Martin Soderstrom joins Specialized Freeride Team for 2011

Jan 21, 2011 at 9:45

Over the past few years, Martin Soderstrom has doubtlessly become one of the top freeride mountain bikers in the world. In the last 2 years alone, Martin has won 11 events and placed 5th overall at the 2010 FMB World Tour. Signing with Specialized is another rung in the ladder to stardom for him and he is ready to show off the new partnership. Martin will ride his new P.3, SX Trail, or Demo 8 at lots of contests all over the world and once again rock the FMB World Tour.

Aiming to dominate the freeride world in 2011, Specialized is excited to announce the addition of Swedish pro Martin Soderstrom to their freeride program. Specialized will sponsor Martin with frames and saddles for at least the next two years and will be joining two of the best, Darren Berrecloth and Matt Hunter, to create one of the most diverse—and dangerous—freeride teams in the world. Not only do this year’s athletes represent the best in the business, the two decorated
vets and the young up-and-coming pro are not shy when it comes to product development. Specialized will make the best use of this partnership to take their products to the next level, as we’ve already seen with their XC and Downhill collaborations. As Martin puts it:

I couldn't be any happier to sign with Specialized, it has always been a dream to ride for a big brand, and now to sign with THE brand of the big brands is just amazing. I have only been on the team for a little while now, but we have gotten a very quick start in a short amount of time to discuss how to reach our goals. As many of you already know I am a rider that has to be very certain that the products I am using are the best on the market and I feel that Specialized is the right brand for me. Together we want to create some new amazing gear, not only for me, but also for all of you out there. So let's say: Stay tuned!

Deacon James, the director of the P.series line of dirt/park and street bikes said “we couldn’t be more excited. We have the utmost respect for Martin. We are big fans of his riding and style and have a deep appreciation for his professionalism. The timing couldn’t be better as we are dedicating more resources to P.series to fully realize Martin’s goals and ours by utilizing his direct feedback in the development of our current and future projects. Specialized is dedicated to making Martin’s dream bikes a reality, and we are well underway already. We’re going to elevate our game together. These are exciting times for P.series to say the least.”

Martin is fortunate to have two notorious rippers as teammates. Supported by strong partners for the 2011 season, expect Martin to nail the sickest tricks at 26TRIX, Vienna Air King, Rocket Air and the Crankworx events. To stay in touch with Martin, join his fan page on Facebook or check his website: www.martin-soderstrom.com

For further information or interview and photo requests, please contact: high@rasoulution.com

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319 Comments

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JoeA (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:08)

Yeah! Nice, i think he suits NS more though Frown

+ 94

carter-hill (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:10)

woooooah, this is weird. NS was perfect for him, i figured he'd ride the Soda this season for slope...

+ 39

mama123 (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:11)

i dont imagine him on the spec...

rwstyle (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:12)

biggest fail in mtb history to leave NSBIKES

+ 33

Tom-Ryde (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:13)

agreed.
Offering more money than NS or just so he can have a say in the P series?

+ 21

K3ano (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:14)

Yeah, I was gonna say, I would've thought he'd get more input with the bikes at NS seeing as they're a fairly small team. I'm betting specialised will be paying him a fair bit though ha

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mikelevy Mod Plus (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:15)

@rwstyle,

How so? I'm sure NS is "cooler" in some peoples books, but there is certainly more to sponsorship than being with the most hip or coolest company. NS makes some great rigs, but there is no denying that Speci has more resources and more selection. Not only that, we could see him rip it up at even more events now. Sounds like a win-win to me.

jackmtb (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:17)

WTF?!

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z-man (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:17)

Specialized has sooo much more going for him, its a bigger company, that has the ability to pay him more, get him more exposure and further his athletic career. Specialized is a fantastic company with and extraordinary line of top notch bikes. and the ability to give every one of their professional riders exactly what they want. He will do better then ever with specialized.

lovethedirt (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:18)

amazing, this is my favourite rider and knowing hes joining this brand i cant imagine how big hes going to get now, i personally like NS better for DJ's but this is alot bigger of a company

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rwstyle (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:23) (Below Threshold) show comment

@mikelevy yes I also prefer a crappy p3 frame when I get best dj frame of 2009 sponsored...

+ 12

mattsmurph (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:23)

more exposure??
is that possible

he still has NS bars though

+ 24

JumpbikeLife (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:23)

Why the saddles?! There saddles are f*ucking ugly

mtbtyrrell (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:25)

whuuut, lol this could make the p2's popular again, i remember people said they were too common so they ddecided to dislike them

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mikelevy Mod Plus (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:28)

@rwstyle,

There's a lot more to life than which DJ frame one is riding.. Martin is out there risking life and limb doing what he does, there is no shame in going to a bigger brand who may have more to offer. Having said that, I obviously don't know any of the specifics of the deal. Also, many riders would choose the Speci over an NS, just like many others would choose the NS over the speci. It's preference. He's made his choice, props to him, and I'm sure he is stoked!

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rwstyle (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:31) (Below Threshold) show comment

NS frame suits him way more and he doesnt need the support of a brand which is that big.
I just cant understand...

mikelevy Mod Plus (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:35)

@rwstyle,

"...he doesnt need the support of a brand which is that big" That's a big jump considering that neither you or I know the details of his Speci deal. For all we know, NS was only supplying bikes and Speci is doing bikes and an actual paycheck to live on... then again, maybe not. Like I said, I don't know any of the details. Specialized make great bikes and if they can offer more than NS, why second guess Martin's choice?

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lux-freerider (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:52)

and now he gets a DH and 4X rig

+ 16

Bmxerch (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:54)

@rwstyle. You are the biggest idiot on PB.

Obviously he likes the Specialized frame more than the NS, so get that out of your head that " NS is the best for him " Every rider has their own opinion, HE HAS HIS. So don't bitch about him having it.

Specialized is putting out alot of great looking bikes the past few years, I'd pick a 2011 P3 over an NS any day.

" I also prefer a crappy p3 frame when I get the best dj frame of 2009 sponsored... " Guess what bud, this is 2011. And the P3 is going to dominate any circut you put it on.

I'm on board with mikelevy, don't bash his decision, you're not his manager.

liveless (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:05)

@Bmxerch
Didn't he have massive input on geometries of NS majesty? More like signature name? Hard to say that random bulk frame which has quite average geometries and such would be actually better?
Company in the other hand, i would jump to specialized aswell.

pbrider (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:08)

He still has NS gear on that P bike... wonder if specialized will make him change it out?

26street-swaagg (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:08)

All I have to say is what the f*ck is he on and where can I get some

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rwstyle (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:14) (Below Threshold) show comment

@lux-freerider Who the hell needs a f*cking DH or 4x bike!!!

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rwstyle (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:18) (Below Threshold) show comment

Totally agree with liveless.
The majesty is his frame. He designed it. The p3 is an normal dirtjump frame. Its not that bad but martin started with street and park and the majesty is the perfect frame for him.
So all together: shut the f*ck up BMXerch!!!

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Bmxerch (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:26)

f*ck you buddy. Shut. Up. Legit.

Who cares if he designed a frame ? It's his preferance, maybe his ideas and feelings towards NS have changed, and he likes the P3 better. And, most riders that are sponsored by Specialized race Dh, 4X, DualSlalom, and some Free ride. Which, once again, Where is NS' free ride and downhill bikes ?

The " Normal Dirt Jump frame " is more towards NS, and Dartmoor, and Blk Mrkt, etc. Specialized designed the P3 around 4X racing, idiot.

brett878 Plus (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:39)

As if specialized couldn't get stronger

+ 14

Steezysix (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:42)

People, chill out...

Bmxerch (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:44)

I'm chilled.

When I try and say something perfectly relevant, and get flipped on, obviuosly I will retaliate.

But this kids so far up his own ass that he can't grasp that Specialized has something Martin is interested in more than he is NS.

ksmb (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:51)

mohahaha, i've known for over 2 weeks. met linus sjoeholm.

+ 12

AlienFrame (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:55)

April fools... awe wait... shit.. what why

- 12

KURTSUCKS (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:57) (Below Threshold) show comment

People above me fail!

hahahaha...!!!

hendu (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:58)

money, money, moooooney!, MONEY!

