MTB News / Spectrum: Former trials pro Martyn Ashton has been paralyzed since a fall in late 2013 – but the 41-year-old has repeatedly demonstrated that his disability doesn't stand in the way of his great love of cycling. Last year, thanks to a special seat, he ventured back on a mountain bike for the first time since his injury. Now he's going one step further: In his new... read more
Spektrum: Many people have probably heard the name Martyn Ashton. The former trials world champion became a global star primarily through his Road Bike Party videos on YouTube. On September 1, 2013, less than two years ago, the then 39-year-old suffered a serious fall during a stunt show and has been paralyzed in a wheelchair ever since. The Briton had... read more
The two Road Bike Party clips of British trials star Martyn Ashton, who suffered a serious accident last year, have achieved cult status. Now Italian Vittorio Brumotti is following suit. In Ashton's honor, Brumotti spent the last few months on his road bike and shot this film. The Briton seems pleased: "I've known Vittorio for years. His passion for trials... read more
British trial star Martyn Ashton has been in a wheelchair since last year. He sustained a serious injury during a stunt show. At the time, he was working on a video, "Road Bike Party." [Link] Since he couldn't finish the video on his own, Chris Akrigg and Danny MacAskill stepped in to help him. The video was a huge success. In this video... read more
We already confirmed in our extensive test that the Colnago C59 Disc cuts a fine figure. But what trial-savvy Martyn Ashton can do with the bike is simply incredible – a front flip on a road bike? No problem for Martin Ashton! He's joined by trial stars Danny MacAskill and Chris Akrigg. … read more
