Except for that the FIS women's world cup is it's own successful thing with its own races in different venues at different times than the men's...
Except for that the FIS women's world cup is it's own successful thing with its own races in different venues at different times than the men's. That doubles the number of races instantly. If the dh wc was like that, we would have 14 or 16 races per year.
Almost all sports are like that. At least most winter sports as far as i know.
The problem with this is that the women's DH pool is much smaller than men's and it'd be questionable if there would eb enough coverage and the like.
Also, i was saying that 6 or 7 races isn't as bad as some think it is.In effect we have 12 or 14 races counting men and women separately. And there are juniors as well, which are often completely separated in other sports as well.
I find it so funny that the Syndicate still runs reverbs even though there's a fox post out there and a ton of much less direct competitors to the Shimano and Fox pairing... Have they ever run anything other than a reverb?
https://www.instagram.com/p/BPdjWEvBW6l/
I find it so funny that the Syndicate still runs reverbs even though there's a fox post out there and a ton of much less...
I find it so funny that the Syndicate still runs reverbs even though there's a fox post out there and a ton of much less direct competitors to the Shimano and Fox pairing... Have they ever run anything other than a reverb?
[img]https://p.vitalmtb.com/photos/forums/2017/01/19/4766/s1200_richie_rude_enduro_mountain_bike_racer.jpg[/img]
pretty much already called by everyone, but redbull confirms rude to redbull and posted a interview on their site.
pretty much already called by everyone, but redbull confirms rude to redbull and posted a interview on their site.
Called by everyone, including Richie himself.... last year, on instagram, and in this thread....
Only if it had the seal head replaced with a Rock Shox one (the big, black nut instead of the integrated seal housing like it's on the Transfer) and had the Rock Shox logos applied to the top of the slider.
Only if it had the seal head replaced with a Rock Shox one (the big, black nut instead of the integrated seal housing like it's on...
Only if it had the seal head replaced with a Rock Shox one (the big, black nut instead of the integrated seal housing like it's on the Transfer) and had the Rock Shox logos applied to the top of the slider.
https://www.instagram.com/p/BPdjWEvBW6l/
I find it so funny that the Syndicate still runs reverbs even though there's a fox post out there and a ton of much less...
I find it so funny that the Syndicate still runs reverbs even though there's a fox post out there and a ton of much less direct competitors to the Shimano and Fox pairing... Have they ever run anything other than a reverb?
I once bought a second hand Fox post from www.ti-springs.com that was an ex syndicate post, so they haven't always used reverbs.
Almost all sports are like that. At least most winter sports as far as i know.
The problem with this is that the women's DH pool...
Almost all sports are like that. At least most winter sports as far as i know.
The problem with this is that the women's DH pool is much smaller than men's and it'd be questionable if there would eb enough coverage and the like.
Also, i was saying that 6 or 7 races isn't as bad as some think it is.In effect we have 12 or 14 races counting men and women separately. And there are juniors as well, which are often completely separated in other sports as well.
It's the number of race days that make difference for the fan. Now we have 3 races crammed into one on one race day. Even if the women would race Saturday and the men Sunday on the same track would make a huge improvement. I hope the women's DH pool grows fast, there are plenty of fast young girls ripping in the bike parks. We are now in the second generation of DH with former racer parents taking their kids to races, good things to come.
I once bought a second hand Fox post from www.ti-springs.com that was an ex syndicate post, so they haven't always used reverbs.
Yeah i think i remember them running FOX seatposts, but i distinctly remember them running reverbs when they switched from SRAM. Though FOX didn't have a dropper at the time.
Now that Shimano has a dropper post as well, who gives you the post if you are sponsored by both? Is it a separate point of sponsorship if you are sponsored in the 'we will give you everything' manner? If Shimano gives you ordinary (PRO) posts, can you run the FOX post?
So Lew Buchanan has moved from BMC to Trek Factory...we he be teaming up with Rene Wildhaber?
2 men and 2 woman for Trek?
In the introduction there was no mention of Rene?
So Lew Buchanan has moved from BMC to Trek Factory...we he be teaming up with Rene Wildhaber?
2 men and 2 woman for Trek?
In the...
So Lew Buchanan has moved from BMC to Trek Factory...we he be teaming up with Rene Wildhaber?
