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Robin_Schaub 11/20/2016 1:08pm
11/20/2016 1:08pm Edited Date/Time 11/20/2016 1:09pm
Btw; Brendog stays with Velosolutions/Scott
Not sure if Gstaad is still in the boat...
endlesstrailz 11/20/2016 2:47pm
11/20/2016 2:47pm Edited Date/Time 11/20/2016 2:47pm
jojotherider wrote:
Wait, no more DGR? Source?
No more DGR for 2017. Just the Enduro team.

That puts Wallace and Vestavik up for grabs
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depeche4 11/20/2016 3:59pm
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jojotherider wrote:
Wait, no more DGR? Source?
endlesstrailz wrote:
No more DGR for 2017. Just the Enduro team.

That puts Wallace and Vestavik up for grabs
Wow, that is a pretty big deal considering they launched the carbon version of the Wilson.

Will they be just the frame sponsor for anyone? Or are they going to be like Rocky and make a bike

that no one rides on the WC.
Allen_Gleckner 11/22/2016 11:07am
11/22/2016 11:07am
Wallace to Norco seems like a pretty obvious fit.

Ibis DH bike?? I'll believe it when I see it. Doesn't seem to fit with their brand. If they wanted to invest more in racing I'd think it would be in a more competitive factory enduro team.
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Big Bird 11/23/2016 6:26pm
11/23/2016 6:26pm
Kurt Vories signs with Zerode to come back to World Cup DH!!! #Fun Lies...
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ozzer 11/23/2016 11:14pm
11/23/2016 11:14pm
Unable to get out of his contract, GT parent company sent Bulldog packing to race on new Mongoose DH bike.
From a reliable internet source.
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frampo 11/24/2016 8:32am
11/24/2016 8:32am
depeche4 wrote:
Wow, that is a pretty big deal considering they launched the carbon version of the Wilson. Will they be just the frame sponsor for anyone? Or...
Wow, that is a pretty big deal considering they launched the carbon version of the Wilson.

Will they be just the frame sponsor for anyone? Or are they going to be like Rocky and make a bike

that no one rides on the WC.
Rocky Mountain Maiden is on the world cup scene, Vaea Verbeeck is riding for them.
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trex84 11/24/2016 9:44pm
11/24/2016 9:44pm
Brook selling up on the local Nz Mtb sales groups.......just adding fuel to the fire


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oliosky 11/24/2016 9:54pm
11/24/2016 9:54pm
trex84 wrote:
Brook selling up on the local Nz Mtb sales groups.......just adding fuel to the fire [img]https://p.vitalmtb.com/photos/forums/2016/11/24/4463/s1200_IMG_2938.jpg[/img]
Brook selling up on the local Nz Mtb sales groups.......just adding fuel to the fire


Jeez he'd be lucky to give that POS away. Maybe a ritual burning for your bday Bulldog?

dirtbeard 11/24/2016 10:06pm
11/24/2016 10:06pm
Let me get this straight Atherton's design frame win heaps of shit but nobody can ride it.Wyn's struggling week to week to lift the nose for the cameras brooks selling upoff to be a pro fisherman

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JoeyHooo 11/24/2016 11:40pm
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Brendan riding some Specialized 2FO. Maybe a changing as his best freind Neethling riding for them.
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Pedalen 11/25/2016 11:40am
11/25/2016 11:40am
well, that's sad..
endlesstrailz 11/26/2016 5:33pm
11/26/2016 5:33pm
Yoann Barelli off Giant Factory. On Commencal next year... but that's not surprising is'nt it? Wink
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peecee 11/27/2016 5:04pm
11/27/2016 5:04pm
toddsour wrote:
And Bull Dogg is tagging GT again...

[url=https://www.instagram.com/p/BNU04ITBHka/]
Maybe its having a sly dog at them if the rumours are true, firs pic in a hole to tag GT in and its him falling off the bike haha not sure they want that kinda publicity
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gbcoke 11/28/2016 12:41am
11/28/2016 12:41am
care to explain ?

thanks !
slim_pit13 11/28/2016 12:52pm
11/28/2016 12:52pm
MS Mondraker with Shimano/Fox
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MTB_ME_911 11/28/2016 4:42pm
11/28/2016 4:42pm
Danny has been very active with Mondraker on social media.. hard to believe the rumors of him leaving.
FredLikesTrikes 11/28/2016 6:03pm
11/28/2016 6:03pm
Devinci just sent us this press release regarding Devinci Global Racing in 2017. Bummed to get the news and wishing them the best in their future endeavors. #longlivechainsaw

Press Release
For immediate release

Devinci Global Racing Puts DH Program on Hold

Chicoutimi, November 28th 2016 – The year 2016 has been an emotional one at Cycles Devinci. The season started with great promise, as Stevie Smith was once again in World Cup winning form after several seasons marred by injuries. Things were bright on the Enduro scene as well; Damien Oton secured the second place in the EWS overall standings. There was also Magnus Manson’s unforgettable podium finish at the World Championships in Val Di Sole Italy.

