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bturman 1/17/2017 12:32am
1/17/2017 12:32am
kev.1n wrote:
Just stirring the pot here, but there must have been some serious shit that went down between specialized and Sram if they dropped their sponsorship for...
Just stirring the pot here, but there must have been some serious shit that went down between specialized and Sram if they dropped their sponsorship for suspension and brakes for both of their elite teams....
Maxipedia wrote:
Oh yeah! It's called ”contract termination” and happens all the time. ;) I don't know why people assume there is so much drama going on when...
Oh yeah! It's called ”contract termination” and happens all the time. Wink

I don't know why people assume there is so much drama going on when these things happen. It must be a simple thing of pragmatism and planning. Like switching things when someone makes a better offer, it's just business. Specialized and SRAM had a long period of collaboration, everybody knows that. But I guess if you are offered the chance to work closely with a suspension maker with an immaculate reputation who is entering the sport and you can be the one guiding it, why not take it? It makes sense. There are RockShox forks on a lot of bikes, but Öhlins is only on a handful and most of them are Specialized. It separates you from the rest, it tells people you are special (sic). It's efficient marketing by association with a very good name and makes total sense. Just look at us: we re talking about it since how many pages? Just a little proof it creates buzz and it works! I'm still curious what drivetrain they will be using, since it looks like SRAM have this ”all or nothing” approach, with some minor exceptions (say, uhm, Gwin). Oh, and speaking of SRAM and YT, despite all the talk and the disclaimers last year, isn't it a major vote in favour of your company when one of the world's top athletes, whom you are NOT sponsoring, CHOOSES to run your gear, regardless of support? Doesn't that say you make pretty good shit and isn't that a good advertisement in itself?

Oh well... One thing I know for sure: regardless of our passionate speculation here, the red SRAM truck will still be the capital of the pits and that's that.

Cheers to the World Cup circuit and the good people within it! And also to every MTB nerd who cares so much about his favourite sport that he loses sleep over who-runs-what. I mean it. Smile

Mx
You, sir, are a true racing fan! I love it. Cheers back at you.

Back on the Öhlins topic... I believe you'll continue to see more and more Specialized bikes equipped with Öhlins suspension in 2017 and beyond. It's not uncommon for team sponsorships to be tied to spec choices and vise versa. I have a feeling Specialized was a big driver behind this one, with the intent to promote the hell out of Öhlins suspension (and in turn their bikes that just so happen to run it).

Plus, that "Swedish Gold" is actually pretty dang good...
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Gweggy 1/17/2017 1:42am
1/17/2017 1:42am
Needles is retiring from racing but will continue as an ambassador for a soon to be announced brand!
dirtbeard 1/17/2017 1:46am
1/17/2017 1:46am
kev.1n wrote:
Just stirring the pot here, but there must have been some serious shit that went down between specialized and Sram if they dropped their sponsorship for...
Just stirring the pot here, but there must have been some serious shit that went down between specialized and Sram if they dropped their sponsorship for suspension and brakes for both of their elite teams....
Maxipedia wrote:
Oh yeah! It's called ”contract termination” and happens all the time. ;) I don't know why people assume there is so much drama going on when...
Oh yeah! It's called ”contract termination” and happens all the time. Wink

I don't know why people assume there is so much drama going on when these things happen. It must be a simple thing of pragmatism and planning. Like switching things when someone makes a better offer, it's just business. Specialized and SRAM had a long period of collaboration, everybody knows that. But I guess if you are offered the chance to work closely with a suspension maker with an immaculate reputation who is entering the sport and you can be the one guiding it, why not take it? It makes sense. There are RockShox forks on a lot of bikes, but Öhlins is only on a handful and most of them are Specialized. It separates you from the rest, it tells people you are special (sic). It's efficient marketing by association with a very good name and makes total sense. Just look at us: we re talking about it since how many pages? Just a little proof it creates buzz and it works! I'm still curious what drivetrain they will be using, since it looks like SRAM have this ”all or nothing” approach, with some minor exceptions (say, uhm, Gwin). Oh, and speaking of SRAM and YT, despite all the talk and the disclaimers last year, isn't it a major vote in favour of your company when one of the world's top athletes, whom you are NOT sponsoring, CHOOSES to run your gear, regardless of support? Doesn't that say you make pretty good shit and isn't that a good advertisement in itself?

