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Oli Zwar possibly, if I recall he wasn’t sure if his contract would continue with FMD in the how we roll videos last year and it hasn’t come together for him this season. Speaking of younger riders I wouldn’t be surprised to see some changes at the Syndicate. Has Felix G shown enough to race for them in elite? Possibly...

Cool thread idea, thanks for starting. Seasons is my favourite MTB movie of all time. I was in high school at the time and went to the premier in Kamloops, I still remember the crowd going crazy when Hunters Rio part started. Stevie’s Prevost segment was a standout, obviously more so now given the years that followed with him winning...

I’d be surprised to see Finn leave Specialized, particularly with the success he’s having this season. Loic is probably (unless he pulls a Greg) nearing the end of his career so that will open up budget in future years.

Didn’t know about the Air Whistler, maybe a Trek connection somewhere along the line as Nike 6.0 was around in late 2000s, early 2010s and sponsored Semenuk and Cam McCaul.

I don’t think Finn winning is all that surprising, before his back injury season last year he was very consistently near the top of the podium despite not winning after MSA several years ago. Jordan is a bit more surprising, confidence is clearly up, maybe seeing Finn do it helped him too? Either way, Specialized couldn’t ask for better results...

Lisa Baumann on Monster. Good pickup for them, feels like it’s only a matter of time until she gets the first win.

Narrow miss here during practice. WB/UCI needs to figure out marshalling, this should never be a possibility.

Such a good race, stoked for Asa & Neko. What a win for FW. Gutted for Amaury to throw it away in sight of the finish line.

Hattie claiming the 100k belt purse in round 1 would be cool. Some huge names in women’s elite into LCQ. Lachie DNS on the live timing, anyone have the details? Practice crash?

Saw this clip of Laurie Greenland tagged riding a dreadnought, haven’t seen this mentioned. Maybe nothing but we know he’s a free agent currently. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DXa2NaLE_R_/?igsh=MXN6Y3dmY2htajNubg==

Dreadnought E is the rumour.

Dylan Maples & Tilly Melton put their new rides on the top step at the NW Cup race today: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/62869768a8310405c3fcbfaf/t/69dc2…

https://www.instagram.com/p/DS8Ee2EDJ2g/?igsh=bDE3eWV6NHo3NnUy Lina Frener (and presumably Norco Race Division?), off Fox clothing.

He was running that all summer based on his IG, and didn’t keep it a secret. Not sure why but seems like a fair bet that’s where he’s going.

Vali is getting that MINI money, Finn is sponsored by Swatch. Those are the only 2 non industry sponsors that come to mind straight away, but have no idea what they pay.

I think it says Christchurch Adventure Park but I could be wrong

Just my observation but I live in western Canada and can’t think of the last time I saw an Intense in the wild. This includes plenty of time in Whistler, Squamish, etc. I assume they sell more in the US but can’t comment. Makes me wonder if the race team is worth their investment.

Can’t imagine this being the case. Erice had terrible luck with injury this year but she’ll be a top elite shortly. Lina also looked promising as a 1st year junior. Men’s side might see some change, lucas is stepping back from WC. Bodi Kuhn is young and good results in 2024 so imagine he’s kept. No idea about Danny. I...

From the boys at OTB podcast - Vali might turn up at North American races on a Commencal. Sounds like she may have already signed to Commencal Les Orres. Makes a ton of sense given Cecile & SRAM connections as well.

I recall an interview with Vali several years ago saying she had an offer from her “favourite team” but it would have required her to leave Sram/RS, so she turned it down and rode for the Rockshox Trek team. Since then she’s won 3 World Cup overalls and 3 World Champs so I can’t imagine this team wouldn’t still be...