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Qualifying Results - Mont-Sainte-Anne DH World Cup 2017

Aug 4, 2017
by Pinkbike Staff  
Gwin may have taken a cruiser during timed training but his pace was definitely on point earlier in the day.

Pro Men

Aaron Gwin qualifies first again, this time with over a second on Loïc Bruni, who desperately wants to get back on that top step. The Syndicate goes three and five with Minnaar hot on the heels of Bruni and Luca Shaw rounding out the top five. Will we see last season's wild roll that Danny Hart got on to happen again? He remains in the mix, in the middle of the Syndicate sandwich, in fourth.

1 // Aaron Gwin // 4:02.974
2 // Loic Bruni // 4:04.491
3 // Greg Minnaar // 4:04.774
4 // Danny Hart // 4:05.887
5 // Luca Shaw // 4:06.759



Pro Women

Myriam Nicole looks to be rolling with confidence, taking out qualifying here in MSA by over a second on Tracey Hannah and more than three seconds on a recovering (though still incredibly dangerous) Rachel Atherton. Marine Cabirou backs up her strong time training run with a fifth place qualifier.

1 // Myriam Nicole // 4:45.426
2 // Tracey Hannah // 4:46.917
3 // Rachel Atherton // 4:48.792
4 // Tahnée Seagrave // 4:50.224
5 // Marine Cabirou // 4:54.056



Junior Men

Finn is pretty well expected to finish in the top 3 at any World Cup, so to see him down in ninth, 16+ seconds off the pace, does leave us with questions surrounding his run. Matt Walker and Sylvain Cougoureax continue their strong form finishing in one and two.

1 // Matt Walker // 4:13.176
2 // Sylvain Cougoureux // 4:22.353
3 // Kaos Seagrave // 4:22.744



Junior Women

Yesterday's fastest timed run (the only one for junior women) came out on top, perhaps showing the benefits of trying to put together a full run during time training? American's, Mazie Hayden and Kaytlin Melvin finished 8+ seconds and 1-minute 23-seconds behind, respectively.

1 // Melanie Chappaz // 5:33.275
2 // Mazie Hayden // 5:41.355
3 // Kaytlin Melvin // 6:57.264



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134 Comments
  • 110 0
 Manon is ill and Finn had a front flat half way down.
  • 12 0
 Appreciate the update, sir!
  • 10 0
 Thanks for the info, Dave!
  • 3 0
 Thanks, keep the intel coming!
  • 73 10
 Gwin. Still the man to beat.
  • 53 68
flag MJ4LIFERIDER (Aug 4, 2017 at 12:01) (Below Threshold)
 USA All THE WAY!
  • 37 20
 MURICA
  • 32 68
flag scott-townes FL (Aug 4, 2017 at 13:14) (Below Threshold)
 ANOTHER REASON WHY TIMED TRAINING DOESN'T MATTER! MURICA! GO TRUMP! JK HE'S AN ORANGE BAG OF DICKS! yayayay
  • 36 7
 No, the man to beat is Blenki : 75.4 km/h ! that's crazy fast
  • 31 16
 Gwin is the man Talented like no one in the past No USA bias on my end as I'd give Danny and Greg a handjob any day. And I love it when they win. But Gwin will be the GOAT. He's that good. Anyone that thinks otherwise is lying to themselves.
  • 4 16
flag scott-townes FL (Aug 4, 2017 at 14:38) (Below Threshold)
 @zede: Yah but he's slow everywhere else sooooo that doesn't really matter.
  • 4 1
 presuming he doesn't flat......
  • 2 3
 @Thustlewhumber: spellcheck?
  • 7 1
 @kubaner:i thought so too before minaar started winning again.
Does Gwin have another 5-7 years?
  • 3 1
 He's so god!
  • 10 2
 @scott-townes: qualifying top 10 at a World Cup is slow now is it ????
  • 5 3
 @kubaner: Hill? Vouilloz?
  • 45 7
 @kubaner:
Greg shook Nico's hand
Greg shook Palmer's hand
Greg shook Peaty's hand
Greg shook Hill's hand
Greg shook Gwin's hand