Oh well... One thing I know for sure: regardless of our passionate speculation here, the red SRAM truck will still be the capital of the pits and that's that.

Cheers to the World Cup circuit and the good people within it! And also to every MTB nerd who cares so much about his favourite sport that he loses sleep over who-runs-what. I mean it. Smile

Mx
bturman wrote:
You, sir, are a true racing fan! I love it. Cheers back at you. Back on the Öhlins topic... I believe you'll continue to see more...
You, sir, are a true racing fan! I love it. Cheers back at you.

Back on the Öhlins topic... I believe you'll continue to see more and more Specialized bikes equipped with Öhlins suspension in 2017 and beyond. It's not uncommon for team sponsorships to be tied to spec choices and vise versa. I have a feeling Specialized was a big driver behind this one, with the intent to promote the hell out of Öhlins suspension (and in turn their bikes that just so happen to run it).

Plus, that "Swedish Gold" is actually pretty dang good...
Do you remember last year when pure agency was in talks with canyon but wouldn't drop there sponsors. 1 year later and its all changed, no 661 and all that.but that was all rumors anyways. Ha

Maxipedia 1/17/2017 4:32am
1/17/2017 4:32am
bturman wrote:
You, sir, are a true racing fan! I love it. Cheers back at you. Back on the Öhlins topic... I believe you'll continue to see more...
You, sir, are a true racing fan! I love it. Cheers back at you.

Back on the Öhlins topic... I believe you'll continue to see more and more Specialized bikes equipped with Öhlins suspension in 2017 and beyond. It's not uncommon for team sponsorships to be tied to spec choices and vise versa. I have a feeling Specialized was a big driver behind this one, with the intent to promote the hell out of Öhlins suspension (and in turn their bikes that just so happen to run it).

Plus, that "Swedish Gold" is actually pretty dang good...
@bturman Thank you, but I guess this goes out to each and every guy who dropped a line on this thread. We are all true racing fans and passionate MTB nerds. I like to believe this also motivates one or few riders out there, knowing there are people whom they never met in real life, but who care about their whereabouts. If there's one good thing about the MTB internet, this must be, nevermind the stupid hateful comments posted elsewhere. The internet is always great when you have something meaningful to share

To many of us, attending these races are little (or less little) dreams that come true each time we make it. I wish all the racers would know how much emotion boils inside a simple fan who goes to a World Cup to see them and the courage it sometime takes to get over the nervousness and awkwardness to go talk to them, or shake hands or ask for an autograph.

In 2002 I hitchhiked to Kaprun to see my heroes live for the first time and I had the time of my life. My friends back home told me I must be an idiot and I would never make it. I slept where I could and pretty much fed on freebie samples from the organizers. But come 4X training I stood there with Nigel and Greg, who were injured, and talked to them as if I knew them since forever; two amazing dudes! I also remember spending quite some time chatting to Myles Rockwell and the lovely April Lawyer, who had an injured hand, but still signed autographs like the trooper she is. They were both pretty astonished that this lanky kid from Romania knew all about them and of course I did; I cherished every single magazine that made it to us, soaked up information about the sport like a sponge. And this is another reason why I think our sport is great: our stars are approachable, the people you see in the mags and in videos and photos are real people whom you can talk to, if you have something meaningful to say. We sometimes forget that and I believe we should be a bit more grateful for this ecosystem of ours that is still fueled by true passion, first and foremost. The industry, the hype, the money? They all are less important. Go ask a racer off the record, if you don't believe me. Speaking of this, one of the most meaningful MTB talks I've ever had, was with Josh, this September, riding the gondola up to the start at Val di Sole. The guy is true to the core and one smart and sensible human being.