2 men and 2 woman for Trek?
In the introduction there was no mention of Rene?
Charlie Harrison on an M16 in Fontana. I think it was mentioned in an earlier post that he was off trek..does anyone know details? Did he sign with Intense?
What a shame that there's no mention of Rene..always thought he was a great rider and had some awesome results last year. Plus he's a really nice,down to earth guy.
Would make sense though,2 girls and 2 guys...
LIV REVEALS ADDITION OF ENDURO RACER RAE MORRISON TO GLOBAL ATHLETE ROSTER
Rising off-road talent will focus on Enduro World Series aboard the new Liv Hail Advanced
Following the launch of the Hail Advanced, the industry’s first women’s-specific 160mm travel trail bike, Liv has furthered its commitment to Enduro racing at the highest-level with the addition of up-and-coming New Zealander Rae Morrison as she prepares for the 2017 Enduro World Series. Signing a two-year contract, Morrison will lead the brand’s foray into a dedicated EWS race campaign.
New Zealand’s Rae Morrison has become a consistent top-ten finisher after merely two seasons of racing the Enduro World Series.
A relative newcomer to enduro competition, Rae’s varied racing background—from downhill to cross-county—has helped her develop the blend of technical skills and physical fitness demanded of the discipline. Her break-out year came in 2015 as she made her EWS debut—earning two top-five finishes at the final rounds of the season—while also becoming New Zealand’s top-ranked enduro racer.
First established in 2014, Liv is the first and only cycling brand completely dedicated to women. With an upbeat personality paired with the drive and confidence to take on the toughest race tracks, Rae not only values Liv’s mission but also embodies it. “I like that Liv is a brand dedicated to women of all levels—from those just starting out, to competitive racers—with women’s-specific bikes, gear and apparel that performs and looks amazing,” Rae said.
Rae draws from both her downhill and cross-country mountain bike racing experience to excel on the technically challenging and physically demanding race tracks found on the EWS.
Leveraging Liv’s affiliate brand Giant, Morrison will receive complete support from the well-established Giant Factory Off-Road Team and anticipates a newfound confidence when the 2017 Enduro World Series kicks-off in March in Rotorua, New Zealand. “Having the best support, the best equipment, the best bike will make a world of difference. It takes away a lot of the pressure and saves energy for me to just focus on the race,” said Morrison who is looking to further improve on the success of her first two seasons.
Rae will have a quiver of Liv bicycles to utilize during training and competition but will rely on the Hail Advanced come race day. “It ticks all of the boxes: stable, yet playful and very confidence inspiring. I love it,” said Morrison after getting acquainted with her new Hail. For her training, Rae will also utilize the new 120mm travel, Pique Advanced trail bike. Both models are designed using Liv’s 3F design philosophy and are handcrafted with a women’s-specific Advanced-grade composite lay-up while featuring the latest in Maestro suspension technology.
In addition to Liv bicycles and select rider gear, Morrison will rely on SRAM components, RockShox suspension, Schwalbe tires and 100% eyewear, racewear and full-face helmets.
Featuring aggressive geometry and the latest in Maestro suspension technology, the Hail Advanced will be Rae’s bike of choice for racing when the Enduro World Series begins in Rotorua, New Zealand.
[img]https://p.vitalmtb.com/photos/forums/2017/01/22/4771/s1200_Screenshot_2017_01_22_16_45_40.jpg[/img]
Charlie Harrison on an M16 in Fontana. I think it was mentioned in an earlier post that he was off trek..does anyone know details? Did...
Charlie Harrison on an M16 in Fontana. I think it was mentioned in an earlier post that he was off trek..does anyone know details? Did he sign with Intense?
He looks to be in the same kit as the rest of the Intense Factory Team. Probably traded Luca Cometti for Chuck.
[img]https://p.vitalmtb.com/photos/forums/2017/01/22/4771/s1200_Screenshot_2017_01_22_16_45_40.jpg[/img]
Charlie Harrison on an M16 in Fontana. I think it was mentioned in an earlier post that he was off trek..does anyone know details? Did...
Charlie Harrison on an M16 in Fontana. I think it was mentioned in an earlier post that he was off trek..does anyone know details? Did he sign with Intense?