Gwin shook Greg's hand

He's beaten everyone at one time or another. Gwin may eventually win more world cups but...........
  • 20 3
 @TopperharleyPT1: gwins shook peatys, gee, Smith, Greg, hill. He just has to do it at world champs. 10th, first world cup, less than 1 year on a bike.
  • 1 2
 @zede: OMG....75,4 km/h wow
  • 3 0
 @scott-townes: TIL that 5.5 seconds off the lead and in 8th place is "slow"
  • 3 3
 @WolfStoneD: I'd say so. 5.5 seconds is like 10 years in a dog's lifetime.
  • 7 3
 We really are watching history happen right now with Gwinn. He is the Wayne Gretzky of mountain biking.
  • 1 19
flag scott-townes FL (Aug 4, 2017 at 19:17) (Below Threshold)
 @cwatt: Ew, get your Canadian trash out of this thread.
  • 5 2
 @TopperharleyPT1:
Gwin has shook all their hands too. And Greg may have spent twenty years surrounded by the best but the Palmers of yesteryear are not the Sam Hill of now. Regardless of where he chooses to race. Gwin is an amazing rider that will surely eclipse Minaarrs tally. And I'll say it again, Greg Minaarr has always been my favorite, but Gwin is a special rider and will likely surpass him and go down as the most winning WC racer ever.
  • 3 1
 @kubaner: @kubaner: He needs a few more sets of rainbow stripes on his jersey, first... Has yet to accomplish that once, let alone many.
  • 3 0
 @TopperharleyPT1: Hah!!!!!!! So awesome!!
  • 1 0
 Gwin and Luca in top spots,,, I can't watch. Somebody call me please when the dust settles. 800- ROD - RAMR
  • 1 0
 @TopperharleyPT1: Greg will never match Nico, just saying all about titles
  • 1 0
 @jimmythehat: @kubaner @snowshoeRider4Life Yeah nah you don't get me. Greg has had the opportunity to race against and beat all those greats. Gwin will never beat Nico, because he's too young. Greg's ability to remain at the top over generations is incredible.

However, writing this after Mt St Anne, Aaron's run was one of the greatest of all time and up there with anything. Not denying the guys ability, or that he's a genuine guy and fully deserves success.....but will he be doing the same thing in 10 years time?

Catch ya then.
  • 1 0
 ....and now after MSA.......GWINNING AF! BOOM.
  • 32 0
 Brendog just outside the top 10 next to Phil Atwill radical
  • 27 0
 Brendog and Blenky - back in the game SICK!
  • 9 1
 At least we'll get to see their runs on the .tv
  • 27 2
 2 americans in top 5. to think that was not really a possibility 6 or 7 years ago. that being said, syndicate is straight domination
  • 183 1
 Finally not racing on the weekend of a World Cup. Full bike nerd engage!
  • 11 2
 @JesseMelamed: Logged in just to up-vote this comment Razz
  • 57 0
 @ybres: you log out? weirdo.
  • 5 0
 @JesseMelamed: it's awesome to see guys like you also love to watch!
  • 4 0
 @adrennan: Bwahahaha. Right?!
  • 5 0
 @Toryt7: Of course! Watching DH makes me faster and It's also the most exciting!
  • 1 0
 @adrennan: agreed haha
  • 22 0
 Go Pompon!
  • 2 0
 Gogo pomponpon ! And the brendog , top ten boyo !
  • 17 2
 Gwin for the win. IF, and this is a BIG if, he can manage to avoid any mechanicals. Tire and component companies need to develop a Gwin line of parts that can withstand the punishment he unleashes on them. Or maybe a certification program: "Passed the Gwin Punishment Regime™"
  • 3 0
 Maybe he should do a few signature products of his own then... Maybe start with tires, chains, and brakes??? Move onto grips and whatever? Just an idea.
  • 16 1
 gwin, luca, charlie, dakotah, shane, bruce, eliot, walker, kyle and logan... holy shit, 10 qualifiers from the U.S.A. NICE
  • 3 0
 You forgot Jason! Coming in at 66.
  • 16 0
 Dakotah Norton, finding some speed in 16th. Way to go!
  • 2 0
 I was gonna say that! Nice job, Dakotah!
  • 13 0
 Look at Blenkinsop go! Heck yeah, crushing it on that new Norco!
  • 2 0
 @zede: oof!! Maybe the most visually entertaining dh racer ever - I shed a little tear when bruni started beating him at Lapierre.
  • 3 0
 75.4 kph? That's nearly 47 'Murican!
  • 1 0
 @zede: No, but I did see the hung over guy sleeping at :50 and Mik blow his pedal off his crank later, then the Bulldog with a tire completely blown off his rim.

