trials_pimp Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 I really cant belive people still dont understand how to make a living with trials? Your still shocked at seeing that Danny mac has gone on to do so much with his riding like its something new. MAD have been doing this for 14 years, have toured around the workd and riden on and around some of the most amazing sights, and people around. I myself have been doing it for 8 years. Demos, show releases ect. And its not only MAD, there are other established teams out there that have had great success with trials shows. All im going to say is if you think its as simple as getting a free bike, kit and pay check just for doing a little riding then quit now. Its hard work, long hours and requires so much more than simply being a good rider. No team in their right mind will take you on if you dont pull your weight. Yet get it right and the rewards are amazing. Some of the things ive seen and done with MAD over the years are beyond belief. I wouldnt change it for the world. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Vandart Posted July 29, 2010 Report Share Posted July 29, 2010 Over night stays in Travel lodges, lunches, dinners, broken bike parts, have a go bikes (which include a full build Inspired and a couple of onza 20s) banners bla bla. So yea, it all adds up. "Surly there isn’t enough scope to do enough shows to make a living even though its ok money?" I was surprised at this actually. Yes there is. Think of all the Scottish highland shows, air shows, car shows, town gala days/fetes, community project fun days for weans, opening day shows for buildings or companies, award giving’s, music concerts other cycling events... You just have to get in there with offers and eventually your name gets around. The Clan do a 3 week tour of Schools around Scotland during the summer (disappointing children everywhere they went, "Are you Danny Macaskill off you tube?" "No, im Ali C off Tarty" "Ach boo, who are yi, who are yi"....There is a demand. Having worked loads in Glasgow, this made me laugh. @Trials-Pimp I don't believe I was implying any of the above. I can imagine the work involved in it all. Personally I would not consider that alot of money, I fact having estimated the costs myself I would say it is a bargain for the customer. You must put on a hell of alot of shows to make enough cash. Also I expressed disbelief because all I ever heard people say is you'll never make money out of trials it's too small. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ross McArthur Posted July 30, 2010 Report Share Posted July 30, 2010 Funny thing is, the guys behind most of the shows don’t even ride trials. Iain Withers (Clan), Giles Wolfe (Mad) they just compare, and these are the guys who make a living out of it. Business men at the end of the day. Its hard work yes but when you take a step back and think, look at all the new people im meeting, look at the new places im visiting, building a trials rig in the pissing rain and answering back 20 odd times a day to "where’s your seat and do a back flip", doesn’t seem too bad anymore. Its rewarding hearing sporting legends like Kelly Holmes and Nigel Mansel saying they are very impressed and appreciate the skill level required. Best of luck Ali. Maybe see you this weekend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IainW Posted July 30, 2010 Report Share Posted July 30, 2010 Ross forwarded this thread on to me. I'm reading with interest... I am the 'businessman' (cheers Ross!) behind The Clan. And i do ride, a lot, but not trials. Anyway, just wanted to say the guys in our team and others do far more than do tricks for cash, they help inspire a new generation on to trials bikes (and BMXes and MTBs in our case) in various ways. The shows wow people and our guys always chat to folk and help them get into riding on our have-a-go track. We have two Onzas and an Inspired that folk can try for free and we send them away with details of where to get one. I'd also like to think they get more out of it than cash, like Ross says with the people and places and legendary nights out. We made a commitment at the start to charge a decent buck and get as many of our riders making enough of a living out of riding demos to fund their riding and living the rest of the year. After a couple of years, we're starting to get enough demos to do this. All of our clients agree our shows are value for money, but they definitely aren't cheap. No point devaluing the skills of top riders. As for Ali, his riding is perfect for demos and has added a lot to our shows when Danny is away being a big deal. And he doesn't accept 50p tips from kids anymore either Danny has done about four or five shows with us this year and will probably continue to when he is fit and free. As for Ross, he'll always be special to us since his 'performance' on the Children in Need night xxoxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ali C Posted July 30, 2010 Report Share Posted July 30, 2010 Clan nights out...Oh dear! We do a lot as Iain said, but the biggest, most important, most hardwork element isn't the driving 1000s of miles, having kids ask who is the best, it is beating Duncan in the hop comp! I don't like losing to a Scot! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Vandart Posted July 30, 2010 Report Share Posted July 30, 2010 Cool, Keep it up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkeyseemonkeydo Posted July 30, 2010 Report Share Posted July 30, 2010 INTRODUCING SCOTLAND'S CYCLE STUNT TEAM... The Clan's show brings up to 5 bicycle riders from all corners of Scotland, all with different riding styles, all with an infectious passion for riding bicycles to their limits. Sorry Ali, I don't think you're allowed to join... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt.price Posted July 30, 2010 Report Share Posted July 30, 2010 (edited) INTRODUCING SCOTLAND'S CYCLE STUNT TEAM... The Clan's show brings up to 5 bicycle riders from all corners of Scotland, and one from yorkshire , all with different riding styles, all with an infectious passion for riding bicycles to their limits. Sorted Edited July 30, 2010 by matt.price Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ross McArthur Posted July 30, 2010 Report Share Posted July 30, 2010 As for Ross, he'll always be special to us since his 'performance' on the Children in Need night xxoxx Oh dear, gone but not forgotten. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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