Ignite is a collaborative film built around the idea of access—both to the sport of mountain biking and to the sense of belonging it creates. The project explores what draws people to riding in the first place, regardless of skill level, and how that passion can be passed forward to those who face barriers to entry.

Created in collaboration with filmmakers Sean Mitchell and Derrick Fortin, the film supports Mutt Society’s mission to expand access to mountain biking for kids who otherwise wouldn’t have the opportunity. Rather than focusing on performance alone, the storytelling emphasizes energy, community, and shared experience.

Ignite is less about individual achievement and more about collective momentum—using film as a way to encourage participation, generosity, and long-term impact within the mountain biking community.

Featuring:

Nick Fix / Garret Mechem /  David Lieb / Aaron Chase /  Shane Bryan / Kevin Sweeney /  Andrew Wallace /  Matt Sann

Director: Big.Mitch

DP: Derrick Tyler Fortin

Cinematography: Daniel Olivares / Ian Messina / Greg Farnum

Color Grade: Sam Zook

Written by: Amanda Silva

Field Sound: Jeremy Bond 

Sound Design: Justin Joslin 

Mix + Master: Fleetwoodmacgyver

Edited by: Big.Mitch

Asst. Editor: Matt LaVasseur

Graphics: Danny Thiede

Voice Over: John Kubin

Special Thanks:

Red Bull Bike / Talamas Boston / Events United US