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Although I actually really like that Troy Lee Lid ... damnit, does this mean I have to ride Enduro with half shell and goggles now???
Radon Magura Factory Team
The Radon Magura Factory Team is proud to announce their new racing program for 2016. After a successful first full season in World Cup Downhill racing, the Radon Magura Factory Team will add Enduro racing to their factory program.
“We are a young team, going into our second year of world-level gravity racing. Coming out of the 2015 season with great momentum, Radon and Magura are ready to take it to the next step. We are excited to work with our talented riders, and hungry to write a new chapter in mountain bike history.” – Joost Wichman, Sport Marketing Manager for Radon Bikes
The Radon Magura Factory Team athletes will be fighting for top 10 finishes during the UCI Downhill World Cups and the Enduro World Series, riding respectively the Radon DH Swoop 200 and Superenduro Swoop 170 / Enduro Slide 160 bikes.
Your 2016 team:
Johannes Fischbach (GER) - Germany’s fastest DH rider, In 2013 Johannes finished 9th at the UCI DH Champions and is the current IXS EDC overall winner.
"I´m really pumped to start a new chapter in my career with the Radon Magura Factory Team. Everybody is super motivated and the team is very professional! That’s exactly what I need. I´m really stoked about the team line-up. Bring on the races :-)“
Nick Beer (CH) – Red Bull rider who has proven to be no stranger to top 20 DH World Cup finishes.
"It's a pleasure to keep working with the Radon Magura Factory Team. The professional team set-up gives me no excuses to not reach my goals. With the new team members we definitely have a competitive world cup team and we’ll have a great time without a doubt!"
Faustin Figaret (FRA) – The French connection. Regular podium finishes at the Coupe de France, and a 9th place finish during the 2015 World Cup in Lourdes shows this kid has got the speed.
"I'm so stoked to ride with the Radon Magura Factory Team for the future. It's an amazing opportunity to be part of an international team with such a good crew and perfect bikes. I'm looking forward to have some good times during the season."
Benny Strasser (GER) – Magura’s own engineer, he literally brings world cup experience to the drawing table. In 2015 Benny earned top 30 World Cup finishes and several national DH race wins.
“With the Radon Magura Factory Team, I had my best international season so far. Of course, I am more than happy to continue with such a cool team. Imagining riding for two of the best brands, from my home country, makes it very special for me. Working together with Radon and Magura is a privilege and I am really looking forward being together with my mates again. Pretty excited to battle it out with our newbies Fischi and Faustin.”
Carina Cappellari (CH) – After 4 top-10 finishes in 2015, this girl is ready for her first World Cup DH podiums in 2016.
“After a good last season I am very excited to be part of the Radon Magura Factory Team again in 2016. I feel very comfortable on the bike and the support from all the staff was perfect. I can't wait to jump on the new bike, hang out with the team and travel to the races.”
Raphaella Richter (GER) – Overall winner of the Sram Specialized Enduro Series in the elite category and winner of the EWS race in Scotland (U21) at the age of 17.
“I'm motivated like never before. One of my goals this year is winning the German national elite title in Enduro. Concerning EWS racing, I want to gain experience and compare myself with the top girls in the elite class. Taking the EWS overall title in U21 would of course be very welcome.”
James Shirley (SCO) – The current number 4 at the first European Enduro Championships.
“I can't believe this is already my third year riding for Radon Bikes. Each year gets bigger and better and for 2016 I am really excited. The Radon Magura Factory Team consists of a great bunch of riders and I feel I have a healthy relationship with our manager and the brands we represent. For enduro racing we have two new frames available - a super lightweight Carbon Slide 140 and an aggressive aluminium Swoop 170. Some of my feedback has gone into the development of the Swoop 170 so I can't wait to get on it at the races.”
Radon Magura Factory Racing is a professional, gravity mountainbike team that competes globally at the highest level. The talented riders, fun personalities and passion for the sport create a unique atmosphere. We hope to spread this passion to our fans and the world of cycling.
“I am looking forward to a race season full of action and success. We have very talented riders supported by some of the best brands in MTB business! With the years of experience of Gery and I, we hope to bring out the best in our riders.” – Lars Peyer (GETCO), Team manager
The Radon Magura Factory Team is supported by:
Radon Bikes, Magura Brakes, Manitou Suspension, Ergon Bike, DT Swiss Wheels, Schwalbe Tires, IXS Sports, SRAM Drivechain, Answer Components, Winterberg Holiday resort, Acros, Gamüt, Crankbrothers, BBB Cycling, Lenzerheide & Crankbrothers Pedals
https://www.instagram.com/p/BBDqnJeklFa/?taken-by=fabienbarel
http://www.pinkbike.com/video/435274/
Honda did a similar thing with the fireblade a few years ago when they started working with Ohlins, the swingarm was too stiff so they had to make a more flexible swingarm to damp some of the high frequency vibration i believe.
