The Pro Mountain Bike circuit has moved on from The Sea Otter Classic and reconvened in the foothills of the Granite Mountains, Arizona. The town of Prescott is home to the annual Whiskey Off-road race – a 50 mile exhibition of horsepower and singletrack. The Epic Rides promotion company set about 7 years with the noble goal of rejuvenating mountain biking racing through the organisation of high quality, high pay-out races that benefit both the racers and the communities that support them. The town of Prescott is transformed for the weekend. From the once-capitol of the Arizona territory to the  [ Read More ]

With new Curve kits in hand, Sam Morrison, Sarka Ruzickova and Sonya Bugbee traveled to Pueblo, Colorado for the Voodoo Fire Marathon race, round one of the Rocky Mountain Endurance Series. The first endurance race of the year can be a tricky undertaking for pacing options, especially on a course that is mostly flat with constant pedaling. What the day lacked in climbing difficulty was made up for with unexpected hot weather, which quickly made the day a race of attrition.  Fueled by Honey Stinger Waffles and Carborocket drink mix, Sam was able to stay cramp free and finish third  [ Read More ]

The beckoning of April has brought about the start of the Colorado race season, and where better than the perennial Mountain Bike destination of Fruita, Colorado. Promoted by LTR Sports, the innaugural Rumble at 18 road managed to attract a stacked pro field, thanks in part to the prize money being offered, and also due to its date two weeks before the Sea Otter Classic and the Whiskey 50. The Gear Movement Pro cycling team fielded three of its strongest riders in the form of Jason Hilimire, Bryan Alders and Chris Baddick. The race was held at the famous 18 road  [ Read More ]

After a successful first race of the season in Fontana, Deidre and Sam returned to the southern California desert where they got to rest and ride in 80 degree weather. The week was filled with sandy trails and sunny coffee shop rides. The last weekend of the break was the Sycamore Canyon US Cup. The course was very fast, with multiple punchy climbs each lap.  Deidre took the lead in the pro women’s race from the gun to claim victory. Sam rode strong to a 6th place finish in the men’s pro race.    They  both are ending their stay  [ Read More ]