a way that will grow the sport in the US. Love it!
This is by far one of the best and most substantive videos ever produced by #GCN. Thank you, Jeromy Powers for not being afraid to address the uncomfortable issue of race in cycling. And thank you, Justin Williams for doing what you do. We TRULY appreciate you!!! #RepresentationMatters #MorePlease #RoadCycling #RoadBike
Great ethics in this team, family values, shared opinions and moving forward with loads of encouragement for new riders and talent. Shame but there are a few local teams I know (who shall remain nameless) who could benifit from watching this video. It aint always about the watts and trying to beat every rider on the road!
So riding isn't about going as fast as possible anymore for you? Have you drank too many soy lattes maybe?
My friend there is no problem with riding fast etc but the problem therein lie that too many are becoming obsessed with their statistics to the exclusion of everything else! Why would you also like to assume that I like soy latte?
@@rosbifle413 You're on a roll, baby.
@@texleeger8973 thanks Tex.
@@veloman59 soy messes with hormones. If you don't like the club....don't go...? You're jealous maybe that you can't go fast. I'd suggest squats.
As a fellow Belizean and cyclist I’m sure I can speak for all Belizeans when I say that Justin and Corey Williams are exemplary human beings that have brought a tremendous pride to our country and our people. They are our national pride and represent what us Belizeans are about. Love, respect for others and always standing firm for what you believe in. I had the opportunity to have dinner with Justin once in Orlando and I knew he was a special person. So happy to see what he has been doing and continues to do. Thank you for bringing his story out into the spotlight on your network.
Fellow Belizean here 🇧🇿✊🏼
I met Justin at an event for Specialized Dealers last September. He sat at our dinner table one night and graciously answered questions from my curious industry peers. Eventually he told us the story of how he got into cycling with his father, and eventually how he became involved with racing. He is one heck of a nice guy, and a fierce competitor.
He’s also right about pro cycling’s antiquated sponsorship and employment systems. The Williams brothers have taken 100% control of their professional careers. Personal sponsorships with companies that will get your back when you are in need of help, and teams that are more like co-ops or really families is what the future needs to be in order to ensure the survival of our sport here in the US, and to ensure the growth worldwide. Legion should be the model for Professional cycling teams from here forward.
Hands down the best video GCN has ever done. Thoroughly enjoyed it!
Yes!!!! These guys are the best thing to happen in cycling, not just in SoCal! Raising the whole game.
Thank you so much for doing this interview. Justin is doing awesome things for cycling in the US.
Great video. The Williams bros and L39ion reminds me a bit of the old times in the 90s when skateboarding wasn't primarily a sport but a family and a lifestyle.
Alot of love for the Legion of LA. from Nairobi Kenya
Wassup Nairobi... Hillcrest alumni here
@@thekeytoairpower Woop woop Good stuff!!!!!
Now to make a follow up video with them during the middle of the USA Crits series in the summer...
ripp to that idea
As someone who took off the whole weekend for the Tulsa Tough weekend, I’m so sad about this year. Among so many other reasons.
Whatever you’re paying J Pow, you should double it. He’s a natural broadcaster and I really appreciate the wider perspective he’s bought to your channel. The US production team is top notch too.
he also knows how to wear a cap
REPRESENTATION MATTERS. Thank you for highlighting such a cool local team. As a cyclist who is also a woman of color, I love seeing these guys out there on the road and feeling like they really get LA bike culture and are not afraid to do it their own way. So so inspiring and motivational to keep doing things my own way as well, despite not looking or acting like a “traditional cyclist”.
Keep the rubber side down, Melissa.