He looks to be in the same kit as the rest of the Intense Factory Team. Probably traded Luca Cometti for Chuck.
Per a Pinkbike article it looks like Charlie Harrison is on Intense(unconfirmed) and Luca Cometti is on Commencal USA doing GRt's and World Cups with Steven Walton(Confirmed).
Polygon UR is proud to announce a new partnership with Trickstuff
The team is always open on any products and also on any kind of companies independently of their size or background. With Trickstuff we are making a partnership because we are impressed about their handmade products. Even though Trickstuff is a very small company with a small production, their brakes along with Galfer rotors and pads have reached a level of performance the riders had never seen before.
At the end of the 2016 season after having seen they won some test for the most powerful brakes, we were curious about it and asked them to ship us a set. From there even Mick Hannah choose them to ride at world champs in Val Di Sole.
The braking power, the very little effort to do on the lever to break and the consistency are the key points that makes those brakes better.
We are setting this partnership to take an even further the level of performance and redefine some details. We are pretty sure things coming will set the bench mark.
We hope now everyone will make good use of those beautiful pieces and hopefully Sam Reynolds can recover from his first testing session:
Klaus Liedler, Trickstuff CEO: "At Trickstuff we are very proud that our brakes are chosen by Polygon UR one of the best teams in the world as we believe our precision engineered products are meant to race at the highest level."
Located in Freiburg, Germany the company’s workforce is six people, all are passionate riders, three of them are engineers. The main products are the brakes, The DIRETTISSIMA is the world’s most powerful brake, the PICCOLA is the lightweight world record holder. Every brake is handmade in the company’s workshop, according to the customer’s wishes and needs choosing between nine anodizing colors and two hose types.
It's always useful to have brake adapters from one of your competing brands, especially if you are an up and comer and also if there are blank ones available and sharpies around!
Full details on the changes at Trek/Atherton Racing:
There’s a new dynamic at Trek Factory Racing DH as the team announce two new riders and a new Head Coach for the 2017 season.
Trek Factory Racing will add two exciting young riders to their 2017 World Cup squad. 16 year old Kade Edwards will graduate the Atherton Academy to join the team on the Junior World Cup circuit and 23 year old Graeme Mudd will ride in the Elites.
Team Director Dan Brown said “Racing with Kade is always exciting as any one who’s seen him ride will know! He first came to our attention during an Atherton Experience Day when he was just 13 years old and in his first year with the Academy (as a 2nd year juvenile) he swept the board with 5 out of 5 wins in the British Downhill Series. The next two years had their ups and downs all of which have been a vital part of his progression as a rider. We’re all excited to see Kade on the World Cup Circuit.”
Kade said “I was so surprised and totally stoked when Browny asked me to join the World Cup team. I can’t say enough what a massive learning curve the last three years with the Atherton Academy have been. Now its time to pay them back with some points for the team and I’ll be going all out to make that happen. If I can win the British National Championships and at least one Junior World Cup this year I’ll be over the moon”
Aussie rider Graeme Mudd bids farewell to life as a privateer and will base himself at Atherton HQ in North Wales for the 2017 season.
Gee Atherton said “We’re always alert to emerging potential and there were some flashes of brilliance in Muddy’s 2016 season, it was obvious that he is our kind of hard-wired racer. At Hardline we got chance to spend some time with him and the whole team became huge fans. We’re really looking forward to seeing how the increased support impacts on his 2017 results.”
Muddy said “2016 felt like a real turning point for me and I gained a lot of valuable experience but I know that with some more resources behind me I can be sitting at the pointy end of the results lists a lot more often. I am totally stoked to be riding with Trek Factory Racing DH, I’m beyond excited to join a team whose passion and desire for success is everything I’ve dreamed of. I’m about as good as a guy who has just landed his first gig in the World Cup team could be!"
But it’s not just the rider roster that’ll be transformed this season.
Announcing Nick Grantham’s appointment as the team’s new Head Coach Dan Brown said “We interviewed a number of very high-level candidates but Nick’s down to earth approach and his 20 years experience of working across 35 different sports coupled with his successes as a Nike Trainer really grabbed our attention. His coaching CV stretches from Olympic Gymnasts to professional golfers and his current work as Head of Strength and Conditioning with a Premiership Football Club. We’ve deliberately gone outside of the expected industry pool and already we’re enjoying the benefits of applying a completely new philosophy and methods."
