Intensity.
I'm not aware of anything that would be more intense than riding a motorcycle through city streets, at speeds approaching 200MPH!
So if I was producing a video like the one below and it featured some very intense footage from last year's Isle Of Man TT road race, I'd want to use a soundtrack that communicated to the viewer exactly what what they were seeing.
This track from Within Temption was their choice – and our free track of the week.
Within Temptation — Faster may count at 62 RPM – but it's also one of those tracks where you can ignore the tempo and just go faster!
For some of you who may know my history, I raced motorcycles like these back in the 80's. Intense to be sure, but on a real race track, with nothing soild to hit if you fall. These guys (and yes there's a few gals who do this) are crazy. Riding at 180mph+, along roads with curbs, light poles and stone walls you can hit are IMO certifiably nuts… people die doing this… but it's very fun to watch.
John is a member on the AFS (Association of Fitness Studios) Advisory Council.
Holding certifications from; Schwinn, Heart Zones, Team ICG and Life Time Fitness, John's held regularly scheduled cycling classes between 1998 and 2015 when he moved to Florida.
When the weather permits, you'll find him riding and leading outdoor groups by himself or with his Tandem partner (wife) Amy.
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