Not sure how many 200G test mules Atherton has but Rach has been posting about riding on a normal A200. If she was thinking about coming...
Not sure how many 200G test mules Atherton has but Rach has been posting about riding on a normal A200. If she was thinking about coming back, and chasing the $100K I would think they would have a 200G under her.
The way they build bikes, they could literally have her a frame printed and bonded etc. in a couple of days.
if/when she does race again, she’s not gonna be on anything other than a belt driven gearbox bike.
Not sure how many 200G test mules Atherton has but Rach has been posting about riding on a normal A200. If she was thinking about coming...
Not sure how many 200G test mules Atherton has but Rach has been posting about riding on a normal A200. If she was thinking about coming back, and chasing the $100K I would think they would have a 200G under her.
The way they build bikes, they could literally have her a frame printed and bonded etc. in a couple of days.if/when she does race again, she’s...
The way they build bikes, they could literally have her a frame printed and bonded etc. in a couple of days.
if/when she does race again, she’s not gonna be on anything other than a belt driven gearbox bike.
If she didn't, that would be a hugely declarative statement about the viability of gearbox bikes. it'd be tantamount to flat out stating "i don't think i can be competitive on this bike, specifically because of the gearbox."
Most of the riders that ride for a MTB only company ride whatever road bikes they can get their hands on cheap and have for years...
Most of the riders that ride for a MTB only company ride whatever road bikes they can get their hands on cheap and have for years. It's not a conflict of interest for the company they ride for and they have done to openly. Not a new thing.
The change in Camera is from the massive push from insta360, lots of influences are being paid to talk bad about gopro currently.Theres several people on...
The change in Camera is from the massive push from insta360, lots of influences are being paid to talk bad about gopro currently.
Theres several people on the Pivot team that dont make sense like Ed masters... why is he still there? matt walker is pretty good on the enduro rig but lacks support.
jenna... well we know...
Is morgane there just to hold a female enduro spot?
PFR is interesting... seems like a "these are my friends, we race together"
Jenna won as many races as Jake Jewett last year....and she won the Women's Elite New Zealand Continental Series race this last weekend beating Sascha Earnest...
Jenna won as many races as Jake Jewett last year.
...and she won the Women's Elite New Zealand Continental Series race this last weekend beating Sascha Earnest who by many accounts is a podium threat for this upcoming women's World Cup season.
It's fun to pretend she's only around because her and BK are together, but I think a tough couple seasons for injuries made us forget that she's actually pretty fast and was a Junior World Champ.
Elise Empey - 340 Luke Wayman - 314 Henri Kiefer - 227 Remy Meier-Smith - 203
Also - Connor Fearon?
Rachel Atherton return to racing?
Fearon back on the tools in Aus as a tradey (electrician I think) at a guess I'm thinking still with Forbidden but just doing hardline/crankworks/whatever he wants. It's a sweet gig I reckon.
Been a sparky in Aus can make you Loic dollars for a 40hour week.
Hey, About a week ago Amaury posted a story with a blacked out bike, 3 days ago he posted a photo on road training with a Specialized...
Hey,
About a week ago Amaury posted a story with a blacked out bike, 3 days ago he posted a photo on road training with a Specialized Tarmal SL8 S-Works road bike. I know Commencal does not have a road bike, but for god's sake, choosing the one from the very very biggest rival is a strange move, he could have chosen a totally neutral road brand like Factor or Colnago instead. Maybe he is heading to big S?
Dude just probably got a hookup from a guy who works for the big S. Without looking at his contract, Amaury isn't leaving Commencal for another few years at least. If Commencal ever puts out a road bike, you'll see him on it.
Gwin really played all the wrong hands as it seems. I hope he leave whatever he's been up to and find a spot where he can finish on his own terms. He's one of the true greats and he deserves so much more.
Two hard pills to swallow.Gwin really played all the wrong hands as it seems. I hope he leave whatever he's been up to and find a...
Two hard pills to swallow.
Gwin really played all the wrong hands as it seems. I hope he leave whatever he's been up to and find a spot where he can finish on his own terms. He's one of the true greats and he deserves so much more.
Ratboy. It's over before it even started.
How so? He owns an amazing bike park, has a path to own a third of a bike company, is on a route to recovery (12th last year at MSA), and most definitely can race DH world cups if he wants to this year. Or are you trying telling me between the 5 season long team wildcards, 8 per race team wildcards, and 3 per race US cycling federation names, that there is no place for a 20 time DH World Cup winner that is still in form?
