Developed in collaboration with our riders and racers around the world, we’ve engineered more adjustability and the most ‘shred for your bread’ into the newest evolution of Fury. Offering adjustable suspension progression, wheelbase length, and wheel configuration with a simple flip of a chip, Fury is tunable for any track. Touting 200mm of rock-smashing rear suspension paired with the all-new RockShox BoXXer up front,
Fury is a DH machine that’s focused on fast.

Whistler-native, Ian Morrison, built up a freshie and hit the park for a day of full gas laps.

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Earlier this year, Ethan Craik and Katy Winton headed to Dyfi Bike Park with Team Mechanic, Rich Simpson, for suspension testing on the new 2024 Fox shocks and forks..

Ride along with the GT Continental Factory riders as they rip laps and gather all the telemetry data needed to dial in their rigs.

Video: Craik Media

The folks at The Loam Wolf recently stopped by our new home in Orange County to meet the team behind the scenes. We showed 'em around our new digs, ate tacos, and even rode some bikes.

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Meet Roger Vieira, 28-year-old DH racer hailing from Brazil and currently residing in the UK. Roger was chosen by Wyn Masters as the first rider for the Privateer Project this year based on his performance last season. Roger was the recipient of the Privateer Award in Mont-Saint-Anne and finished 42nd overall for the season; an impressive feat for a self-funded athlete.

Roger is a rider's rider, known for using every corner of the track to gain the smoothest lines, his approach to racing is something special.

After a string of bad luck, losing his job, and having his dirt bike and ebike stolen out of his garage, the news of getting full factory support and a fresh DH bike couldn't have come at a better time.

Take a closer look at Roger's journey through the start of the World Cup season and what it meant to receive the extra support from Wyn and the Privateer Project team.

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Video: Louis Citadelle

You never know where a Grade day will take you. 30mm of ‘Gravel Travel’ paired with RockShox Rudy XPLR 40mm fork means there’s nothing to stand in your way of adventure. Enduro rider, Adam Robbins may have set out for casual ride, but his penchant for single track led him down a different path. Hit the link in bio to see where Grade X led him.

Grade X is available now, hit the dealer locator to find a shop near you to start your own Grade Escape

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Developed in collaboration with our riders and racers around the world, we have engineered more adjustability and the most ‘shred for your bread’ into the newest evolution of Fury. Built for precision and speed, this tunable frame with high-pivot LTS suspension improves the bike's control and increases rider confidence whether it’s against the clock like the GT / Continental Factory Racing team or boosting the biggest lines in the park like Brage Vestavik.

Fury frameset is available now, hit the dealer locator to find a shop near you and get started on your dream build today!

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With the help of new and long-time sponsors, Wyn Masters’ relentless efforts to support the underdogs, hometown heroes and fan favorites of the World Cup DH circuit grows into it’s very own racer support program for the 2023 season.… the Privateer Project. Privateer Project’s goal is to not only increase privateer World Cup DH racer’s overall exposure, it will increase their ability to focus and perform with eased burden by providing essential needs at each round.

Rider selection process:

• Wyn Masters will be selecting the most deserving privateer at each round, and will announce that rider in his WynTV post-race show.
• • UK-based Brazilian racer Roger Vieira, “WynTV Privateer Award” winner from last season, has been selected and will be fully supported for round 1 at Lenzerheide, Switzerland.
   

Support provided for every round of the 2023 World Cup DH season:

• Product:
  
  • 1 Complete “Privateer Project Team Spec” GT Fury for each selected privateer
   
• Event support:
  
  • Pit space
  • Dedicated mechanic
  • Lodging / Meals 
  • On-site management 
  • Dedicated content creation 
  • Continental tire support - free to all independent racers competing at each round
   

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With speed, style, and a well-curated trick list, Chelsea Wolfe's Can You Film This? section has all the classic BMX vibes.

CYFT highlights GT’s up and coming generation of riders. Initially a project to not let the typically bro-cam footage that was stacking up go to waste from those “Hey dude, Can You Film This?” moments. In time, the project gained momentum and evolved into a full-length we couldn’t be more proud of. After initially premiering CYFT on OurBMX.com, we’re now releasing the individual sections

Sensor ST’s 120mm of travel and progressive geo makes it the perfect bike for all-day adventures, but don’t let its efficiency fool you; this bike knows how to have fun. David Lieb took this new purpose-built pedal machine out for its maiden voyage on the flowy trails of Southern California to prove just how playful it can get.

Film/Edit: Ian Howes

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As soon as 20-year-old Squamish local, Ryder Bulfone, received his new Sensor frame, his gears started turning about what the bike could handle. Not long after, Ryder came to us with a concept to show off its capabilities on some of the wild features his home trails have to offer. We knew he’d put the bike through its paces so we were stoked to support his vision!

"The video was super fun to make. When I got sent the frame, I instantly thought we could make a cool video showing it’s versatility, especially in a place like Squamish! Being the end of a busy ski season, I literally went for 1 warm up ride before jumping straight into filming. But like they say, you never forget how to ride a bike!" -Ryder Bulfone

Film/Edit: Griffin Elsley

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UK winters are brutal, and the window to ride can be short; but a bit of bad weather ain’t stopping Ethan Craik. So, when the window opens, Ethan goes straight for the Force Amp+ to squeeze in as many laps as possible. It’s all about cutting the climb time to extend the descents.

Film/Edit: Craik Media

Consistently coming up with the best trick to spot pairing, you can always count on Germany's Sven Avemaria to make it look effortless and easy.

CYFT highlights GT’s up and coming generation of riders. Initially a project to not let the typically bro-cam footage that was stacking up go to waste from those “Hey dude, Can You Film This?” moments. In time, the project gained momentum and evolved into a full-length we couldn’t be more proud of. After initially premiering CYFT on OurBMX.com, we’re now releasing the individual sections

Small in stature, big on style. The La Bomba has been scaled down for next-gen rippers. Built with an ultra-responsive alloy frame, Manitou Machete J-Unit suspension fork, and 140mm GT Power Series Cr-Mo cranks, the La Bomba 24 is ready to rip at the skatepark, pump track, and local jumps.

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A new year means a whole new tour! The Gorrrls over at GT Bicycles went on a 4 day trip, touring some of Florida's famous spots. Join Jesse Gregory, Bethany Hedrick, Rilee Miller and Chelsea Wolfe on the road as they hit up a new park each day, leading into Florideah Swampfest.

With effortless style and tricks for days, Gustavo Balaloka's riding is always easy on the eyes. His section from Can You Film This? exemplifies why this Brazilian native is one of the greatest riders in South America.

Diving down huge rails, blasting transitions, and some never seen before combos... Parker Heath’s section from Can You Film This? ticks all the boxes. After initially premiering CYFT on OurBMX.com, we’re now releasing the individual sections

After initially releasing our new full-length video, Can You Film This? on OurBMX.com, we’re now releasing the individual sections. Let’s kick it off with the intro and Julian Molina’s part.

Fun Facts: Other than one extremely productive day in Los Angeles with Jeff Zielinski, the bulk of Julian’s part was filmed in and around Austin, Texas, with Stew Johnson. For his soundtrack, Julian requsted the track “Miseria” from Medellin, Colombia, based punk band Los Suziox.

CYFT highlights GT’s up and coming generation of riders. Initially a project to not let the typically bro-cam footage that was stacking up go to waste from those “Hey dude, Can You Film This?” moments. In time, the project gained momentum and evolved into a full-length we couldn’t be more proud of.

Power Performer wins Commuter Bike of the Year from Bicycling Magazine and Best Value from Cycling Plus/Bike Radar! ????

 “This trendy, quirky, retro-BMX themed e-bike will put a smile on your face when cruising or commuting.” -Bicycling Mag

The goal of the Power Performer was to put the fun back in functionality by blending BMX durability with urban usability and we’re stoked to have Bicycling Magazine and Cycling Plus recognize that with these awards.  Hit up your preferred GT dealer to grab one today to find out what the hype is about!

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Whether you're looking for a roomy bike to cruise or aiming to shred, you can stretch out the fun on a Fueler 22. Mason Ritter shows you how...

The Fueler 22 has the same full Cr-Mo frame, fork and handlebar build as our highest end BMX models. The 22-inch wheels allow a rider to roll faster with more stability than traditional 20-inch wheels while keeping the same playfulness you’ve come to expect from a modern BMX bike. While bigger riders love these bikes, they’re also the perfect rig for any returning rider who thinks a 20 is might be too small and a 24 is for the old dudes.

Film: Murphy Moschetta

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Can You Film This? is a full length video that highlights its badass roster of up and coming riders. Three years in the making, Can You Film This? was initially a project created to compile the riders’ stacked footage, particularly those spur-of-the-moment clips where they might ask, “Hey, can you film this?” In time, and with enough footage, it evolved into something more.

Can You Film This? features GT riders from around the world including:

• Chelsea Wolfe • Dillon Leeper • Duda Penso • Gustavo Balaloka • James Jones • Jeff Purdy • Julian Molina • Mason Ritter • Michael Dickson • Omar Rios • Parker Heather • Ratty Maty • Shane Leeper • Sullyvan Guaincetre • Sven Avemaria • Tristen Cooper • Albert Mercado • Brian Kachinsky • Dan Conway • Leandro Moreira • Mad Mike • Tate Roskelley

For more cool GT content like below visit “YouTube.com/GTBMXfreestyle.”

Julian Molina stole the show last year at first Rumble In Richmond. When we decided to bump him to the Pro team, we knew delivering the surprise at this years Rumble was a no-brainer. Event hosts Rad Share, are bolstering the future of BMX by building a sense of community, promoting safety, and helping to empower the next generation of riders all in the name of fun and we back that! Without further ado, here's the Rumble In Richmond experience with GT.

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On any given day, you can find 9-year-old, Alex Lantigua, ripping his local skatepark, charging full speed on his Performer 16. Not far behind, his little sister, Lilah, is cruising on her Performer 14. While Alex is pushing his progression and learning new tricks, Lilah is just happy to be outside with her family, exploring the park. The two may ride at different speeds, but they’re both out to have fun. Check out a day at the Mullaly park with Alex and Lilah.

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"Project Evolve is about evolving the UK freeride scene. Holding our first Women's Gravity Jam was about creating a non-competitive event that was all about good vibes, meeting new people who share the same love, and helping progress freeride.

We could not have been more stoked about how well the event went down and we may have more planned in the pipeline! ????????

A big thank you to all the sponsors and revolution bike park who made this event possible! It was a very special day!" -SianDillon

"Slay The Bay is the latest urban adventure from Hans Rey as he traverses the San Francisco Bay area in 5 days. He was joined by Freeride legend Brett Tippie as they explored this iconic city with its beautiful nature and trails on their mountain bikes and ebikes. Along the way they were joined by more superstars as they got to ride the legendary Repack Downhill with some of the original pioneers of mountain biking; Joe Breeze, Charlie Kelly and Otis Guy. And shred the trails in Pacifica with Junior Downhill World Champion Jackson Goldstone. Enjoy this 4K documentary has they explore this California city with its famous landmarks, people, culture and history - has well as many lesser known spots. Special guest appearance by Ancient Astronaut Theorist Giorgio A. Tsoukalos. Get yourself some popcorn and a beverage - let's Slay The Bay."    -Hans Rey

2020 Jr World Cup Overall winner, Ethan Craik, will be moving up to accompany Wyn Masters in Elite DH World Cup, and Ryan Pinkerton will join the team as our Junior racer.  Hailing from Aliso Viejo, CA, this young speed demon has been making quite a name for himself with his dominant performance in the US DH scene.  Don’t let Ryan’s age fool you, this kid is wise beyond his years and ready to prove himself on the world stage. 

Joining GTFR is the culmination of many years of hard work and is the realization of a long-term dream. I was selected to ride for the GT development team 2 years ago with the goal of being selected to join and represent GTFR and immediately enjoyed the family environment and support at GT. It is hard to put into words how excited I am to have achieved that goal and to have realized my dream.  It has been an amazing journey to this point with ups/downs, broken bones and incredible (to me) success.   I cannot express how excited and humbled I am to represent GT bikes on the World Cup DH circuit.  It will be amazing and exceptional to be supported by a truly world class organization. I look forward to being with the GT team, including riders, coaches and staff and seeing where this part of my life journey leads me and what good times await. -Ryan Pinkerton

Kiwi race and freeride phenom, Jess Blewitt, will also be joining Ethan, Wyn, and Ryan on the DH team in her second year of Elite World Cup racing.  Jess linked up with the team last year with the intention of attending a few World Cups, but the vibe was so good she stayed with the team for almost the full year.  Although her season ended with a devastating crash in Snowshoe, Jess proved she was a force to be reckoned with, earning 8^thplace at World Champs and in Maribor, as well as a 3^rd and 2^nd in U21 at the EWS and an invitation to Red Bull Formation. At 19-years-old, Jess is only getting started in her riding career and we can’t wait to see what she accomplishes with the GTFR team!  

I’m super humbled to have received the support I did throughout the 2021 season from GT, but I’m excited to now officially be joining GTFR for my first professional season. I've been a huge fan of GT bicycles ever since I started riding downhill, and I’m stoked to have the opportunity to ride and work with an amazing team. Can’t wait for some good times ahead! -Jess Blewitt 

This year’s Enduro line-up will be led by two female powerhouses – Katy Winton and Noga Korem. Katy is looking to continue to add to her already impressive racing career. Together she and Noga will join Wyn on the EWS circuit.  Last year, Katy ran her own program and ended up 9^th overall in EWS. With the support of the GTFR team, she will have more time to focus on her riding and training, which will be a huge advantage.  The Scotland native is an absolute weapon on the bike, and we cannot wait to see her and Noga dominating the Women’s EWS field!  

I am so excited to join the GTFR crew, to have a big brand supporting a female racer led enduro team was an opportunity I couldn’t turn down. After a year running my own program, I realized for me to perform my best I needed a team setup and GT’s investment in ensuring there are good people and support around the athletes made it an easy decision. It’s good vibes already and I can’t wait to get stuck into racing! -Katy Winton

DH World Cup vet, Cam Cole, will also be joining GTFR as Team Performance Manager, supporting rider performance needs and elevating their physical and mental game.  With six Elite DH World Cup podiums and a Jr. World Champion title under his belt, Cam knows a thing or two about what’s needed to succeed as a racer.  His wealth of experience and down-to-earth mentality will be a priceless asset to the whole crew. 

