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If you did miss anything from round 1 in Lourdes Eddie finished in 48th, Jenna our new Junior girl in 6th at her first ever world cup and myself in 20th with a slow flat tyre.

After a small break to re group, get some extra training in we were back this past week at a very wet and windy Fort William.

Known as one of the longest and toughest tracks on the circuit we were in for a challenging week. The track had returned to some "old" parts and a slightly awkward woods section. The first day started off dry-ish which was about the last time we saw some sun all week. Jenna got into things learning the long track for the first ever time and realizing how hard it was going to be come race day and in a full run. Amazingly taking it in her stride like we've come to learn so fast! Matt was now also back with the team for the season but after the airline lost his bag for days, he started off practice in jeans and a jersey. 

Eddie and I benefitting from later A practice and timed practice actually saw the weather go from okay to rain with the track starting to get super rough. Bernard laid down a super nice smooth timed practice run into 5th place....Eddie experimented with some new lines with a crash in one and then high winds blowing him off track on the second timed run resulting in an even bigger crash he was lucky to walk away from.

Qualifying day and the miserable drizzly rain had really set in. Jenna was ready, smiling and excited for the wet riding for some amazing reason..! Her main goal being able to hold on at the bottom of the almost 6 minute track, slotting into a very respectable 5th place. Matt still missing his kit and coming off shoulder surgery decided to play it smart on the now very very rough track and instead make his come back to racing at the EWS in 2 weeks time. Eddie had a "sketchy" run in his words but rode it to 17th place ready for the Live show Sunday. I felt great all day doing a full run in practice, pedaled super hard after what I thought was just solid run into 5th place making it my best ever qualifying position ready for a big day Sunday!

Race day came and the rain hadn't stopped but neither had the crowds of fans entering! It was an unbelievable atmosphere after 2 years out of Fort William due to the pandemic. With the junior race being so early on Sunday morning Jenna was eager to get it done! After a great run she made a tiny but costly mistake in the woods having to go around the Redbull road gap costing her a lot of time. She hammered hard to the line and finished in an amazing 4th place! 

Eddie was up next and felt good after re grouping in practice and dialing in some new lines. Stoked to be back on the Live feed Eddie was hyped to bring it in to the top 10 but after the ever changing conditions and gusty winds he rode a little tight and safe but still finished in a very good 19th place!

Mequon, WI (March 30, 2022) – Hayes Bicycle Group is pleased to launch a collection of Gravel and Trail wheels, featuring ten new wheelset options from Reynolds and SUNringlé, along with a new, versatile Manitou Jack dropper seatpost.

GRAVEL
For your off-pavement experience, the Reynolds and SUNringlé gravel wheel collections are up to the challenge. The steepest gravel climbs, the roughest descents and technical singletracks; this is where our gravel wheels shine. Our collection of gravel wheels features the most comprehensive collection available to the adventure gravel rider – complimenting the existing Reynolds ATR wheels with aerodynamic technology, and the G series with lightweight, efficient power delivery. The gravel collection includes the NEW Reynolds G700/G650 and SUNringlé DÜROC G30 wheels.

Reynolds G700 / G650
Traction and comfort on any terrain, Reynolds G700 and G650 carbon wheels, will handle it all. Featuring a 25mm wide hookless and tubeless channel that matches perfectly with modern bigger gravel tires in both 700c and 650b sizes. Assembled around the new Ringlé SRX gravel hub the G700 and G650 floats over gravel, roots and even pavement if you must.

Lightweight and efficient power delivery keep your legs fresh due to Reynolds’ unique asymmetric rim profile, while benchmark durability and enhanced compliance improves traction. The wide TSS channel is perfect for wide tires and low pressures eliminating sore fatigued hands and keeps your rear happy in the saddle.

SUNringlé DÜROC G30 EXPERT
Looking for your next off the pavement adventure? With proven reliable performance in all conditions, the SUNringlé DÜROC G30 EXPERT aluminum, gravel wheels will help you conquer the terrain. Whether you’re grinding a climb or exploring the unknown, SUNringlé wheels have you covered. Rider-driven design means SUNringlé gravel wheels and rims are built for your ride.