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Now that I have your attention, do we think the other teams would even bother with the belt drive if they knew Rach was possibly returning aboard that Atherton belt drive prototype this season? I know the elite women's field has changed a lot since she was last in the mix. That said, I honestly think Rachel could win pushing a '99 Uzzi this season if that was her ride.
Mona Mitterwallner who reportedly signed to a women's road raceteam has stated in an interview in an austrian bike mag that she will not only keep racing xc wc (that has been revealed already) but actually is going to race for a dedicated mtb team as well.
I find this really interesting as I can't remember that any biking athlete rode for 2 teams at the same time competitively. She also made bold claims regarding the tour the femes and Vuelta I think, so she really means business. I'm more of a Stigger fan myself but given Mona's young age and success on the WC stage already, that's quite a big deal.
She also mentioned the new brand having a trademark top tube and doesn't build road bikes. I thought Corratec at first but they have a roadbike lineup. So any educated guesses?
Two hard pills to swallow.Gwin really played all the wrong hands as it seems. I hope he leave whatever he's been up to and find a...
Two hard pills to swallow.
Gwin really played all the wrong hands as it seems. I hope he leave whatever he's been up to and find a spot where he can finish on his own terms. He's one of the true greats and he deserves so much more.
How so? He owns an amazing bike park, has a path to own a third of a bike company, is on a route to recovery (12th...
How so? He owns an amazing bike park, has a path to own a third of a bike company, is on a route to recovery (12th last year at MSA), and most definitely can race DH world cups if he wants to this year. Or are you trying telling me between the 5 season long team wildcards, 8 per race team wildcards, and 3 per race US cycling federation names, that there is no place for a 20 time DH World Cup winner that is still in form?
Gwin will absolutely get a race entry if he wants one. He has a safe domestic race scene, a good relationship with WB appearing behind the mic for them, and is the closest thing we have to the GOAT in an active racer now that Greg retired. Don't think he's sweating about assembling a team to get into races. Especially if he misses a few rounds like he has the last few seasons.
How so? He owns an amazing bike park, has a path to own a third of a bike company, is on a route to recovery (12th...
How so? He owns an amazing bike park, has a path to own a third of a bike company, is on a route to recovery (12th last year at MSA), and most definitely can race DH world cups if he wants to this year. Or are you trying telling me between the 5 season long team wildcards, 8 per race team wildcards, and 3 per race US cycling federation names, that there is no place for a 20 time DH World Cup winner that is still in form?
Despite all that I don't think he will land one of the 5 season long team wildcards.
The 8 per race team wildcards makes no sense at all, who'll sponsor that? As WBD (and UCI?) think the number of riders at the races must be reduced I'm surprised if more than half of those per race team wildcards will be actuated.
US cycling federation is different and I can see him there. But to me that's a matter of (lack of) opponents/competition, as well as broadcasting.
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This week on team rumors: IS AMAURY CHEATING ON MAX WITH THE BIG "S"? SHOULD PIVOT HR TALK TO BK? IS KATE COURTNEY'S NEW TRUCK RELIABLE?
Now that I have your attention, do we think the other teams would even bother with the belt drive if they knew Rach was possibly returning aboard that Atherton belt drive prototype this season? I know the elite women's field has changed a lot since she was last in the mix. That said, I honestly think Rachel could win pushing a '99 Uzzi this season if that was her ride.
Hopefully they bother because belt drives are cool and good
Hey, About a week ago Amaury posted a story with a blacked out bike, 3 days ago he posted a photo on road training with a Specialized...
Hey,
About a week ago Amaury posted a story with a blacked out bike, 3 days ago he posted a photo on road training with a Specialized Tarmal SL8 S-Works road bike. I know Commencal does not have a road bike, but for god's sake, choosing the one from the very very biggest rival is a strange move, he could have chosen a totally neutral road brand like Factor or Colnago instead. Maybe he is heading to big S?
If you say it's strange moves, must be strange moves. To some it's a rider and a bike. Unless you penned his contract or are his...
If you say it's strange moves, must be strange moves. To some it's a rider and a bike. Unless you penned his contract or are his sports agent, get over it and strangely move on.
Weird move to get mad about a rumor in a rumors thread but okay.