I’ve come full circle, after 16 years working in various roles across the top level of the mountain bike industry, I’m essentially back where I started. Which is chasing peak performance on the international racing circuit - but this time as a staff member instead of an athlete. The success of GT Factory Racing is something that I am looking forward to contributing to and being a part of for the next two years. I’m extremely grateful to the team and wider GT family who have all welcomed not only myself but all of the new team members onboard and instantly taken us into the family. Looking forward to seeing everyone at all the races in 2022. -Cam Cole 

With the stacked crew of Masters, Craik, Korem, Winton, Blewitt, and Pinkerton, we already know it’s going to be a good year.  Add in the fact that it is GT’s 50^th Anniversary and you have got yourself a recipe for endless GOOD TIMES! 

Thank you to all our team partners for their incredible support. Shimano, Fox, Alpinestars, Michelin, OneUp, Stans, Tannus, FSA, Ethirteen, Krush, ODI, GoPro, Nezium, and Prologo.

We consider our riders to be family, and no one exemplifies that more than Martin Maes. His father, Patric, rode for the brand in the 90’s which means Martin literally grew up in the GT pits. We’ve watched him grow from a shy kid who loved riding bikes to one of the fastest mountain bikers on the planet, all under the guidance of team manager, Mark Maurissen.

"I’ve known Martin and his family since the early ’90s. Well, at least his dad and grandpa! Martin only showed up in 1997. What a ride it has been since then! I’m sad to see him move on, but I’m extremely proud that I’ve had the chance to work so closely on his side along the way. We’ve had ups, downs, many victories, hangovers that come with those, you name it! You’re only getting started in life. I’m convinced you will achieve many more great things in the (near) future and I’ll be cheering you on, no matter what! Cheers Martin, enjoy the ride!"

- Mark Maurissen, GTFR Team Manager

We’ve shared countless memories with Martin over the past 9 years, from numerous podiums as a teenager, his historical back-to-back wins at EWS Whistler, and the DH World Cup in La Bresse, and of course just recently, when he put the new Force Carbon on the top of the EWS podium for the 1st time, and his last time with GT.

"The time spent with Martin was more than a work relationship, it was a journey of growth and memorable accomplishments in so many aspects. Watching him race as a pro at 16 years old and seeing his pure talent was a treat and just knew he was on a path to accomplish great things. Though we shared in many tremendous wins and accolades the memories I will take with me are the talks we had about everything but bikes and racing. Martin is an old soul and cares so much about everyone and everything around him. It has been an honor to watch Martin mature as an incredible athlete but even more so as a man as he evolved from a shy, wide-eyed teenager into one of the sports role models and a doting father. It has been a hell of a ride that I will always cherish. Keep it pinned buddy and keep being you Martino!"

-Steve Spencer, GT Global Sports Marketing Manager

Thank you for all the Good Times, Martino. No matter what logo is who’s on your jersey, you’ll always be a part of the GT family.

Good luck, and we’ll see you at the races!

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The wet and wild trails of Tweed Valley, Scotland would provide the backdrop for the final EWS race of the 2021 season, and Martin Maes’ return to top step on the podium.

After battling personal ups and downs since his last win in 2019, Maes would finally feel like himself on his bike once again. A tough battle would unfold between himself and Jessie Melamed over the two days of racing, but Martin’s laser precision riding would pay off in the end. Heading into the last stage 2 seconds back on the lead, Martin was determined not to be defeated and gave everything he had to take the stage win and the coveted first place overall of the race.

Noga Korem also adapted well to the cold and slick conditions to ride an incredibly strong race. Maintaining her upbeat attitude and consistent speed over the 6 stages she would finish 4th on the day, and round out the season in 5th overall.

Wyn Masters returned to racing after breaking his hand a few weeks prior and rode into a respectable 46th place.

To top off the day, the team would stand together on the podium as third fastest on the day. A celebratory moment for everyone to relish heading into the off season.

Congratulations to Martin and all-of the GT Factory Racing team for an emotional and action-packed season!

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There’re no bad days when you’re living the nomad life. Join Slopestyle rider, David Lieb, as he travels the country in his custom-built van seeking out good times with good people. Follow David’s journey in Nomad Days!

Good spots, good food, and good friends. David is in Santa Cruz, CA for 48 hours and fits in as much riding as possible. After a little warm up at the Cliff Jumps with photographer Chris Wellhausen, David meets up with Garret Mechem, and BMX pro, Matt Ray for a slopestyle session followed by some DH laps to end the day. Hop in the Van, it’s episode two of Nomad Days!

Filmed/Edited: Elevated Perspective

The Avalanche is such a fun and capable hardtail, it makes the run to the corner store as exciting as any day on the trail. Great for progressing your skills, maybe not so great for your snacks.

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Julian Molina and Darryl Tocco are the X Games Real BMX fan favorite for the second year in a row!  Julians section is 90 seconds of pure insanity, showcasing his passion and dedication to BMX with tons of bangers throughout.  Congrats Julian and Darryl, it was well earned!

Giving away free helmets, helping get kids rolling on a dependable bike, and generally stoking the fire that is BMX… Rad Share is doing it right! When they first announced the Rumble in Richmond, an awesome fundraising event to help Rad Share reach more kids, GT was immediately onboard and ready to give back! We cruised into Richmond with some team riders and a bunch of stuff to give away—including a handful of complete bikes. We were fully prepared for the good times.

The day kicked off with the future of BMX… AKA, the kids jam. It was awesome to see a wide variety of riders—in both age and skill, riding together and shredding. Then there was the pallet grind obstacle, constructed courtesy of the Leeper bros, Latane Coghill, and Profile Racing. And finally, the main attraction was the one and only Rumble in Richmond. A nod to classic mid-school dirt jump contests, featuring a behemoth 26-foot set of doubles that required a full-speed sprint just to clear.

The level of riding was through the roof from the likes of Tommy Crail, Larry Edgar, Nathan Halahan, Chelsea Wolfe, Mykel Larrin, and more. But the culmination of the event belongs to GT’s own, Julian Molina. After he just squeaked over the massive jump with the assistance of a tow-in by Larry Edgar (which was an amazing physical feat for them both), Julian went to the moon when he got towed-in by a motorcycle! Julian’s triumph earned him the Best Trick win and it couldn’t have been a more suiting way to wrap up an incredible event. Safe to say, a lot of kids went home with some fresh parts (or even a new bike) and at the very least, a whole lotta stoke and motivation.

For more on Rad Share click here: https://radshare.org/

We set out on a mission to blend BMX style and durability with urban usability to develop a range of bikes that are perfect for anyone wanting a solid ride for cruising, commuting, sending or socializing… and to look good while doing it!

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There’re no bad days when you’re living the nomad life. Join Slopestyle rider, David Lieb, as he travels the country in his custom-built van seeking out good times with good people. Follow David’s journey in Nomad Days!

In the first episode of Nomad Days, David gives the grand tour of his home on four wheels. From the low power draw fridge to the Pinterest decor of the living room, this rig has everything needed to live off the grid without being too off-grid. After a look in the van, David pulls out the La Bomba for a session at the trails and the park. Hop in the van, it’s time for Nomad Days!

Filmed/Edited: Elevated Perspective

With the pedal bike life culture originating from the inner-city where low-income families are the average, we thought it was important to deliver a bike that is still GT reliable, but at a lower more approachable price point.

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When the pavement ends, the fun begins. Perfect for everyday use and casual mountain biking, the GT Aggressor series is the ideal choice for finding new adventures off the beaten path. Whether you’re escaping the city for a weekend or learning to love mountain biking, the trail to freedom starts right here.

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18-year-old Downhiller, Jess Blewitt, is one of the most exciting new riders to watch. Whether it’s steep, technical trails, or massive dirt jumps, Jess ain’t afraid to send it. A former ski racer, she picked up a DH bike in 2018 and by 2021 was the New Zealand Elite National Champion! Her raw, natural talent along with her unwavering dedication, makes Jess a rider you’ll be hearing of for years. Make sure to keep an eye out for her at Red Bull Formation and the UCI Downhill World Cup.

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Photo: Dominic Blissett

Brage Vestavik and Blur Media are your X-Games Real MTB silver medalists and Fan Favorite!  Despite the dark and gloomy Norwegian woods that it was filmed in, their video shows that the future of freeride is bright!  Massive, janky DIY features, crazy drops, short runouts and raw energy made this video a standout that we’ll be watching for years to come.

We sat down with Brage to take a deeper dive into the making of his silver medal winning part.

First off, congratulations on your epic part!  It’s gotten a lot of love from the mountain biking community and beyond, what’s it been like seeing the response to the video?

It still feels unreal. I'm seeing all these new comments coming in and I can't believe it's happening. Blur and I were stoked on the video part, but we could never imagine something like this at all. We were thinking ‘oh, maybe someone will feel the vibe, but maybe most people will think it's too rough and hard and stuff’, but to see everyone just loving it is so crazy. And it's also really cool not just comments saying it's sick. It's really amazing to get those comments with a proper meaning. They actually felt something about the edit, and that is really gratifying to see.

You built some pretty epic features for this edit, how many hours did you spend building?

I think I was out in the woods every day from the end of September till the end of January.  We were out every day, and I don’t think I've ever ridden that little in my life because it was so much digging. It ended up almost the only days I was riding were the days we were shooting. I think we were digging until like two, three at night on the days before shooting. A lot of the days we were digging, it was more just trying to save the trails rather than building, because of snow and rain. We had to buy more plastic to cover the trails, like the drainages and stuff like that. It was a lot of work. I don't know how many hours, but it felt like living in the woods almost. I just remember walking home every night after midnight, just going to bed and then waking up eating and then going down again. It was just like an ongoing thing.  And we couldn't really stop because we saw on the weather forecast that in one week, we have a weekend with no rain so we can finally shoot. We needed to finish the feature because if we couldn’t finish it, we might not get another chance to film. So, every feature was like oh, we finally got a window! We have to workday in and day out to finish it. And then as soon as that was filmed, oh, in two weeks we might get some good weather. We need to finish this one. And then it was just going on like that.

How much help did you have on it?  Who was in your build crew?

It was me and two friends mostly, Sondre who is 15, and then Elias who is 14. And they're really into riding as well and they love digging, but they go to school so I normally started off a little bit earlier and they came down to the woods after school. They joined me almost every day and also for the film day, so it was like they've been through the whole process. My dad and my grandpa helped me a little bit. And I also had two other friends helping me on two different features. One of my friends drove down from really high up in Norway, like six hours down, and stayed at my place for three days and we just went through one feature with him, and another friend that came in to help with the drop in the skinny. So, it's a really small crew. It's been cool to just keep it tight as well. So, no one has really known what was going on and we've been this tight crew and just yeah, it's been sick.

You broke your foot towards the end of filming, tell us what happened.

We were trying to refilm a feature, actually. I'm not keen to tell what it is yet… We're going to drop an extended cut that we're working on. That's going to be pretty cool. We're putting all the crashes, all the digging, and everything into one big edit. And since there’s so much hype about what happened, it's like a mystery in the comments I see, we're going to keep it a little bit secret then. And I think we're going to hype it up for the extended cut.

Did your injury cut filming short, or do you feel like you got everything you wanted done?

I think it was actually good that it happened almost because I was so locked into the project. I think I wouldn't have been able to stop until the end, you know what I mean? Because it has been the only thing, I was thinking about from waking up to going to bed. Oh, I want to refilm that, I wanted to add that, I wanted to do that. And actually, that day I was also re-filming the log to log (because we filmed that earlier in October), we were just jumping on to 360 out, but I wanted to add the crank flip up so that was one of the things we added. I think if the ankle wouldn't have happened, we would have just kept going and going. It was actually good that it was just an ankle if you know what I mean.  Once that happened, we were like, "Okay. We're done now. It's time to edit it down and finish it.” Before, we thought we needed to really push it to the next level and keep going and keep going, but then realized okay, we're done now. It's time to finish it, yeah.

Was there anything you wanted to get done but had to leave on the table?

No, not really. To be honest, I was really scared to injure myself during the whole project, not to be able to get enough footage. So, just to be able to have enough footage, I'm just really stoked on that because I feel like every feature was pretty sketchy. I was tired from digging. It was wet. [The fact] that mostly everything worked out and that we had enough footage was good enough for me. That was all I could want. I'm stoked! We didn't really plan too many features ahead as well. Most of the features really just happened through the project, like coming up with new ideas. Sometimes it was like oh, we're going to build this, but we ended up building something totally different. So, everything just happened through the whole process.

What was the hardest clip you filmed, whether it was building the feature, landing the trick, or getting over a mental hurdle?

I think the manual to tail whip was really hard on the full suspension. I've done it a few times on the hardtail. I was thinking that was going to be easier, but it was so hard to get the pop right. I had so many slams on that one because popping into the whip, I either went backwards or forwards.  The scariest trick to try was the half cab on the skinny. Because we were building that the night before, the drop ended up being a bit higher than I actually thought. I don't know what happened; I think I just blocked it off in my head. I thought it was going to be easier. I was like oh, it's going to be okay, and I just didn't think about it too much. And that day we filmed the 360 off the log first. And then we went to do the skinny half cab and we only had a few hours left with light because the days were really short, so we just went in. And it wasn't until I was standing on the skinny, I was like, "Oh, sh*t. This is really f*cked." Yeah, and that ended up being I think one of the hardest sessions just to get that clip. The first time I tried, I missed the rear wheel and I fell backwards, and I had a really hard slam on my head. And after that slam, we went in really deep into that session. We didn't really talk to each other. We were just like, "Ah!" just screaming and trying to get that clip. And it was so scary. I was so f*cking scared to try it again. But I was standing on the top of the skinny. I always started on the top just to get in the flow. And everyone was like, "AHHH!" just screaming to get it. It was so gnarly. And after I landed it, f*ck, I was so f*cked. My head was just hurting, and I was just lying on the ground and the boys were just helping me out from the woods and stuff. It was pretty gnarly.

What was your favorite clip you filmed? Why?