Available in 700c or 650b, the wider rim profile used with higher volume tires, combined with the ability to run lower PSI for increased traction, will improve versatility, durability, and performance. The STR tubeless ready channel gives you easy, trouble-free tubeless setup and reliable burp free performance at low PSI. Our new Ringlé SRX road/gravel hub is designed to perform in all conditions so you can get the most out of your adventure and - your ride.

Choose your own adventure and find the performance and durability in all conditions. Tech meets tough. SUNringlé is built to ride and built to last

TRAIL
Taking the rider further off trail, the new Reynolds Trail wheels redefine the category, being light, strong, and compliant. The new low profile, wide channel rim increases cornering speed, trail feel, and improves compliance, featuring an asymmetric rim profile for better power transfer and overall wheel durability. Bridging the gap between XC speed and Enduro tough, Reynolds trail wheels will leave you with confidence-inspiring precision and control.

Blacklabel Mountain wheels combine Reynolds’ asymmetric, hookless rim profile featuring our proprietary Impact Dispersing Matrix (IDM) technology and MR5 lay up process. The rim design offers a perfect balance of width, depth, and layup for wheels that provide ultimate durability, riding comfort, and trail-hugging traction like you’ve never experienced before.

Manufactured and designed by Industry Nine and Ringlé, the precision hubs set the bar in mountain bike wheel performance. All Reynolds Trail wheels are available with the most current Shimano and SRAM freehbub bodies.

Reynolds Blacklabel 327 PRO &329 Trail PRO
Reynolds’ premium wide trail wheelset, the Trail PRO, starts with Reynolds’ asymmetric, hookless rim profile featuring our proprietary Impact Dispersing Matrix (IDM) technology and MR5 lay up process, specifically created for speed, durability, and comfort. These wheels feature 100% CNC machined Reynolds/Industry Nine Hydra hubs with 6-pawl, .52-degree engagement, Sapim CX-Ray spokes, and aluminum nipples.

Reynolds Blacklabel 327 Trail EXPERT & 329 Trail EXPERT
The Blacklabel Trail Expert wheels combine Reynolds' asymmetric, hookless rim profile, featuring our IDM technology and MR5 lay up process, specifically created for speed, durability, and comfort. The wheels include Reynolds/Ringlé Super Bubba X hubs with 6-pawl, 4-degree engagement, Sapim CX-Ray spokes, and aluminum nipples.

Reynolds TR327 Trail & TR329 Trail
The TR327 Trail and TR329 Trail series use the same asymmetric hookless rim profile as our premium Blacklabel Trail wheels, with our CR3 lay up process. The wheels include new Reynolds/Ringlé SRX MTN hubs with 3-pawl, 12-degree engagement, Sapim Sprint spokes and brass nipples.

Manitou Jack Dropper Post
The Manitou Jack dropper post features a cartridge bearing for smooth, precise operation and three drop options – 185mm, 160mm, and 80mm – for improved handling when you need it. Available in 30.9 and 31.6mm diameters, the Jack includes a Manitou cable head which is the same dimension of a cable clamp, allowing all the cable tension adjustment to be completed on the lever side.

To further demonstrate the serviceability of Manitou products, the Jack dropper cartridge can be fully rebuilt to replace bushing and seals when the time comes, keeping the smoothest post on the market feeling like it's brand new. The 80mm Jack features a shorter overall length at 320mm, for use on youth performance, Gravel and XC applications; while providing an actuated auto reset function when the post is in the fully dropped position. Manitou: Science of Smooth.

Warranty
Reynolds is confident that we build the best carbon rim and wheel systems in the cycling industry. All of our wheels are produced in our own facility, by our own staff, to our strict engineering specifications. Therefore, we confidently offer a lifetime warranty to the original owner of Reynolds rims.

To the original owner, all SUNringlé and Manitou products determined by the factory to be defective in materials and/or workmanship, within two years from the date of original purchase, will be repaired or replaced at the sole discretion of the manufacturer.

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