Bmxerch (Jan 21, 2011 at 12:00)

Yeah well. Kurt sucks Razz

I think that Martin's change is going to be good for him. He's got a wider range of disciplines now.

usb-rider (Jan 21, 2011 at 12:12)

maybe he still rides for NS but only small parts like the stem and bar?

andrewdionne (Jan 21, 2011 at 12:33)

yea, he has ns bars in that pic., cant see the stem though. is it an ns stem too?

hendu (Jan 21, 2011 at 12:39)

yea he probably still has ns as a component sponsor, like sam pilgram had last year and just picked up specialized as a frame sponsor.

pbrider (Jan 21, 2011 at 12:53)

Bmxerch ... I don't think that any frame in the Pseries can stand up to the majesty. I have owned Pbikes and I have a majesty in fact I owned them at the same time, and sold the p bikes because dust was settling on them. Better Geo, Lighter cleaner and with a better BB ... how do you consider p series being better? Maybe if you like heavy frames, euro BB's and crappy offset rims...

I bet he moved on to progress his career. Right on the tip of my tongue is the fact that His riding focus is very close to Pilgrims and not so close to claws. This will give him space on the team to shine while also getting more opportunities to advance with more support.

katinasd (Jan 21, 2011 at 13:11)

Great thing for Martin, congrats dude.

And, now we are at it.

Most riders are being underpaid and used by brands. Riders f*ck up their bodies for the rock and roll life style and a few bikeparts and companies make the money while a rider can barely get to events or pay the bills.

Most FMB World Tour riders don't even get paid by their sponsors, no travel money, nothing. Let the FMBA worry about that first thing next morning instead of asking them a fee for joining the club.

It starts with the rider, he is the billboard that fly's, talks and moves, sponsors should take very well care of them, everyone should.

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brett236 (Jan 21, 2011 at 13:24) (Below Threshold) show comment

@bmx merch, martin DESIGNED the majest, its all his own geo on that frame, you really think he is gonna like a shitty p frame that he has no input on over it?

hondarider241 (Jan 21, 2011 at 13:27)

career wise this is a great choice for Martin, but im skeptical on it. unless he is going to have an extraordinary input on the P-series and do what he did for the NS line-up, im not a fan of this.
NS and Martin made the Polish/European bike industry known to the world, and not just a local company and it pains me to see him leave, but if the money is right...

usb-rider (Jan 21, 2011 at 13:28)

read my comment above

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NWray (Jan 21, 2011 at 13:30)

@ pbrider , u do realize the p3 is lighter than the maj right? Facepalm

its only the chromo frames that weighed a ton. the NS rims only just came out and we dont even know how they last under hard abuse as martins with mavic for wheels, he will continue to run NS components just like Berrecloth runs Easton components people need to chill the f*ck out and think about shit here... if he got invited to Rampage wtf would have riden? a 6-7 year old Cove like he was riding for 2 solid years for larger comps like crank works while NS sat by and picked their nose thinking if they should design a fully?

as well now hew has a better chance if he wants to pursuit WC 4x if he so pleases.

IMO spesh is becoming a VERY power full name and in my mind will being going toe to toe with trek soon (martin vs brandon any one?)

manchicken (Jan 21, 2011 at 13:31)

well any haters can just f*ck off to be honest, it was his move and he made it because he wanted to. ive never ridden a p series bike but i owned an ns and loved it and now i miss it Frown

but that aside. ns is a very dj street oriented company and obviously slopestyle but if none of you noticed martins started doing 4x aswell and did 1 race or 2 i think at wc level. he rode his ns how it was single speed and all and managed to bin it. on a speci hes gunna be able to have a proper 4x bike or any other bike he wants to ride.

one more thing, has nobody mentioned that he and sam pilgrim both rode cove hookers for crankworx (even though sam was just waiting for his dimondback) and now sam has joined ns. hes replaced matrin almost.

mtbtyrrell (Jan 21, 2011 at 13:41)

chillout you lairy chicken man Wink

lux-freerider (Jan 21, 2011 at 13:43)

Martin was riding the cove cos NS couldn't ship the soda to crankworx in time apparently ...

ebo421 (Jan 21, 2011 at 14:06)

give it a chance, lets see how he rides on specialized. i agree he suited NS but has anyone seen him ride a p bike?

flashkid33 (Jan 21, 2011 at 14:11)

Woah! Wierd! NS is my biggest dream! Well, as for now we will have to see what he will do. Kinda wierd is that he got his own signature frame and then left ns, lol. But hey, swedes are awesome, we do whatever we like! ;D

mtbtyrrell (Jan 21, 2011 at 14:11)

i love the specialized, just thinks its a proper dirt bike, his ns was kinda street looking, smooth and slick

herp-derp (Jan 21, 2011 at 14:33)

Specialized makes amazing jump bikes. Like the p3 frame hes running right now. And just think about it. Specialized is probably paying im triple from what he was earning at NS. I support his riding, not as much as the bike he rides.

Keep up the good work Martin! Salute

VTwintips (Jan 21, 2011 at 14:47)

i hope that the specialized frames get dialed as hell now! I hope they actually take his input seriously.

ksmb (Jan 21, 2011 at 14:58)

@katinasd: buuut, martin makes good money. actually really good. know quite a lot people who has been riding with him a lot and people who attended the same school as him, and he makes good money. only of peak performance, he makes a lot of money, and that's not his biggest sponsor.

NWray (Jan 21, 2011 at 15:03)

@ ksmb, cough* redbull lol

ninerider1 (Jan 21, 2011 at 15:07)

Go martin! im sure that he make more cash from now on !

26street-swaagg (Jan 21, 2011 at 15:17)

spes does have something ns doesn't...sell out cred

tysonb (Jan 21, 2011 at 15:26)

didnt he leave cove for spec?

herp-derp (Jan 21, 2011 at 15:28)

lol^

26street-swaagg (Jan 21, 2011 at 15:37)

No he just rode the 18 year old cove mini fully in comps, did that thing have 29" wheels or was the frame just that small?

NWray (Jan 21, 2011 at 15:42)

so i guess NS has sell out cred to as sam bagged on diamond back to ns? Rolleyes

jv86416 Plus (Jan 21, 2011 at 16:28)

Congrats to Martin. Now he can get the exposure and compensation he deserves.

mattsmurph (Jan 21, 2011 at 16:33)

you guys gotta remember that he is also big into 4X this will help him with that.

also at kokanne cranworx he had a new cove not and old one check the pic on my profile its proof

26street-swaagg (Jan 21, 2011 at 16:37)

Guys it's dimond back to ns...who would not do that, seriously.

carter-hill (Jan 21, 2011 at 16:56)

^^^ thats Sam Pilgrim

MTBfreak612 (Jan 21, 2011 at 19:40)

noooooo why would he leave NS those are clearly better bikes then the p series. sad day

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Bmxerch (Jan 21, 2011 at 19:42)

NS ONLY DOES DIRT JUMP AND STREET FRAMES. MARTIN WANTS TO PERSUE DOWNHILL, 4X, AND ALL THAT STUFF.

SPECIALIZED HAS A WIDER RANGE FOR MARTIN TO USE. HOW MANY f*ckING TIMES MUST IT BE SAID !?!? OR ARE ALL YOU PEOPLE JUST THAT DUMB !?!?

herp-derp (Jan 21, 2011 at 19:46)

Excuse me? You need to keep your nuts in your sack and calm the f*ck down. Not everybody spends countless hours marking his every move like you.

Bmxerch (Jan 21, 2011 at 20:04)

Holy f*ck. Well someone had to see the post, because lord knows you'll ignore it if I don't put caps on. So f*ck you.

Half of you people don't even read the idealogic thing. You see what YOU want to see written. And blow everyone else's, legit, and probable opinions right out the f*cking window.

Buncha goons.

Bmxerch (Jan 21, 2011 at 20:07)

Oh yeah, I'm also not mad... Salute

herp-derp (Jan 21, 2011 at 20:14)

Cool story bro.