Probably the half cab skinny.  The thing that made that one really hard is that I don't have a free coaster.  So, it made me do a ... not a half crank, but a little one that I had to stop backwards that made it really tricky. I don't know if people see that though. Probably people think I have a freecoaster.

A lot of people have commented that your features and drops are so massive, but the runouts are super short.  How did you handle that, and why didn’t you build out more of a runway for yourself?

Yeah. To be honest, I didn't really think about it too much because that's how it always been around here because every hill ... There are some really cool hills. I love those woods and the vibes in those woods and the terrain and stuff, but they're really short. Mostly from when I was a kid, every trail we built just ended like that. So, I see everyone says like, "Oh, no run outs," and stuff. I didn't really think about it because I'm so used to that.  And I feel like maybe some of the other riders were thinking like oh, we need to do this trick, we need to add a spin on this trick and to do that. But we were just so stoked to be a part of it, so we were more like okay, let's just do our thing and just be super stoked to just show that, if you know what I mean. We weren’t really pushing for any world firsts and stuff. It was just really doing what we really love. And one thing I can add to that is I'm not watching too many mountain biking videos to get inspired. I'm watching a lot of skating, I'm watching a lot of BMX, skiing. And I feel like some of the features were really inspired by that as well. You can probably see from BMX as well.

You are super tight with your film crew, Blur Media, tells us about the process of how you work together to build your vision and execute a project like this.

It was a really free form. I remember I was actually in Oslo with Blur, working on finishing that B-Rage edit from that trail in Trysil, and we got the invite and of course we thought it was fake and we didn't really believe it. But once we had a meeting with Clay [Harper] and it was real, we of course came up with a lot of ideas and stuff and we planned a lot of stuff, but it ended up just being a big free format thing. We ended up with totally different stuff during the project. And I feel like that's when we work the best as well, when we're just throwing ideas all the time, drawing stuff. Everything was really a free format.  And also with the edit, it all came down to that last week when we were editing. Blur and I are almost like we're best friends. When I jumped in the call with you now, I was just talking to Hermon, just chatting. I think we're talking every day and just throwing ideas, drawing stuff we want to film.  And also, during the project they came to me to help me dig a few days, came down the nights before to help me finish the feature. If they weren’t there, I was calling them on video chat like, "Oh, what do you think about this feature? What do you think about this idea?" It was also editing a little bit during the project. We were always working on the edit together and it almost feels like I'm filming and they're riding sometimes. It feels like we're doing the same thing because we're so into it. Yeah, it's really cool.  Yeah, it's just natural and we're not scared to tell each other stuff, and everyone is kind of on the same vibe as well. I couldn't ask for any better team. It just feels like just friends. It's so cool.

How does it feel to win the Silver Medal?

Dude, it feels so unreal. It's between [Brandon] Semenuk and [Cam] Zink and it's the guys that I've looked up to. I remember when I was seven years old, Zink was one of my biggest idols. I got ‘New World Disorder 7’ and I watched it every day. And to be in a podium with him, I think it's going to take some time to really understand it.

Is there anyone you’d like to thank?

I would like to thank the whole mountain bike scene for appreciating the edit. I never thought anything like this would happen at all and to see all that love is just ... It's so cool.  I feel like Blur and I have had kind of a vision of what we like the last few years and we put out a few edits and stuff. And of course, we went a little bit harder now, but I feel like it's still kind of the same vision and it's so cool to finally see that other people see it as well.

And of course, for the project I would like to thank everyone involved. Of course, Blur, the builders, my dad, my family. Yeah, of course my family, just coming home every night, helping me, getting me some food, washing my clothes and all that stuff. Yeah, it's a tight group, but I can't thank them enough because without them it wouldn't mean anything.

I also want to thank Mysen, my local town, because I think it's so cool that everything is just two minutes out from my doorstep down in this small town. And in the beginning, I was like well, I want to go big, and I feel like we don't have the biggest hills and we don't ... I don't know how I'm going to do it. Like Zink got all this big stuff in Utah and Semenuk is going to go to all these places. F*ck, how am I going to [go big]? I want to do some crazy stuff too. But now I'm really happy that it happened in this small place because I think it made me think ... It makes you think differently. It pushes you to go. You need to use what you have. You have just 20 meters down and okay, what can you do here? And so, now I'm just super stoked that everything happened here. I really wanted a big drop, like a big send, and that was the only place I could find around those houses and stuff, and it just gives that cool vibe in it. It's on the top of the hill and the landing is in the bottom and that's just because that's the biggest hill we got.

Is Tate Roskelley having the most fun on his bike? It definitely looks that way. But his one-of-kind flavor of freestyle doesn’t always come easy. Here’s over 20-minutes worth of insight into what went into making his Wait, What? video part.

Shot/edited: Mike Mastroni

Chelsea Wolfe spent a few days in San Diego recently and had the opportunity to catch a session with Ratty Maty, DeMarcus Paul, and Albert Mercado at a classic SD spot, the Home Ave ditch. The fabled ditch has been a staple spot for multiple generations of riders. And while sessions at the spot have become less prevalent recently, due in part to the skatepark boom of recent years and the abundance of shady characters who now call the ditch home, all of that just adds to the appeal of the spot and in no way makes it any less fun!

Shot/edited: Jeff Zielinski

Add pedal assist to Bike Radar's 2020 gravel bike of the year? Yep, we did that! From the gravel explorer to the daily commuter, this Grade is for riders seeking the fastest route to their next adventure.

Explore the Line!

In honor of International Women's Day, we are highlighting all of our kickass female riders from across the globe. These women know how to keep the good times rolling and we're stoked to support them in what they do.

#IWD2021 #InternationalWomensDay

Wait, what? Is literally what you'll be left saying over and over while watching Tate Roskelley in his latest collection of creative BMX freestyle expression.

Film/Edit: Mike Mastroni

If you’ve ever seen footage or photos of Leandro Moreira flying high, while executing tricks with absolute perfection, unless it were at a big event like X Games, it was most likely at his local stomping grounds, the Caracas trails. Located in the outskirts of Sao Paulo, Brazil, the Caracas trails are so big you can literally see them on the map. They’re also home to Leandro’s upcoming protégé, Gustavo Balaloka. Watching these two ride together is incredibly easy on the eyes. But don’t take our word for it, tune in for the show, and stick around to learn a little about their backgrounds and how they got to where they’re at today.

From remote coal town spots, to Philly cuts, and one insanely-productive day in… Central Florida, nowhere is safe from “Mad Mike” Guth’s brand of East Coast destruction.

Filmed by: Ryan Chadwick, Justin Benthien, Pat Quinn, Dustin Cluewell, Jeff Zielinski, Dan Conway, Brad Wiedlich

Edit: Jeff Zielinski

2020 was a year of doom and gloom, but a few highlights blasted through the darkness to put smiles on everyone's faces, and for GT, Brage Vestavik brought some massive grins (and massive hits) to the world with his jibbing, slashing, and insane sends this past year.

We're proud to announce that we will be continuing on with the B-rage for another 2 years. Brage will also be getting the much-deserved bump to the GT Wing Project, joining forces (and Fury's, get it?) with Hans Rey, Tyler McCaul, David Lieb, and Rachel Strait.

The entire brand family is stoked to have him continuing to blast his good vibes and great riding aboard GT! Cheers Brage!

"I couldn't be more stoked to continue with GT Bicycles for the future! I'm all about Good Times so I feel right at home. Excited to join the Wing [Project] Team with a group of legends!! Lets gooo!!!" -Brage Vestavik

As winter in the UK set in, GT Factory Racing teammates, Wyn Masters, and Ethan Craik, linked up with Coalition rider, Rob Webb, to search out some Good Times before the weather took a turn for the worst. The crew hopped in the van for a 2-day trip hitting a few of their favorite spots.

The crew kicked off the trip with some laps at Rob's local spot, before heading to Bath for a night of street riding.

The alarm was set for an early start the next day to hit up a secret spot with killer tracks. Despite Rob getting his truck epically stuck in the mud, the good times continued as the boys made their way to the Forest of Dean to shred some steeps.

After a day in the woods the crew headed to Bristol for a sunset pump track session.

The last stop of the tour was at Prevail Skatepark for a chill session before everyone went their separate ways.

 There's nothing better than loading up the van with a solid group of friends for a few days of shredding and hanging out.  Until next time, keep the good times rolling!

Filmed/Edited: Josh Harvey

Photos: Josh Harvey

When Kye Whyte went to one of his first events as a pro, he showed up at the track on a mistakenly painted pink bike. The other riders took one look at his rig and assumed he was an amateur. When the gate dropped, Kye quickly put those assumptions to rest. Ever since then, Kye has wanted another pink bike, so we decided to surprise him with a limited edition pink Speed Series!

Film / Edit: Last Light Cinema

The new 2021 GT Mach One is the perfect BMX race machine to get new riders into the sport. That's why we decided to celebrate the launch of this year's lineup by donating 12 Mach One’s to the Peckham BMX Club in London, England, and inviting a crew of young riders for a test session with BMX superstar brothers, Tre and Kye Whyte. At the end of a fun day ripping laps, we gave one lucky shredder the opportunity to take home their own Mach One. Check it out to see who wins!

Film / Edit: Last Light Cinema

It is with much sadness that we bid adieu to the nicest man in mountain biking with the meanest whip - Bernardo Cruz. When we met Bernardo in 2010 we immediately fell in love with him, and felt like he had to be a part of the GT family. At the time he was racing WC's and killing the whip game but was rapidly becoming the face of gravity cycling in Brazil. Over the years Nardo became a global household name, a skilled racer, whip master and a hero of urban DH. It has truly been many years of Good Times with Nardo, and we are devastated to see him go, but we know it's his time to move on to a bright new future.

Adeus e Obrigado Bernardo Cruz!

"Bernardo has always been our little Brazilian brother with the biggest heart. Full of positivity and willing to help anyone at any time he is one of the most genuine and selfless people you will ever meet. But behind the humble smile and calm demeanor is one of the nastiest whips in the game and smooth style. Every moment spent with Nardo has been memorable and will greatly miss chasing him around. Much love amigo and all the best in your future." -Steve 'Coach' Spencer, Sports Marketing Manager

"Nardo! I feel like it was just yesterday when we first met in Whistler in 2011!

Incredible how fast time passes, from our many laps in Whistler to an incredibly memorable ride in Les Gets in summer 2018 (one of my first big rides back from my injury!). Thank you for being an incredible athlete, friend, and ambassador for the sport. I’ve always admired your ability to make time for everyone and treat everyone with kindness. We are all lucky to have worked with you for so many years.

Change is progress and inevitable in many ways! Stoked to hear about the next chapter of your career. We’ll always cherish the moments we’ve had and looking forward to seeing you putting many more smiles on people's faces." -Andrew Cho

"Bernardo it’s always been a good time together! Our time at Valpo last year was nothing but good times and I’m going to miss you on GT, now I’ve gotta make it to Brazil to check out your epic spot and help with some coaching one day. All the best for your new endeavors bro, awesome to see you pushing the sport so well in Brazil!" -Wyn Masters

"Great Nardini! I still remember the first time I saw you hit Crabapple in Whistler...and I was like damn, that Brazilian kid can whip better than all of us, and we're all f*cked! Didn't know that we'd end up on the same team at some point, and once we got to ride together more you quickly became one of my favorite people to get sideways with and share a good laugh. Bummed to see you leave the GT fam but I'm stoked for what you have to come, and I hope to crack some whips with you sometime soon amigo!" -Tyler McCaul

"It was such a hard decision to change because I can honestly say that GT was super important to help myself to have my house, my car, to build up my life. I just have to say thanks and to be thankful for all of these years, to all of these good moments and good memories. You guys for sure make part of my history and this is going to be forever.

The best thing about GT for me is that it's not just about good results it's about having fun with the bikes, having fun with friends. This for me means love because when we love bikes we just have good times and good moments with friends. This is the most important thing about GT. You don't have to be the fastest guy or the best guy you just have to have your bike, have good times with friends, and enjoy the moment. That's why I love GT so much." -Bernardo Cruz

We love you too Nardo. Boa Sortel!

This is what happens when you give one of the most creative riders in BMX free reign in a grocery store… Where the average person sees shelves of goods and linoleum floors, Tate Roskelley finds all the ingredients needed to produce some top-shelf riding unlike anything you've seen before.

Film / Edit: Paul Oblock

Chris Akrigg is changing his name to Chris E-krigg and is going full boost mode on his Force Amp. Chris is charged up and ready to go Full Force!

Filmed/Edited: Will Evans

"The plan for this video with Edgar, was to put all the things I enjoy into one video. My downhill bike, the GT Fury, steep loamy trails and a couple jumps, with a good metal song.." -Eliott Lapotre

Filmed/Edited: Edgar Hans

We're still riding the stoke from having Julian Molina join the GT squad last month and now we're keeping it going with his welcome video. Shot entirely in Barcelona after wrapping up the #VansTheCircle video contest with the 360BS shop team, Julian's been on a tear lately and we're so hyped for him!

Filmed by: Chris Tilk

Edit: Jeff Zielinski

The GT Factory Racing team capped off the DH World Cup season with a doubleheader in Lousa, Portugal last weekend. It was a rough and natural track, but fair weather conditions kept it running well for both rounds. Wyn Masters and Martin both had positive weekends, but the big story of the event was first-year Junior Ethan Craik.

In round 3 Ethan put down an absolutely flawless run, giving him his first World Cup win in his first season. Going into the final race, Ethan was sitting in 2nd place overall, and only a few points shy of the junior overall title. Ethan kept his run smooth and consistent, picking up another podium with a 3rd place finish. This would be all he needed to take the overall title! Despite being a short, intense, and unusual season, Ethan kept his composure and stayed consistent in every round. We couldn’t be more proud of Ethan and we can’t wait to see what he does in a full season!

Team Manager, Mark Maurissen, couldn’t be more stoked for his junior rider, “So happy for Ethan to make the transfer from BMX to DH the way he’s doing! He’s a born racer. With his skills he will get faster race by race!”

Filmed/Edited: Jules Bellot

Photos: Boris Beyer

Wyn walks the track in Lousa, Portugal to see who's ready to seal up the season with the final two World Cups of the year.

The first race in Lousa is all bottled up, and Wyn's got the post-race trackside intel.

