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Behind the Scenes Testing with Trek Factory Racing

There’s more to being a pro rider than simply giving it 100% between the tape. Especially if you ride for Trek Factory Racing, where their elite racers play an essential role in product development. We gained exclusive behind the scenes access to a quiet Trek Factory Racing test session in the Scottish Borders.

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Working 9 to 5 – Daydreamers and Nightriders

Tick follows tock, the minute hand creeps slowly round the dial… 5:30 pm is almost here. Important notes on the computer screen have long since blurred into one, and concentration has shifted to plotting the fastest way home: how will I avoid the traffic, and what will I need? Bike, helmet, gloves, winter shoes, lights – don’t forget lights! Who said it’s only the weekend when we can have fun? We are the 9 to 5 daydreamers, and it’s time to shred with some friends!

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Chris Ball Interview – The Future of the EWS, TV Deals, Doping and E-MTB Racing

I first sat down with Chris Ball, the director of the Enduro World Series, back in January 2013. We talked about dreams and visions, about how enduro had reached critical mass and was set to explode, and his ambitious plans for an international racing series. Looking back at that early interview, one quote stands out, “Our combined vision is to define enduro, steer development and look after it, helping riders professionalise within the sport.” Fast forward four years and the EWS’s success is unquestioned, evolving into a global super series, with eight sellout rounds supporting the careers of hundreds of young riders and generating millions for the tourism and cycling industry.

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Remanufacture and Reuse in the Cycling Industry

We live in a world of infinite possibilities, abundant resources and endless trails, or so we believe. Meet the businesses in the bike industry who are catching onto the idea that, to keep producing affordable bikes, we might have to look at our assets a bit differently.

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Unlocking ‘The Secret’ – Visiting Katy Winton

We visit Scottish racer Katy Winton to find out more about the life of an elite EWS racer on the Trek Factory Racing Team.

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