Mt Stromlo a�� Australian National Round 2 a�� Finals

Sunday morning for round 2 of the MTBA national series and everyone was keen to see what the riders could produce after seeding was tightly packed the day before. Race day is generally the day lines are sorted and everyone is just keen to get on with it, a few practice runs, some fuel and up top for finals!

That means you can't have a bit of fun though! — That means you can’t have a bit of fun though!

Once practice was finished it was time for the riders to compose themselves before finals.

The under 19s was always going to produce tight racing and it didn’t disappoint! For all the results see the MTBA website.A�In the end Jackson Frew just edged out Remy Morton, watch out for these two as they continue the battle into the world cups next year.

Jackson Frew took the V... — Jackson Frew took the V…

Moving onto Elite and the women’s competition was just as tight, in the end Danielle Beecroft took the win after spending some time off her bike due to injury.

Danielle Beecroft took the win for the elite women.

Watch out for an ongoing battle between the top women all season.

In the elite men’s class the battle between Jack Moir and Graeme Mudd continued, in the end of the day Jack made it 2 from 2.

Jack Moir is on fire with his second win in a row.

Jackson Davis injured himself, he will be be back though!

This left David McMillan and Rhys Atkinson to hold the fort for team Specialized.

We have a few more images of the day for you all to enjoy!

Dry and dusty conditions meant this was a common occurrence!

See you at round 3!

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December 17, 2015

Mt Stromlo a�� Australian National Round 2 – Qualifying

Qualifying took place under blue skies and at the end of the day times were tight across all categories! It can be hard to read into each result but one thing is for sure, racing is going to be close! Graeme Mudd took the fastest qualifier by just 0.25 seconds from Jack Moir, third was Tom Crimmins, fourth Chris Kovarik and fifth was Timmy Eaton. For the women Danni Beecroft was the fastest, Sarah Booth was just 0.46 arrears, Tegan Molloy was third, fourth was Kellie Weinert and rounding out the top five was Michelle Crisp.

Tegan Molloy bursting out of the sunlight.

In the juniors recent GT Bicycles factory signing Jackson Frew edged out Remy Morton. Looking at the junior women it was Sian A’Hern who was the fastest qualifier with Jessica Sergo second.

Jaime Black getting some welcome relief courtesy of a tasty snack!

David McMillan aka Mayhem Dave doing his thing.

Remy Morton wasn't fazed! — Remy Morton wasn’t fazed!

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December 13, 2015

Mt Stromlo – Australian National Round 2

For round 2 of the Mountain Bike Australia (MTBA) national series we head to the nation’s capital, Canberra and Mount Stromlo. This park has held world championships, world cups, countless national and state races so it is a well known beast. A lot of riders have commented that it is fun to ride but hard to race, especially with the large sprint at the end. With the first days of practice done we have RF Photographics giving us a run down on the event so far.

We have love for all the media crew that bring you images and videos of the section, shout outs to you all!

There was plenty of line choice/discussion near the top of the track as riders could gain valuable seconds here.

The competition in the women's class is going to be tight. — The competition in the women’s class is going to be tight.

Chris Kovarik was smashing out runs all day, definitely a force to be reckoned with this weekend!

Guess who's bike.... — Guess who’s bike….

Maybe there was an unofficial whip competition?

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December 12, 2015

National Champs – Pick of the Pics – Version 1.0

Maybe they are talking about whether they made it in to our Pick of the Pics report.... maybe not! — Maybe they are talking about whether they made it in to our Pick of the Pics report…. maybe not!

Okay let’s keep the good times from Bright rolling! Photographers really enjoy shooting at Bright, a combination of plenty of features and some amazing light means everyone is happy, especially as the riders love the track. We will let the images say the rest, enjoy!

Connor Fearon exiting the rock garden which had seen some work from last year.

The YVC Team were there in full strength and looked good!

Chris Kovarik wasn't afraid of the rocks. — Chris Kovarik wasn’t afraid of the rocks.

Dean Lucas working his way through the trees.

Graeme Mudd had a cracker of a National Series and scored a strong top 10 result in Bright.