Wyn cracks a cold one and gets the low down on the last race of the season!

Filmed/Edited: Jules Bellot

Holy hell! Dan Conway coming at you with an over the top street onslaught. This five minute tour de force has it all—from cutty, tech, deadman, and everything in between. Conway truly is one sick mutha f_cker. Hit play and get ready to be blown away.

Filmed by: StinkPit Crew, Justin Benthien, Ryan Howard, Trent Lutzke, Andrew Brady, Kim Nickels, Jeff Zielinski

Edit: Jeff Zielinski

It was a big weekend of racing in Maribor with rounds 1 & 2 of the UCI Downhill World Cup. Junior, Ethan Craik, came out swinging, placing 4th in his first-ever WC race, and followed it up on Sunday with a strong 9th place finish. Martin Maes was loving the wet weather in round 1 and grabbed the 9th spot. He put down another solid run on Sunday and finished the weekend in 22nd. Wyn Masters kept it smooth and clean all weekend placing 41st in round 1 and 51st in round 2. Now it's time to head to Lousa for another doubleheader!

Filmed/Edited: Jules Bellot

Parker Heath broke his foot back in March while riding a massive ledge in Los Angeles. Only a few days later, after getting the upsetting news that he'd have a few months off the bike and miss out on a summer full of travel, contests, and filming, the world went into lockdown from the COVID pandemic. With nothing else much to do, Parker turned his attention towards taking care of himself physically and working on his artistic outlets, which include painting, ceramics, photography, and more...

Wyn gets on track to talk to riders as they saddle up for another big week of racing.

After a muddy day in Maribor, Wyn checks in with the riders to see who's ready to Krush some more racing on Sunday.

Wyn hits the pits and gets to grips with everyone after the second race of the 2020 season in Maribor.

Filmed/Edited: Jules Bellot

Muddy would be an understatement to describe the World Champs track in Leogang. Riders could only hold on for dear life and hope to get down the hill in one piece. Not only was it Noga Korem's first World Champs, but it was the first time Israel had a female racer in the event and she made sure to make her country proud. Noga put it all on the line and cracked the top 10, landing herself in 8th place! It was also the first World Champs for Junior, Ethan Craik, who battled his way through the brutal conditions into 11th on the day. This was Wyn Masters' 11th World Champs of his career and the toughest one yet. Wyn would hold on for 39th and happy to finish the day with no major issues. It was definitely a World Championships for the books!

Filmed/Edited: Jules Bellot

After a brutal World Champs race, Wyn hits the pits to see who survived.

Filmed/Edited: Jules Bellot

Noga Korem, Ethan Craik, Wyn Masters, and special guest, Tom Isted, made their way to Innsbruck, Austria to take part in the last Crankworx stop of the year.

Filmed/Edited: Jules Bellot

Wyn cranks out the post-race interviews at Crankworx Innsbruck.

Filmed/Edited: Jules Bellot

Short but sweet, the 2020 Enduro World Series is a wrap. The season ended in beautiful Finale Ligure with a tough course but some of the best racing conditions of all three stops. Although Martin Maes was still recovering from an injury sustained in Pietra Ligure, he couldn’t pass up the chance to race and still ended up top 10! Wyn was feeling good and flowing through the course, ending up in the 35th. Noga put down a killer effort against a stacked field, she would end up 7th but with only a few seconds separating her from the podium. Shout out to the GT Factory Racing for keeping the Good Times rolling through a tough year! Cheers!

Filmed/Edited: Jules Bellot

“This has been a long time coming, my first proper project on the Dirt Jump bike. I finally had everything in place to make it happen as I recently finished my Compound; it was the perfect time to do it. My Compound and Decoy Trails are the perfect mix, I couldn’t be more stoked with how it turned out.”

-Tom Isted

Video by: Ryan Hallet

Photos by: Ian Lean

After wrapping up an absolutely shocking race in Finale, Wyn Masters chats with Elliott Heap, Bernard Kerr, Ed Masters, Martin Maes, Andréane Lanthier Nadeau, and more to find out what went down.

Filmed/Edited: Jules Bellot

Hot weather, long stages, and massive climbs. Vibe out with Martin Maes, Wyn Masters, Noga Korem, and the GTFR crew as they ride, relax and race in Pietra Ligure, Finale for round 2 of the Enduro World Series.

Filmed/Edited: Jules Bellot

It's Wyn TV from round 2 of the Enduro World Series in Pietra Ligure. After an ice cream and a beer, Wyn roams the pits to Krush a few interviews with Remi Gauvin, Florian Nicolai, Eddie Masters, Isabeau Courdurier, Melanie Pugin, Jack Moir, and many more.

Filmed/Edited: Jules Bellot

The Making of B-Rage

An Interview with Brage Vestavik

How did this new trail come about?  Was it something you’ve been planning for a while?

I’ve loved trail building since I started riding, but I have always just been building by hand. So, to get a big crew of shapers and machines has been a dream for years. I have been riding for Trysil Bike Arena for a few years, just haven’t been digging for them until this year. Me and the Boss Olve have been talking about building my own section for a while and we finally made it happen this summer. So pumped and really thankful Trysil Bike Arena gave me this opportunity and trusted me.

Why Trysil? How did your connection with the arena start?

I have always been a fan of Trysil and how they get normal people into loving bikes. Everyone can enjoy Trysil and I’m having as much fun on the blue trail as the black trail. The trails have a lot of variation and gives you a good opportunity to be creative. Riding around in the park is like an adventure in the woods, haha! I started riding for Trysil Bike Arena a few years ago and been loving it. To see families and people that never rode before smile and love it, inspires me a lot. It also fits really well because it’s a GT Bike park and if I were to say one word about the park, it would be GoodTimes.

What was your inspiration for the track?  Did you model it after something you’ve ridden before or is it something that you haven’t seen and wanted to ride?

I think most of the inspiration for the track just comes out from my head and imagination. From things I have seen in edits and places I have been riding. When I was about 7 years old I got my first MTB DVD, called NWD 7. Legendary movie. I watched that every day and other DVDs seeing the Freeriders build stuff out in the woods. I started building in my yard at that time and had trails in my yard till I was around 14. For sure a lot of inspiration from that time. To be honest, I didn’t plan too much. We waked the track before building it and had an idea of where it was going and kinda went from there the day after. I had some features in mind, but a lot of the digging was freestyle.

You’ve built a ton of trails in the past, but this was your first time working with big machines. What was that like?

It was really cool to just point and than 30 minutes later there is a huge pile of dirt moved by the machine. The fast progress was for sure fun. It was also pretty different and hard to have that fast progress. Normally when I’m digging with spade we can spend a few weeks working on one jump, and you can test and get the speed right. Now, building with a few machines, suddenly we had 3 jumps in a row without testing one of them, and they just had to work haha. So, I have defiantly learned a lot.

Do you prefer the big equipment or building by hand?

It’s hard to say what I prefer… it depends what and how big you are building, also how much time you have before it has to be done haha. But by heart I think the shovel and hands stand the closest! Most of the work I have been doing during this project has been by spade, anyway, shaping and making everything smooth by hand tools.

What was the hardest part of building this trail?

The long steep landing of the step down near the bottom was defiantly one of the hardest parts. To shape and pack it, we had to use ropes and a few people up and down the steep hill with the heavy Wackerpacker. But the whole build in general was pretty hard for the body. Getting up at 6 every day and digging around 12 hours a day gets heavy after 3 weeks. We kinda had to be done with the trail and filming it within one month. The last few days of digging was heavy, and I ended up pretty burnt out in bed sweating for a few days before we started filming. To cover the whole trail in the next few days we had to go deep in the sesh, with filming from morning till night. But super stoked we got everything done! :) That whole month is one of the sickest, but also one of the heaviest months of my life.

What’s your favorite feature of the track?

I’m stoked on how the trail flows together and that you have different options to ride a few of the features. But I think my favorite feature on the track must be the wall ride section with the small hip into the wooden wall ride. You also have an option to ride the small hip straight and just use the lip for the wall ride as a step down! Good Fun! :)

What was the inspiration for the big boner log entry to the track?

Its inspiration from old school free ride for sure. I love that stuff and have always loved it since I was a kid. I used to build skinnies like that in the garden when I was a kid, just not as tall as this haha. And it’s cool to start the trail off with a proper send. The start of the trail is also located in a really public place, and I think the big wooden drop looks really cool and sets the vibe for the trail.

What do you think people will enjoy most about the trail?

I think people will enjoy that it’s pretty different than any other Bike Park trails, especially in Norway. I feel most Bike Park trails you can just do lap after lap. But I feel this trail is more like a line of Dirt Jumps, the features are steeper and more tech. You kinda get more respect for the features and it’s enough to just sesh a few of the jumps in the trails rather than doing lap after lap. I miss that sesh feeling in the Bike Parks, it used to be a lot more of that when I was a kid and Dirt Jumping was more popular.

The weekend we released the edit we went up to Trysil to have a little test session on the trail with a few of my friends in Norway and honestly its been a long time since I’ve seen them that stoked. They had never seen any of the trail before and we just went to the top of the trail and worked our way down. We didn’t hype up the session for the public, but we still got a big crowd of hyped people and kids watching, loving it, it was so awesome to see. It was almost as cool to see them ride it than for me to ride it for the first time. To see the stoke and the screams from them hitting the features was such a sick feeling.

What was the most fun part of building the track?

The whole building process was so much fun and everyone had such a good time together. Such a cool little group of people. We had a lot of fun together every day and we figured out everything together. Everyone talked together and agreed before moving on. Times I will remember for the rest of my life and I think everyone learned bit from everyone. 

Do you have any plans on building more tracks like this?

I would definitely love to build more like this in the future. This trail is a double black and has some big gaps, but I think it would be really cool to build something in-between this trail and what’s already in Trysil. I don’t have anything this big planned at the moment, but I would love to work on something next year for sure! :)

I’m in my hometown Mysen at the moment and super fired up to start digging some new stuff I’ve been thinking about all summer here in the local woods by spade!

What is your long term hopes that this trail will bring to Trysil?

I hope it will bring some stoked people. Especially stoked kids that can shred it in the future. I even think it’s really good for the little kids to just ride past and see, so they know it’s possible to ride, and have something to dream about riding in the future. I also really hope we can bring some international riders over to shred and enjoy the trail! It would also be awesome to run sessions and a jam with my friends from around the world! I wanna bring the stoke and the love for bikes. I’m pretty sure it will bring that after seeing the riders from the test session.

You have been working with the Blur media guys for a while and always keep it creative and fresh. What was your filming goals working with them?

I love working with my bros, Blur Media. Always good times and we always go deep in the sesh. I just want everyone to perform the best they could. Everyone work so well together, and we are not afraid to tell each other stuff. They got a new camera, and this was our first project with it. Working with two big cameras was really helpful for everyone. I would say my filming goal working with them, is just to go out there and do our thing. Normally, we don’t plan stuff too much, we just go out there and make it happen. I feel like we are always creative and are able to come up with some sick stuff together.

Stoked on everything and can’t wait for more! :)

 Photos by: Jonas Sjögren, Trysil

After a long wait, the 2020 Enduro World Series season finally kicked off in Zermatt, Switzerland. Due to crazy weather conditions including freezing temperatures, torrential rain, and snow flurries, the race was shortened to two stages as a safety precaution. Wyn Masters had a solid day, finishing 26th, and of course, kicking off his Wyn TV series after the race. Noga Korem had a bit of bad luck on stage one with a mechanical, which would take her out of contentions for the podium. Martin Maes started his season off on the right foot, finishing second on the day. It was a wild start to the season but the team was stoked to get back to some racing!

Wyn TV is back for the first round of the EWS in Zermatt, Switzerland. Wyn ‘brakes’ out the rotor mic and checks in with Bernard Kerr, Morganne Charre, Greg Callaghan, Nico Vouilloz, Jack Moir, Martin Maes, and others to see how their first day back at school went.

With tricks for days and style for miles, Noah Miranda makes BMX look easy on the eyes. After joining the team earlier this summer, Noah got to work filming straight away—at his local Tucson stomping grounds, Premises Park and a stint in San Diego.

DeMarcus Paul on GT? You heard right! And we couldn't be more stoked! Getting Deemo on GT was literally, meant to be, as Product Manager Ben Ward put it, "When I first came on board with GT I made a short list of riders I wanted on the team and DeMarcus was on that list. At the time he was starting to blow up and got his first signature line by the time GT was in a good place to reach out. Not wanting to disrupt what he had going on, we decided to hold off. Low and behold 5 years later the opportunity presented itself to talk to DeMarcus and we had Jeff Z reach out. The rest is now GT history."

With race season finally maybe hopefully on the horizon, GTFR athletes Wyn Masters, Martin Maes, and Ethan Craik head to Les Orres, France, to re-connect, ride bikes and, have some good times together.

Now more than ever, getting out for a rip around your local spot is the perfect way to reset the mind, body, and soul. And for when you’re ready, we’ve got you covered with the all-new Zaskar LT. We’ve given the king of hardtails a new frame and more attitude, it’s designed for riders who put the value in the simple stoke of a great ride, without any fuss. #goodtimes

Chapter 1: The Birth of the RTS and a Major Upset at the '92 World Championships

#TBT - We wouldn’t be where we are today without our first full-suspension mountain bike, the RTS. Check out how it all got started in chapter 1 of 'Full Travel' a documentary from Pipeline Digital Media which takes a look back at GT's history of suspension development.

The UCI World Championships is one of the most anticipated downhill events of the season. Every year, riders not only bring their A-game to the track but to their bike too. From custom color and graphics to super blinged-out rigs, riders pull out all the stops for Worlds, and Wyn Masters is no different. 

For the 2019 World Champs, Wyn partnered with Lars Diedenhofen from 70id to come up with this Maori Marble Masterpiece.  The inspiration for the marble paint scheme came from a bike Wyn saw fellow Kiwi, Casey Brown, ride. Since black and white are the national NZ colors, Wyn figured "it would be cool for a Worlds bike".  Wyn says his favorite aspect of the bike is "the WynTV logo along with the NZ fern...have to say, this is my favorite Worlds bike so far."