Nick Grantham said “I share the ambitions of the team so like them I’m excited for 2017 but I’m under no illusion that we have work to do. We’ve already identified several areas where we believe we can chase improvements. We’ll build on the excellent work put in place by outgoing Strength and Conditioning Coach Alan Milway and Darren Roberts before him but we can’t sit back and do the same old, same old. I’ve been impressed at the rider’s openness to new ideas and the enthusiasm they’ve brought to training and testing and I believe they have the ability to kick on again to a new level of performance.”
The Atherton family will remain at the heart of Trek Factory Racing DH.
Rachel Atherton hopes to continue her run of 13 consecutive World Cups and 2 consecutive World Championships and Gee is focusing on an intense regime of shoulder rehab after a frustrating 2016 season for the double World Champion.
Dan Atherton remains the “guiding light” of Atherton Racing, mentoring the team, the Academy riders and sharing his vision and world-class bike handling skills with both siblings and new recruits. He will continue building epic tracks for the team’s film projects and events such as Red Bull Hardline.
Behind the scenes Team Director Dan Brown takes the reins for the 11th consecutive year with Joe Krejbich continuing as Head Technician for his 4th Season with the team. Pete Michaliszyn wrenches for Gee for his 7th year. Gill Harris heads up communications and “making shit happen” for the sixth year running.
Doug Jones and Laura Robson of Altius Healthcare will take charge of physio and rehab for the fourth year running.
Rachel Atherton said “We’re so lucky to have the consistency of this great team behind us, year after year we’re free to concentrate on riding our bikes.”
The team are delighted to head into 2017 with the same “brilliant” sponsors as 2016. Gee Atherton said “working with Trek bikes this year has been an absolute revelation, their level of expertise and responsiveness has blown us away.” Long term supporters Red Bull, Silverline tools, Fox, Shimano, Jeep UK, IXS Sports, Bell Bike Helmets, Muc-off, Stages Cycling, Hopetech, Bontrager, GoPro, Oakley, Polished Racing, Douchebags and DG Mills remain an integral part of the Trek Factory Racing DH set up.
The problem with this is that the women's DH pool is much smaller than men's and it'd be questionable if there would eb enough coverage and the like.
Also, i was saying that 6 or 7 races isn't as bad as some think it is.In effect we have 12 or 14 races counting men and women separately. And there are juniors as well, which are often completely separated in other sports as well.
I find it so funny that the Syndicate still runs reverbs even though there's a fox post out there and a ton of much less direct competitors to the Shimano and Fox pairing... Have they ever run anything other than a reverb?
pretty much already called by everyone, but redbull confirms rude to redbull and posted a interview on their site.
http://www.pinkbike.com/news/fox-transfer-dropper-seat-post-review-2016…
http://www.vitalmtb.com/photos/features/First-Look-2017-RockShox-Reverb…
Now that Shimano has a dropper post as well, who gives you the post if you are sponsored by both? Is it a separate point of sponsorship if you are sponsored in the 'we will give you everything' manner? If Shimano gives you ordinary (PRO) posts, can you run the FOX post?
:D
2 men and 2 woman for Trek?
In the introduction there was no mention of Rene?
Charlie Harrison on an M16 in Fontana. I think it was mentioned in an earlier post that he was off trek..does anyone know details? Did he sign with Intense?
http://www.vitalmx.com/photos/features/Vital-MX-Pit-Bits-Anaheim-2,39036/Intense-Cycles,97470/GuyB,64
Would make sense though,2 girls and 2 guys...
Sorry for the Pinkbike post, but there's some more detail into the Spesh/Ohlins bromance
Rising off-road talent will focus on Enduro World Series aboard the new Liv Hail Advanced
Following the launch of the Hail Advanced, the industry’s first women’s-specific 160mm travel trail bike, Liv has furthered its commitment to Enduro racing at the highest-level with the addition of up-and-coming New Zealander Rae Morrison as she prepares for the 2017 Enduro World Series. Signing a two-year contract, Morrison will lead the brand’s foray into a dedicated EWS race campaign.