Gonna be a sweet race, even crazier if it rains.
  • 10 0
 Good to see Blenki back at the pointy end of the stick.
  • 9 2
 If gwinn wasn't winning in the 27 bike, everyone would be jumping on 29rs to try to keep up, but he slapped them hoes with his 275
  • 5 0
 GOAT is an overused, and inaccurate acronym. Greatest in their time is more accurate. For example, Gwin has not raced Peat in his prime, or even Tomac. Not to mention many other top pros that raced downhill on 3" of travel then raced cross country the same day on the same bike. I could go on and on about this, but the point is simple enough to understand. Gwinnmay end up being the greatest downhill racer of his era, but it's impossible to be the greatest of all time. To say otherwise is ignorant, and insulting to past champions. I'm sure Gwin would agree.
  • 8 0
 F@ck yeah Dakotah Norton in 16th!!!
  • 6 0
 I wish I could unread "syndicate sandwich", especially a Danny Hart Syndicate Sandwich.
  • 4 1
 it is stupid how close the times are between the top guys nowadays. I feel like anyone in the top 15 is a contender any given weekend. here's hoping gwin can keep his tires on come race day
  • 5 1
 This is how racing should be to keep it interesting though. Although it was nice for Rachel the last couple of years, her dominating made the woman's top 5 very boring to watch.
  • 2 12
flag Ryanfitz81 FL (Aug 4, 2017 at 12:55) (Below Threshold)
 It's stupid how all lines are pretty much the same in World Cups. Sterilised trails and no points for creativity because you are bound by the tape. @Lastpikd:
  • 1 0
 @Ryanfitz81: typically the courses get wider in areas that are more technical. The time gaps within the top are more reflective of Who can make the least amount of mistakes. There are not many options on the course that will be widely faster than another.
  • 6 0
 Good to see Brendog in the mix
  • 8 2
 everyone should stay home on race day. AG is gonna aquila the competition.
  • 9 0
 If his onza can stay inflated
  • 1 0
 Maybe, but it's a rainy sh!t show, I'd put money on a UK rider or a frenchie.
  • 1 0
 @jackalope: crossing my fingers it doesn't turn out like the first race this season. Rain for all or rain for none.
  • 2 0
 @jackalope: it's funny how everyone always counts AG out when it's raining or muddy, yet he's proven himself on more than a few occasions that he can ride muddy tracks. This track suits his riding style perfectly, fast and rough. Be it dry or muddy, I don't think it's going to make much difference for him.
  • 1 0
 @novajustin: name the examples where he's won on mud bog tracks. Hell, he actually struggled here a few years ago in the grease, although that might have been more to do with trying to get used to Demo. No one thinks he can't ride well in the mud, but hopefully no one thinks he prefers it - whereas it seems like the UK riders almost prefer it. Sounds like it was/is full on deluge up there, so maybe Gwin will prove me wrong. Will be happy to see it if so, but until I do...
  • 2 0
 @novajustin: crow...im eating it now! RESPECT!
  • 5 0
 gwin smoked everyody in the second and last splits
  • 5 0
 Blenki's back! Wishing him a good run tomorrow!
  • 5 0
 Gwin on a heater.
  • 4 0
 Walker had a screamer of a third split.
  • 4 0
 Anyone know the scoop on Marcello?
  • 4 1
 Muddy remembering it's all about having fun on you're bike. Not sure the atherton training style suits him.
  • 2 0
 So the athertons dont have fun.....hmmmmmmmmmm funny comment Just couldnt resist replying. Have a good day
  • 4 9
flag benji46 (Aug 4, 2017 at 15:03) (Below Threshold)
 When was the last time you saw gee crack a smile? He is always too focused on his next bench press. Plus I'm pretty sure he is half robot @ewigstead:
  • 4 0
 @benji46: Talked to him at the track today. He was smiling. Said it's great to be back on the bike after the hip injury.
  • 3 0
 Athertons have fun seriously
  • 2 0
 they have serious fun.
  • 1 0
 I wonder what the strategy here is. Gwin typically doesn't care too much about qualifying times. If they are worried about rain and it rains early, could getting out on track before it gets all mashed up be advantageous?
  • 3 0
 At this point in the series it's all about points in the points classification. You get points qualifying first. It's points. Got it.
  • 2 0
 @CampbellPath: Points. Got it.
  • 4 0
 We heart Myriam.
  • 3 0
 Rider pool for junior women is disappointing ;(
  • 3 1
 WooHoo! Kaytlin Melvin on fire!
  • 3 0
 Manon DNS?
  • 1 0
 Yes, what's was going on with Manon?
  • 1 0
 @Sistinas: she's a poorly bear.
  • 3 0
 Go Laurie!!!
  • 2 0
 Finn what are you doing back in 9th?!
  • 2 0
 look at the split, something happened at the end of his run.
  • 2 0
 Gwin does it again! Look at the time!!
  • 3 0
 Blenki!
  • 3 0
 Blenky!!!
  • 2 0
 Blenki! And damn, woman's racing is close this time! Can't wait!
  • 3 0
 Graeme Bob Mud!!! 13th!
  • 2 0
 Have those syndicate bikes got motors in?
  • 1 0
 I wonder if Gwin can do a sub 4 minute run on raceday. His quali time is insane. Wow.
  • 1 0
 Gwin rocks the fast moto style tracks....look to be his race to lose Come on greg keep those big wheels rolling!!
  • 2 1
 Syndicat must have something going good, 100% of their team in the top most of the year. Can't only be the wheels or bikes.
  • 2 2
 They replaced two mediocre riders with two constant threats for at least podium if not the top step. That's why!
  • 2 0
 @tabletop84: That's funny, describing riders who won the WC overall as mediocre.
  • 1 1
 @metaam: that was a bit harsh but the last seasons Peaty and Ratboy weren't podium contenders. It's just that Shaw and Loris are much faster riders nowadays.
  • 1 0
 How many races have been lost to punctures? Hoping that racing determines the winner tomorrow vs a tire popping...
  • 1 1
 Pro Men:

