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I also think this would be a logic thing to do, since, over the last couple of seasons, many other brands are coming in the market with good components and showing that by sponsoring WC teams (Ohlins, DVO, Formula, TRP, Onza, Kenda, Magura...etc). And I know they always sponsored with Adam Brayton and, before, also with Craig Evans in their WC DH exploits, but it never really had the impact of a real big team, like it would have had if they kept sponsoring the Athertons.
Also, I understand that, besides the Rachel skipping an event thing, there was bad blood boiling already? Regarding Hope going bigger, does anyone still remember how small of a company Hope actually is? I believe it'sgreat that they are doing the kind of support they already do!
(At least that is how I read it)
Norco and Canyon run more SRAM and RockShox stuff.
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Is this the new Intense Ebike in the background. Caught this on AG’s IG the other day. Not so good with knowing who people are... thoughts
(Although Intense is looking like the next bike for Gwin haha
Also, Brayton won't be on Nukeproof Trail bikes...
I guess it would be a bit redundant for Nukeproof to push a trail bike upon Brayton (if the news regarding their connection is true and it probably is), when they have the reigning EWS champ rocking one. Plus Brayton can stay close to Hope and ride one of the most exclusive trail bikes out there. Everybody wins, hurray! :D
Last year we’re not going to lie, despite the success of the team we did miss a full-time presence in the Downhill World Cup. So, we’re stoked to announce that Nukeproof will support Adam Brayton as a frame sponsor for his and Hope Factory Racing’s assault on the UCI Downhill World Cup for 2019.
Adam is an awesome addition to the Nukeproof team as the reigning British Downhill Champion with proven history of results, numerous top 10 World Cup results (including a podium in Fort William, 2016) and represented Great Britain at the past two Downhill World Championships. His awesome attitude and ride style is a perfect fit for Nukeproof and we look forward to working with him.
For 2019 we will be working closely with Adam to continue the development of a new downhill platform, in anticipation of a 2019 release. Adam has been very positive on the current mule prototype he is using. Straight out the box the new concept has proved competitive already winning in the hands of Sam Hill at the Garbanzo Downhill at Crankworx.
Adam will continue with the Hope Factory Racing team and represent a full range of Hope components with support from Ohlin’s suspension and Maxxis tyres.
From Adam:
“GastoFlat is NukeProof! I’ve already spent a lot of time on the prototype Nukeproof and I’m excited! It’s nice that me and Meg won’t have to hide testing frames anymore. The “dad bod” has gone and we’ll be coming out swinging come 2019.”
We also super proud to introducing Meg Whyte to the team. Meg, a winner in UK Enduro and Downhill will be competing again in both disciplines, as well as heading to select European races (once they have converted their new van!). Hailing from her home in North Wales, she is a great ambassador for Nukeproof and we’re excited to work with her in 2019.
She’s already customising, you wouldn’t miss her on the trails on her fresh decaled Blueberry and Pink Nukeproof Mega 275c.
From Meg:
“Looking forward to lots of adventures with Ad and the team aboard my Mega! Like a shark to water!.. I've never felt so comfortable on a bike so quickly. Huge thanks to Nukeproof for giving me the opportunity. Bring on 2019!”
New bike already there!
Also the guy behind Crema cycles is heavily involved with ENVE (distributing?) And he seems to be at the Commencal training camp. Commie on ENVE next year seems likely after the Chris King link with the Commencal team for next year already mentioned.
was working with a wc team on two occasions in 2016 & 2017 and they definitly have a good laugh with it
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