New Zealand’s Rae Morrison has become a consistent top-ten finisher after merely two seasons of racing the Enduro World Series.
A relative newcomer to enduro competition, Rae’s varied racing background—from downhill to cross-county—has helped her develop the blend of technical skills and physical fitness demanded of the discipline. Her break-out year came in 2015 as she made her EWS debut—earning two top-five finishes at the final rounds of the season—while also becoming New Zealand’s top-ranked enduro racer.
First established in 2014, Liv is the first and only cycling brand completely dedicated to women. With an upbeat personality paired with the drive and confidence to take on the toughest race tracks, Rae not only values Liv’s mission but also embodies it. “I like that Liv is a brand dedicated to women of all levels—from those just starting out, to competitive racers—with women’s-specific bikes, gear and apparel that performs and looks amazing,” Rae said.
Rae draws from both her downhill and cross-country mountain bike racing experience to excel on the technically challenging and physically demanding race tracks found on the EWS.
Leveraging Liv’s affiliate brand Giant, Morrison will receive complete support from the well-established Giant Factory Off-Road Team and anticipates a newfound confidence when the 2017 Enduro World Series kicks-off in March in Rotorua, New Zealand. “Having the best support, the best equipment, the best bike will make a world of difference. It takes away a lot of the pressure and saves energy for me to just focus on the race,” said Morrison who is looking to further improve on the success of her first two seasons.
Rae will have a quiver of Liv bicycles to utilize during training and competition but will rely on the Hail Advanced come race day. “It ticks all of the boxes: stable, yet playful and very confidence inspiring. I love it,” said Morrison after getting acquainted with her new Hail. For her training, Rae will also utilize the new 120mm travel, Pique Advanced trail bike. Both models are designed using Liv’s 3F design philosophy and are handcrafted with a women’s-specific Advanced-grade composite lay-up while featuring the latest in Maestro suspension technology.
In addition to Liv bicycles and select rider gear, Morrison will rely on SRAM components, RockShox suspension, Schwalbe tires and 100% eyewear, racewear and full-face helmets.
Featuring aggressive geometry and the latest in Maestro suspension technology, the Hail Advanced will be Rae’s bike of choice for racing when the Enduro World Series begins in Rotorua, New Zealand.
For more details about Rae and her 2017 race program including Liv bikes and rider please visit https://www.liv-cycling.com/global/teams-and-riders/liv-athletes/133/ra…
Polygon UR is proud to announce a new partnership with Trickstuff
The team is always open on any products and also on any kind of companies independently of their size or background. With Trickstuff we are making a partnership because we are impressed about their handmade products. Even though Trickstuff is a very small company with a small production, their brakes along with Galfer rotors and pads have reached a level of performance the riders had never seen before.
At the end of the 2016 season after having seen they won some test for the most powerful brakes, we were curious about it and asked them to ship us a set. From there even Mick Hannah choose them to ride at world champs in Val Di Sole.
The braking power, the very little effort to do on the lever to break and the consistency are the key points that makes those brakes better.
We are setting this partnership to take an even further the level of performance and redefine some details. We are pretty sure things coming will set the bench mark.
We hope now everyone will make good use of those beautiful pieces and hopefully Sam Reynolds can recover from his first testing session:
Klaus Liedler, Trickstuff CEO: "At Trickstuff we are very proud that our brakes are chosen by Polygon UR one of the best teams in the world as we believe our precision engineered products are meant to race at the highest level."
Located in Freiburg, Germany the company’s workforce is six people, all are passionate riders, three of them are engineers. The main products are the brakes, The DIRETTISSIMA is the world’s most powerful brake, the PICCOLA is the lightweight world record holder. Every brake is handmade in the company’s workshop, according to the customer’s wishes and needs choosing between nine anodizing colors and two hose types.
Stay tuned for more news in the coming weeks!
Saw him riding around Queenstown on a Recluse last week aswell.
Formula brake? R0 racing
There’s a new dynamic at Trek Factory Racing DH as the team announce two new riders and a new Head Coach for the 2017 season.
Trek Factory Racing will add two exciting young riders to their 2017 World Cup squad. 16 year old Kade Edwards will graduate the Atherton Academy to join the team on the Junior World Cup circuit and 23 year old Graeme Mudd will ride in the Elites.