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This week on team rumors: IS AMAURY CHEATING ON MAX WITH THE BIG "S"? SHOULD PIVOT HR TALK TO BK? IS KATE COURTNEY'S NEW TRUCK RELIABLE?
Now that I have your attention, do we think the other teams would even bother with the belt drive if they knew Rach was possibly returning aboard that Atherton belt drive prototype this season? I know the elite women's field has changed a lot since she was last in the mix. That said, I honestly think Rachel could win pushing a '99 Uzzi this season if that was her ride.
Which makes me hope Gate ups the ante after someone takes the win and allocates &500k to a $1mil to someone who wins an overall on a gearbox. For men and women.
I do have an actual team rumor for a change:Mona Mitterwallner who reportedly signed to a women's road raceteam has stated in an interview in an...
I do have an actual team rumor for a change:
Mona Mitterwallner who reportedly signed to a women's road raceteam has stated in an interview in an austrian bike mag that she will not only keep racing xc wc (that has been revealed already) but actually is going to race for a dedicated mtb team as well.
I find this really interesting as I can't remember that any biking athlete rode for 2 teams at the same time competitively. She also made bold claims regarding the tour the femes and Vuelta I think, so she really means business. I'm more of a Stigger fan myself but given Mona's young age and success on the WC stage already, that's quite a big deal.
She also mentioned the new brand having a trademark top tube and doesn't build road bikes. I thought Corratec at first but they have a roadbike lineup. So any educated guesses?
An athlete using a bike during an offseason training ride shall not be strong indicator of sponsorship changes. If the bike is not from the category of the athlete's chosen discipline or if the athlete is travelling, it will not constitute a rumour.
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I'm guessing he's still in the California. He attended San Diego Supercross, and I assume the 100% event for their new building. Guessing it's not his personal...
I'm guessing he's still in the California. He attended San Diego Supercross, and I assume the 100% event for their new building.
I do have an actual team rumor for a change:Mona Mitterwallner who reportedly signed to a women's road raceteam has stated in an interview in an...
I do have an actual team rumor for a change:
Mona Mitterwallner who reportedly signed to a women's road raceteam has stated in an interview in an austrian bike mag that she will not only keep racing xc wc (that has been revealed already) but actually is going to race for a dedicated mtb team as well.
I find this really interesting as I can't remember that any biking athlete rode for 2 teams at the same time competitively. She also made bold claims regarding the tour the femes and Vuelta I think, so she really means business. I'm more of a Stigger fan myself but given Mona's young age and success on the WC stage already, that's quite a big deal.
She also mentioned the new brand having a trademark top tube and doesn't build road bikes. I thought Corratec at first but they have a roadbike lineup. So any educated guesses?
"I find this really interesting as I can't remember that any biking athlete rode for 2 teams at the same time competitively."
It's not super common any more, but two that come immediately to mind are John Tomac (#bitd) and Thibault Nys right now.
I think we can expect to see big things from Mitterwallner in the future!
Team rumours rule 16.2E:An athlete using a bike during an offseason training ride shall not be strong indicator of sponsorship changes. If the bike is not...
Team rumours rule 16.2E:
An athlete using a bike during an offseason training ride shall not be strong indicator of sponsorship changes. If the bike is not from the category of the athlete's chosen discipline or if the athlete is travelling, it will not constitute a rumour.
Team rumours rule 24.6B:
The liking and following between brands on social media does not constitute a rumour.
Team rumours rule 16.2E:An athlete using a bike during an offseason training ride shall not be strong indicator of sponsorship changes. If the bike is not...
Team rumours rule 16.2E:
An athlete using a bike during an offseason training ride shall not be strong indicator of sponsorship changes. If the bike is not from the category of the athlete's chosen discipline or if the athlete is travelling, it will not constitute a rumour.
Team rumours rule 24.6B:
The liking and following between brands on social media does not constitute a rumour.
The way they build bikes, they could literally have her a frame printed and bonded etc. in a couple of days.
if/when she does race again, she’s not gonna be on anything other than a belt driven gearbox bike.
If she didn't, that would be a hugely declarative statement about the viability of gearbox bikes. it'd be tantamount to flat out stating "i don't think i can be competitive on this bike, specifically because of the gearbox."
Confirmed now
While true, this answer isn't very fun.
Plus a Rainbow jersey, won in Les Gets!