Bmxerch (Jan 21, 2011 at 20:15)

Thought so too.

brett236 (Jan 21, 2011 at 20:18)

arent you doing what you just said everybody else is doing bmxerch? your writting your opinion and thats what you beleive so your gonna write it and beleive no one else

paulclarke (Jan 21, 2011 at 20:24)

I love how the people saying its a bad idea are all unsponsered riders who will most likely stay that way until they quit biking by the time their 20. Why is this a bad idea? Cause ns is a smaller 'cooler' company? Who cares, specialised will give him more pay him more and this has already givin him and specialised more exposure which is what it is all about. Very smart move on his part, very smart and lucky move on specialised... Oh and kids.... Buying a 'cool' bike from overseas that you rarely see here isint giving you any more skills.

Bmxerch (Jan 21, 2011 at 20:30)

Brett- It's stating the blatantly obvious truth. NS does NOT have a Downhill, 4X Specific, or Freeride frame. Thus, driving Martin towards Specialized. If people would get this into their thick skulls, we could all be happy and cheerful.

paul- Agreed, I don't get what's so hard to grasp about Specialized being a smarter company for him to ride for.

tyleridescove (Jan 22, 2011 at 1:44)

stop bitching girls and go ride your bicycles....

WolfRidge08 (Jan 22, 2011 at 3:13)

You are all forgetting that darren berrecloth and matt hunter probably had a huge input into the bikes that soderstrom will be riding, and those two seem like they know a thing or two about how to ride a bike.

mugredeldiablo (Jan 22, 2011 at 5:33)

specialized is a bigger company but that doesn´t mean that their frames are better for him than ns, I think that ns "majesty" is way better than any "P" frame..........if you get things for free you dont care if they are good or bad! maybe specialized has good quality products but out there are tons of MAJOR BRANDS sponsoring good athletes and making not so good products!!!!!!maybe that move is better for him but that don´t mean his new frame is better than the old one!!!

brett236 (Jan 22, 2011 at 5:39)

bmxerch- they were working on a slopestyle/freeride frame and if im not mistaken he was also having major input on that frame. the only reason martin left was for the money, we all know that

paulclarke (Jan 22, 2011 at 7:34)

Actually the fact is we dont know anything.

spaced (Jan 22, 2011 at 9:04)

Martin didnt Design the Majesty so stop beliving in this marketing BS. The geo didnt change that much from before he was in NS. Incremental changes.

herp-derp (Jan 22, 2011 at 9:09)

Look at the 2011 Mjaesty, why does it have Martin Soderstrom's name all over it?

Bmxerch (Jan 22, 2011 at 9:57)

Brett. Where's the Downhill frame then ? Oh and the 4X Specific frame ?

Thought so. Don't have it.

SO. How about you all shut the f*ck up about Martin's move and be happy for the guy. He's better off with a wider range of biking disciplines anyways. Do you people not understand this ?

paulclarke (Jan 22, 2011 at 11:38)

Hahahaha, you guys are soooooooo cute!!!!!

usb-rider (Jan 22, 2011 at 11:41)

can someone delete my comments, I'm fed up of constant notices about you guys bitching about a guy changing bicycle sponsor, until you guys are as good as him and are being sponsored you don't really have the right to hate on his decision.

hondarider241 (Jan 22, 2011 at 12:06)

TL;DR

WolfRidge08 (Jan 22, 2011 at 14:09)

Also being able to ride a DH bike like the demo means he will be able to take part in the red bull rampage, and at 4X events he can work with the monster energy spesh team for mechanics and stuff. The move suits him, so its not just about the money.

Bmxerch (Jan 22, 2011 at 17:04)

I don't think it was ever about money. He's helping Spesh design a new P bike, even if it hasn't been stated, it's obviously going to happen.

And then Specialized will be " Martin's bike " and Ns will be " The wrong bike for Martin "

Hahahaha people should think.

brett236 (Jan 22, 2011 at 19:27)

ns will never be the wrong bike for martin if he designed the majesty, they may make a specialized frame to his specs but in the end the majesty will still be the first frame he designed and the sequal is never as good

hendu (Jan 22, 2011 at 19:29)

or you could look at it as theres always room to learn and for improvement and things can only get better... theres plenty of things that get better with the sequal

Bmxerch (Jan 22, 2011 at 19:32)

Brett- That's my point exactly.

No bike will ever be the wrong bike for anyone. But alot of people are too hung up to settle themselves and read.

And he will most likely put the exact same Geo into a P series bike.

NWray (Jan 22, 2011 at 23:42)

maybe for a street bike but no one other than DH racers have had input or custom geo on their bikes and that was only sam and bendog because spesh was trying to build their DH race team. as it sits i doubt any one has custom Geo'd frames, maybe angle sets but thats about it, for any of the DS races every one(sam brendog and troy) was on the exact same bike(SX) just with different set ups.

zolibmx13 (Jan 23, 2011 at 4:02)

Damn thise 2011 year gona be hot! Legendary riders changed there team so thsie gona be freakin awesome Sam's gona have loot of competition now NS vs Specialized ! tup

NWray (Jan 23, 2011 at 6:12)

i personally think its gonna be a trek vs spec affaird (brendan & cam vs martin & derren) 2 cents

ebo421 (Jan 23, 2011 at 6:41)

good showdown.

crs-one (Jan 23, 2011 at 12:03)

It's hilarious how people call the Majesty his signature frame. The difference between the Suburban and Majesty geo is half a degree.

brett236 (Jan 23, 2011 at 12:58)

its because the majesty frame has perfect street and dirt geo, so why not make a cheaper frame with very similar geo?

ferraridude348 (Jan 24, 2011 at 15:42)

Im a retard.

spaced (Jan 25, 2011 at 8:15)

brett - what planet do you live on. He didnt design their frame. He was one of the riders to give input to NS. That is all. What he was doing for NS was advertising the brand. That is all. You are very gullible

Bmxerch (Jan 25, 2011 at 9:19)

All pro riders riding for a company are riding to represent the brand... So, it's whoever frame they like, and who offers the right cash.

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will100 (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:51)

all u guys dissin this move to specialized are wrong... it was his choice if he didnt want to be riding with spesh he would not have gone isnt that obvios. and hey he also gets dh/free ride/ 4x bike out of it asweelll there is more avaliable to him at spesh so i cant wait to see this seasons its gunna be sick..
any of u NS fans dunno wht ur worried about u bagged ur self sam pilgrim for this season so everybody wins

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hampsteadbandit (Jan 22, 2011 at 4:39)

given the choice of riding for?

a "cool" company (NS)

a "big" company (SBC)

which would you choose? if you actually want to make a living out of riding

you'd jump at the opportunity to ride for a big company like Specialized that has the resources to give you:

-a proper salary (so you can also buy full medical insurance)
-a wide range of bikes
-opportunities to travel
-full technical support
-pay expenses for you to travel to competitions and jams
-develop new frames and bikes with your expert input (read the article...)
-perhaps even a career working in product development or sales after your pro career finishes!

it might be 'cool' to ride for a smaller company, but you gotta make a living, as Pro riders have a short career which can quickly finished by injury or bad lack!

some years ago I rode for a 'cool' company (Banshee Bikes) doing freeride - until I realised I would never get 'paid' (I got bike and expenses covered, and media apprearance fees), but still had to work full-time to make a living and so my riding suffered...

do you think if a company like Specialized had come calling I would have turned them down to stay with the 'cool' company - hell no!!

Airik (Jan 23, 2011 at 14:52)

this was on point !

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newusername (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:46)

Wow, these are some of the most retarded comments I've ever seen... Obviously Specialized can do WAY more for him than some euro street mtb brand. And I'm sure the geo on a new P3 is fairly similar to any other HT out there these days including the NS.

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oodboo (Jan 21, 2011 at 13:11)

I'm no expert on this guy or speci vs ns bikes or anything but there are a lot of comments saying he's better suited to one bike or the other. Remember guys it's the rider not the bike. Put a talented rider on any suitable bike and he'll shred.