Wyn isn’t too picky about his set up, “I’m more of a set and forget kinda rider,” he claims, “but I do like my brakes to be quite even and have the same bite point, so sometimes that can take some extra bleeds.” When you’re pinning it down some of the gnarliest tracks in the world, it’s always nice to know your brakes are dialed!

Spec:

Fork: Fox 49 with custom decals

Shock: Fox DHX2 550 spring

Stem: Race Face direct mount

Handlebar: Race Face SIXC carbon 35mm rise bar, 780mm

Headset: FSA headset

Grips: ODI ELITE Pro lock-on

Brakes: Shimano XTR 9120 brakes, 203mm rotors

Saddle: Fabric Scoop Flat custom colors

Seat Post: Race Face Turbine

Seat Collar: Hope

Hubs: Stan's Neo Ultimate

Rims: Stan's Flow EX3 rims. 27.5 rear and 29 front

Tires: Schwalbe Magic Mary front + rear Ultra soft

Shifter: Shimano SAINT

Cranks: Shimano SAINT 165mm

Cassette: 7 speed cassette

Pedals: Shimano SAINT SPD Pedals

Photos by Sven Martin

What happens when one of the world’s fastest bike racers challenges one of the fastest (to scale) vehicles on the planet? Well, you’ll have to watch to find out!

Ready to take a break from your screen? We’re teaming up with Boxpalm for some off-screen fun while we’re all #ridingthisout together! Download this free coloring page for your chance to win some awesome goodies! If your device is your coloring tool, screen shot the artwork and get busy!

Here’s how to play:

1. Download the free coloring page here.
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3. Follow @boxpalm, @gtbmxfreestyle and tag two of your most creative friends with the hashtag #ridingthisout
4. For the next three weeks we’ll pick our favorite each week to feature on our page and send a sweet prize pack which includes a t-shirt, sticker pack, Boxpalm seat and pad set!

Since returning back to his home state of Florida, 12-time X Games medalist, Ronnie Renner, has made it his mission to share his love for motors and pedals with his family, friends, and community. He teamed up with GT and Industry 9 shredder David Lieb to share their combined passions for two-wheeled sports in 4TheKidInYou. Join Ronnie and David in FL for some pure good times.

Also, a special thanks to Industry Nine who has stepped up to help battle the COVID-19 outbreak. Partnering with other local North Carolina based companies, they're assisting in the production of much-needed PPE materials to manufacture 1,000,000 face shields a month. However, they're still looking to do more.  As they continue to pivot their manufacturing efforts towards combating the virus, please share any tips or contacts on how they can use their machine shop to assist in machining components for ventilators to theeffort@industrynine.net.

Produced by:

HAUG FILMS

Motion/Edit:

Steven Haughelstine

Brian Wulf

Elizabeth Leilani

Stills/Copy:

Burke Lawrence

Wilton, Conn. – February 3, 2020 – GT Bicycles, a brand of Dorel Industries, Inc. (TSX: DII.B, DII.A), is proud to welcome mountain bike (and all-around cycling) legend Chris Akrigg to the family for 2020.

Since first popping onto the scene many years ago, Chris Akrigg has always had an amazing talent for riding bikes. Hailing from Yorkshire, England, Chris began his career as a trials athlete becoming a six-time British Trials Champion and winner of several Red Bull contests including the Red Bull Bike Battle, Red Bull Cobble Wobble, and the Red Bull Mini Drome in London.

However, Chris is probably most famous for sharing his bike-handling skills with the globe through insane self-produced video edits like A Hill in Spain and As It Lies. His unique style and ability to ride any terrain on all kinds of sketchy setups on a wide variety of bikes, has created a huge fanbase throughout the bike community.

When opting for the right rig to ride across one of his haphazard DIY setups for an edit, Chris says that he loves to mix things up and challenge himself. “The inspiration to how I pick my bike normally comes from just finding a cool location,” he said. “That’s my favorite part of riding – working out how to ride in a new place, and finding lines where there aren’t really any...As for bike choice, I feel it sort of goes through a cycle, I try not to ride one bike too much, but my favorites are trial and enduro bikes.”

After being asked about what he has up his sleeve for 2020, Chris mentioned that he a few plans, “but you’ll have to wait and see! I have a new fleet of bikes and my motivation and inspiration are high, and I can’t wait to get stuck into my first project under the GT banner.”  

The team at GT is looking forward to seeing how Chris will continue to amaze audiences around the globe with his off-the-wall stunts in the next year.

Check out GT Bicycles on Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter, and follow Chris Akrigg on Instagram.

Photos by: James Welsh

 Wilton, Conn. – January 24, 2020 – GT Bicycles, a premium brand of Dorel Industries (TSX: DII.B, DII.A), welcomes Brage Vestavik of Norway back to the brand as a global athlete.  

A self-proclaimed “shred-Viking,” Brage rips on any bike he picks up; from BMX to Downhill, he attacks the terrain with the same savagery and capability. “There are a lot of new bikes since the last time I rode for GT, so I’m pumped to ride them all,” Brage said when asked about the bikes he’ll be riding this year. “I’m really excited about the Force; I think it will be my go-to bike for everything, from street to DH to the bike park. I’m also really keen to ride a BMX bike at some point too.”

In addition to competing at core events like Down Hill World Cups and Red Bull Hardline, Brage creates some of the wildest videos on the internet. His Instagram series, #b_rage, a collection of kooky clips, Brage manages to capture on a daily basis, is always a top trending hit. In fact, his latest shred-it, “Time is Now,” had the internet buzzing – it was viewed over 60,000 times in less than a month!

 When not riding, Brage can be found digging at his local trails and creating new weird and interesting features.  He’s a dedicated builder who loves immersing himself in his work, “When I’m working on a feature, that’s all I’m thinking about,” he explained. “Even when I’m not digging, I’m thinking about that feature, how I’m going to finish it, ride it, or film it.”  This year, Brage will work as a trail builder at GT-sponsored Trysil Bike Arena in Trysil, Norway.

 “Trysil will be the first bike park I’m able to help with building, so I’m really excited for that! I have some cool ideas!” Brage added, “What I love about Trysil is that everyone can have fun there, I have the same amount of fun on the Blue trail as the Black trail.”

Over the next year Brage will continue to build unique setups and produce mind-blowing content.  When asked about his plans for 2020, Brage said, “I’m just keen to ride and have as much fun as possible! I’ll do a few races, go to some cool events, ride Trysil Bike Arena a lot, build trails and film. I’ll be working on an edit with my good friends, Blur Media, that I’m super excited about. I’m also really keen for Red Bull Hardline again!”

Follow Brage on Instagram: @bragevestavik

Photos by: Mayhe Media

Wilton, Conn. – January 22, 2020 – GT Bicycles, a premium brand of Dorel Industries, Inc. (TSX: DII.B, DII.A), today announced the newest addition to the Wing Project – David Lieb. While part of the GT family since 2018, David now joins the ranks of the brand’s elite ambassadors including Hans Rey, Tyler McCaul, Rachel Strait, Bernardo Cruz, and Tom Isted.

Since joining GT, David has competed in some of the biggest slopestyle events against the best riders in the world. In 2018, David took home third at the Fox US Open Whip Off, in Killington, Vermont. He also put down one of the best performances of his career at the 2019 Fox US Open of Slopestyle at Highland Mountain Bike Park where he threw down banger after banger against the likes of Nicholi Rogatkin, Erik Fedko, and fellow GT athlete Tom Isted which landed him on the top step of the podium.

“The first time I saw David ride was on the webcast of the Colorado Freeride Fest. I had never heard of him and was blown away when he dropped in and started absolutely slaying the course,” said Tyler McCaul upon his first encounter with David. “It’s been fun watching him grow as a rider since then. The kid rips at everything he does and couldn’t possibly be any nicer of a dude. Welcome to the team Liebster!”

David Lieb came up through the Michigan BMX scene where he looked up to riders like Chris Heath, Brandon Dosch, and Danny Gallup. “The Michigan shredders definitely helped me get to where I am today.” However, it was working as a mechanic at Spoke Life Cycles bike shop in Ohio where David was able to sink his teeth into MTB. “The transition just made sense with my riding style and the things I wanted to be doing with my bike!” So, after making the transition from BMX to mountain biking, David never really looked back.

“We’ve known Dave since he was a kid, a shop employee, and now as a pro,” said Don DiBartolomeo. “We knew he was destined for greater things. He’s truly what this sport needs, and we’re stoked for the world to see his impact.”

As a member of the Wing Project David will continue to travel the globe competing in as many slopestyle and FMB events as possible, with a goal to earn a spot at Red Bull Joyride during this year’s Crankworx Whistler. GT Bicycles is excited to see what David unleashes on the scene next.

Follow David on Instagram: @davidlieb_

 Photos by: Burke Lawrence & Peter Jamison

“I’m stoked to have Johannes and Ethan join the crew for some fast racing and good times,” said Maurissen, GTFR Team Manager.  “When you add Martin, Noga and Wyn into the mix, you know we’re in for another spectacular season. Fans can expect some more crossover between EWS and DH too. We’ll see you soon at the races!”

No stranger to the UCI Downhill World Cup series, Johannes raced for MS Mondraker during the 2018 season, then as a privateer in 2019.  Working in his family’s restaurant in Munich, Germany funded Johannes’s race season. He even raced with a phone in his pocket in case of a work emergency.  Johannes is excited to shed his privateer status because “being part of GTFR means that I’ll have bigger opportunities and more time to work on technical aspects of the sport.” He added, “I will have more free time at race weekends next season, and I will use that time to work on skills that could make me a faster racer.

Aside from being one of the fastest privateers on the circuit, Johannes quickly became a fan favorite last season for his unconventional use of denim jeans as racing pants, earning him the nickname “Denim Destroyer.”  Johannes has no plans of hanging up the jeans any time soon, “I’ll keep my denims, and Alpinestars can help me finally get some good-looking ones!”

2020 will be Ethan Craik’s first year racing in the Downhill World Cup.  His BMX racing background has given him some serious bike handling skills which he’s excited to unleash on the steep tracks of the World Cup.  “I’ve always wanted to race at the top level in my sport, and I’m so thankful for GT giving me this amazing opportunity,” said Ethan. “To ride and have fun with a selection of the sport’s greatest like Martin, Wyn and Noga is truly amazing.”  Since breaking onto the scene, Ethan has been running the mixed wheel set up that has paid dividends for Martin, and he’s excited to keep dialing it in with the GTFR team.

As GT welcomes new additions to the team, the brand will say goodbye to others. After an eventful two years, George Brannigan will part ways with GTFR. Joey Foresta will continue on as GT’s North American gravity assassin with a focus on marquee gravity events in US and Canada including the Pro GRT, Sea Otter, Crankworx and more.

As GTFR welcomes new additions to the team, the brand will say goodbye to others.  After an eventful two years, George Brannigan will be moving on. Joey Foresta will continue on as GT’s North American gravity assassin with a focus on marquee gravity events in US and Canada including the Pro GRT, Sea Otter, Crankworx and more.

Follow Johannes and Ethan on Instagram:

Johannes von Klebelsberg - @denim_destroyerr

Ethan Craik - @ethancraik

Just outside of Liskeard Cornwall in the UK, Tom Isted makes the most of his handbuilt short but steep local spot. Railin' Ruts aboard his Force 29 during a cold and wet December day, Tom turns the trails into his very own mosh pit!

Filmed/Edited by Ryan Hallett

Check out more details here.

Numerous electrical boxes, a metal cage, the side of a building, and more… Albert Mercado applies his GT Safe Street PC pegs all over downtown San Diego. The Safe Street pegs are 110mm long, weigh 4.94oz./each, feature laser-etched GT logos, and come ready for 14mm axles with 10mm adapters. Sold individually and available now. Ask for them at your local GT dealer or favorite mailorder. #practicesafestreet

Check out more details here.

The Shred N Shed Pool Tire is tough and grips well on all surfaces—perfect for the rigors that Tate Roskelley puts a tire through. A unique feature of the Shred N Shed is the second colored layer which is slowly revealed from the wear of riding. Additional features include non-directional tread with a micro-knurled surface, Quick Release grind friendly sidewalls, max 60PSI. Available in all black with red or grey second shed layer, in 2.3” only.

20 x 2.30”
Inflated Width: 2.37” (60mm)
Inflated Diameter: 20.60” (523.2mm)
Max Pressure: 60 psi
Weight: 31.40oz
• Non-directional tread
• Micro-knurled surface
• Quick Release grind friendly sidewall 

Check out more details here.

After a dominant start to 2019, Martin Maes’ race season came to an abrupt halt with an unexpected 90-day suspension. Not one to be stopped by adversity, Martin channeled his frustration and energy into downhill racing, his return to the top of the EWS podium and took some much needed time to have fun with old friends.

This is the story of how Martin Maes made the most of his 2019 season and still came out on top.

Filmed and edited by Last Light Cinema.

Check out more episodes here.

"The GT brand has always been one of my passions since I first started taking my son to the track more than 45 years ago. It’s exciting to see my son Craig developing and building frames and forks like I did back in the day, and we’re looking forward to doing this with GT." -Gary Turner

Only 100 limited edition frame, fork, seat post and handlebar sets of the original 1979 26” BMX Cruiser design will be produced. The new framesets will be the first GT Bicycles made in the United States in almost 20 years. They will be designed with the same 1 1/4” toptube and downtube outer diameter as well as an American bottom bracket, and 5/8” thick chainstays. The dropouts will be beefed up from the original 1/8” to 3/16” for added strength. The headtube will be updated from 1” to 1 1/8” to accommodate modern headsets and forks.

Check out the bikes here.

Tyler McCaul has been a part of the Rampage family since he first watched his big brother Cam huck himself off the Utah cliffs back in 2008. Since those early years, he's grown from grom spectator to 'El Nino' of Rampage to being one of the staple athletes to come back and better himself year after year.

For 2019, Tyler and fiancee Skye made the move from California to Virgin, Utah, so Tyler could dig, ride, and prepare for Rampage like he's never been able to before. We spent a few days with Tyler at his new home as he waits for the perfect break between windstorms, fine-tunes his arsenal of tricks and allows himself the time needed to be as ready as he can be for the most insane event of the year.