What does "as a cyclist who is also a woman of color" have to do with this video? This man, along with his brother, are changing cycling. A lot of people should learn from them. I wish them the best success going forward. What else is there than that?
why the mention of the 'woman of colour' these guys are cyclists.......end of
I've been waiting for this for a couple of years. I second the idea of J Pow doing an ongoing GCN series with Justin, his brothers, and fellow Legionnaires, not just in this truncated season, but seasons to come. This team will gain talent and experience through diversity and a sense of family to make them successful - Justin has the charisma to help take them beyond just success. He can make them very special... and very COOL! Thank you for representing American cycling, Justin and brothers, and Team Legion...
The fire just started, for sure Justin's efforts would not go to waste.
He made America great again.
Great vid GCN. Keep it up.
Wow, that was the best video GCN has ever made; great content, production quality etc . It had everything. Congrats to stepping up your game.
He’s completely right. A lot of higher ups in cycling need to watch this video.
Story worth telling. Can we just say that this is probably the best episode you have done since the inception. Meaningful and raw.
Yessssss! More of these mini-documentary type of videos, love it and I love the Williams bros!
Great to see this work highlighted!! I hope GCN can do more to highlight what continental teams are doing to grow the sport from within. Justin and his crew are truly inspiring. It’s great to see someone that’s still on top of there game pay it forward to the next generation.
Hats off to the whole GCN team for putting this together, the Williams brothers are truly an inspiration to us all, especially to our ppl. Love it !!
Side note: this ended like a movie that has a sequel coming?!!! A part 2 would be just as 🔥
Mad respect for what this man is doing in helping to elevate the sport and his teammates. Best of luck to you and your program.
Wow ...outstanding video Jeremy and GCN.A big hats off to Justin Williams and L39GION!!
Wow! Blown away by that film! Next level cool!
Legion has a serious “it” factor. With that being said this is one of the very best pieces of content GCN has ever put out.
[scentence retracted as it takes away from the positive mood of this video]
Bigup to the Williams brothers and the L39ION family on putting together a successful and exciting programme. Hit me up if you want to come to Jamaica we can put some rides together for you!
What has Cycling Maven to do with this ? Have I missed something ?
fel1918 maven made a sadly ridiculous and somewhat “blind hater” statement in the comments on a specialized video about Justin. It was not a good look, I stopped following maven because of it.
I like that you can make an accusation these days, provide no details, and have it still have traction.
SkeetSystem totally agree
SkeetSystem you’re absolutely right. Better to the point my mention of CM takes away from this video and the Legion team. I apologize for bringing it up.
Wow, I've never seen production like this from GCN. The montage, and music, and conversations - everything was great here.
“That’s my culture, that’s important to me” ding ding ding ding ding we have a winner. Don’t let others tell you how to be. This guy is full on Goggins.
What comes across to me from watching this and several other videos of Legion, both racing and interviews, is how methodical, disciplined, prepared, strategic, and well-organized they are.
What makes this video even better isn’t the insight into Justin and Corey and their cycling team ripping up Crit races, it’s the fact that both, given their successes, are some of the coolest guys in cycling... that’s the beauty of this... he is who you see and in the end, in cycling, we can appreciate the realism in people like him, because that shouldn’t be rare - it should be the norm... Great job GCN!
What an amazing team! All inclusive and accepting and supportive. That is what makes a solid team. These guys are doing it right! Massive respect. Thanks to GCN and J Pow for bringing this content to us.
Hands down one of, if not the best GCN videos to date. People are always more interesting and inspiring than the latest tech.
Well done, loved it!
What a great video that was to watch! Big respect to the Williams brothers, and I especially liked what Cory said about the importance of love, and how important it is in the success of the team, and he's right. Love truly brings out the best in people. Cheers GCN!
Seriously very educational and spiritual video. In fact we should see more like this. Whoever in XXIst century sees any difference in people because of color or religion or political beliefs is super... inappropriate. Cheers.
Loved it. Also love the long format and storytelling. We all knew these guys were dope but this was incredible and big ups to GCN for taking the time/money to go out of your way to tell these stories. Ya'll are doing some great things
They're the Williams Bros are definitely a major reason why I got into crit racing. Representation matters. Thank you GCN for sharing their story to a broader audience.
