Unseen Beauty and Big Air: Freeride MTB in Southern France
Briefly

The Backyard Battle took place in Bannes, France from July 16-20, featuring a new chaotic setup with elements like 13-foot-tall lips and a mega spine. Paul Couderc's innovative line allowed riders to showcase their skills, resulting in remarkable performances. The event attracted renowned riders such as Erik Fedko and Kaiden Ingersoll. The electrifying atmosphere was emphasized by Couderc’s enthusiasm, who expressed gratitude towards those who contributed to the event's success. Full video highlights will be available on the Monster Energy YouTube channel for fans to enjoy.
"What an amazing week on and off the bike," says Paul Couderc. "The new line we rebuilt is running perfectly, and there was no better crew in the world to session it with for the first time!"
This stop of the Backyard Battle is not one that anyone wants to miss, and it brings the best riders in the world to sample the chaos.
From 13-foot-tall lips and massive hips, and the notorious 'mega spine', this year's setup was decidedly chaotic, but in the absolute best way possible.
Paul Couderc redefined what's possible in a backyard build, this time with an all-new line for riders to test their mettle, resulting in huge sends and wild style.
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