"This year at Rampage we're riding for Jordie Lunn, who was just as much family to me as he was a friend. A one of a kind human who could change the mood of any room he walked into for the better. Forever Jordie Lunn... Forever Rough AF." - Tyler.

Filmed by Justin Olsen.

Edited by Last Light Cinema.

Check out more episodes here.

We gave our full suspension line a little EFI (Electronic Fun Injection) to go big with the Force GT-E range. This is a “performance-enhancing” version of the podium proven LTS suspension platform. With 29” wheels and 150mm of travel, the Force GT-E range is so much fun, it should be e-legal.

Check out the full line here.

It's the final EWS of the 2019 season. Martin Maes is back on his enduro bike and ready to finish the year the way he started - winning. Noga is sitting comfortably in second overall and looking to tie up her spot without any drama and Wyn is nursing an injury but determined to make the most of it. As the weekend unfolds goals are realised but there's a healthy dose of drama and GT good times along the way.

Follow the team during the week as they train and race in Nothing to Prove, Nothing to Lose.

Spoke Tales Season 4, Episode 3 features: Martin Maes Noga Korem Wyn Masters

GTFR Team Staff: Mark Maurissen Matteo Nati Rob van Goebergs Greg Coombs

Check out more episodes here.

Martin Maes wraps up the 2019 Enduro World Series season with a decisive win! The Swiss high alpine trails and the Matterhorn served as the stage for the exciting season finale' where Martin would win three of the five stages.

After catching his breath the blazing Belgian shared his excitement. "This win has a special taste for sure. I’ve never thought coming back racing after a 3 months break would be so difficult. Saturday night crossing the finish line was a big relief. I’m ready for next year already and more excited than ever!"

For Noga Korem it would be a bittersweet race. Noga had already locked in 2nd place overall for the season but wanted to conclude the season with an exclamation point but a mechanical on the first stage would leave her unable to pedal for the first three stages costing her valuable time. Before stage #4 she was able get her bike fixed and finished an adrenaline fed stage #4 and #5 with a 2nd and a 4th place.

Noga recapped her weekend and season. "The year was a dream season for the last race. Super happy to finish seven of the eight races this year in the top-five. Felt great in training and was ready to fight for the win. All was going well until five minutes into stage until #1 I had a mechanical so unfortunately I was not able to prove what I felt I could do. Super fired up to train hard in the off season and look forward to some great racing in 2020!"

It was a tough weekend for Wyn Masters but proved his consistency during the season and would finish out the year with a 22nd overall. Don't expect Wyn to have much of an off season as he continues to travel and ride more more incredible trails around the world.

The 2019 season had its ups and downs but the GT Factory Racing Team always kept it fun and shared in the good times with all who rolled along with them. Time to relax, recalibrate and set goals for the 2020 season which is sure to be a great one! Thank you to all of the great GT staff, team partners, family, friends and fans who continue to support the team! Cheers!

Gravel, all-road or whatever you want to call it, the Grade has always been about ‘the escape’. With a new leaner look, and a purposeful redesign of our iconic Triple Triangle™, the Grade has been engineered to be more capable than ever before to get out, get lost on, and to get after what lies beyond. Join #TheGradeEscape

 View the full line-up of Grades here.

Party laps, mega trains, racing, big hits, and whips. Wyn, Noga, Skills WIth Phil, TMac, Tom Isted, Joey Gough, Rachel and a bunch of GT Coalition crew, all press the send button together for Crankworx Whistler 2019.

Check out more episodes here.

Speed Metal!
Tyler McCaul, Joey Foresta, Tom Isted and Joey Gough unleash the new Force 29 on their home turf. From huge backcountry lines in Utah to big hits at Black Mountains Cycle Centre in the UK, watch ‘em turn the mountain into their personal mosh pit. #feedyourlts #srslyfun

Check out the line here.

After a 17-year hiatus, BMX Hall of Famer, Dave Voelker is back on the team! To Celebrate, we've released a special edition '87 Dyno Pro Compe inspired by the year Voelker turned pro for GT.

View the Dyno Pro Compe here.

Another year and another group of incomparable GT Heritage Bikes are here to take over the streets one wheel at a time.

View the full Heritage line-up here.

According to the official race doctor:

“Martin sustained a lower leg laceration which developed a serious infection while racing the New Zealand Enduro (March 8-10, 2019). The infection was worsening despite standard doses of antibiotics, and it had the potential to become life-threatening. The doctors at the New Zealand Enduro elected to add Probenecid, which is commonly used to boost blood levels of penicillin-type antibiotics, and it was effective in treating Martin’s infection. It is a common part of all of our practices to use this medicine in the setting of serious infection."

“At the time, neither the volunteer medical team nor Martin considered that Probenecid would be on the banned substance list. It has no performance enhancing effects, and in fact, Martin’s performance was likely to have been impaired in the weeks following due to the severity of the infection.” -  Dr. Tom Jerram MBChB (Hons) FACEM Emergency Physician and Volunteer Medical Director of the New Zealand Enduro.

On June 1, 2019, Martin received a denial for his Therapeutic Use Exemption (TUE) request. While the CADF TUE committee recognized the Probenecid was purely for medical reasons and that it would not have provided additional enhancement to Martin’s performance, the TUE was still not approved.

GT Factory Racing fully supports Martin Maes in this situation due to the understanding that neither he, nor the team, took any actions to intentionally violate anti-doping rules or regulations. On the contrary, Martin inquired with the official race doctors if the prescriptions they had given him were acceptable for use by a UCI athlete and the race doctors were acting within their clinical responsibility to treat a potentially life-threatening infection in Martin’s leg.         

GT Factory Racing is committed to creating and fostering an environment where riders can perform to the best of their ability, within all rules and regulations mandated by the governing body of the sport. GT invests in teams and athletes because of the love of the sport, and racing is a way to connect with their passionate fan base. 

Each GT team and rider understands that support comes with strict requirements regarding the rules and regulations that govern the sport. It is for this reason that Martin will accept the UCI’s ruling. 

“I’m speechless at the moment. My entire life has been dedicated to cycling and racing since 2013. I’ve trained so hard to make my dreams come true. There was an emergency to treat an infected wound, and we did not double-check the prescription from the doctors. This is our sole mistake. Now, it’s time to face the situation, train harder than ever, and get back very soon to convert that frustration into pleasure and performance on my bike.”

The UCI complies with a set of strict rules and regulations, but also fully acknowledged the circumstances and that this was not a deliberate violation of any antidoping rules. As a result, Martin will be prohibited from racing for a period of ninety days.  He will be disqualified from rounds 1 and 2 of the EWS and will be required to pay a fine of 2,500CHF. However, his win and results from EWS Madeira will not be affected as he returned a negative test result after going through doping controls at this event. 

Martin is and will remain an advocate for clean and fair racing. He will return to the season stronger than before.  Meanwhile, he’ll stand next to his teammates and will fully support them during the next Enduro World Series’ events.

GT BMX Freestyle athletes Brain Kachinsky, Dan Conway and Albert Mercado were shipped to L.A. with their brand new 2020 complete bikes and set loose. See what they get up to on their signature line of bikes, straight outta the box.

View the full BMX line-up here.

Gravel, all-road or whatever you want to call it, the Grade has always been about ‘the escape’. With a new leaner look, and a purposeful redesign of our iconic Triple Triangle™, the Grade has been engineered to be more capable than ever before to get out, get lost on, and to get after what lies beyond. Join #TheGradeEscape

View the full line-up of Grades here.

"This is HANDBUILT, CHAPTER I. HANDBUILT is a new series I’ve started to launch my Youtube channel, and it’s my first go at self-producing my own projects. The goal is to not only showcase riding in these videos and photos, but to also showcase the hours on hours of digging that goes into these projects. In a day and age where a lot of riders rent tractors and pay other people to build sections of trail for them to film, I take pride in the fact that this series will all be Handbuilt." -Tyler McCaul

It's been a whole year since the GT Factory Racing team hung out together, and with 2019 season around the corner, they took the opportunity to head to beautiful New Zealand to bond over beers and bikes before racing got underway. From New Plymouth to Rotorua, the gang explore Wyn's old stomping grounds, surf some major waves, meet the winner of the GT Pinkbike GTFO with GTFR contest and, of course, ride and race bikes. Oh, and they finally got to find out who this George fellow is!

Watch all of the Spoke Tales episodes here.

Ride out and raise it up on the GT Performer. From the old school inspired Pro Performers to the retro modern Street Performer, both are built to take the streets by storm and make sure you look good while doing it. Featuring a Cr-Mo frame, fork and handlebars, built with durable high-quality parts and rolling on double wall wheels, these machines are built for you to do work. The Performer will keep the good times going whenever you roll out.

GT Wingman Amir Kabbani travels to the small island of Mallorca, where the weather is hot, the towns are busy but the trails, dirt jumps and spectacular scenery are prime for riding his GT Force.

In a matter of 6 years, Martin Maes has gone from being a rookie teenager with abundant potential to one of the best mountain bikers in the world.

After starting the year with a series of second place finishes and a dislocated shoulder, 2018 would see Martin finally take the coveted top step at Enduro World Series in Whistler. Weeks later, he would stun the mountain biking world by taking gold at UCI Downhill World Cup in La Bresse. An achievement that elevated him to an elite group of athletes that have claimed victory in multiple disciplines.

This is a story that begins two decades ago in the rolling hills of Belgium, and brings us to the world stage of today. This is the story of Martin Maes. This is Spoke Tales.

Straight out of the box, the La Bomba is an incredible build. I have ridden quite a few other stock dirt jump bikes in the past and I can honestly say not a single one matches up to the feeling of the La Bomba unless you upgrade a bunch of components. I set up my personal La Bomba with a BMX style Gyro and a mechanical disc brake for all of the barspins/tailwhips I do. Other than that, I just make sure I run my fork at max PSI with the lowest compression setting, and the middle setting on rebound. Everything else is pretty standard and feels a lot like the stock bike. - David Lieb

Belgian phenom Martin Maes will keep the good times rolling with his GT family for the next three years. Now that the dust has settled on a stellar year, Maes can focus on preparing for more Enduro World Series (EWS) wins and more World Cup downhill victories in the 2019 season and beyond.

Since joining GT in 2013, Martin Maes has taken the EWS scene by storm, racing on some of the toughest courses and against fierce competitors globally. “I’ve grown up on GT bikes, and I can’t thank them enough for their support over the years,” said Maes. “I’m pumped to continue with GT and my goal of winning a World Championship. I look forward to riding all over the world on the EWS circuit and at other races with a team who believes in me and the sport of mountain biking.”

“Martin is a very gifted rider, and he has also always been both humble and professional. At the young age of 21, he brings a lot of experience to the team,” commented GTFR team manager Mark Maurissen. “I couldn’t be prouder of Martin and GTFR. We are going through this adventure together, and I can’t wait to keep watching Martin chase down medals all over the world.”

In 2018, Maes made history with a massive win at the World Cup Downhill Finals in La Bresse, France after taking the EWS Enduro win at Whistler Crankworx the week before. He followed up both wins with a silver medal at the UCI Mountain Bike World Championships in downhill in Lenzerheide, Switzerland.

Over the years, Maes has climbed the ranks of the Enduro World Series, including EWS Junior Overall winner (2013), EWS Finale Winner (2016), and of course EWS Whistler Winner. Although Enduro is his passion, fans may see Maes continue to dabble in downhill. His primary discipline for the 2019 season is yet to be confirmed. According to Maurissen, “Martin wants to be world champion. Whether he will focus on downhill or enduro is still to be determined, and GT will support whatever decision he makes.”

It's not often that the whole family gets together, but for 2018, we made sure we had a big old GT party at the Fox US Open of Mountain Biking at Killington, Vermont.

The whole GT Factory Racing team were on site, as well as Wing Project athletes Tyler McCaul, Hans Rey, Rachel Strait, and Coalition riders David Leib, Lars Tribus, and Doug Henry.

It was a massive week for the team, with multiple podiums and plenty of good times all-round. Grab your bike and come along for a spin as the team hits up all of the events!

Israel is not the first place that comes to mind when you think of mountain biking. Over the past few years, Noga Korem has made her name in the EWS circuit, even landing herself on the podium in Whistler, one of the most prestigious races on the calendar. Despite her recent success in the EWS, her tie with mountain biking goes back to her youth. Watch it all in the latest episode of Spoke Tales.

Why not make it three?

First, he won the EWS in Whistler. The next week he stole the show at the final Downhill World Cup of the year and beat everyone at their own game. And now he's proven that he's a fully fledged beast on the bike by taking silver at the Downhill World Championships. Three podiums in a row, two firsts and a second.

Does it get much better than that?

We don't think so.

Martin Maes, you are an animal. Congratulations from everyone in your GT family!

Look out for GT Factory Racing next in Spain for the penultimate round of the 2018 EWS.

"We sent Brian Kachinsky and Dan Conway to meet up with Albert Mercado in San Diego, California. They were asked to leave their bikes at home and we shipped them their new 2019 Completes. They were allowed to add their favorite flavor of pegs and hubs guards to dial in the rides to get busy on. Welcome to The Complete Story. A video on complete bikes, not a complete bike video." - Ben Ward, GT

Check out the links below for more info on the GT 2019 completes...

2019 BK Team Signature

2019 Conway Team Signature

2019 Mercado Team Comp

Check out the rest of the 2019 GT BMX line here.

From a dry, dusty, EWS win one week to a muddy, wet World Cup DH win the next. Martin Maes makes history.

Coming off his win at the Whistler EWS, Martin Maes headed to the La Bresse DH World Cup to get back up to speed on the DH bike in time for World Champs. And up-to-speed he was.

Martin knew he could do quite well on the course and a top ten finish would be his goal. Come race day, wet conditions would put some riders off their game but Martin kept it clean and fast. As each racer came down course it was clear that Martin would finish in the top ten. But it wasn't until the final rider, Amaury Pierron, came across the line to confirm that Martin Maes had just made a new type of history. Back to back wins in EWS and DH.

Pure talent. A true champion.

"This was UNEXPECTED. The best win of my career by far. Coming in to the race, my biggest dream was to get in the top 5. When I walked the track on Wednesday I knew that I had the possibilities to do something good. A lot of tight corners which you have to carry a lot of speed and be precise on your bike.