You all know that Steve McQueen quote that says that racing is life and everything else is just waiting. To us fans this is indeed what the year is about: the races and the waiting in between them. This is why threads such as this gain so much traction in the off season. 19 years ago I swear to God I lived for the monthly MTB magazine that I got from Germany; it was the most important thing on Earth for me. I never knew what time of the month it was going to show up or even if, but I waited patiently for it and once I got my hands on it I read it religiously, from the beginning to the end, never skipping a page. Today it's easy, we have the internet and a ton of easy accessible sources. Maybe this is why we sometimes take things for granted. But I still need to give a shout-out to endeavours such as Hurly Burly or the mighty 20 Years of Dirt Magazine. Print will never be dead! And while I'm here, let me also thank the great people who cover the World Cup circus for us every year: photographers, videomakers, writers etc. During racing weekends I live for those Vital slideshows, just like I lived for those silly mags almost 20 years back, so thank you A LOT!

Please excuse my cheesy rant over here, but I had to! If you don't like it, don't read it or send me a private message and tell me to go f**k myself! But always be grateful to those who make all of these happen: riders, managers, sponsors, organizers, journalists, media people and go have a beer in the honor of all the other thousands of MTB fans across the globe, who are just as passionate as you and you should never doubt that!

Thank you for loving MTB and racing!

Cheers,
Mx
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Serge-W 1/17/2017 6:01am
1/17/2017 6:01am
Wow dude, you almost made me cry. So much good stuff in there. The waiting for the monthly MTB mag I totally understand, we both probably read the same publication back then. It went on like this for years.

Guess we don't wanna go OT here, but thumbs up anyway, man. With this back to the real deal:

John Tomac on YT mob?!?!? you so read it here first Wink

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lister_yu 1/17/2017 7:30am
1/17/2017 7:30am
any word on where Conor Macfarlane will end up riding?

Not really racing - but maybe someone picked up something?
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rival7 1/17/2017 7:41am
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lister_yu wrote:
any word on where Conor Macfarlane will end up riding?

Not really racing - but maybe someone picked up something?
intense
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lister_yu 1/17/2017 7:51am
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intense
interesting - would not have guessed that one

thx @rival7 for the fast reply
Weenyweener 1/17/2017 8:40am
1/17/2017 8:40am
@Maxipedia.....
To many of us, attending these races are little (or less little) dreams that come true each time we make it. I wish all the racers would know how much emotion boils inside a simple fan who goes to a World Cup to see them and the courage it sometime takes to get over the nervousness and awkwardness to go talk to them, or shake hands or ask for an autograph.

True... but don't forget that the guys and gals you go to see at a World Cup were once in the same position..... They were young nervous fans as well. I know as my son has been there ;-)
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mtbAndy 1/17/2017 10:09am
1/17/2017 10:09am
I think it's obvious from Needles hashtags he's going to the new Obama/Transition team.
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Primoz 1/17/2017 10:19am
1/17/2017 10:19am Edited Date/Time 1/17/2017 10:20am
@Maxipedia don't you dare go fuck yourself!!!

Well, unless you like it that way. Or something. You probably get the picture Wink
FredLikesTrikes 1/17/2017 10:29am
1/17/2017 10:29am
robertus wrote:
The link to the Needles IG with his statement

https://instagram.com/p/BPXCrfoj7xx/
Here's Needles' IG post, embedded for simplicity.

Didn't know at the time that this would be the last time dropping into the finish area of a World Cup season ... It's been an amazing 14 years racing around the globe. All good things they say must come to an end. This was no easy decision let me tell you that! I have decided to hang up my racing boots.. well sort of...... I will take a step back from racing and transition into a new role in the industry and with a brand I have been a fan of for a while now. I will very much still be riding and at events , shoots and maybe a race. Very excited to release the news and upcoming projects soon. On the side I am very much trying to grow the sport and get more people into riding via bike parks and building projects which has become a passion. There were ups and downs, podiums and victories which were not even in my dreams as a kid, broken bones , life lessons ,sacrifices , laughs and friendships which I will cherish forever. There is a list of thanks so long it won't fit here but let's try . First off my Mom and Dad who supported me when I made the choice to go racing! Without them this would never have been possible. My brother @jontyneethling for a kick in the ass when I needed it, riding partner and then wrenching. My close friends!!! All my previous teams and sponsors: Global Racing - Martin Whiteley giving me my first ride and support. Honda/ Turner Mongoose Trek Giant Polygon Ur All my former team mates Everyone that supported me, gave me a lift , let me sleep on their couch or housed me. You all know who you are !! @svenmartinphoto @ridehousemartin for housing me and giving me the chance to live out my dream.. in the early years Let's not forget the fans and industry people that supported me along the way. Here is to chasing a dream!!!! #noregrets #change #transition

BetterRide.net 1/18/2017 3:34am
1/18/2017 3:34am
bturman wrote:
You, sir, are a true racing fan! I love it. Cheers back at you. Back on the Öhlins topic... I believe you'll continue to see more...
You, sir, are a true racing fan! I love it. Cheers back at you.

