By Zobia Zulfqar 
Professional mountain biker Remy Morton has unveiled his latest video project, Back to Normal, a freeride film that pays tribute to the classic mountain biking DVDs that inspired him as a young rider.
Released in partnership with Ripton, the new edit showcases Morton’s signature riding style while embracing the nostalgia of early freeride films that helped shape modern mountain biking culture.
The project combines technical riding, handcrafted trail features and cinematic storytelling, reflecting Morton’s desire to reconnect with the style of riding that first sparked his passion for the sport.
Inspired by Freeride Legends
Morton said Back to Normal is deeply personal because it reflects the rider he always wanted to become.
He cited legendary freerider Steve Romaniuk as one of his biggest inspirations growing up and explained that the film captures the influence of the classic freeride era that defined mountain biking during his youth.
According to Morton, he wanted the project to feel like the memorable video parts featured in mountain bike DVDs rather than the shorter social media edits that dominate today’s cycling content.
The goal, he said, was to create a sequence packed with standout moments from beginning to end while staying true to his own riding style.
Three Months of Building
The production required months of preparation before filming even began.
Over a three-month period, Morton and his team designed and built every feature used in the film from scratch.
Each jump, drop and technical obstacle was constructed specifically for the project before being carefully tested and ridden during filming.
Rather than relying on existing bike parks or established trails, the team created an entirely original riding environment tailored to Morton’s vision.
Friends Behind the Project
Filming duties were shared between Scott Robb and Tom Booker from Highlowcorp, two of Morton’s longtime friends who also helped construct many of the features.
Additional trail building was completed with the support of Alex Makea and Alfie Hemming.
Morton described the production as a fully in-house project, with the same close group of friends responsible for designing, building, testing and filming every section of the video.
He credited the team’s support for making the ambitious project possible.
Testing Every Feature
Morton explained that every feature seen in Back to Normal was personally tested before filming.
The process required repeatedly riding technically demanding features while switching between different mountain bikes depending on the terrain being filmed.
He described the production as both physically and mentally demanding because each clip revolved around a unique obstacle that had to be perfected before cameras started rolling.
Filming consecutive days on challenging terrain required careful preparation, confidence and consistency throughout the project.
Bringing Back the DVD Era
One of Morton’s primary goals was to recreate the excitement of classic mountain bike films.
Instead of producing a conventional online edit, he wanted viewers to experience a complete video part reminiscent of the freeride DVDs that helped define mountain biking during the early 2000s.
By combining creative riding, original trail features and cinematic filming, Back to Normal aims to capture the spirit of that era while introducing it to a new generation of riders.
Looking Ahead
Morton said the film represents only the beginning of what he hopes to share in future projects.
He expressed gratitude to sponsors Ripton and Chromag for supporting a concept he had wanted to create for several years.
According to Morton, the project allows fans to see the riding style that best represents who he is today while honoring the influences that first inspired him to pursue freeride mountain biking.
With its blend of nostalgia, creativity and high-level riding, Back to Normal offers a tribute to mountain biking’s classic freeride heritage while showcasing Remy Morton’s vision for the future of the sport.