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reecewallace Plus (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:49)

Such a good move for Martin. Specialized definitely has some better suited bikes for his riding style and will progress him farther in slope style than any of his previous hardtail sponsors will. Stoked to see what new bikes come out of this too!

ballabika Plus (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:10)

i agree 100%^^^ Big Grin

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rwstyle (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:23) (Below Threshold) show comment

totaly not agree.
Martin is probably the best park street rider on hardtail.
No specialiced (maybe except the sxtrail) will ever fit him.
His ridingstyle is smooth and stylish and speci isnt smooth and stylish at all.
The geometry is not for him. He designed the majesty!

lux-freerider (Jan 21, 2011 at 13:00)

what's wrong with the P3 ? Bearclaw manages to be pretty damn smooth on his : P
And how do you know if " the geometry isn't for him " ?? Can you feel him being uncomfortable on his P3 ?
Not to forget he's also racing 4X from now on and that the speci will be much better for 4X than his majesty ...

brett236 (Jan 21, 2011 at 13:29)

bearclaw and martin have 2 completley diferent riding styles, martin designed the majesty so there will never be a better frame

criscokid25 Plus (Jan 21, 2011 at 13:29)

rxstyle...so naive. You keep saying that the P series bikes will not suit his style. Do you really think he grabs a P3 off the shelf and then goes out and shreds? His bike is going to be totally designed and built to his specs. The logo on the down tube could say anything. Moving teams is all about business. These boys need to get paid and thats the bottom line. Call it what you want but I think Martin is pretty damn stoked right now. You my friend need to take your personal emotions and feelings out of HIS decision and throw down some logic.

tetonlarry (Jan 22, 2011 at 13:36)

Reading through these comments is hilarious. Criscokid25 just made the smartest comment on here. Martin is sponsored by Specialized now. They have more money than god. They can make him whatever geometry he wants (and probably lighter than stock also). You better believe his bike will be exactly what he wants. Martin deserves to get paid. He won't be sponsored forever. He now has access to more bikes, more money, more resources, better support, and better teammates. He would have to be a complete moron to pass this opportunity up.

ballabika Plus (Jan 22, 2011 at 15:39)

hes actually just riding the regular 2011 p3... for real, geo is the same, they really did some big upgrades on the frame and everything is spot on for 2011

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Whatyou3gg (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:31)

I like this change For 2011 Ns Bikes Are Sick But Speazlied are bigger company more money more prospects bterr future Build more types of bikes dont forget he rides 4X now aswell Good Move But You Seem To Hurt All The Trend Whores Martin!!!!

Loves 2011 Already!!!

brett236 (Jan 21, 2011 at 13:27)

not trend whores at all, ns is a better product. specialized is big company, thats all they have going for them

Phil-rides-a-bike (Jan 21, 2011 at 14:30)

Riding NS bikes isnt a trend buddy, theyre proven as damn good hardtails that are pretty damn affordable and ride amazingly. Specialized is a better choice as a whole for a pro freerider, it'l give Martin more choice for bikes so he isn't limited to riding dirt jumps and park, he can go blast some downhill if he wants now or ride in more big bike competition and have more chance at getting in big MTB films now that he has a bigger variation of what he can do. Joining Specialized isn't to say that he likes the P's over the NS frames, it's a better career choice for the future.

Kona-Koffee (Jan 22, 2011 at 11:55)

But brett, how do you think they got to be so big? Is it maybe because, I dunno, that they have some pretty good bikes, that have stood the test of time? Nooo, that couldn't be it now, could it?

brett236 (Jan 22, 2011 at 12:17)

they are big because of downhill/freeride bikes. how many top riders do they have on their dj team besides martin? and bmx is even worse. only reason to go to specialized is because of money

Kona-Koffee (Jan 22, 2011 at 15:16)

Maybe it also has to do with the fact that they have the resources to get their riders the exposure they need, to further advance their careers? How many events and projects do you think Specialized sponsors, compared to NS? And of those, whose logos are displayed the largest at these events? Now, follow the bouncing ball here, maybe this corresponds to their influence in the biking world, in all aspects. And as far as exposure goes, being on a team as big as Specialized will open so many doors to magazines and other advertising media

Phil-rides-a-bike (Jan 23, 2011 at 21:35)

Staying on NS limits him to the world of Dirt Jumps, Street and Park. Moving to Specialized means Martin can have a bike to shred any dicipline of MTB, actually make money to live off and will be able to push his riding further than before. He's set now that he's on Specialized!

brett236 (Jan 24, 2011 at 4:02)

kona how much more exposure could martin get from what he already had? only thing specialized has to offer is money. ns was building his a dual sus bike and would have made him a 4x frame to

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fullbug (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:38)

action sports is a very short career. what's wrong with him trying to make the most of his by going to a higher profile brand? it is a smart thing to do. hopefully, he left NS on good terms. who wouldn't want to advance their careers would a move like this?

will100 (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:51)

exactly man gd shout

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look-out (Jan 21, 2011 at 14:14)

I'm pretty sure he wasn't welded with NS Bikes, so what's the moan about? Lots of riders move up the ladder, if they got what it takes. It's an opportunity. He did a great job for NS Bikes and they did a great job for Martin, getting him on the podiums. I guess the headhunting starts for NS now...

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togood2die (Jan 21, 2011 at 15:17)

Have any of you unwashed masses actually put time on the new 2011 P.3 frame?
Until then, don't open your mouths about something you don't have a clue about.
Oh wait, I HAVE, but in all fairness, I'll keep this simple, instead of actually ripping you all a new one about your inaccuracies:
Better rep, bigger company, more money and more metal, and a bigger community when he comes HERE to the U.S. for comps and races... And since NS is not as recognized here, the big red S under him will help him garner crowds and followers...
And you notice the euro riders are the only ones complaining, right? Us U.S. folks are all stoked. LOL
Neg prop away...

Bmxerch (Jan 21, 2011 at 20:37)

I love you man. Someone else who gets it lol

No homo.

dustingilding (Jan 23, 2011 at 22:16)

I think this is the crew i wish to be affiliated with on this matter.

OMG ITS MY OPINION RUN FOR YOUR LIVES

Bmxerch (Jan 24, 2011 at 8:40)

No reason to run, Just get ready for war. Ha ha

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a1n2d3r4z5e6j7 (Jan 21, 2011 at 13:39)

I would do the same, riders are not getting payed enough these days, it's kinda sad, but being a pro ain't such a cool thing in the terms of money making, so Martin's move is pretty obvious. Something should change, riders should get higher salaries.

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doubledeuce (Jan 21, 2011 at 19:30)

I guess it's like any other sport. If you were playing college football, and then the NFL came and said "here's a few million a year, and you get to have plenty of sponsorship, and you'll go far kid", then would you not hop on over too? You wouldn't say "Oh, but I feel much better being part of a small town community and having input in the teams plays here...".

Same thing happened here. He was given a chance to expand and grow as a rider and professional athlete. Who knows, maybe they'll value his input on frame design at Specialized too? I am sure they don't ignore their riders. It's a cycling company, and biking is their main focus. He's a part of that family and that focus.

It is a shame on NS bike's part though...too bad they lost him Frown

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zebrazebra (Jan 21, 2011 at 12:02)

This is for everyone who neg propped last time I mentioned that he was going to be on Specialized.

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progressionobsession (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:54)

In my opinion, it's usually a smart move to hook up with a big company if you can, because they can offer you more in terms of resources, development, and promotion. Congrats Soderstrom.

mikedekoning (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:59)

And the obvious one that everyone is forgetting. Money!

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johnstockburger (Jan 21, 2011 at 16:28)

NS suited Martin well, and it is an amazing company, but now he has more options for a better slopestyle and downhill bike with Specialized and still has the option for the P series. NS has better dirtjump and street bikes, but Specialized will open some new windows for Martin

Karl-Jordan (Jan 21, 2011 at 17:06)

why would he want to start downhill he is a street/park/dirt rider and thats what he will always be dont try to convert him !!

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alexdjer93 (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:10)

major changes on bike teams , martin goes to specialized , thomas goes to rocky mountain which is good Smile

+ 10

Tom-Ryde (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:15)

Also, Sam Pilgrim goes to NS...

mtbtyrrell (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:32)

maybe thats why martin went to specialized Wink

something seems fishy

+ 15

dbxrace (Jan 21, 2011 at 12:04)

or ns singed sam pilgrim because they knew martin was leaving and they still wanted a rad big name freestyle guy on the team?

alexdjer93 (Jan 21, 2011 at 13:04)

and sam pilgrim , forget thnx tom-ryde Beer

dvp8 (Jan 21, 2011 at 13:58)

he went to specialized because he got offered more money. theres nothing else to it.