Team Director Dan Brown said “Racing with Kade is always exciting as any one who’s seen him ride will know! He first came to our attention during an Atherton Experience Day when he was just 13 years old and in his first year with the Academy (as a 2nd year juvenile) he swept the board with 5 out of 5 wins in the British Downhill Series. The next two years had their ups and downs all of which have been a vital part of his progression as a rider. We’re all excited to see Kade on the World Cup Circuit.”
Kade said “I was so surprised and totally stoked when Browny asked me to join the World Cup team. I can’t say enough what a massive learning curve the last three years with the Atherton Academy have been. Now its time to pay them back with some points for the team and I’ll be going all out to make that happen. If I can win the British National Championships and at least one Junior World Cup this year I’ll be over the moon”
Aussie rider Graeme Mudd bids farewell to life as a privateer and will base himself at Atherton HQ in North Wales for the 2017 season.
Gee Atherton said “We’re always alert to emerging potential and there were some flashes of brilliance in Muddy’s 2016 season, it was obvious that he is our kind of hard-wired racer. At Hardline we got chance to spend some time with him and the whole team became huge fans. We’re really looking forward to seeing how the increased support impacts on his 2017 results.”
Muddy said “2016 felt like a real turning point for me and I gained a lot of valuable experience but I know that with some more resources behind me I can be sitting at the pointy end of the results lists a lot more often. I am totally stoked to be riding with Trek Factory Racing DH, I’m beyond excited to join a team whose passion and desire for success is everything I’ve dreamed of. I’m about as good as a guy who has just landed his first gig in the World Cup team could be!"
But it’s not just the rider roster that’ll be transformed this season.
Announcing Nick Grantham’s appointment as the team’s new Head Coach Dan Brown said “We interviewed a number of very high-level candidates but Nick’s down to earth approach and his 20 years experience of working across 35 different sports coupled with his successes as a Nike Trainer really grabbed our attention. His coaching CV stretches from Olympic Gymnasts to professional golfers and his current work as Head of Strength and Conditioning with a Premiership Football Club. We’ve deliberately gone outside of the expected industry pool and already we’re enjoying the benefits of applying a completely new philosophy and methods."
Nick Grantham said “I share the ambitions of the team so like them I’m excited for 2017 but I’m under no illusion that we have work to do. We’ve already identified several areas where we believe we can chase improvements. We’ll build on the excellent work put in place by outgoing Strength and Conditioning Coach Alan Milway and Darren Roberts before him but we can’t sit back and do the same old, same old. I’ve been impressed at the rider’s openness to new ideas and the enthusiasm they’ve brought to training and testing and I believe they have the ability to kick on again to a new level of performance.”
The Atherton family will remain at the heart of Trek Factory Racing DH.
Rachel Atherton hopes to continue her run of 13 consecutive World Cups and 2 consecutive World Championships and Gee is focusing on an intense regime of shoulder rehab after a frustrating 2016 season for the double World Champion.
Dan Atherton remains the “guiding light” of Atherton Racing, mentoring the team, the Academy riders and sharing his vision and world-class bike handling skills with both siblings and new recruits. He will continue building epic tracks for the team’s film projects and events such as Red Bull Hardline.
Behind the scenes Team Director Dan Brown takes the reins for the 11th consecutive year with Joe Krejbich continuing as Head Technician for his 4th Season with the team. Pete Michaliszyn wrenches for Gee for his 7th year. Gill Harris heads up communications and “making shit happen” for the sixth year running.
Doug Jones and Laura Robson of Altius Healthcare will take charge of physio and rehab for the fourth year running.
Rachel Atherton said “We’re so lucky to have the consistency of this great team behind us, year after year we’re free to concentrate on riding our bikes.”
The team are delighted to head into 2017 with the same “brilliant” sponsors as 2016. Gee Atherton said “working with Trek bikes this year has been an absolute revelation, their level of expertise and responsiveness has blown us away.” Long term supporters Red Bull, Silverline tools, Fox, Shimano, Jeep UK, IXS Sports, Bell Bike Helmets, Muc-off, Stages Cycling, Hopetech, Bontrager, GoPro, Oakley, Polished Racing, Douchebags and DG Mills remain an integral part of the Trek Factory Racing DH set up.
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