2025 Team Rumors

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Eisma
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1/9/2025 9:21am
sspomer wrote:
mille on intense factory racingIntense Factory Racing would like to announce the first addition to their 2025 downhill team; the incredibly talented Mille Johnset.Mille, whose results...

mille on intense factory racing

Intense Factory Racing would like to announce the first addition to their 2025 downhill team; the incredibly talented Mille Johnset.

Mille, whose results and reputation speak for themselves, will be racing aboard the Intense M1 platform. Her arrival marks an exciting step forward for both her career and the team’s ambitious plans for the upcoming season.

"As a true racer, Mille is the perfect fit for Intense Factory Racing - happy, goal-driven, and fully committed to achieving her potential. “I’m already enjoying working with her and look forward to having her positive energy around the pits”  said Performance Director Olly Morris.

Mille, at just 23 years old, already boasts an impressive résumé. With two podium finishes in 2024, she’s known for her aggressive riding style, sharp racecraft, and ability to perform when it matters most. Her addition to the team represents a shared vision of excellence and progression.

Mille is clearly looking forward to the season.

‘’I’m excited to partner with Intense Factory Racing as we embark on this new chapter together. I feel super grateful to work alongside such a thoughtful and forward-thinking team. I’m looking forward to what we can achieve together. I can’t wait to start the season with the entire team in my corner. The bike has been feeling so good, and I’m super excited for the upcoming season surrounded with some awesome people and amazing set up bike!’

Mille will make her debut on the Intense M1 DH bike at Crankworx races in New Zealand before heading back to Europe to kick off the DH MTB World Cup in Poland.

Intense Cycles is equally excited about Mille’s arrival with Founder, Jeff Steber adding, 

‘’Such an exciting year ahead for IFR and to top it all off, we welcome Mille Johnset to the team. Mille’s talent speaks for itself, and we are confident she will be a key asset for the programme this year. We are committed to supporting her development and achieving great results together. Mille will be equipped with the latest M1 downhill bike and cutting edge gear, ensuring she has every advantage on the world's most challenging courses.''

Intense Factory Racing is a team rich in history, known for its vibrant, passionate, and innovative spirit. Under the ownership of Joe Breeden and his team since early 2024, the program has returned to its roots—empowering riders to craft their way through the sport and providing the support they need to become champions.

Born in Norway, Mille grew up honing her skills on the slopes as an experienced skier and isn’t afraid of an ice bath! Despite a demanding race schedule, she values her strong family connections and enjoys returning to Norway whenever possible. With her incredible talent and down-to-earth personality, Mille is set to make a significant impact on the Intense Factory Racing team in 2025.

First addition? I wonder who/if anyone else is going to be on IFR for 2025.

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1/9/2025 9:25am
sspomer wrote:
mille on intense factory racingIntense Factory Racing would like to announce the first addition to their 2025 downhill team; the incredibly talented Mille Johnset.Mille, whose results...

mille on intense factory racing

Intense Factory Racing would like to announce the first addition to their 2025 downhill team; the incredibly talented Mille Johnset.

Mille, whose results and reputation speak for themselves, will be racing aboard the Intense M1 platform. Her arrival marks an exciting step forward for both her career and the team’s ambitious plans for the upcoming season.

"As a true racer, Mille is the perfect fit for Intense Factory Racing - happy, goal-driven, and fully committed to achieving her potential. “I’m already enjoying working with her and look forward to having her positive energy around the pits”  said Performance Director Olly Morris.

Mille, at just 23 years old, already boasts an impressive résumé. With two podium finishes in 2024, she’s known for her aggressive riding style, sharp racecraft, and ability to perform when it matters most. Her addition to the team represents a shared vision of excellence and progression.

Mille is clearly looking forward to the season.