MiloXC3 (Jan 21, 2011 at 16:16)

He should be riding better with them. Specialized have better support for freeride and 4X, so he should fit in perfectly.

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Dirtjumper518 (Jan 21, 2011 at 16:23)

martin is going to be getting more money with specialzed. thats what affects everyone at the professional level. hes gonna shred nonetheless though, so what difference does it make what frame he has

Karl-Jordan (Jan 21, 2011 at 17:04)

shouldnt be about money !!

tinfoil (Jan 21, 2011 at 22:17)

Maybe not, but it is. What would you do if your boss offered you your current job, with slightly better benefits and a higher salary?

Karl-Jordan (Jan 22, 2011 at 1:55)

this should not be a job thats what im saying !! money should be earned trough comps !!

joedaho (Jan 22, 2011 at 12:49)

Are you on crack? Do you not understand what a CAREER is child? You know that stuff you need to live, money? If I was a bloke of his talents, I'd go with whoever was paying the most for me to potentially kill or cripple myself in comps.

And its not like speccy make crappy product or don't support their riders, the demo 8 was written off as nasty huck bike, but they've redeveloped it into a world cup and world champ winning bike.

tinfoil (Jan 22, 2011 at 14:37)

Yeah, brilliant idea only making money though comps. Winner gets paid a ton, 2nd through 4th place pay rent that month, rest of the top ten sleep outside until the next comp and everyone else goes hungry. That sounds like fun.

Oh yeah, and film riders like Hunter only ride every second weekend because they're working 2 jobs to make ends meet.

Sounds kind of idiotic when I put it that way, doesn't it?

Karl-Jordan (Jan 22, 2011 at 16:02)

no having a job would be no problem if you rode pro like how often do you need to be out practising certainly not all day every day !

tinfoil (Jan 22, 2011 at 16:54)

Alright, I'm not dignifying that with a response. The troll food is going back in the fridge...

Karl-Jordan (Jan 22, 2011 at 18:34)

okay dont ! but you just did so that failed !

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Dusterr (Jan 25, 2011 at 9:26)

Hey Guys! listen to me!!!

I know that many people think NS is cool but i dont think most of you kids have grown up watching specialized as the coolest bikes on earth.
And also, he want to take the next step, and this is the next step for him. I really think you would have done the same thing if you were in his situation.

newbes (Jan 25, 2011 at 16:59)

i think tbh specialized jump bikes more for drit and as u seen his vids rides more park so ns is alot better for that but ns is one biggest mtb makes around now so i think he made mistake think him and sam prilgram made edit toghter would been so gd watch but u cant see it now he f*ck off to specialized

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DIRTY-DH-DJ (Jan 21, 2011 at 19:51)

As much as ns bikes are amazing for there street and DJ frames, he was looking for an all round thing, and spesh and martin goes really well.

lets see what he gives them this year, i am thinking its going to a good year for him.

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taupodirtjumper (Jan 23, 2011 at 14:36)

shot martin, i think this is a good move for you to sign with specialized. i think that each rider should have the right to what bike THEY want to ride, not what everyone else wants them to ride. so what if they ride gears or a full sus for dirt jumping, its there choice so respect it. Its not like the bike makes the rider, i bet if you put martin on any bike he could ride it just as good.

RoyalMajesty (Jan 24, 2011 at 4:02)

even apollo fs26?

Karl-Jordan (Jan 24, 2011 at 6:19)

^^ @ royalmajesty hahahahaahahahahahahahahahhaahahah

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Chooched (Jan 29, 2011 at 13:07)

http://a2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/hs013.snc6/166360_1725094800990_1046993141_1966669_2194371_n.jpg

I just saw this posted on facebook. Monster WInterstyle a few days ago and hes riding an NS...looks like a prototype aswell.

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robinb86 (Jan 22, 2011 at 13:51)

from what i have hear. he i gona get a signature p frame real soon, and keep on the devolpment to get the bike perfect. so he`s bike is not gona be a problem. so for martin this is a win win situation, gonna be at more comps. better backup more money, bigger company. and he is abel to ride the same brand of all of his bikes. not an ns dirt bike an evil dh and a cove sl. and his gonna have a pretty sick 4x bike at the wc i belive. the kid has mad skills on the 4x track.

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DJ-Ler (Jan 25, 2011 at 5:33)

Oh boy this is a sad day for ns but I can see him going further on specialized cause he'll have more riding variety with spec tho like someone said earlier he'll get a DH and 4X rig and he'll get to ride with hunter and berrecloth so he'll defiantly advance there and I have a feeling he's gonna change the face of the P series

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R7ben94 (Jan 23, 2011 at 14:11)

@mattsmurph
if you read you will find something that says: "Specialized will sponsor Martin with frames and saddles, for at least the next two years". atleast what I found? I dont know with you. but for me it sounds like: Specialized will sponsor Martin with frames and saddles, for at least the next two years

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iluvmyidentiti (Jan 23, 2011 at 4:13)

martin soderstrom one of the worlds best dirt street n park riders in comps he is going better than sam pilgrim but he should of stuck with ns better company and he just brought new 2011 frame out

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campofchampions Plus (Jan 25, 2011 at 21:41)

Wow, NS must feel P'd on. Yeah... Bad joke. I'm sure it's all good between NS an Martin, he is still rocking their bars. That's got to be great exposure for them.
Ken

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klerric (Jan 21, 2011 at 12:51)

Good on him, can't wait to see him ride some of the 4x world cups this year.

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meta-and-two-veg (Jan 21, 2011 at 16:15)

Pah! Like anyone would turn down Specialized as a sponsor. Good on him.

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Karl-Jordan (Jan 21, 2011 at 16:42)

for all those guys blabin on about more money i have one thing to say this sport should not revolve around money ! its about fun and respect for other riders and thats what ns do they have alot of respect for there riders im happy for sam because he deserves the respect and no doubt he will get it on ns BUT i can tell you no that soderstrom will be used on specialized you will just see his name every were he is there to sell products and thats it !! ns was like a family to him specialized will just be plain old work ! marty should have been loyal to the company he has had frames from since the start ! NSBIKESCO ftw (btw i will probli get negs for this but i dont care cause its my opinion and i wanted to sare it ) Okaythxbyee

dustingilding (Jan 23, 2011 at 22:18)

I'd like to know your favorite riders list if you don't mind?

Karl-Jordan (Jan 24, 2011 at 3:01)

1 lewis nolan
2 alexey sinayko
3 Pasha Vishneviy

want more ?

dustingilding (Jan 24, 2011 at 11:37)

Nah I'm good, just had a hunch about something

Karl-Jordan (Jan 24, 2011 at 11:45)

care to explain your hunch ?

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Ritual-Rider (Jan 22, 2011 at 13:15)

. thing is its going to bring better frames in for specialized as well. so HOPEFULLI a good outcome will be that there will b a majesty competitor as it is such as sikk frame Smile

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dickieboy (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:00)

well done dude. ya might get to ride with the claw. its worth it just for that. lol

Phil-rides-a-bike (Jan 21, 2011 at 14:36)

um genius, he's been riding with Bearclaw at half the competitions he rode over the last few years...

tetonlarry (Jan 22, 2011 at 13:38)

Easy genius hater. Riding in the same competition as another rider is much different than actually going riding with someone.

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DirtRocker (Jan 23, 2011 at 11:53)

All whats blowing threw my mind is just WTF?
I just thaught it was a Joke or something like that but its true WTF?!?!?! >.

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boo86 (Jan 26, 2011 at 2:03)

appreciation of frame design is subjective. I don't think you can say one is better then the other. It may be better for you..... but I may like something different.

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d3456vid (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:13)

p3 is better than majesty ( for me) or sx??? with martin style? Ns soda is for him better

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sittingduck (Jan 21, 2011 at 19:38)

Congrats to Martin, I'm sure Specialized is paying him way better.
Too bad the smaller companies always lose the best riders to the big bastards!

