Charlie takes on Loïc Bruni in another episode of Average Joe vs Pro — this time on a proper World Cup downhill track in Andorra.
From massive gaps to brutal rock gardens, the side-by-side comparison quickly shows that pro-level speed has way more to do with commitment than fitness alone. Loïc barely touches the brakes, skips entire rough sections, and carries speed through lines that most riders simply won’t hit.
Can Charlie survive long enough to avoid getting caught by one of the fastest downhill riders on the planet?
0:00 – Intro
1:57 – Loïc Bruni interview
6:54 – Initial side-by-side comparison
9:32 – Final race run begins
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20 Comments
5 minutes ago is toe tickling
The rate of speed on that pass was insane.
Naw mate you've got to let them pedal. It's part of keeping the top speed so high that their skill makes more of a difference. Same reason you're now on a WC track, you've got to race it their way, not yours. Still cheers for the effort! Very fun vids to watch
For years now I've been one of the fastest riders in the world in my mind.
geezus not another arrogant me me me im so good a rider video stop it nobody cares
Now we're talking Charlie, 100% this IS where you really see the difference between a Pro and even a very good amateur rider. Side note, don't know WTF they ever stopped using this track, it's sick AF, they could have done some re-routes or something, instead of building the new super speedway, dangerous AF one.
Awesome series. Next up Pierron..!
Look, let's be real. The difference in equipment and setup is a major contributor. Talent is the next.. When I raced DH in the early 2k's, I had a one in a lifetime chance for Specialized to help setup my FSR BIGHIT at a Norba DH race at Snoqualmie, WA. I actually ran 2 seconds faster even with a flat tire with 90% of the track left.
by focusing and keeping a shut mouth I bet he could put 15-30 seconds to this time. The pass was amazing.
I've also watched Loic for years, and the man is an utter monster! He only has 1 riding mode, beast mode. Fair play Charlie for even attempting it!
Bruni is the main man. Excellent work.
"Do you ever ride with normal people?" Amazing question! "To be hones – no!" even more amazing answer!
The average rider would never be able to complete this track
"I had time to make friends" 😂
Listen to Loic's freewheel, every time the wheel speed drops, it comes back up again like he's got a throttle. Insane.
Hell Yeahhh!
You need to know more about Loic, how he can ride so fast, along the years : Here in France, 30 years ago, loic father, was one the top rider here, jean-pierre. JPB was very close friend to François Dola, and they ride togheter all time, very high skilled riders. So…who was François? François "La Dole" in French, was the fastest french rider on "coupe de france dh" series just before nico starting his first one "real season" ( 92) and the strongest guy on megavalanches, just before Wildhaber era. From deep France. 👌
That’s not a bike it’s a cruise missile
he was definitely very lucky to walk away from the crashes at 3:06 and 3:18
Some compliment when Loic says you're not just an average rider …😍