1) Aaron Gwin
2) Danny Hart
3) Greg Minnaar


Pro Women:

1) Rachel Atherton
2) Tahnee Seagrave
3) Myriam Nicole
  • 3 2
 YEAH AARON !!!!!! One rider to rule them all
  • 1 0
 Pompon and Minnaar inch further in the overall!
  • 1 0
 That might already mean something...
  • 2 0
 What happened to Vaea???
  • 1 0
 Matt walker jr 9secs ahead of the rest of the field!! Yeeeowoww
  • 2 0
 Go Tracey!!!!!
  • 1 0
 Great to see Muddy in 13. Hope he gets a pro ride next year still.
  • 1 0
 A Syndicate Sandwich! Oooh suit you sir...
  • 1 0
 ah bin maudit j'ai vu 2 noms québecois sur 100 quelques... ca me rassure!
  • 2 1
 Atwill FTW
  • 1 1
 No flats and no mechanicals Gwin! I want a Gwinning weekend.
  • 1 1
 Where is Neko Mullaly? Is he hurt or did he get DQ'ed again?
  • 1 0
 He's recovering from injury.
  • 1 1
 Was just wondering, I'm still on 26
  • 1 0
 Where's Connor fearon??
  • 1 2
 A.G. and G.M. are the ones to see tomorrow.
  • 5 7
 Who's on 29ers
  • 5 2
 No, just no.
  • 1 0
 @BenPea: I can't upvote you enough....
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