Fearon back on the tools in Aus as a tradey (electrician I think) at a guess I'm thinking still with Forbidden but just doing hardline/crankworks/whatever he wants. It's a sweet gig I reckon.
Been a sparky in Aus can make you Loic dollars for a 40hour week.
Dude just probably got a hookup from a guy who works for the big S. Without looking at his contract, Amaury isn't leaving Commencal for another few years at least. If Commencal ever puts out a road bike, you'll see him on it.
Two hard pills to swallow.
Gwin really played all the wrong hands as it seems. I hope he leave whatever he's been up to and find a spot where he can finish on his own terms. He's one of the true greats and he deserves so much more.
Ratboy. It's over before it even started.
Teagan Heap
Very skilled US junior female who is off Pivot and may not have a ride.
How so? He owns an amazing bike park, has a path to own a third of a bike company, is on a route to recovery (12th last year at MSA), and most definitely can race DH world cups if he wants to this year. Or are you trying telling me between the 5 season long team wildcards, 8 per race team wildcards, and 3 per race US cycling federation names, that there is no place for a 20 time DH World Cup winner that is still in form?
This week on team rumors: IS AMAURY CHEATING ON MAX WITH THE BIG "S"? SHOULD PIVOT HR TALK TO BK? IS KATE COURTNEY'S NEW TRUCK RELIABLE?
Now that I have your attention, do we think the other teams would even bother with the belt drive if they knew Rach was possibly returning aboard that Atherton belt drive prototype this season? I know the elite women's field has changed a lot since she was last in the mix. That said, I honestly think Rachel could win pushing a '99 Uzzi this season if that was her ride.
I do have an actual team rumor for a change:
Mona Mitterwallner who reportedly signed to a women's road raceteam has stated in an interview in an austrian bike mag that she will not only keep racing xc wc (that has been revealed already) but actually is going to race for a dedicated mtb team as well.
I find this really interesting as I can't remember that any biking athlete rode for 2 teams at the same time competitively. She also made bold claims regarding the tour the femes and Vuelta I think, so she really means business. I'm more of a Stigger fan myself but given Mona's young age and success on the WC stage already, that's quite a big deal.
She also mentioned the new brand having a trademark top tube and doesn't build road bikes. I thought Corratec at first but they have a roadbike lineup. So any educated guesses?
Gwin will absolutely get a race entry if he wants one. He has a safe domestic race scene, a good relationship with WB appearing behind the mic for them, and is the closest thing we have to the GOAT in an active racer now that Greg retired. Don't think he's sweating about assembling a team to get into races. Especially if he misses a few rounds like he has the last few seasons.
Despite all that I don't think he will land one of the 5 season long team wildcards.
The 8 per race team wildcards makes no sense at all, who'll sponsor that? As WBD (and UCI?) think the number of riders at the races must be reduced I'm surprised if more than half of those per race team wildcards will be actuated.
US cycling federation is different and I can see him there. But to me that's a matter of (lack of) opponents/competition, as well as broadcasting.
Hopefully they bother because belt drives are cool and good
Weird move to get mad about a rumor in a rumors thread but okay.
Polygon, or Ari?
Which makes me hope Gate ups the ante after someone takes the win and allocates &500k to a $1mil to someone who wins an overall on a gearbox. For men and women.
Mondraker?
Bruni on bronze Mavens and no Renthal cockpit. Just a borrowed bike or component switch? Can’t see fork or shock brand to see if Öhlins
That’s just a stock bike
Wearing a Deity T-shirt
Deity t-shirt and cockpit ??
Team rumours rule 16.2E:
An athlete using a bike during an offseason training ride shall not be strong indicator of sponsorship changes. If the bike is not from the category of the athlete's chosen discipline or if the athlete is travelling, it will not constitute a rumour.
Team rumours rule 24.6B:
The liking and following between brands on social media does not constitute a rumour.
Somebody wants to talk to you.
I'm guessing he's still in the California. He attended San Diego Supercross, and I assume the 100% event for their new building.
Guessing it's not his personal bike. 🤷♂️
that pic is in Laguna.
"I find this really interesting as I can't remember that any biking athlete rode for 2 teams at the same time competitively."
It's not super common any more, but two that come immediately to mind are John Tomac (#bitd) and Thibault Nys right now.
I think we can expect to see big things from Mitterwallner in the future!
So it is written in the book of Spomer
Littermag?
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