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zelmer (Jan 21, 2011 at 23:42)

money makes the world go round

Karl-Jordan (Jan 22, 2011 at 1:58)

sadly

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onel (Jan 21, 2011 at 12:40)

yeah !! he deserves it !!

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mvonhollen (Jan 21, 2011 at 19:59)

Didnt see that coming!

I guess this is great for Martin since now Im sure he'll be getting more exposure and more funding to travel to competitions. Woot!

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linglopper (Jan 21, 2011 at 12:36)

Hoping to see an edit from this machine on his new ride!

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mickeg1 (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:38)

Seems like a smart move!

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jbeglaw (Jan 21, 2011 at 21:40)

Man signing with a bigger company that will back you with more r&d, exposure, compensation etc... sure is stupid. To everyone that thinks otherwise...enjoy bringing chicks home to your parents basement when you're 40!

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kanioni (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:59)

Can't imagine him doing flat tailwhips on that P2. Too bad NS couldn't provide him with that something that Specialized could (maybe a paycheck?).
That seat is ugly as hell btw.

Bmxerch (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:36)

* Facepalm *

P3 bro. P3.

kanioni (Jan 21, 2011 at 13:52)

oops, my bad. Sorry

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Vaili (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:12)

@Tom-Ryde sam pilgrim is already on NS

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tyler-durden (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:03)

This is pretty cool not gunna lie. He's gunna get crrazy exposure.

sask250 (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:04)

YEAAAAAAEAEAAAAAAAH

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mrfox (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:53)

i would have done the same!

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frosty1365 Plus (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:37)

did not see that coming . .

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mad-hartman (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:37)

Hell yeah martin, even if NS looked better on you!

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Dartmoor92 (Jan 21, 2011 at 13:34)

Ancient adage says:"money are changing people" Big Grin

ukride (Jan 21, 2011 at 13:39)

unfortunately true...

fullbug (Jan 21, 2011 at 13:56)

would u rather 3 an indian air over a 60ft gap for $ or for $$$? it's a $imple career move and recognition for talent and hard work in a very competitive $hort-lived $egment.

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dalli (Jan 21, 2011 at 14:09)

martin+ Ns BIkes = perfect
Martin + spezialized = no go
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

yogie-bear (Jan 21, 2011 at 14:11)

yeah agreed ^^ he doesn't suit specialized :/

Karl-Jordan (Jan 21, 2011 at 17:07)

i agree also !! Ns bikes for the win Polish pride lol !!

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adaskoKG (Jan 22, 2011 at 16:29)

C.R.E.A.M

CASH RULES EVERY THING ARROUND ME!

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DJ-Ler (Jan 25, 2011 at 5:36)

And anyone else notice the NS parts on his new P3?

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dirt1997 (Jan 21, 2011 at 12:10)

Sam Pilgrim take over for Marty...

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pokalface (Feb 4, 2011 at 0:20)

f*ck you,its not martin...

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jergo (Jan 23, 2011 at 13:36)

he changes sponsors like underwear or is it just me??

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westton (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:39)

sweeeeeeeeeeeeet i love this guy hes legit

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Cypruss (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:46)

I wish he would have switched to trek instead of specialized

tinfoil (Jan 21, 2011 at 22:10)

Just out of curiosity - why?

Cypruss (Jan 22, 2011 at 17:12)

specialized frames feel like sh*t, trek tickets ride so nice

tinfoil (Jan 22, 2011 at 21:07)

Yeah, the Ticket is a sick bike, and probably nicer than the p. series. I really prefer Spec's bigger bikes though, but to each his own.

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Downhill81 (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:56)

Nice!!!

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TwentyCent (Jan 25, 2011 at 18:16)

People need to stop focusing on the gear. Martin would make any frame look like it was designed for him...

jackmtb (Jan 29, 2011 at 3:55)

NS already designed a frame for him and it had his name on the frame and now he has f*cked off to specialized.

TwentyCent (Jan 29, 2011 at 8:24)

What I meant is that the fact he had a frame designed to his specifications and then changed for a "generic" geo and "shit" frame (see comments above) doesn't make his move a bad one. Martin would rock any frame. If the peeps behind NS bikes are as nice as you guys would like them to be (they probably are btw), then they'll be happy that their friend just got a big sponshorship. I'm pretty sure Martin didn't slam the door behind...

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cityhiller (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:37)

Wooooot! p3 isn´t the right bike for him i think, but now I know why NS got Sam Pilgrim.....
Dammn bet the payed lots of money to get martin!!

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ukride (Jan 21, 2011 at 13:33)

WTF! I was very excited to see Martin and Sam Pilgrim riding the new soda frame together this season...I do not believe it

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ns-pimplite (Jan 24, 2011 at 23:57)

Isnt it weird that all the 2011 maj frames have martins signitures on them?

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pedalhead24 (Jan 21, 2011 at 13:12)

i think its a good move for Martin, and i kind of seen it coming.. Thats new soda frame looked so sick though!

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fraz123 (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:23)

) wtf ns jump bikes are much better thank spec ones Frown

) unless hes planning to do redbull rampage or somthing Frown

)

26street-swaagg (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:09)

ns was making a fully for him and the team to ride at places like rampage

HMBA106 (Jan 21, 2011 at 21:50)

i hope you are not talking about the soda lol

26street-swaagg (Jan 22, 2011 at 14:28)

Well maybe not for rampage...but let this one go man

HMBA106 (Jan 22, 2011 at 20:21)

ok ya man im just jokin around

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mongoosemartin11 (Jan 22, 2011 at 4:16)

man he should stay with NS

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arsenal39 (Jan 22, 2011 at 2:22)

f*cking motherf*cker, ns done for him a lot and he left them

Karl-Jordan (Jan 22, 2011 at 2:52)

sooo trueee !!

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shadowcreek (Jan 22, 2011 at 6:07)

He should've stayed with NS

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galliwasp (Jan 22, 2011 at 13:59)

The fighting going on here is entertaining -- so much passion!

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pokalface (Jan 21, 2011 at 20:56)

maybe specialized has offer a bigger money for him!

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hudsont (Jan 21, 2011 at 14:43)

he should have stayed with ns

Karl-Jordan (Jan 21, 2011 at 17:09)

Amen !! i wonder will all his ns slim marty grips and majesty frames go on special offer cause they have his name on them hahah

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alexsub26 (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:35)

@jumpbikelife. thats a chromag saddle, there not ugly

tom666 (Jan 21, 2011 at 17:28)

I disagree, i hate that saddle.

alexsub26 (Jan 22, 2011 at 5:30)

fair enough, i dont really care tbh

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dirtybikejapan (Jan 21, 2011 at 17:33)

From what I know Martin wanted to focus more on DH and freeride events next year and Specialized has the frames to do that.

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kaibrabo (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:08)

really? thats kinda weird..... he should ride the cromo frames at least.

tom666 (Jan 21, 2011 at 17:25)

won't be long until everyone's on carbon fibre frames....

brett236 (Jan 21, 2011 at 20:18)

i hope your kidding tom

tom666 (Jan 22, 2011 at 7:37)

I think that as technology moves on carbon fibre is going to become more and more used and more strong, stiff and resistant to snapping. We have Carbon Fibre DH bikes now. Not long ago that would have been a crazy idea. I think soon enough carbon will make it's way into 4X in a big way and then transfer into DJ and finaly into street riding. I'm not saying alu and steel frames will be no more - because they have their advantages (price) but I think there will be a day...

mtbtyrrell (Jan 22, 2011 at 14:58)

but dj bikes arent full sus...

brett236 (Jan 22, 2011 at 16:42)

tom i dont think you realize how much more stress is put on a frame riding dj and street compared to downhill. in downhill all of the stress is put on the headtube from the forks. in street and dj it is on every single part of the frame. carbon fiber will snap under that pressure. i dont care how safe you tell me carbon fibre is i will never ride a carbon fibre frame

tom666 (Jan 23, 2011 at 5:36)

Carbon fibre at the moment clearly isn't up to taking DJ/street brunt, but I think it will be one day. It wasn't long ago it wasn't up to downhill use and I think the time will come...