‘’I’m excited to partner with Intense Factory Racing as we embark on this new chapter together. I feel super grateful to work alongside such a thoughtful and forward-thinking team. I’m looking forward to what we can achieve together. I can’t wait to start the season with the entire team in my corner. The bike has been feeling so good, and I’m super excited for the upcoming season surrounded with some awesome people and amazing set up bike!’

Mille will make her debut on the Intense M1 DH bike at Crankworx races in New Zealand before heading back to Europe to kick off the DH MTB World Cup in Poland.

Intense Cycles is equally excited about Mille’s arrival with Founder, Jeff Steber adding, 

‘’Such an exciting year ahead for IFR and to top it all off, we welcome Mille Johnset to the team. Mille’s talent speaks for itself, and we are confident she will be a key asset for the programme this year. We are committed to supporting her development and achieving great results together. Mille will be equipped with the latest M1 downhill bike and cutting edge gear, ensuring she has every advantage on the world's most challenging courses.''

Intense Factory Racing is a team rich in history, known for its vibrant, passionate, and innovative spirit. Under the ownership of Joe Breeden and his team since early 2024, the program has returned to its roots—empowering riders to craft their way through the sport and providing the support they need to become champions.

Born in Norway, Mille grew up honing her skills on the slopes as an experienced skier and isn’t afraid of an ice bath! Despite a demanding race schedule, she values her strong family connections and enjoys returning to Norway whenever possible. With her incredible talent and down-to-earth personality, Mille is set to make a significant impact on the Intense Factory Racing team in 2025.

Eisma wrote:

First addition? I wonder who/if anyone else is going to be on IFR for 2025.

Colombian young gun Juan Munoz maybe? Let’s see …

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1/9/2025 9:26am
GeorgJung wrote:
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Hahahaha, missing this drawing stuff from last year 

Me too!


File name is good

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1/9/2025 9:27am
ardor wrote:

Reece Wilson just posted about his new team, Aon Racing. 

Sponsored by the insurance company? 

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1/9/2025 9:35am

Aon racing using a oleo strut shock that’s been used on a bike before, made by a tank engineer.

Made by Allen Millyard?

 

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1/9/2025 9:47am

Newest Insta upload from Reece shows a bike with a belt.....

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1/9/2025 9:49am

It’s a good day for rumors. Confirmations, more teasing, more speculation… I love it.

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1/9/2025 9:52am

Reece Wilson-All Or Nothing Racing Team

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1/9/2025 10:02am
Lawman wrote:

My other half says she saw a (very quickly deleted) post yesterday... Think most will be surprised if what she saw is true! 

I mean if you'd been keeping up here it was pretty much 100% confirmed lol.

Lawman wrote:

Ohh I have been keeping up, but she was adamant about what she'd seen! Clearly wrong 🤣

Had she seen tanner visiting Finn?

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1/9/2025 10:04am

Reece on a Belt driven bike, Atherton Bikes moving to a Belt driven DH.  Will someone win the $100k Belted Purse this season?  

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1/9/2025 10:13am

Here we have it IMG 2543

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fr283
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1/9/2025 10:21am

 

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Atherton bike without chain, cassette or derailleur

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1/9/2025 10:28am

Reece on a Belt driven bike, Atherton Bikes moving to a Belt driven DH.  Will someone win the $100k Belted Purse this season?  

Come on, Orbea!! Make a Wild DH gearbox !!! 

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1/9/2025 10:37am

Reece Wilson must have put together a few bigish names in order to get the points to go racing . Interested to see who else is on that team .

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1/9/2025 10:40am
Reece Wilson must have put together a few bigish names in order to get the points to go racing . Interested to see who else is...

Reece Wilson must have put together a few bigish names in order to get the points to go racing . Interested to see who else is on that team .

