Sam Pilgrim, UK Proteam freeride MTB athlete

Sam Pilgrim

A gravity-defying freeride legend

Meet Sam Pilgrim, the British freeride MTB sensation whose infectious enthusiasm and fearless tricks have captivated fans worldwide. Known for his impressive YouTube channel and legendary competitions, Sam blends sports and social effortlessly.

“Hello everyone. Today is gonna be epic!”
– Sam Pilgrim
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UK Proteam freeride MTB athlete Sam Pilgrim with his bike. UK Proteam freeride MTB athlete Sam Pilgrim with his bike.
Pro MTB rider Sam Pilgrim on a snow tunnel ride at Swatch Nines Snow event, sporting Swatch x Tate Gallery Collection watch. Pro MTB rider Sam Pilgrim on a snow tunnel ride at Swatch Nines Snow event, sporting Swatch x Tate Gallery Collection watch.
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From champion rider to YouTube sensation

Sam Pilgrim’s journey in freeride MTB began at 17 with a win at the Austrian King of Dirt. He became FMB World Champion in 2013, with podiums at Crankworx and Red Bull Rampage solidifying his status. Now his YouTube channel shows off his thrilling adventures to over 2 million subscribers and inspires cyclists globally.

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Proteam freeride MTB athlete Sam Pilgrim in orange shirt at Swatch Nines MTB event Proteam freeride MTB athlete Sam Pilgrim in orange shirt at Swatch Nines MTB event
Proteam freeride MTB athlete Sam Pilgrim on dirt road bike ride at Swatch Nines MTB event with WHAT IF…GREEN? Swatch watch. Proteam freeride MTB athlete Sam Pilgrim on dirt road bike ride at Swatch Nines MTB event with WHAT IF…GREEN? Swatch watch.
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Innovating with every trick

Beyond his competitive achievements, Sam’s style is all about creativity and fearlessness. His videos feature jaw-dropping stunts and a love for techno music that fuels his rides. Sam’s ability to blend sports with entertainment makes every video and trick a must-watch.

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Closeup on Sam Pilgrim's arms while he is riding an orange bike with Swatch X CELL watch from Dragon Ball Z Collection. Closeup on Sam Pilgrim's arms while he is riding an orange bike with Swatch X CELL watch from Dragon Ball Z Collection.
UK Proteam freeride MTB athlete Sam Pilgrim biking in the desert. UK Proteam freeride MTB athlete Sam Pilgrim biking in the desert.
Sam Pilgrim, UK Proteam freeride MTB athlete, riding a bike in a famous Morocco skatepark. Sam Pilgrim, UK Proteam freeride MTB athlete, riding a bike in a famous Morocco skatepark.
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The face of freeride and fearlessness

Sam embodies the adventurous spirit of Swatch with his daring attitude and dynamic energy. His passion for pushing limits and creating thrilling content is right in line with Swatch’s spirit of innovation and positive provocation. 

“Don’t think. Just send it!”
– Sam Pilgrim
UK Proteam freeride MTB athlete Sam Pilgrim skateboarding at Swatch Nines MTB event, performing a trick on a wooden ramp. UK Proteam freeride MTB athlete Sam Pilgrim skateboarding at Swatch Nines MTB event, performing a trick on a wooden ramp.

Did you know?

Sam won the FMB World Tour Champion 2013.


He is missing his front tooth, not from fighting or too many sweets, but from crashing his bike.


Sam's YouTube channel has over 1.8 million subscribers making him one of the most recongizable faces of the world freeride scene.

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THE PILGRIM – TREAD ON IT

Für die ATHLETES Kollektion macht Sam Pilgrim seiner legendären Freeride-Karriere alle Ehre und stellt seine lebenslustige Persönlichkeit mit der THE PILGRIM – TREAD ON IT zur Schau, einem einzigartigen, von ihm entworfenen BIG BOLD Modell, das ohne Weiteres aus einem Bike-Shop bei dir vor Ort stammen könnte.

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Fearless self-expression

Sam’s top Swatch picks each reflect his adventurous spirit and expressive style. From unique designs to rugged functionality, these watches are as distinctive as Sam’s freeride tricks.

View of product THE PILGRIM - TREAD ON IT
THE PILGRIM - TREAD ON IT
C$ 185.00
View of product WHAT IF…GREEN?
WHAT IF…GREEN?
C$ 140.00
View of product CELL X SWATCH
CELL X SWATCH
C$ 185.00
View of product FALL-IAGE
FALL-IAGE
C$ 200.00
View of product PAST THE HORIZON
PAST THE HORIZON
C$ 155.00
View of product BARNS-GRAHAM'S ORANGE AND RED ON PINK
BARNS-GRAHAM'S ORANGE AND RED ON PINK
C$ 140.00
View of product BIG BOLD BIOCERAMIC BASALT
BIG BOLD BIOCERAMIC BASALT
C$ 190.00
View of product WASTED YOUTH BY VERDY
WASTED YOUTH BY VERDY
C$ 140.00
View of product XX-RATED BLACK
XX-RATED BLACK
C$ 115.00
View of product BELOW THE HORIZON
BELOW THE HORIZON
C$ 155.00
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