Unfortunately, tragedy struck in early May, Stevie Smith was lost in a motorcycle accident in his hometown of Nanaimo, BC. This sad news was hard on everyone at Devinci and it also had a major impact on riders and fans all over the world. Steve’s contribution and commitment to the Devinci brand, but most importantly to the sport, will always be remembered.

Unable to put together a team that met our expectations, we took the decision to step away from UCI Downhill racing for 2017. It was an incredibly difficult decision to make, but we hope to return to World Cup racing in the very near future.

Our involvement in racing and the Devinci Global Racing Team has always been one of our top priorities. Although we are taking a short break from DH racing, our Enduro program will be going strong with Damien and Theo on the EWS circuit. We will also continue to support many great athletes and programs around the World in all cycling disciplines in their quest for the podium.
Osian_Griffith 11/28/2016 10:20pm
11/28/2016 10:20pm
That's really sad to hear... let's hope for a strong return when the do get the team they want.

There is a Loic Bruni interview imminent on Vital mtb. I wonder if there will be any speculations laid to rest?
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peecee 11/28/2016 11:13pm
11/28/2016 11:13pm
So sad not to see Devinci on the DH circuit next year, I was hoping they would keep pickup a podium riding to push the brand, sales and Steve's legacy alive.

I hope there are a few privateers still shredding the Wilson next season.
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TRex 11/29/2016 5:47am
11/29/2016 5:47am
That sucks. They are focusing on Enduro more than DH, not that that's a bad thing, but they are just canning the DH team completely. Sure, trail bikes sell more than DH bikes, but it helps a brand to have a good image. Look at Santa Cruz. They pulled more support from the 'Nomads' and kept it on with DH, and they are having huge success, I would guess because their brand is viewed as 'cool'. More than one way to skin a cat I guess marketing wise, but hope Devinci is the exception rather than the rule for dh teams this year.
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TRex 11/29/2016 6:05am
11/29/2016 6:05am
trex84 wrote:
Brook selling up on the local Nz Mtb sales groups.......just adding fuel to the fire [img]https://p.vitalmtb.com/photos/forums/2016/11/24/4463/s1200_IMG_2938.jpg[/img]
Brook selling up on the local Nz Mtb sales groups.......just adding fuel to the fire


Of all the bikes of all the riders, Brook's bike would be the last I would want. I would never want that GT, but that's not the point. Brook smashes stuff so hard, "barely used" to me sounds like "possibly not broken"
responsiblepirate 11/29/2016 6:23am
11/29/2016 6:23am
TRex wrote:
Of all the bikes of all the riders, Brook's bike would be the last I would want. I would never want that GT, but that's not...
Of all the bikes of all the riders, Brook's bike would be the last I would want. I would never want that GT, but that's not the point. Brook smashes stuff so hard, "barely used" to me sounds like "possibly not broken"
haha, i think this everytime i see a pro bike for sale. I did a weekend thing with the athertons once and Dan was showing how to do a road gap on his 150mm travel AM bike, he was purposefully casing the 10/15 foot gap to make the corner.

I wouldn't take a single bike off these people if it had even one run on it, they are bike wreckers.

and with regards to bulldog, i heard he cracked the undead frames for fun when he rode for MS evil.
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sspomer 11/29/2016 6:59am
11/29/2016 6:59am
TRex wrote:
That sucks. They are focusing on Enduro more than DH, not that that's a bad thing, but they are just canning the DH team completely. Sure...
That sucks. They are focusing on Enduro more than DH, not that that's a bad thing, but they are just canning the DH team completely. Sure, trail bikes sell more than DH bikes, but it helps a brand to have a good image. Look at Santa Cruz. They pulled more support from the 'Nomads' and kept it on with DH, and they are having huge success, I would guess because their brand is viewed as 'cool'. More than one way to skin a cat I guess marketing wise, but hope Devinci is the exception rather than the rule for dh teams this year.
in the PR they said they're taking a break from world cup DH in 2017, not completely abandoning it forever. considering the year they've had w/ the loss of stevie, it doesn't seem unreasonable. it's a bummer either way, though
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TRex 11/29/2016 7:27am
11/29/2016 7:27am
Don't bother me with facts and logic.
endlesstrailz 11/29/2016 7:33am
11/29/2016 7:33am
endlesstrailz wrote:
Blenki is staying on Norco for 2017, they are still looking for another rider to add to their roster but it's yet to be confirmed. Personally...
Blenki is staying on Norco for 2017, they are still looking for another rider to add to their roster but it's yet to be confirmed.

Personally I'm happy just to watch @brynatkinson slap some cutties.

There will also be no Devinci Global Racing for 2017 which puts Mark Wallace up for grabs.
You heard it here first folks Wink
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sspomer 11/29/2016 7:59am
11/29/2016 7:59am
TRex wrote:
Don't bother me with facts and logic.
let's surf.

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