Many believe that all New Caledonia is about is great beaches and turquoise water. In this COMMENCAL Insiders episode, Pierre-Edouard Ferry shows us that it is also possible to have good times on a bike too whether it’s downhill, enduro and now pump track sessions too. We wanted to know a little more about the islands potential but also the potential importance of PEF’s pump track and his other projects in this area of expertise. Of course, a video and interview were a must! – So PEF, how was New Caledonia? This was the first time you’ve visited the island.…
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KOBLENZ, 20.02.2015 — What’s better than having three of the most exciting slopestyle talents in the business riding together? Having four of them is what. More is always better and the Canyon Factory Freeride Team (CFFT) is excited to welcome new rider Tomas Lemoine into the ranks for 2015. Still only 18, Tomas cut his teeth racing BMX back in the day but has made a real name for himself on the MTB dirt jump and slopestyle scene over the past season. >From now on he will receive full support as part of the CFFT setup, riding the Canyon Stitched…
ION – who launched its first bike clothing collection in 2013 – steps up its cycling related product portfolio for the coming season. 2015 Highlights include: 9 clothing lines, for both women and men, including an expanded rainproof outerwear range. A new Tectonic_Fit kneepad for ultimate freedom of movement, plus additional lightweight protection gear. ION’s 2015 technical bike clothing collection features three lines for women and four for men, as well as gender specific outerwear. Top-notch performance fabrics like DriRelease, Coolmax or Cordura are combined with antibacterial treatments to keep the gear fresh for longer and reduce washing. ION Bike…
Livigno (ITA), February 19th 2015 – During the winter season mountain bikers normally are tucked away in their warm homes eagerly waiting for the snow to melt. But this is now a thing of the past – at least in the mountain bike resort of Livigno. The rapidly growing trend of fat biking has been embraced in the popular holiday resort. Livigno has introduced 20 kilometers (13 miles) of trails, specifically designed for this discipline of mountain biking. Now, visitors can enjoy time in the saddle all year round: It’s THE trend in mountain biking these days. Ever more frequently…
It would be a lie to say that we aren’t constantly inspired by all forms of biking, whether it’s BMX, slopestyle, freeride, or even road. Last year, Brett Rheeder’s first Dream Capture episode, Airs and Alleys, was heavily inspired by a trip produced by BMX legend Ruben Alcantara where he placed portable ramps throughout an urban environment. This year, when we were presented with the opportunity to film with Ruben in his hometown of Malaga, Spain for Rheeder’s second Dream Capture episode, there was no chance we were turning it down.
White Style is the only FMB World Tour event on snow. On February 13th 2015 twenty of the world’s best mountain bikers showed their tricks in Saalfelden Leogang, Austria. This unique event is one of the season’s highlights.
Stevie Smith, 2013 World Cup Overall Champion, is a BC home grown success story. Racing at Crankworx since he was an Amateur, and the 2013 King of the Festival, in 2014 things didn’t go as planned.
Could you imagine how awesome it would be if Brett Rheeder and BMX legend Ruben Alcantara rode bikes together in Malaga, Spain? Oh wait. You DON’T have to imagine what it would be like because it actually happened. Check out the teaser for Groundwaves – Episode 10 of the Dream Capture series – and let your imagination get fired up!
Saalfelden Leogang, February 13th 2015 – Szymon Godziek rules victorious at the 9th edition of White Style. Swiftly followed by two Brits, Matt Jones in second and Daryl Brown in third. Next to the massive slopestyle course built from snow, spectators let it rip on the ski slope during The Big (Shr)ED – Fat Bike Battle. An amazing firework show rounded off the winter’s evening in Leogang with a bang! Szymon Godziek Still in his prime, the Polish athlete Szymon Godziek takes the first podium of the 2015 season in Leogang. His winning run was full of variety, technical tricks…
Saalfelden Leogang, Austria, February 9th 2015 – Starting February 13th, the mountain bike off-season becomes a thing of the past. Twenty freeride athletes will come to Leogang, Austria for White Style, the first FMB World Tour event in 2015. If that was not exciting enough, the 2013 White Style winner Pavel “Cherry bomb” Alekhin will return to the snow after a long injury break. His impressive combos and fearless riding is certain to ‘WOW’ everyone! For the first time, also spectators can prove their riding skills during the Big (Shr)ED – Fat Bike Battle. Winter is finally playing ball and…
Vienna, February 4th, 2015 – With its unique location and seething atmosphere the VIENNA AIR KING is an inseparable part of the FMB World Tour calendar. This year, the legendary silver event will celebrate its 10th anniversary. From April 10th to 12th 2015 mountain bike dirt jump pros and youngsters as well as thousands of spectators will come together at Vienna’s Rathausplatz to honor this jubilee. If you want to review the best moments, you shouldn’t miss this clip: Over the years, riders from around the globe have battled hard for the VIENNA AIR KING throne. Current champion Brett Rheeder…
The world’s only international ‘blind racing’ series, the Bluegrass Enduro Tour is a celebration of mountain biking with outstanding locations, epic riding and an unrivalled atmosphere throughout. In keeping with the spirit of celebration, this year sponsor MET have partnered with charity Qhubeka to help further the joy and empowerment a bicycle brings. Entry fees to the Bluegrass Enduro Tour will include a 1€ donation to Qhubeka, with every donation matched by MET. Based in South Africa, the Qhubeka charity provides people with bicycles that change their lives – bicycles that help children in remote places get to school regularly…
Who better to represent COMMENCAL USA than an American born and bred, proud of his roots, holding high the values of his country and not forgetting, an excellent rider? That’s correct! Kyle Strait has joined us for the next two years and will ride our bikes besides being involved in promoting online sales via commencalusa.com. His two victories at the Red Bull Rampage, his natural ‘freeride’ spirit and overall involvement in our sport seduced us. We are very proud to have him with us and we look forward to him lining up with our bikes at forthcoming events. Kyle Strait,…
Founded in 1982, WTB was formed in the birthplace of mountain biking to design better bicycle products. Renowned for saddles, tires, rims, and grips, this rider-driven company continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible through an unrelenting spirit of innovation and passion for two-wheeled adventure. Here’s some info about WTB’s 2015 carbon saddles range: WTB Volt Volt Carbon saddles are the lightest production saddle WTB has ever produced. The WTB Volt Carbon saddle weights 155g while using the same padding and shape that has made the Volt many riders’ favorite saddle. The Volt Carbon saddle uses oval-shaped 7mm by…