Emil Johansson

From the precision of slopestyle to the massive airs of freeride and the raw speed of downhill, Thomas Genon, Szymon Godziek, Emil Johansson and Kade Edwards deliver raw MTB talent and nonstop action.

Having won the world title in his rookie season in 2017, Emil Johansson spent 2018 struggling with an autoimmune disease. Now, still coming to grips with the disease, he's ready to make his return.

Follow five riders across different cycling disciplines and career stages. From the weight of early expectations to the uncertainty of beginnings, from the challenge of balance, to the pressure of winning and the obsession with results.

15 athletes, 8 disciplines, 7 countries and 100% Europe. The Old World is the first dedicated European bike movie that bridges the gap between mountain biking and BMX.