Back on the Öhlins topic... I believe you'll continue to see more and more Specialized bikes equipped with Öhlins suspension in 2017 and beyond. It's not uncommon for team sponsorships to be tied to spec choices and vise versa. I have a feeling Specialized was a big driver behind this one, with the intent to promote the hell out of Öhlins suspension (and in turn their bikes that just so happen to run it).

Plus, that "Swedish Gold" is actually pretty dang good...
Maxipedia wrote:
@bturman Thank you, but I guess this goes out to each and every guy who dropped a line on this thread. We are all true racing...
@bturman Thank you, but I guess this goes out to each and every guy who dropped a line on this thread. We are all true racing fans and passionate MTB nerds. I like to believe this also motivates one or few riders out there, knowing there are people whom they never met in real life, but who care about their whereabouts. If there's one good thing about the MTB internet, this must be, nevermind the stupid hateful comments posted elsewhere. The internet is always great when you have something meaningful to share

To many of us, attending these races are little (or less little) dreams that come true each time we make it. I wish all the racers would know how much emotion boils inside a simple fan who goes to a World Cup to see them and the courage it sometime takes to get over the nervousness and awkwardness to go talk to them, or shake hands or ask for an autograph.

In 2002 I hitchhiked to Kaprun to see my heroes live for the first time and I had the time of my life. My friends back home told me I must be an idiot and I would never make it. I slept where I could and pretty much fed on freebie samples from the organizers. But come 4X training I stood there with Nigel and Greg, who were injured, and talked to them as if I knew them since forever; two amazing dudes! I also remember spending quite some time chatting to Myles Rockwell and the lovely April Lawyer, who had an injured hand, but still signed autographs like the trooper she is. They were both pretty astonished that this lanky kid from Romania knew all about them and of course I did; I cherished every single magazine that made it to us, soaked up information about the sport like a sponge. And this is another reason why I think our sport is great: our stars are approachable, the people you see in the mags and in videos and photos are real people whom you can talk to, if you have something meaningful to say. We sometimes forget that and I believe we should be a bit more grateful for this ecosystem of ours that is still fueled by true passion, first and foremost. The industry, the hype, the money? They all are less important. Go ask a racer off the record, if you don't believe me. Speaking of this, one of the most meaningful MTB talks I've ever had, was with Josh, this September, riding the gondola up to the start at Val di Sole. The guy is true to the core and one smart and sensible human being.

You all know that Steve McQueen quote that says that racing is life and everything else is just waiting. To us fans this is indeed what the year is about: the races and the waiting in between them. This is why threads such as this gain so much traction in the off season. 19 years ago I swear to God I lived for the monthly MTB magazine that I got from Germany; it was the most important thing on Earth for me. I never knew what time of the month it was going to show up or even if, but I waited patiently for it and once I got my hands on it I read it religiously, from the beginning to the end, never skipping a page. Today it's easy, we have the internet and a ton of easy accessible sources. Maybe this is why we sometimes take things for granted. But I still need to give a shout-out to endeavours such as Hurly Burly or the mighty 20 Years of Dirt Magazine. Print will never be dead! And while I'm here, let me also thank the great people who cover the World Cup circus for us every year: photographers, videomakers, writers etc. During racing weekends I live for those Vital slideshows, just like I lived for those silly mags almost 20 years back, so thank you A LOT!

Please excuse my cheesy rant over here, but I had to! If you don't like it, don't read it or send me a private message and tell me to go f**k myself! But always be grateful to those who make all of these happen: riders, managers, sponsors, organizers, journalists, media people and go have a beer in the honor of all the other thousands of MTB fans across the globe, who are just as passionate as you and you should never doubt that!