Im assuming the beefed up shock link is to reduce the increased torsion forces coming from the rear end.
*beefed up linkage can be seen on brand benedicts insta
Real tough crowd here. It's really interesting to see what most peoples perception of how the industry works is, and how far it actually is from the truth...
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TRANSITION BIKES and FMD Racing Development Join Forces to Create 'Transition Factory Racing'
The entire Transition Bikes crew is elated to be back on the World Stage with FMD Racing .
"Having spent a good few days testing and having fun with Transition, it has been so refreshing to see how passionate and involved they are with our sport. I strongly believe that FMD and Transition are an amazing match and together can make big steps in the right direction. They are eager to help us develop as a team and do anything they can to help, which is such a positive feeling going into the season. Let the journey begin!"
- Tahnée Seagrave / Transition Factory Racing
"2011 was the last year a Transition Factory supported team competed in the World Cup circuit. And I am absolutely psyched to have these guys representing us and how our partnership has come together. From the first instant I spoke with Tony, it was apparent to me how parallel our motives and expectations were. Having just returned from a week in Wales working with the full team, I'm amazed and inspired by their passion for racing and all things related. It already feels like they're an extension of the Transition family.
Being able to work so closely with their mechanics on their race bikes and assure they have absolutely everything they need for success was invaluable. Working directly with the mechanics and athletes is as streamlined as it gets. There are so many nuances involved with equipment and race-craft at this level, and being able to tap into my racing and inner bike geek eliminates all communication barriers as we're speaking the same language. I have no doubt it is going to be an exciting year and I can't wait to see what they're going to do on the TR500!"- Lars Sternberg / Transition Bikes
"For the first time in FMD Racing's history, we have been able to work closely with our main sponsor - Myself, the mechanics & riders have just had Lars spend a week at 'FMD Towers'. He was able to visit MoJo whilst the mechanics and riders were setting up their TR500's with their new Fox suspension and was also on hand to advise and assist at testing the following day... Lars' input has been, and will continue to be, invaluable. We also found out he sucks at karting!
We are so stoked to be part of the Transition family - the whole FMD team wanted to partner with a company that believes in what we are doing and where we are going. After speaking to several companies, there was one company who's enthusiasm stood out, a mutual respect followed and a new 'bromance' was formed. This partnership allows us to continue our development of young riders so we can ensure there is a proper structure that gives the correct support and opportunities.
Tahnée tested several bikes at the end of 2015 and the Transition TR500 - straight out the box - was the only one that instantly had her grinning. I will not say "the bike is faster, the company is awesome" like everyone else but what I will say is that the riders love the bike and the company is full of people that truly love to ride bikes - all bikes. This love gives them the ability to build the bikes everyone wants to ride.
The 'stoke' factor is mutual and long may it continue!." - Tony Seagrave / Transition Factory Racing
Continuing FMD's development heritage the team consists of two programs; World Cup and Development. Tahnée Seagrave and Neil Stewart make up the Transition Factory World Cup Racing roster. While Kaos Seagrave, Joe Parfitt and Jamie Edmonson comprise the Transition / FMD Development Racing roster.
2016 Transition Factory Racing & Transition / FMD Schedule
02-03 April - BDS Round 1: Ae Forest, Scotland
9-10 April - WC Round 1: Lourdes, France
20-24 April - WC Round 2: Cairns, Australia
14-15 May - BDS Round 2: Fort William, Scotland
28-29 May - BDS Round 3: Rhyd-Y-Felin, Wales
4-5 June - WC Round 3: Fort William, Scotland
11-12 June - WC Round 4: Leogang, Austria
15-19 June - CrankWorx Europe: Les Gets, France
25-26 June - BDS Round 4: Moelfre, Wales
9-10 July - WC Round 5: Lenzerheide, Switzerland
6-7 August - WC Round 6: Mont Sainte Anne, Canada
27-28 August - BDS Round 5: Revolution Bike Park, Wales
3-4 September - WC Round 7: Vallnord, Andorra
17-18 September - BDS Round 6: Llangollen, Wales
Transition Factory Racing supported by:
Fox Head Europe
Shimano Pro/Saint/Zee
DT Swiss
Ergon
Schwalbe Tires
Crank Brothers
Fox Suspension
More to be confirmed...
For full information, visit: www.transitionbikes.com / www.fmdracing.com
Or did the boys in forchheim get gazumped at the last minute by the money from Almere?
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