brett236 (Jan 23, 2011 at 5:44)

i dont think you understand what im saying, carbon fibre is not a strong enough material to stand up to the abuse of street and dj, you case a jump hard with a carbon fibre frame your gonna snap the chainstays or something else around that area. you land a bit side ways on a 3 on a huge jump your frame will snap. carbon fibre will never be strong enough to take the abuse

tom666 (Jan 23, 2011 at 13:02)

I reckon it will be, we still havn't reached the limits of carbon fibre... currently it's not strong enough but I'm sure scientists will play about with it and make it stronger and better in years to come. Although currently it's not strong enough. In the early 90s all frames were made of steel because aluminium was thought to be too weak and bendy...

brett236 (Jan 23, 2011 at 13:28)

imo aluminum is still to weak, if i can crack a full cromo frame i could wreck an aluminum frame pretty easy to

tom666 (Jan 23, 2011 at 13:30)

havn't seen any snapped banshee amps in my time... Even those dartmoor player frames hold up if you follow the user instructions.

brett236 (Jan 23, 2011 at 14:04)

just because you havnt seen it dosnt mean it never happens. i cracked a full cromo frame on my bmx, and steel is stronger than aluminum. imo 100% heat treated cromo frames are the best

tom666 (Jan 23, 2011 at 14:56)

100& heat treated cro-mo is probrebly the strongest, but far from the lightest. Most people don't need the added strength and are free to enjoy the benefits of lighter materials. But I agree - cromo is very strong.

hondarider241 (Jan 23, 2011 at 15:02)

just cause you're a hack doesnt mean that carbon fibre will break if someone else rides it. i COULD see carbon becoming strong enough in the future, but im not sold on it.

brett236 (Jan 23, 2011 at 16:51)

sorry im not a pussy about my bike hondarider. and just to let you know im 6 ft 3 and about 210 pounds so i tend to break shit from time to time. carbon fibre will never be strong enough to stand up to agressive street and dirt riding. and at the small chance it did could you imagine the prices on a carbon fibre frame? at least $1000. and thats to much to spend on a sketchy ass carbon frame, ill stick with my cromo

hondarider241 (Jan 23, 2011 at 20:38)

even the biggest riders can make things last if they're smooth. ill stick to my cromo frame too, but dont count carbon fibre out just yet

tom666 (Jan 24, 2011 at 9:06)

That means you're 17 stone 5lbs in english money. So you are are exceptionaly heavy person... and by the sounds of things you're a bit of a hack too, so carbon fibre will probrebly never be strong enough for you. But for the rest of us, some time in the future, it could be the way foward...

brett236 (Jan 24, 2011 at 9:46)

tends to happen when your 6 ft 3, and im not a hack at all i just have had some big slams.

tom666 (Jan 24, 2011 at 10:05)

I'm 6ft and 149lbs... which means for 3 inches taller you're 61lbs heavier which makes you a very heavy person who crashes hard. Carbon fibre is never going to be for you.

brett236 (Jan 24, 2011 at 13:26)

never would want to ride it anyways, im good with my 24 pound bmx, still have heavy ass rims and stem so i could knock it down to 23 pounds easy. dont need lightweight but sacrificing strength parts

hondarider241 (Jan 24, 2011 at 16:30)

i mean no disrespect, but casing the same gap numerous times is considered a hack. (i creeped your profile) im not Mr. Smooth either, i cracked my headtube on my first proper frame.

brett236 (Jan 24, 2011 at 16:38)

casing the same gap numerous times? i have cased the one that most of my pictures are on maybe 10 times when we were messing around with the lip and trying to dial speed and i cased the 17 foot a few times because those were my first 3 times casing it and i kept overshooting the drop on the drop in

hondarider241 (Jan 24, 2011 at 17:29)

theres no need for excuses, the fact is it happened. just ditch the drop all together and make the lip steeper.

brett236 (Jan 24, 2011 at 18:11)

trust me, its a pretty short run up for the size of jump and we are making it steeper next season. ill put some pics up when we test it. do you build your own jumps? cause this is my first legit trail and im not that great of a judge of speed so ill try my best to ride smoother so you dont consider me a hack

hondarider241 (Jan 26, 2011 at 12:20)

whenever i can i do, which isnt very often unfortunately. now long have you been riding for? cause the first few years is never smooth for anyone Razz

brett236 (Jan 26, 2011 at 16:34)

last summer was my second summer jumping but i spent most of my times at the jumps digging insted of riding because there is only me and one other core digger there to build and ocasionally a 3rd guy helps but he just mostly tests the gaps. this year hopefully it will be more riding than digging but i can never stop expanding and building new stuff out there Razz

hondarider241 (Jan 26, 2011 at 20:54)

its guys like you who allow the sport to thrive, so good on you. i wish there was somewhere out here to dig and ride, but i think im gonna resort to building some in my backyard, regardless if my parents want me to or not Razz

brett236 (Jan 27, 2011 at 5:56)

haha i wouldnt say i allow the sport to thrive because me and my 2 friends that ride are the only guys that ride those jumps cause we are the only dirt jumpers in the south end of guelph that i know of. i have been trying to convince my mom to let me build in the back yard all last season and the only thing she would let me put back there is a mini ramp if i can get the money to build one

hondarider241 (Jan 27, 2011 at 10:10)

yeah but without digging, there would be none, so you are helping. the great thing about DJ's is that dirt is cheap, so i would just need to get the wood for the roll-in. im thinking of just doing it one day when my parents are at work Wink

brett236 (Jan 27, 2011 at 10:13)

i have thought of that same thing, but then remembered when my mom go home i wouldnt be alive to use them anymore Razz

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ballabika Plus (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:11)

NEW BIKE IS AWESOME! I HAVE THE SAME FRAME SO PUMPED!!

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JD95 (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:12)

good stuff Big Grin

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glengina (Jan 21, 2011 at 13:47)

awsome dude Big Grin

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robbie-ohanlon (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:32)

was NOT expecting that

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Dan-the-Kona-riper (Jan 21, 2011 at 19:44)

id be doing that face to if i were ridden a specialized ahahah jk
Props ,man !!

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exeterider96 (Jan 24, 2011 at 12:23)

D: NS suited him way better!

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rylansalmon (Jan 24, 2011 at 15:51)

is he still using ns components?

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Vaili (Feb 16, 2011 at 8:47)

Im going to buy that fork Smile

if he's using it , it must be good Big Grin

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ChinoJ10 (Mar 24, 2012 at 16:16)

@rwstyle ... Martin started with racing 4x actually ..

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koko15 (Jan 23, 2011 at 12:40)

nice bike and you Big Grin

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samdueck Plus (Jan 23, 2011 at 9:32)

Yeah Martin! thats so sick. Kill it this year bro!

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specializeDp208 (Jan 21, 2011 at 13:27)

YAAAAA WOOT WOOT

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commencalcyklisten (Jan 22, 2011 at 14:20)

He got the same shoes as me Big Grin

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bubig (Jan 21, 2011 at 12:38)

oh yeeee speci 4 ever Razz

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DirtNisse (Jan 21, 2011 at 12:13)

Wtf Martin !!! Frown

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vt6spd (Jan 23, 2011 at 1:16)

Specialized Bikes; A new Bar in biking has just been raised.

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streetrider709 (Feb 8, 2011 at 6:01)

hes still ns for components, he just ride specialized seats and frames now

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Jonsey360 (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:34)

sick, martins gunna make demo 8s cool again Big Grin

!!!

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Jayb1rd (Jan 24, 2011 at 6:29)

So much repetition.. I'd rather a parrot to be in these forums instead.

He's Moved.

Nuff' Said.

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magicalferrylover (Jan 21, 2011 at 18:30)

what the f*ck is this ns is soo much nicer

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heiko92 (Jan 21, 2011 at 17:39)

dislike !!!

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nickis Plus (Jan 21, 2011 at 14:00)

f*ck yea!

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cowanrider07 (Jan 21, 2011 at 12:58)

whaaaaaat

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dhmonsterjr (Jan 22, 2011 at 14:10)

did he leave NS Bikes?

brett236 (Jan 23, 2011 at 6:59)

no, he just rides for them both now....

dhmonsterjr (Jan 23, 2011 at 10:50)

thank you for filling me in on that

brett236 (Jan 23, 2011 at 12:59)

he just rides for specilized now, but im guessing still has a components deal with ns

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BikerBoyzz (Jan 22, 2011 at 10:55)

NS Majesty > Specialized P.3, should have stayed with NS with Pilgrim

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james4life (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:59)

im loving his new p3!!!