To me, one of the most exciting bits of storytelling on GCN. Just letting the Wms brothers put their bike experiences in a bigger context. And with such heart.
Keep doing your thing bro, cycling is dope. Sometimes I'm embarrassed when someone asks me what sport I'm into, or what hobby im in too. I sometimes get a nasty response like, "oh you wear those tight spandex, that's pretty gay" would be cool to see road cycling accepted here in the US as a proper sport.
Facts
I think we all get that same shit. Meanwhile wrestling isn’t considered “gay” and its sweaty dudes in spandex groping eachother. All we can do is laugh it off.
my favorite response is "all i'm hearing right now is thigh envy"
Evol M3 ......They wear tights in pro football and slap each other on the ass. GO FIGURE! Next time someone states“Cycling is a Ghey sport” tell them ride 5 miles with you and keep up. 😜
I feel like a badass in cycling kit
Fantastic and inspiring video, Jeremy! What a great story about the Legion and USA cycling!
Wow, awesome! Thanks GCN for this great insight into L39ION. The Williams Brothers and team L39ION are bringing much needed wind of change. I wish them a grand season and many victories.
I know that I am late to the party, but what he has created is nothing short of extraordinary. Be a minority, you understand diversity. It was so evident in how he created his team. And I love that he is using his platform to uplift his brothers and other minority cyclists. He understands that this is much than him. Big ups to Just.
I love that, “lets make it cool” I’ve always loved cycling and rode now and then but not as often as I should. This year for the last 3 months in a row I have been consistent and passionate about riding that many of my friends have been motivated and followed along.
At 14:30.., "Being the strongest guy is easy but learning how to ride with tactics..."!! that jumped out at me. Another person GCN has introduced me to that I wish I knew.
These guys are inspiring and Justin is a very impressive young man. I think this is exactly what cycling needs and I wish them all the best.
Simply. Awesome. Jeremy, thank you so much for bringing attention to so many things that are great in American cycling!
This is downright fantastic content. Perhaps the top thing I have ever seen on GCN.
Justin: what a great representative for the sport...and, more importantly, the people in the sport.
This was one of your absolute top 5 videos. Great interview.
The best video you have ever done. Justin Williams and the Legion team are doing something amazing for the sport of cycling, inspiring communities and putting diversity into the cycling.
This was a really good presentation and streets away from the typical UK content. It’s not about the kit or science, cycling is a state of mind to most and your biggest competitor is your own mind. I like it when cyclists lay out the things that drives them
My face hurts from smiling for 24 minutes and 25 seconds...what a great video. These guys are so humble and inspiring! I had the pleasure of meeting Justin in Tulsa right after their Crit win in 2019.
"To be cool and to help" what a heart❤️
This is the best content from GCN that I've watched. Justin, Cory, CJ, and the rest of L39ion are fantastic people in addition to being tremendous cyclists, and I love this look into their team and their philosophy.
i did my first road race today. i really enjoyed it.
Congrats. That is a huge deal!👏👏👏👏
How did u do?
@@PcGangMusic i think i did fairly well. i was second in a couple of em
Huge fan of these guys. The Williams brothers are extremely talented, competitive, and LIT. Would love to shake their hand someday. Mad support from a CO amateur!
This is the kind of content GCN should be doing. Absolutely well done.
That is some inspirational 4star play. I love what Mr. Williams is achieving! Give him more support!
really loving the legion jersey tho, those are sleeksss
Waaay cool!
They’re on the Rapha website.
I just love that GCN is doing more videos in LA. As a mixed-race person, born and raised in LA, it's good to see some variety on the channel.
I consider this groundbreaking as a subject, focus (on a local team, on local athletes), and to some degree videography for the GCN franchise. Unexpected, and quite the weekend treat.
Thanks for covering Legion! They are a great team and I am glad that your viewership is getting to hear about them.