Rumor is Monika Hrastnik and more

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1/9/2025 11:04am
fr283 wrote:
 Atherton bike without chain, cassette or derailleur

 

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Atherton bike without chain, cassette or derailleur

Fairly obvious this was going to happen given the video they posted had space to hold a gearbox on one of their frames and the model number ends in the letter ‘G’

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1/9/2025 11:23am
fr283 wrote:
 Atherton bike without chain, cassette or derailleur

 

IMG 3866.jpeg?VersionId=H0a

Atherton bike without chain, cassette or derailleur

kevroberts wrote:
Fairly obvious this was going to happen given the video they posted had space to hold a gearbox on one of their frames and the model...

Fairly obvious this was going to happen given the video they posted had space to hold a gearbox on one of their frames and the model number ends in the letter ‘G’

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1/9/2025 11:54am
fr283 wrote:
 Atherton bike without chain, cassette or derailleur

 

IMG 3866.jpeg?VersionId=H0a

Atherton bike without chain, cassette or derailleur

kevroberts wrote:
Fairly obvious this was going to happen given the video they posted had space to hold a gearbox on one of their frames and the model...

Fairly obvious this was going to happen given the video they posted had space to hold a gearbox on one of their frames and the model number ends in the letter ‘G’

dolface wrote:
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Like Pivot Phoenix…same DW design.

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1/9/2025 11:55am

What will teams/riders do next season if the bounty is won? Will they continue to use gearboxes or return to traditional gears?

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1/9/2025 12:03pm
rugbyred wrote:

What will teams/riders do next season if the bounty is won? Will they continue to use gearboxes or return to traditional gears?

The existence of the award by GATES is so that belts are more widespread in the sport, this happening could have a bigger investments by companies like Pinion and Gates itself. Making brands choose this instead of normal gears brands.

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1/9/2025 12:03pm

In 2025, The first rider to win a World Cup on a belt drive bike will be in the junior category.

A elite rider on a belt drive bike will not win a World Cup in 2025

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1/9/2025 12:04pm
rugbyred wrote:

What will teams/riders do next season if the bounty is won? Will they continue to use gearboxes or return to traditional gears?

Well they are in the game to get paid and win race's.
If they feel it gives an advantage on the track, and the sponsorship is there, then yeah they probably will stick with it.

1/9/2025 12:06pm
In 2025, The first rider to win a World Cup on a belt drive bike will be in the junior category.A elite rider on a belt...

In 2025, The first rider to win a World Cup on a belt drive bike will be in the junior category.

A elite rider on a belt drive bike will not win a World Cup in 2025

And unfortunately a junior rider won't get the 100k. It's a prize for Elites.

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1/9/2025 12:09pm

Aon racing using a oleo strut shock that’s been used on a bike before, made by a tank engineer.

I really hope this is happening, good to see some different tech on the circuit.

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1/9/2025 12:10pm

I wonder if the Pivot crew could swap to a belt from the cranks to the upper drive cogs and still qualify?

BK, if you see this and try it, I want a signed photo from Lada.

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1/9/2025 12:12pm

Like Pivot Phoenix…same DW design.

Dave Weagle offered tye design to a number of brands. Pivot just took it up first.

Listen to Nigel Pages podcast with him

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Eisma
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1/9/2025 12:35pm

Colombian young gun Juan Munoz maybe? Let’s see …

Or maybe the other fast Colombian. IMG 4284.jpeg?VersionId=fdDFoi.PNX1K4SUL5ihE

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1/9/2025 1:05pm

Colombian young gun Juan Munoz maybe? Let’s see …

Eisma wrote:
Or maybe the other fast Colombian.

Or maybe the other fast Colombian. IMG 4284.jpeg?VersionId=fdDFoi.PNX1K4SUL5ihE

Hahaha thats funny

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1/9/2025 1:09pm
In 2025, The first rider to win a World Cup on a belt drive bike will be in the junior category.A elite rider on a belt...

In 2025, The first rider to win a World Cup on a belt drive bike will be in the junior category.

A elite rider on a belt drive bike will not win a World Cup in 2025

Rachel Atherton in an Evie Richards IG post from a Red Bull training camp would suggest she might be racing?

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