- Martin Maes, GT Factory Racing

"The last few weeks have been some of the best in my career. Martin is writing history with his back to back EWS and WC win! He’s taking gravity racing to the next level. Anything can happen with World Championships and 2 more EWS races around the corner. To be continued...!"

- Mark Maurissen, GT Factory Racing Team Manager

Martin, we could not be more proud of you. Congratulations from everyone in your GT family!

Learn more about the EWS winning 2019 Force and the World Cup winning 2019 Fury at lts.gtbicycles.com.

Martin Maes came into 2018 hungrier than ever, but when a separated shoulder set him out of the last round of the EWS in Columbia, his determination to return to the podium became more dogged than ever. A quick and focused recovery in Belgium meant that Martin was in good shape for the EWS in Olargues, France over the weekend. He and teammate Noga Korem had a tough weekend battling the weather and technical trails. Martin was able to fight back some time on Sunday and third spot on the podium, while Noga came in 11th. We could not be more proud!

Look out for GT Factory Racing next in Fort William for round two of the UCI Downhill World Cup!

You've seen his Wheelie Wednesdays, but there's more to Wyn Masters than a one trick pony. Watch the latest, as he talks about the path that he has taken to get his, riding, social media and WynTV to where it is today.

This is the story of Wyn Masters. This is Spoke Tales.

Watch the full season of Spoke Tales on our YouTube channel.

GT Bicycles is proud to announce its increased involvement in the 2018 Fox US Open of Mountain Biking. After a successful event in 2017, GT is stepping up to present the GT Bicycles Enduro and GT Bicycles Downhill events in 2018.

The newly branded Fox US Open of Mountain Biking will take place at Killington Resort August 1st-5th, 2018.

"We couldn’t be more pumped to continue our support of the US Open," said Mike Marro, Global Brand Manager, GT Bicycles. "The event is a perfect match for the GT brand. It brings mountain bikers of all skill levels together to share their love of two wheels both on the race course and in the festival-like atmosphere around the venue. Our athletes (and colleagues) are looking forward to the combination of good vibes, great racing and serious fun at Killington," Marro added.

In addition to the GT Bicycles Downhill and Enduro races, the Fox US Open of Mountain biking will feature a wide range of events including a best whip comp, the Grom Bomb as well as Super Grom Downhill events. There will also be an adaptive class downhill race as well, giving everyone of all abilities the chance to show off what they've got.

GT Bicycles will have a full roster of athletes attending the event including the full GT Factory Racing Team including; Noga Korem, Martin Maes, Wyn Masters, and Joey Foresta. Other GT athletes who will be present and competing include; Tyler McCaul Rachel Strait, Hans Rey, Doug Henry, Lars Tribus, Chris Ridder, and David Lieb.

"We're incredibly happy to partner with GT Bicycles again this year," said Clay Harper, US Open Event Director. "Everyone at GT lives and breathes the sport and that dedication is visible in the way they support the US Open. Most importantly, they're truly committed to keeping mountain biking fun and so are we!"

GT Bicycles will be on site at the event supporting its athletes and hanging with fans. Be sure to sign up, book accommodations, and rub shoulders with some of the most fun rad-thletes in the world!

Learn more about the US Open of Mountain Biking here, and keep an eye out for more event information and registration details. For more information on GT, its pro riders and the bikes they ride, visit www.gtbicycles.com. Be sure to check out GT Bicycles and the US Open of Mountain Biking on Instagram.

What were you doing when you were 17? With a Sea Otter Dual Slalom silver medal under his belt and a fresh factory ride, GT Factory Racing's rookie recruit Joey Foresta is set to make an impression in the coming years. We spent time with Joey and his family in Salt Lake City, Utah, as he prepared for the first major event of his professional career, the Downhill World Cup in Losinj, Croatia.

This is the story of Joey Foresta. This is Spoke Tales.

Sombrio is the official mountain bike apparel of GT Factory Racing. Rider designed and podium proven, the GT Factory Racing Replica gear combines classic Sombrio silhouettes like the Pursuit Jersey and Icon Tee with race-ready team graphics. Keep an eye out for this seriously fun crew putting Sombrio to the test at UCI World Cup and EWS tour stops this season.

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Wyn Masters came across the DH finish line with a wheelie good result (sorry, we had to). 3rd place!

"It was fun to come to the USA and ride, hang out and race with the GT family. I was stoked on beating my team manager, Mark Maurissen, and hope to carry the momentum onto the Whistler EWS!" - Noga Korem, GT Factory Racing

"Heading up to the US Open I wasn't sure if I would be able to compete due to a shoulder injury but with some rest and TLC from our team soignieur I was stoked to pull off third place! Having the whole GT crew together was the icing on the cake!" Rachel Strait, GT Wing Project

It was cool to have most of the GT family together, it doesn't happen very often. I had a good time racing the enduro and riding my Force in the bike park over the week. I was impressed by the quality of the trails at Killington Bike Park! - Martin Maes, GT Factory Racing

T-Mac sent it to second in the Whip-Offs followed by GT Coalition rider David Lieb who took 3rd, while Moto legend Doug Henry rode a modified GT Fury to first place in the Adaptive DH race.

Of course, it wouldn't be a GT party without Hans "Now Way" Rey!

"Awesome race and festival atmosphere at the US Open. Killington is such a great destination with a fun bike park and lots of trails for all skill levels. No matter if amateur, pro or just soaking in the event as a spectator its worth a visit, it sure will be in my calendar again for next year. Loved riding Blue Magic with moto legends Doug Henry and Ronnie Renner; and enjoyed watching Team GT race their hearts and bikes to the podiums in all the disciplines." - Hans Rey, GT Wingman

The GT Factory Racing Team kicked off the 2018 Downhill World Cup season with a trip to beautiful Losinj, Croatia. The course was real and rough, a good test to shake off the cobwebs at the start of the season! Our in-house TV personality Wyn Masters had a great season opener, finishing 44th on the day. Our new Junior racer, Joey Foresta, showed what he’s got by qualifying 4th, and coming 6th on race day. We cannot wait to see what he can do as he settles into the racing life! Geroge Brannigan is still recovering from a broken collarbone – look out for him on the race track soon!

Here is what the team had to say:

“The least you can say is that Croatia was a season opener to remember and repeat! Good to see that a venue like this was added to the calendar.

I’m proud about the way Joey handled his first world cup ever. He rode professional and smart over the last 2 weeks. Expect much more to come from this young man!

Our multi-talent Wyn swapped his EWS bike for GT’s new prototype DH machine and loved racing on this Island!

Unfortunately George Brannigan had to sit this one out after breaking his collarbone for the 3rd time. He got fixed up in New Zealand last week. The whole team wishes him a speedy recovery!” – Mark Maurissen, Team Manager

“Had the time of my life in Croatia! Had so much fun hanging out with the team and riding! I’m very happy with my result and excited for the rest of the season!” – Joey Foresta

“Lošinj, Croatia was a pretty cool venue for the first round of the World Cup DH series this year. not only was a track a real DH track and a challenge, the island itself was amazing, and it was actually my birthday that week too. So made the most of a good week together with all the team, going fishing, riding up mountains and then finally racing bikes, 44th place wasn't what I was hoping for coming in but all in all it was good to get the season started and looking forward to more good times in Fort William!” – Wyn Masters

European EWS Series Round 1, Val di Fassa Italy

GTFR's Israeli purveyor of fun, Noga Korem is always looking for ways to keep her training interesting so she dropped in on the first round of the European EWS series in Val di Fassa, Italy, with a few of her friends to race and take in some incredible food and scenery. With a strong field of competitors in attendance, the 5-stage race would be more than just a cruise through the Italian countryside. Noga started strong with a win on Stage 1, then kept up the momentum by winning four of the five stages taking the overall win! Noga now will pack up her trophy and bike and travel to Petzen Austria for the next round of the Enduro World Series next weekend.

Crankworx, Les Gets, France

Round 3 of the Crankworx World Tour took over the quaint village of Les Gets, France over the weekend. GT Wing Project athlete Tyler "TMac" McCaul is a busy man at the Crankworx events. Not only does he compete in the Dual Speed & Style, Whip Off's and Dual Slalom events he also is the co-host commentator of the Slopestyle event at each stop Crankworx stop. The Dual Speed & Style event wrangles up the racers and the Slopestyle riders combining talent and skill to see who can rip down the course with some technical tricks mixed in. Tyler is one of the fastest and most stylish riders out there and showed that as he worked his way through the elimination rounds all the way to the final. After two very close races, TMac would narrowly miss out on the win but was stoked nonetheless. Great job TMac!

Utah Gravity Series Round 2, Nordic Valley, Utah

GT's junior DH racer Joey Foresta is enjoying a bit of a break between World Cup races but that is not keeping him off of his bike. The GTFR rookie polished up his GT Sanction and took on some of the fastest racers in the Inter-Mountain region at the Utah Gravity Series event in Nordic Valley, Utah. With word of Foresta lining up to race it would get the betting pools going to see who would put down the fastest time of the day. With the likes of world-class racers such as Mitch Ropelato in attendance, it would keep things interesting. After everyone crossed the finish line and times were tabulated Joey would earn the win in his Junior Expert class and also the honor of the fastest time of the day against the Pro class! This 16-year-old is just getting started.

USABMX East Coast National/Summer Nationals

RTS
Rocker Tuned Suspension system gave the rider all the benefits of a rigid framed bicycle, with the added performance of full suspension. What made it tick? A small CNC machined aluminum rocker link.

LTS
As GT’s mountain bike success evolved, so did its suspension. In ‘96, GT introduced an aluminum frame with a classic, “four bars linkage” system, coined the LTS.

STS
The development of thermoplastic technology allowed GT to optimize high stress areas to take the abuse of downhill racing. GT introduced a full range of STS builds, including the DH Lobo which became the state of the art for long travel DH bikes.

I-Drive
In order to combat the ever-pervasive problem of jerky pedal stroke, GT introduced the first version of the i-Drive system in ’99. Two more generations of this platform followed featuring a “Flex Plate”, and later the “Dog Bone”.

ID
In the evolution of i-Drive, GT launched the Independent Drivetrain suspension system that further improved efficiency by separating suspension movement from the drivetrain. This minimized pedal feedback, allowing the rider to maintain momentum, first featured on the 2014 Fury.

AOS
GT’s Angle Optimized Suspension design separated the rider’s pedal stroke from the actual suspension, so all the effort you put into pedaling stays with your pedaling and your suspension only reacts when you need it to.

Visit the GT booth at The 2018 Sea Otter Classic to see our history of full-suspension on display, or follow us at @gtbicycles for a closer look at the bikes and updates from the show!

GTFR's Martin Maes started his 2018 Enduro World Series campaign off with a hard-fought 2nd place Lo Barnechea, Chile.

The young Belgian persevered with smart and fast riding over the two days and six stages of competition. Martin would battle his way over 5600 meters (18,000 feet) of descending where many suffered mechanical failures.

The team's newest member Noga Korem started out her week in Chile with a tumble, which turned into a cracked rib. The tough little Israeli was a warrior, mustered up the drive to complete the grueling race in 7th place overall in the Women's division.

Wyn Masters was the absolute crowd favorite in Chile. When he wasn't spending time taking pictures with fans, signing autographs or doing interviews he was out surfing the dry and loose trails of the EWS courses. Even with a fall on Stage 5 the wheelie-man would chalk up a 16th place in the field of over 320 men!

The consistency of the GT Factory Racing Team would earn the EWS #1 Team standing in a tie with the Cube Racing Team. What a great way to start the season! We could not be happier with the team dynamic with the amazing athletes and staff. It is truly a team effort and the success of the program comes from the tremendous support of the team staff and the GT Bicycles crew back in office along with all of the great team partners! It is now time to pack up the bikes and trophies and make our way north for the second stop of the EWS tour in Manizales, Colombia.

In early 2015, GT took to the streets of Los Angeles and Kansas City to uncover a plethora of untapped spots across these two vastly different cities. With Ben Ward, GT BMX product and team manager at the helm, the brand released two successful shorter web videos – GT in LA and Bleeding Kansas – to kick off the beginning of a new era for GT BMX.

"GT in LA and Bleeding Kansas were incredible for the brand and showed the industry what we could do as individuals and as a team. We wanted to make sure what we did next topped them," said Ward. “After seeing both edits, the new guys on the team were eager to start working on something original; that’s when the idea of a full-length video was proposed. The crew was fired up, and they started filming and stacking their own clips.

“Then, at the end of 2016, we reviewed their footage, jampacked with newly discovered spots and never-before-seen tricks; we knew we had something great in the making, and we began to see Seriously Fun emerge.”

Seriously Fun captures GT’s good times energy capitalizing on GT’s athletes’ signature riding styles and personalities. In Seriously Fun, viewers will see how seriously the team takes their fun from coast to coast in the US to Brazil, France, Germany, the UK, Taiwan, and more.

“It’s been a long time since GT has produced a full-length video and DVD. I can’t think of a better way to pay respect to our athletes who share the same passion for BMX. Seriously Fun reflects each personality through their approach to riding and filming,” added Ward.

When looking for partners to produce the video, Ride BMX was the obvious choice. GT has been an advertising partner with the magazine for two-and-a-half years, and most of the outlet’s editorial and video staff have been instrumental in many of GT’s recent online releases.

In addition, GT selected BMX industry videographer and editor Andrew Brady to bring Seriously Fun to life. It was Brady’s overall passion and excitement for the project which made him the main man for the job.

GT Featured Riders:

• Albert Mercado
• Brian Kachinsky
• Chase Krolicki
• Chelsea Fietsgoden
• Dan Conway
• Jay Cowley
• Jeff With Glasses
• Jason Phelan
• Jonesy Fedderson
• Jordan Grandinetti
• Leandro Moreira
• Rob Wise
• Tristen Cooper
• Ty Callais

*Additional filming by Michael Perez-Pascual

Part of GT’s BMX Race lineup for more than 20 years, the all-new Speed Series has been upgraded with advanced frame technology and bold new color and graphics. GT’s Speed Series is an elite racing bike at a great value.

"During the design process of the new Speed Series, we made sure to pay respect to a frame that has changed the standard in BMX race for more than two decades", said Ben Ward, GT BMX Race Product Manager. "We worked closely with our team riders globally to deliver a bike that is ready to lead them to the top of the podium."

