Experience the mountain bike journey of Oakley (15) and Cooper (13) (@bikingbroz), two Indigenous brothers, as they fearlessly navigate the stunning terrain of Swuq’us (Mount Prevost) on Vancouver Island. Proudly embracing their Coast Salish heritage, these siblings seize the chance to forge a connection with their Indigenous roots while indulging in the adrenaline-fueled world of mountain biking. By traversing the very trails where their ancestors once walked, Oakley and Cooper pay homage to their cultural heritage, creating an inspiring blend of cultural appreciation and thrilling adventure. Watch as they embark on this experience, riding not only where they follow in the footsteps of their ancestors, but also in the tire tracks of their heroes—Stevie Smith and Mark Wallace—who trained on this very mountain. It is a profound journey, uniting the legacies of their Indigenous heritage, the mountain’s renowned riders, and immersing themselves in both the exhilaration of the ride and the deep ancestral ties that bind them to Swuq’us.
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