Been following these guys for years and they truly deserve this kinda of spotlight! Great interview!
Thank you for featuring them on your channel. These guys are the real deal, paving the way for the next generation! Their outreach to their communities are very commendable. ✊🙌❤️
Would love to see some more videos on this team throughout their season
Good to see another brother out here riding... that’s motivation for a beginner like me.
Great interview, liked how Justin related how he has gone through a very adventurous journey.
Outstanding video! Thanks for taking a step in the direction towards examining cycling culture at its roots, and the truly inspirational people who are at the heart of cycling. MORE OF THIS PLEASE!
That was a great watch. Justin's results were already incredibly impressive, and I'm all for more style and swagger in our sport, but his commitment to his mission (to grow the sport so people like him can reach their potential) is next level. These guys, and a few of the women's teams, make me excited about the domestic scene in a new way. I let my MLB.TV subscription lapse because I'm more exited to watch USA Crits. That's kind of amazing. Kudos to Justin and the rest of the Legion crew.
This is the best video GCN has ever produced, please produce more content like this. Its great and inspires everyone to get on the bike for the right reasons.
I can't even with these guys! Super cool. Great interview, GCN!
Love what Justin and his brothers have done for cycling ! The best GCn video by far !
Shout out to the interviewer. Very good questions and all around seems like a cool guy.
As a hobby cyclist in greater LA, sometimes I feel like I'm at the point farthest away from the center of the cycling universe. I appreciate J Powers' work to bring some great aspects of LA cycling to light. When I weekend ride PCH or the river flood channel trails (LA River, Santa Ana and San Gabriel) I realize that the LA Cycling community is very diverse and very passionate about our sport! Thanks again.
"I think I have the maturity now to be a pro tour rider...It's more important for me to create something that a lot of people can benefit from, rather than just myself."
"I understand what the long game is, and I've never been more sure, never been more sure of what I should be doing. "
Legend.
Justin's attitude and work ethic is so inspiring. Big things coming from L39ION in the next few years!
I had literally JUST finished reading an old article on how this team first came to be, and then I see this video in my feed! I was so pleasantly surprised! ! There is some real magic here and I look forward to continue following L39ION’s success. 💪🏾
One of the best GCN videos I've seen. Looking forward to cycling becoming more inclusive
Man, I wish that these guys were around when I was coming up! Would've loved to have been part of something like this as a cyclist. Definitely a fan! Thanks once again, to GCN and J-Pow, for putting this out. Mad respect! Ride hard, lean harder!
GCN, thank you for opening the discussion about race and cycling.
That was great. Being from Northern California, or California in general its great to hear about the cycling community.
oh hell yeah! Justin Williams. My hero
This was by far one of my favorite videos! Being extremely biased because I am from California and we love L39ION ! ❤❤
Just...
LOVE IT!
LOVE IT!!
LOVE IT!!!
Thank you for being such a GRAND Inspiration to the community and better yet the world.
Thinking of those "Behind You" versus self alone says SO MUCH‼️‼️‼️
Justin & GCN, Thanks for sharing!!! 😎🤙🏽
Probably the best GCN video. That J-Pow is great, content was top notch as well, keep up the great work
A lot of Justin's trials and tribs sound like those faced by U.S. riders on the Euro pave for decades, no? It's a hard-knock life over there, no doubt, and it is great to see him and his team bring their game to the streets of California. And kudos to Specialized for their sponsorship and the free bikes for juniors for big crit wins. And it'd be nice to see an exploration of the BMX scene in California in the Seventies. The races themselves were rough and tumble--those kids were mean but that was the game--but the larger scene was beautiful, kids coming together and riding their bikes together. And I loved riding with my Mexican friends in Pacifica. Such good times with Julio and those guys. And they were fast. And we all dared each other to go faster and let's see who can go father over that jump.
What a great feeling watching this. Whenever I need some inspiration, I’ll come watch this. I love the way they represent the street they grew up on. It’s the culture.