Since it first burst onto the BMX scene, the Speed Series brought victory after victory on the track thanks to GT’s attention to balanced weight and stiffness. The 2018 Speed Series bikes have been designed with an even lighter weight alloy frame than its earlier predecessors, which continue to deliver a balanced ride that allow riders to go farther faster but always be in control.

Also part of the line are the Speed Series junior level bikes, the Speed Micro 20, Mini, and Junior. These bikes have the same first-class specs as their larger counterparts. The Speed Series is available in 8 models with a price range of $599-$1,049 USD. The Speed Series’ alloy frameset is also available at $399 USD.

2016 and 2017 are two years that will be added to the legendary logbook of ‘Team GT’.

GT Factory Racing 1.0 represented what we all like most; racing at the highest level in the most beautiful locations around the globe with big smiles on our faces. The team built a relationship that will last a lifetime. And there are too many good stories to wrap up in a few words!

I truly wish Sambo, Anneke, Brook, Jackson, and Ely a hell of a ride with their next adventures. Thank you all for being part of our crew and for all of the good times. You guys know where to find the good beer and you know there will always be a cold one waiting for you!

Cheers,
Mark and the entire crew at GT Bicycles.

The whole GT Factory Racing Team descended on Finale Ligure for the last hurrah of the season. There was a little drama but the good times outweighed the bad with a second place finish for Martin and second place for the team. We are proud of the team for smashing out a great event and for having one seriously fun season!

It's always great to go to Finale to close of the season. It's good to see a lot of DH riders show up to come and ride this sick event. Pits on the promenade, beach 10m away, best food in the world and not to forget; some of the most beautiful trails a rider can wish for! Martin was leading the race after Stage 2 but at the end of this stage he hit his derailleur pretty hard, bending the hanger. His gears were skipping on the way down stage 3, resulting in 2 minor crashes and loosing 14 sec on Damien Oton. Bummer if you know that Martin got second this weekend, only 14 sec behind Damien! At the age of 20, we do know his time will come. GTFR was the number 2 team of the weekend and it was great to have Sam Dale and Rachel Strait making it over and joining the team on the podium! Thanks Tom and Greggy for the hard work!—Mark Maurissen, GT Factory Racing Team Manager

[Finale is] always a nice season ender. I love ending on a good note and the goal was to finish on the podium. Such a hard battle all weekend long and it felt good to be consistent. Good work team! Thanks to everyone who was involved this season!—Martin Maes

Lovely summer holiday at the beach to close of the season with the usual great trails and food! Despite how physically demanding the racing was, I finished every day with a smile on my face.—Sambo

It was my first time to Finale and it did not disappoint. The trails on day 1 are much different from what I’m used to in the US! Lot’s of tight corners? I was able to make up some time at day 2 and really pushed myself hard with all the physical stages!—Rachel Strait

After being injured for most of the season I was super excited to be back racing in Finale. A tough weekend with hard and physical demanding stages. But no better way to end the season with trails ending up at the sea and eating gelato. The team killed it with a 2nd place overall!—Anneke Beerten

Finale as always was a good season ender, some tough physical trails this year but still some good racing, and Martins 2nd capped along with the team getting 2nd for the day capped off a good season!—Wyn Masters

Cheers to the fans for a great season, see you all next year for more good times!

The 2017 UCI World Cup season draws to an end with one of the best tracks on the circuit - Val Di Sole.

Bad luck strikes on qualification day for Wyn with a flat tire on one of the endless steep rock sections, and Sam misses the cut for finals after rolling around in the dirt.

Brook and Jackson make it through to the big show but with conditions continually changing for the worse, staying on point becomes more and more of a battle.

Unfortunately, Brook loses his front end near he top of his race run and goes off course. Not wanting to throw the run away, he puts on a show for the crowds by going as big as possible down the rest of the track. With blown out conditions and brown pow for days, it's an epic finals run.

The team arrives in Whistler for Crankworx and the 7th round of the 2017 Enduro World Series. The EWS is always a big day out on the bike, and really special in the racers eyes. Wyn and Rachel are feeling confident and end up having good races, with Rachel feeling mentally and physically stronger than ever. During practice, Anneke reinjures her bad should and has to pull out of the race. On race day, Martin is on a flier and sitting in 4th overall until he crashes at the end of stage three. With Martin showing signs of a concussion, he and the team decide it’s best not to continue with the race.

Back in January, Andrew Cho, GT’s Digital Marketing Manager, became paralyzed from the neck down when a blood vessel exploded in his neck. In the seven months since, he’s had to re learn how to do everything – including how to walk. During Crankworx, Cho decides to take on a huge goal – running the Sea Wheeze half marathon in Vancouver. Seven months ago the thought of walking let alone running seemed far-fetched, but Cho is more determined than ever to get back up to full speed in life.

During the event, Brook gets time for a few hot laps in on a favorite trail - Dirt Merchant. And the bonus surprise happens when UK GT Ambassador Joey Gough rolls through each of the heats at the Pump Track Challenge to take bronze in the Pro Women's category.

It’s a week of serious fun for the team before they head off to race their final events of the season.

The team arrived early to get out on the new bikes and get some testing in. After some great few days of getting acquainted with the new bikes, the crew heads up for Qualifying. Unfortunately, Wyn and Sam both get flats, and Jackson and Brook take some big tumbles. Brook makes it through to finals where he hangs it all out. Sadly, Lady Luck is not

After a bit of a battle in Fort William last week, the team’s luck has turned. The boys were amped for the fast conditions, loose corners and high-speed jumps of the Leogang Bike Park.

After a mechanical Brook had to eject from his bike crashing down a 15ft drop only to put in a solid qualification run the same day. All the boys made it comfortably into the finals and things are looking up again for the GT Factory Racing downhill team.

For more information on GT, its pro riders and the bikes they ride, visit www.gtbicycles.com.

For more information on GT, its pro riders and the bikes they ride, visit www.gtbicycles.com.

The GT team opened up the season at full throttle in New Zealand with the first round of the EWS and Crankworx Rotorua! Rotorua had more than plenty in store: heli drops, swimming holes, wet and wild trail conditions, and a couple of podium finishes!

Wyn, living up to his name, pushed the pace at the EWS and snagged the top step in his home country, while Martin would end the day in 13th. Anneke finished strong, getting 10th overall in the Pro Women's race. Rachel showed true grit pushing it on race day but was sidelined after stage 4 due to a hard crash and a broken finger.

Pushing through muddy conditions, Brook and Jackson placed 24th and 25th in the IXS DH finals.

To close out Crankworx, T-Mac sent it into third at the Whip Off Championships!

Chase Krolicki is the newest member of the BMX Freestyle squad. Having grown up in the Michigan BMX scene, Krolicki has been surrounded by long-time veterans of the industry as well as up-and-coming pros who have helped him develop a unique style.
 
“I’m stoked to have Chase on the team,” said Ben Ward, GT BMX Team and Product Manager. “I first met Chase in 2014 on a road trip to Detroit, Michigan. I was immediately impressed with his attitude and his riding. Then, I saw his part in The Michigan Video, and he blew me away. He has the new school technical moves, but he’s not afraid to send it when he has a chance.
 
“I’ve stayed in touch with Chase since then, and jumped at the opportunity to work with him at a brand level.  The crew and I are more than excited to get Chase into the mix. 2017 is going to be seriously fun.”

GT Bicycles Announces New 2016 BMX Freestyle Team Additions

Wilton, Conn. – May 17, 2016 – GT Bicycles, a premium brand of Dorel Industries (TSX: DII.B, DII.A), today announced the addition of three members to its BMX Freestyle program for 2016, Dan Conway, Albert Mercado and Jeff “With Glasses” Ludwig. All are strong additions to round out a crew that includes Brian Kachinsky.

“Collectively, we have done enough grinds to circle the globe a few times,” said Brian Kachinsky, GT Freestyle BMX Pro. “This is a dope crew, and I’m looking forward to the rest of the year. Each of these guys has their own unique riding style.  Everyone has a good sense of humor and great attitude toward the sport of BMX.”

Dan Conway, a Philadelphia area powerhouse, has stamped his name on some of the heaviest street set-ups across the US. His work ethic, coupled with a positive attitude, gives Conway the grit needed to conquer unique street spots and hang with the GT crew. Conway’s positivity and heavy tricks will excite and rally the team to push themselves as hard as they can.

Alberto Mercado has earned his place among the legendary tradition of San Diego shredders with his style, power and finesse. Mercado brings an easy approach to riding, consistently putting out video parts that are both progressive and fun to watch. His hunger for projects that exercise his creative abilities makes him a welcome addition to the GT BMX Freestyle team.

GT rounds out the BMX Freestyle team with Jeff “With Glasses” Ludwig, the reigning East Coast Crooked Grind Champion. Hailing from Spotswood, New Jersey, the holy land of street riding, Ludwig has left his mark on the industry in a short period time by showcasing his style in impactful video parts. Ludwig’s respect for BMX aligns perfectly with the laidback, but hardworking GT freestyle vibe.

“I’m stoked to have a complete team with Brian, Dan, Al and Jeff,” said Ben Ward, GT BMX Freestyle Product and Team Manager. “We’ve been friends for a long time, and I can’t wait to get out on the road with them as part of the GT crew. It’s bound to lead to some BMX magic.”

For more information on GT, its pro riders and the bikes they ride, visit www.gtbicycles.com. Check out GT Bicycles on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube, and follow GT BMX Freestyle on Twitter and Instagram.

Follow the Freestyle team on Twitter and Instagram at the following handles:

·      Brian Kachinsky – Twitter: @bkachinsky/Instagram: @bkachinsky

·      Jason Phelan – Twitter: @jaypbmx /Instagram: @jaypbmx

·      Dan Conway – Twitter: @DanC_way/Instagram: @danconway

·      Albert Mercado – Twitter: @albertmercato /Instagram: @albertmercato

·      Jeff “With Glasses” Ludwig – Twitter: @jeffwithglass3s/Instagram: @jeffwithglasses

·     Leandro Moreira – Twitter: @Leandro_Overall /Instagram: @Leandro_Overall

·      Max Bringer – Twitter: @maxbringer60 /Instagram: @maxbringer60

·      Tim Bringer – Instagram: @timbringer

·      Jonesy Fedderson– Twitter: @jonesyfedderson /Instagram: @jonesyfedderson

April 10th UCI World Cup #2 Manchester, England Some call him Prince Liam, however he is the King of the Manchester SX track! We are very proud to write our first race report including Liam and have him take a MASSIVE win on his GT Speed Series AL! Liam has done something no other athlete has done before winning a World Cup 4 years in a row. There have been 4 World Cup events in Manchester and the streak continues with only one winner, Liam Phillips!

The Week started off like any other for Liam. This is his home track, where he trains daily. The guy has every inch of the track dialed and it showed throughout the weekend’s events. On the qualifying day Liam easily walked away with each lap winning all three motos.

Come race day we still saw Liam in his usual 1st place spot all day, but he wasn’t having the fastest laps around the track. Usually Liam is in gate 1 every time as he has the fastest laps around the track and gets first lane choice. We saw him out front, but a few other riders were getting faster lap times in some of the other qualification rounds. This added to the drama, could Liam do it again? Was he able to continue his winning streak?

As the 8 riders lined up in the gate for the final Liam was in gate three, with two of the top USA riders on his inside. One of them being the current World Cup points leader and last World Cup winner Corben Sharrah. The gate went down and Liam had his typical amazing start! He put that perfect lap together and was once again crowned the champion in front of his home crowd, only this time doing it on a GT!

After the main event while on the podium Liam said, “This one meant a lot to me today, it was a rough morning and I really wasn’t sure if I was going to be able to pull off another win, I am ecstatic to win another World Cup in front of the home crowd and it means a lot to share this podium with my countryman!” Liam’s friend and training partner Kyle Evans would finish in 2nd followed by Swiss rider Renaud Blanc rounding out the podium.

Now we have a week off and it is off to South Carolina for the next stop of the USA BMX North American SX series! Thank you for your continued support and see you at the races!

The 2016 GT Factory BMX Team is proud to be supported by Alpine Stars, GoPro cameras, Tioga Tires, BOX Components, Alienation Rims, Troy Lee Designs, SDG Components, ODI Grips, Stealth Hubs, KMC Chains, Skullcandy, Rockwell Watches, Only Protein, Sapim Spokes and Stasis Racing Products.

To learn more about new GT BMX race team and the 2016 GT Speed Series bikes, go to www.GTBicycles.com  or follow us on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook @gtbmxrace  

​Anneke & Martin stoked to kick off the 2016 season in Valdivia.

Anneke looking strong after a win at Crankworx Rotorua Enduro. Unfortunately, a crash on stage two would set her back. She would finish in 2nd place behind Cecile Ravanel after day one.

Anneke looking strong after a win at Crankworx Rotorua Enduro. Unfortunately, a crash on stage two would set her back. She would finish in 2nd place behind Cecile Ravanel after day one.

Riding like this would set Martin apart in Stage 4, allowing him to take the top spot in the stage.

6 gruelling stages later, Anneke would finish in 2nd place behind Cecile Ravanel. "Awesome race, excited to kick off the season with a second place finish. Long challenging days on the bike with great tracks and long transfers! Great people here in Chile!" - Anneke

Martin would finish in 2nd place behind American, Richie Rude. "A true enduro, with really good stages. Very happy with the weekend and with how the new team is coming along! Looking forward to Argentina and the rest of the season!" - Martin

RESULTS

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Men's

1. Richie Rude 32:47.42

2. Martin Maes +7.75

3. Nico Vouillioz +17.33

 

Women's

1. Cecile Ravanel 37:43.12

2. Anneke Beerten +25.94

3. Isabeau Courdurier +44.10

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What a kick off for the 2016 Season! The Team has been killing it all weekend! I'm very excited about how the new crew is working together! Both Anneke and Martin have been riding so strong all week and with huge smiles on their faces! Bummer to see Rachel with her wrist injury. We definitely missed Wyn out here, but we'll be seeing him very soon. Thanks to Tom and Ange for their support all week! - Mark Maurissen, Team Manager.


See you in Argentina~!

All photos by Sven Martin