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marlon-d (Jan 21, 2011 at 21:14)

NOOOOOO

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joe-dmr (Jan 21, 2011 at 10:42)

bad move, stay with ns if i was him

+ 13

letsgetit Plus (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:11)

That's just it............No one here IS him. All these people hating, we PAY for bikes, we are the idiots! lol

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DropInDan (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:17)

WHAT! He should have stayed with NS!

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laxbro1994 (Jan 22, 2011 at 20:12)

Martin Soderstrom is a f*cking f*g

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p3marc (Jan 21, 2011 at 12:13)

Martin, what are you doing???
Please not Frown

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newbes (Jan 21, 2011 at 11:18)

he should stay with ns wtf

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brycebiking101 Plus (Jan 21, 2011 at 13:32)

HA cant wait to see how hack he looks now. whata stupid move. NS = Amazing new geo and stylish bikes
specialized = hack N snap

newusername (Jan 21, 2011 at 13:53)

right..... cause changing frames would make someone a hack

brycebiking101 Plus (Jan 21, 2011 at 16:19)

Just get ready youll see

Bmxerch (Jan 21, 2011 at 20:35)

You sir, bryce, are a bonehead.

Say you're the best rider on earth. You get whatever you want because you're the best.

One day, this stops, and you're forced to ride a bike picked from Walmart with crap parts.

This will not make you a hack. Infact, it shouldn't affect your riding at all.

brycebiking101 Plus (Jan 21, 2011 at 21:30)

mhmm say whatcha want. just wait. look at sam pilgrim rode amazing on his diamond back but looked hack at park and street riding. now he rides an ns and in my opinion he looks a shit ton better. bikes do help a riders preformance. theres no doubt about it. and if your riding a walmart bike. i highly doubt its going to survive anything advance.. just sayin

Bmxerch (Jan 21, 2011 at 21:46)

Alright. Let me lay something down for you.

I happen to be the Current National number one 16 year old male in Canada for Bmx. I was last year aswell.

My bikes ? Completely different. Didn't make a damn bit of difference.

The difference making is in the determination of the rider.

How many times must it be said, that a bike doesn't make a rider, the rider makes the bike ? It's the simplest concept.

You could give Martin any bike, let him learn his way around it, and bam. His skills will still be fine.

Don't be so idiotic when making statements like that.

Scobek2 (Jan 21, 2011 at 22:03)

blah blah bla h blah why dont you just take life like a joke like meeeeee Smile

honestly who gives a f*ck bout what you are trying to prove lol soo my advice is grab some balls, beat your meat some more, chugggggggg some booze and live lifeeeeeeeeeeeeeee nd stop wasting your time bitching on pinkbike and wanting to suck martins big juicy cock alright? Good Big Grin

YAAAAAAAAHHHHHH!

btw megan fox is uglyyyyyyyyyy nowwwwwwwwwwww and im bored

brycebiking101 Plus (Jan 21, 2011 at 22:08)

what he said ^

I dont come on pb to talk shit to other riders. i come to state my opinion. my opinion is hes better on ns. take it and go. dont tell be things i dont care about. i could care less if your #1 for bmx, id prob still think your a prick in person. if you put your "#1" thing in front of you, well no one will like you. i hate people who think there the best. and honestly i dont give to shits. haha lighten up were all gonna die at some point so have some fun jeeze.

and yes megan foxx f*cked up

Scobek2 (Jan 21, 2011 at 22:10)

bryce, can i f*ck you?

Bmxerch (Jan 22, 2011 at 9:54)

your a f*cking idiot.

I'm stating that no matter what f*cking bike he rides, he's going to be just as good on it.

So shut the f*ck up about " Specialized is not the right bike "

Okay ? thanks.

Scobek2 (Jan 22, 2011 at 12:38)

no problem 8-) lol

tetonlarry (Jan 22, 2011 at 13:43)

Bmxmerch: I completely agree with your main point. However, you are coming off as an a$$ the way you state your arguments. Just let it go man. You've made your point. If you showed others on here more respect, we would take you seriously.

brycebiking101 Plus (Jan 22, 2011 at 15:07)

yeah like wtf, im stating my opinion you stated yours let it go

Bmxerch (Jan 22, 2011 at 16:54)

teton- Coming across as an ass is the only way I can seem to get anyone to listen, so it's the way I'm going to be, if you don't like it, please don't read my comment.

bryce. you think that someone switching a frame will make them a hack. So obviously there's gonna be someone jumping down your throat because of it.

Use some common f*cking sense in a while.

brycebiking101 Plus (Jan 22, 2011 at 17:49)

hahahahaha ok w.e you say #1

Bmxerch (Jan 22, 2011 at 18:19)

Look man, I'm not trying to be cocky about it,

I'm trying to make a point. Which, no one seems to get.

tetonlarry (Jan 23, 2011 at 7:45)

Take this as pure constructive criticism from someone who is literally twice your age: You are showing your age by being so aggressive with your comments. This is not how people argue in the adult world. If this was a real life conversation with compete strangers, and not an internet forum, I don't think you would be speaking to people this way.

Stop swearing at people, it's not effective. You have to give respect to get respect. Even if people agree with your point, their natural reaction is going to be defensive.

Telling people your professional status is not going to help you either. I know you are not trying to come off as cocky, but you are.

You have a long career of internet forum posting ahead of you. Don't ruin your reputation here already.

Bmxerch (Jan 23, 2011 at 8:01)

I honestly could care less. I have numerous people on here that back me up, and agree with my approach. As it is, the only way to get people to listen on the internet, is to be vulgar, blatant, and aggressive with my post. End of story.

I'm using my " proffessional status " as an example, so, I'm not being cocky. When you go pro in a sport, you come tell me how you feel about it, and how badly you would like to exclaim it to the world, it's a good feeling.

Obviuosly I'm not going to be quite as cussive in person, but I talk how I talk. If people don't like it, they can go elsewhere.

My state of mind is: If you don't like me, to bad for you, because I'm not going away.

tetonlarry (Jan 23, 2011 at 9:48)

Dude, you don't even know who I am. Not everyone that is pro flaunts it to the internet community. There is nothing wrong with saying you are pro, but to think that it gives you a leg up on everyone else on this site is an incorrect assumption. There are a lot more pro's on here than you think.

I've gotten a little aggro on internet forums myself, and always regret it afterward.

I'm glad your friends back you up, but that's not helping your cause here. It wasn't my intent to start an argument with you my friend. I was just trying to help you learn the proper way to make a point. I'm just trying to pass on some knowledge to the youth that's all. Take it or leave it.

Bmxerch (Jan 23, 2011 at 10:29)

The " proper " way to make a point, it doesn't work. How many times must I say it ? Therefor, I'm going to be how I need to be to make a point. Especially with people that criticize guys like Martin, who they will NEVER be in contension with.

If I really was in the mindset that I'm better than everyone else on here because I'm a pro rider, I wouldn't even be on here, and probably on some stuck up site that has a bunch of jack asses.

Honestly, thanks for the tips. But this is the internet. If you're trying to make a point, make it loud. Don't just say " hey guys that's not cool, don't bash him, people aren't going to take you seriously. It's something I've learned, And am always going to stick with.

tetonlarry (Jan 23, 2011 at 11:13)

See, this last comment is perfect. I agree that a little rudeness is sometimes necessary, and it often adds to the discussion. Actually, all of your comments towards me have been perfectly acceptable. There is nothing wrong with having a strong opinion and stating your opinion loud.

My main point to you is that name calling, swearing at people, and insulting others intelligence is always going to put them on the defensive, and will actually hurt your chances of convincing them you are correct.

I mean, look at the way you have responded to my comments in a coherent and respectable manner. Give respect to get respect.

P.S. not that there is anything wrong with swearing, but for example:

There is a big difference between saying "how about you all shut the f*ck up" and saying "that bike is f*cking sick!"

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