Thank you for loving MTB and racing!

Cheers,
Mx
Maxipedia, you rock! Loved reading your last two posts. I could feel your passion. I remember feeling that way waiting for my bmx and skateboard magazines when I was in my teens. As I've gotten older I don't enjoy reading about the latest/greatest bike anymore and I'm not much of a spectator (I ride during Joyride at Crankworx and watch the occasional run from the lift) but I love WC Downhill racing! One of the few things I will get up at 4am for.

Thanks for sharing your passion!
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sspomer 1/18/2017 6:18am
1/18/2017 6:18am Edited Date/Time 1/18/2017 1:10pm
Official Scott PR - now Scott Velosulitions DH Team
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SCOTT Sports and Velosolutions join forces in 2017

With our sights firmly set on the 2017 season ahead we are proud to announce the formation of the SCOTT-Velosolutions DH Team.

With an already long term commitment to the SCOTT team and an unrivalled passion for DH racing, Velosolutions will increase its commitment to the World Cup Team in 2017, bringing with it a shared vision for the future of mountain biking and world cup racing. Together, SCOTT Sports & Velosolutions will be a force to be reckoned with, exciting new and existing fans around the world.

Whilst SCOTT-Sports and component brand Syncros has had a long term commitment to supporting the best riders in the world, developing a new breed of talent and using elite downhill racing to inspire new product development. Velosolutions has gained credit around the world as industry leading trail builders. From the Champery World Cup track to building and developing some of the most progressive asphalt pump tracks around the globe, Velosolutions are making the sport of MTB more accessible than ever before.



The new partnership is met with familiar faces as Brendan Fairclough continues with the team for 2017 and beyond. ‘Brendog’ has over a decade of World Cup racing under his belt at just 29. From national and international podiums to top 10 finish’s at Rampage and progressive movie appearances, Fairclough is a dominant force and a unique character both on and off the bike.

“I’m excited for the new direction of the team. SCOTT has been an incredible brand to work with from their continued support in my racing career to my involvement in developing industry leading bikes, I am excited to continue to work with them. Pumptracks have always been a part of my riding, it’s the perfect place to learn new skills and have an awesome session with friends – Velosolutions are getting more people on bikes and giving them the opportunities I have had, that is really important to me. I’m stoked for 2017 and can’t wait to kick of the season.” Brendan Fairclough



A new era brings with it new changes to the team and we are excited to announce that Gaetan Vige will be joining SCOTT-Velosolutions in 2017.

2016 Junior Men world number 2, 3rd place at the 2016 World Championships and 3 x World Cup wins under his belt – if you don’t know who Gaetan Vige is, you will soon. Born and raised in the south of France, Vige is a fresh face in the elite field and ready to battle it out around the world. We are proud to welcome him into the SCOTT-Velosolutions family.



“The 2017 season is going to be tough as a first year elite rider, but this is why I am excited to be joining SCOTT-Velosolutions. I know the team can give me the best chance possible of succeeding.” Gaetan Vige

Claudio Caluori and Rob Warner bringing you live coverage from around the globe

On top of a new team name and new athlete, we can officially announce that team manager Claudio Caluori will return to our screens in 2017 as the face the official world cup course previews and come at you live, every race weekend from the commentary booth.



“From building pump tracks to developing the team, the off season has been crazy but I am more than happy with the new direction of the team. The SCOTT-Velosolutions World Cup team is a dream partnership and I am stoked to continue to work with Brendog and welcome Gaetan to our family. I have been busy training for the upcoming course preview season and dialing in my skills on the guitar for the after race jam sessions at the SCOTT-Velosolutions pits – I can’t wait to get back out there!” Claudio Caluori

The SCOTT-Velosolutions team will be racing on-board the 2017 SCOTT Gambler equipped with FOX Suspension, Schwalbe Tires, Deity components, Syncros components, E-Thirteen chainguides alongside Shimano drivetrain and brakes.

With the first race of the season quickly approaching and the anticipation building we can’t wait to get back out there and do what we do best, World Cup Racing.