Joel WIllis one of the young downhillers in the circuit chasing the opportunity tor represent his country at the World Championships. — Joel Willis one of the young downhillers in the circuit chasing the opportunity tor represent his country at the World Championships.

Chris Pannozzo didn't have an ideal final run but was still positive! — Chris Pannozzo didn’t have an ideal final run but was still positive!

This corner saw plenty of action all week!

Troy Brosnan negotiating one of the most technical parts of the track.

More pics to come….

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March 18, 2015

National Champs – Bright – Day 2

It isn't all fun and games in Bright! Well okay there was a lot of fun and Timmy Eaton and David McMillan did find some games... — It isn’t all fun and games in Bright! Well okay there was a lot of fun and Timmy Eaton and David McMillan did find some games…

Day 2 in Bright and more practice before seeding tomorrow, the track is really starting to get blown out now. Riders were saying it is in the same condition now as when finals was last year and there is still 2 more days of riding to go! In other news Mic Hannah shouldered a tree, at a pace as well, whether he bounces back for tomorrow is yet to be seen because there was talk of broken bones and he was looking very ginger when we saw him. In fact we saw countless riders crash today, with the back of corners being washed out and big holes opening up on the track it was inevitable, staying up come finals will move you a whole lot of places up the result sheet that’s for sure!

Mic Hannah wasn't the only rider who crashed! — Mic Hannah wasn’t the only rider who crashed!

Riders were going between bright sun and dark forest, something that took some adjusting to.

Jackson Davis has been looking fast all weekend!

The new road gap near the to of the course isn't an issue for most riders as they carry plenty of speed coming into it. Connor Clancy showing us how it is done. — The new road gap near the to of the course isn’t an issue for most riders as they carry plenty of speed coming into it. Connor Clancy showing us how it is done.

Jackson Frew is one of the younger riders going for gold, he will no doubt be in the mix come Sunday.

Aiden Varley is a local around these parts and will be a threat.

Shelly Flood is quick and when we say that we don't say quick for a girl because she is fast in anyone's language. — Shelly Flood is quick and when we say that we don’t say quick for a girl because she is fast in anyone’s language.

Tegan Molloy is another one of the fast women on track here in Bright, she will be looking to making a mark in her first Elite Championships.

The reigning female champ is Tracey Hannah and she isn't going to give up her title without a fight! — The reigning female champ is Tracey Hannah and she isn’t going to give up her title without a fight!

Josh Button is a bit of a unknown not having raced many races lately but never rule him out!

Claire Buchar is another fast lady, this weeks race could be anyones and the same rings true across all the categories!

Andrew Crimmins would like to launch his international season with a National Champs win.

Remy Morton is on a new bike here this week (we would really like to show you but you just have to wait a little while....) — Remy Morton is on a new bike here this week (we would really like to show you but you just have to wait a little while….)

Jack Moir is loving his new bike saying it felt super comfortable and that was only after three runs!

David McMillan, super stylish but hampered this weekend by an injury.

Dean Lucas, another rider who will be on a new bike soon! Looking fast, a good result here for Deanos Machinos is quite possible!

Timmy Eaton had a crash last run of the day but he is tough so it was no issue!

There is some greenery amongst the dust here!

The golden hour comes late in the day when everything looks good!

Seeding tomorrow check back then!

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March 13, 2015

National Champs – Bright – Day 1

The track at Bright is very similar to last year, there are a few additions, such as these corners at the bottom which Graeme Mudd is investigating.

For the second year in a row we are at Bright in the Victorian Alps for the MTBA National Championships. With the track being very similar to last year riders were up to speed early, the general consensus was that the track is already rougher than last year. The three most noticeable differences to the track this year are the new road gap at the top, the new rock garden half way down and a new finishing straight. We will leave you with a few pictures as we battle internet speed issues!

Connor Fearon up to speed early sending the higher line through the chute.

Dean Lucas checking the lines but looking fast when he was coming down.

Tracey Hannah will be looking to retain her national championships winners sleeve.

Older brother 'Sik Mik' Hannah looked fast on track. — Older brother ‘Sik Mik’ Hannah looked fast on track.

Check back soon as we get some photos loaded for you all!

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March 12, 2015