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SharpieMTB 1/18/2017 4:08pm
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So anyone up for some 2018 team rumors?
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SharpieMTB wrote:
So anyone up for some 2018 team rumors?
Suzuki is coming with DH team on 29ers. You heard it here first
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leolmh93 1/19/2017 5:44am
1/19/2017 5:44am
screenshot from Bryn's instagram, new Norco?

baronKanon 1/19/2017 5:48am
1/19/2017 5:48am
Or new bike supplier?
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It has an integrated seat post binder, can't be a lot of DH bikes it could be.
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leolmh93 wrote:
[img]https://p.vitalmtb.com/photos/forums/2017/01/19/4765/s1200_Screenshot_20170119_113137.jpg[/img] screenshot from Bryn's instagram, new Norco?
screenshot from Bryn's instagram, new Norco?

It almost looks like those fancy Unno frames. Super clean carbon work and sleek lines.
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Primoz 1/19/2017 7:46am
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I'm just going to leave this here:



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leolmh93 wrote:
[img]https://p.vitalmtb.com/photos/forums/2017/01/19/4765/s1200_Screenshot_20170119_113137.jpg[/img] screenshot from Bryn's instagram, new Norco?
screenshot from Bryn's instagram, new Norco?

adrennan wrote:
It almost looks like those fancy Unno frames. Super clean carbon work and sleek lines.
Definitively not an Aurum.
On a regular Aurum, cables and hoses are routed along downtube with the "shuttle truck gard".
On this one, it looks like to an internal cable routing. In addition I can see a cable hanger under top tube wich is pretty similar to the prototype one.
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Primoz 1/19/2017 9:12am
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BTW, i think it was mentioned that FIS skiing has more races per year than UCI MTB DH and that DH could have more races as well. An important part of the FIS ski season is that you have 4 disciplines (well, 5 with the combination, kinda) and the overall counts between all the disciplines, not just one of them. DH could be counted as one discipline with 4X in the old days as another So 7 or 8 races might in fact not be that little.

Similarly in XC skiing you have different formats of races, not just a single format like in UCI XCO.
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Primoz wrote:
BTW, i think it was mentioned that FIS skiing has more races per year than UCI MTB DH and that DH could have more races as...
BTW, i think it was mentioned that FIS skiing has more races per year than UCI MTB DH and that DH could have more races as well. An important part of the FIS ski season is that you have 4 disciplines (well, 5 with the combination, kinda) and the overall counts between all the disciplines, not just one of them. DH could be counted as one discipline with 4X in the old days as another So 7 or 8 races might in fact not be that little.

Similarly in XC skiing you have different formats of races, not just a single format like in UCI XCO.
Not many racers do multiple events though. Few 4x ers may do the off dh race. Enduring is uci thankfully .
luigi2412 1/19/2017 10:57am
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Primoz wrote:
BTW, i think it was mentioned that FIS skiing has more races per year than UCI MTB DH and that DH could have more races as...
BTW, i think it was mentioned that FIS skiing has more races per year than UCI MTB DH and that DH could have more races as well. An important part of the FIS ski season is that you have 4 disciplines (well, 5 with the combination, kinda) and the overall counts between all the disciplines, not just one of them. DH could be counted as one discipline with 4X in the old days as another So 7 or 8 races might in fact not be that little.

Similarly in XC skiing you have different formats of races, not just a single format like in UCI XCO.
Except for that the FIS women's world cup is it's own successful thing with its own races in different venues at different times than the men's. That doubles the number of races instantly. If the dh wc was like that, we would have 14 or 16 races per year.
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druuver293 1/19/2017 11:15am
1/19/2017 11:15am
was anybody surprised that Graves went to Specialized, what was with that? (BTW I know that's last years news...)
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druuver293 1/19/2017 11:47am
1/19/2017 11:47am
SharpieMTB wrote:
So anyone up for some 2018 team rumors?
JoeyHooo wrote:
Suzuki is coming with DH team on 29ers. You heard it here first
Really?!
app-uncture 1/19/2017 11:59am
1/19/2017 11:59am
SharpieMTB wrote:
So anyone up for some 2018 team rumors?
JoeyHooo wrote:
Suzuki is coming with DH team on 29ers. You heard it here first
druuver293 wrote:
Really?!
Sam hill drives a suzuki... Woohoo

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