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Meet the Hard MTB League

Meet the Hard MTB League

Meet the Hard MTB League

These athletes tested their skills and the track

These athletes tested their skills and the track

These athletes tested their skills and the track

Let’s get in touch

Let’s get in touch

Let’s get in touch

The Athletes are STOKED!

The Athletes are STOKED!

“…Candyland for bikes, like, surprises everywhere, and just anything you could ever want as a bike rider, to learn, progress, grow, and become a better rider as a whole was here..”

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Kailey Skelton

2025 Women's Hard MTB League Invitational Winner

I’ve been mountain biking for years, but this experience was next level. The routes were challenging yet rewarding, with stunning views at every turn.

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Alex Nimphy

Experienced rider

Racing down the steep descents and navigating the rugged terrain gave me such a thrill! The bikes were top-notch, and the whole experience was well-organized from start to finish.

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Marcus Karen

Experienced rider

“…Candyland for bikes, like, surprises everywhere, and just anything you could ever want as a bike rider, to learn, progress, grow, and become a better rider as a whole was here..”

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Kailey Skelton

2025 Women's Hard MTB League Invitational Winner

I’ve been mountain biking for years, but this experience was next level. The routes were challenging yet rewarding, with stunning views at every turn.

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Alex Nimphy

Experienced rider

Racing down the steep descents and navigating the rugged terrain gave me such a thrill! The bikes were top-notch, and the whole experience was well-organized from start to finish.

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Marcus Karen

Experienced rider

Ignite resilience. Inspire greatness.

Meet 2025's Athletes

Meet 2025's Athletes

Meet 2025's Athletes

Meet the best riders on the planet who were willing to test there skills on the first track of its kind ever built, ever ridden, ever raced.

Meet the best riders on the planet who were willing to test there skills on the first track of its kind ever built, ever ridden, ever raced.

Meet the best riders on the planet who were willing to test there skills on the first track of its kind ever built, ever ridden, ever raced.

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SOPHIE ALLEN

FLORIDA, USA | Age: 24

From racing enduro and dual slalom to riding dirt jumps, this Colorado Mesa Alumna brings a strong multi-discipline approach to Hard MTB. Now based in Southern California, riding for Mondraker USA, Worldwide Cyclery, and Trail One, she’s always ready to bring technical skills and competitive drive to every run.

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SOPHIE ALLEN

FLORIDA, USA | Age: 24

From racing enduro and dual slalom to riding dirt jumps, this Colorado Mesa Alumna brings a strong multi-discipline approach to Hard MTB. Now based in Southern California, riding for Mondraker USA, Worldwide Cyclery, and Trail One, she’s always ready to bring technical skills and competitive drive to every run.

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SOPHIE ALLEN

FLORIDA, USA | Age: 24

From racing enduro and dual slalom to riding dirt jumps, this Colorado Mesa Alumna brings a strong multi-discipline approach to Hard MTB. Now based in Southern California, riding for Mondraker USA, Worldwide Cyclery, and Trail One, she’s always ready to bring technical skills and competitive drive to every run.

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LUCA COMETTI

CALIFORNIA, USA | Age: 29

Stemming from Southern California with a background in downhill and dual slalom, in the last decade, he has competed in everything from UCI World Cups to Crankworx, Big Mountain enduros, and even gravel racing. He loves to mix it up on different bikes and always enjoys a challenge on anything two-wheeled.

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LUCA COMETTI

CALIFORNIA, USA | Age: 29

Stemming from Southern California with a background in downhill and dual slalom, in the last decade, he has competed in everything from UCI World Cups to Crankworx, Big Mountain enduros, and even gravel racing. He loves to mix it up on different bikes and always enjoys a challenge on anything two-wheeled.

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LUCA COMETTI

CALIFORNIA, USA | Age: 29

Stemming from Southern California with a background in downhill and dual slalom, in the last decade, he has competed in everything from UCI World Cups to Crankworx, Big Mountain enduros, and even gravel racing. He loves to mix it up on different bikes and always enjoys a challenge on anything two-wheeled.

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TEGAN CRUZ

BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA | Age: 19

BMX-to-downhill convert racing RockShox Trek Team. 2019 Canadian Open winner raised thirty minutes from Whistler, trained in high-speed technical terrain since childhood.

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TEGAN CRUZ

BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA | Age: 19

BMX-to-downhill convert racing RockShox Trek Team. 2019 Canadian Open winner raised thirty minutes from Whistler, trained in high-speed technical terrain since childhood.

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TEGAN CRUZ

BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA | Age: 19

BMX-to-downhill convert racing RockShox Trek Team. 2019 Canadian Open winner raised thirty minutes from Whistler, trained in high-speed technical terrain since childhood.

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BOSTON BRYANT

UT, USA Age: 15

Young gun with raw talent, effortless style and relentless drive for progression.  Goals of rising to the top of Gravity racing and a fierce passion for building a successful professional biking career. All while having FUN!

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BOSTON BRYANT

UT, USA Age: 15

Young gun with raw talent, effortless style and relentless drive for progression.  Goals of rising to the top of Gravity racing and a fierce passion for building a successful professional biking career. All while having FUN!

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BOSTON BRYANT

UT, USA Age: 15

Young gun with raw talent, effortless style and relentless drive for progression.  Goals of rising to the top of Gravity racing and a fierce passion for building a successful professional biking career. All while having FUN!

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CODY KELLY

UT, USA | Age: 33

Technical downhill specialist known for calculated line choice and commitment to massive features. Emerging talent bringing Canadian riding pedigree and competitive fire to elite competition.

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CODY KELLY

UT, USA | Age: 33

Technical downhill specialist known for calculated line choice and commitment to massive features. Emerging talent bringing Canadian riding pedigree and competitive fire to elite competition.

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CODY KELLY

UT, USA | Age: 33

Technical downhill specialist known for calculated line choice and commitment to massive features. Emerging talent bringing Canadian riding pedigree and competitive fire to elite competition.

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TRISTAN LEMIRE

QUEBEC, CANADA | Age: Early 20s

MTB racer from the East Coast of Canada with World Cup downhill roots, now pushing into dual slalom and pumptrack. Always chasing progression and aiming to become the best rider he can be.

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TRISTAN LEMIRE

QUEBEC, CANADA | Age: Early 20s

MTB racer from the East Coast of Canada with World Cup downhill roots, now pushing into dual slalom and pumptrack. Always chasing progression and aiming to become the best rider he can be.

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TRISTAN LEMIRE

QUEBEC, CANADA | Age: Early 20s

MTB racer from the East Coast of Canada with World Cup downhill roots, now pushing into dual slalom and pumptrack. Always chasing progression and aiming to become the best rider he can be.

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CAM LUKENS

FLORIDA, USA | Age: 14

Florida traveling athlete competing nationwide in downhill and slopestyle. 2019 Canadian Open category winner balancing homeschool education with professional mountain bike pursuit across North America.

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CAM LUKENS

FLORIDA, USA | Age: 14

Florida traveling athlete competing nationwide in downhill and slopestyle. 2019 Canadian Open category winner balancing homeschool education with professional mountain bike pursuit across North America.

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CAM LUKENS

FLORIDA, USA | Age: 14

Florida traveling athlete competing nationwide in downhill and slopestyle. 2019 Canadian Open category winner balancing homeschool education with professional mountain bike pursuit across North America.

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WES LUKENS

FLORIDA, USA | Age: 10

Youngest competitor landing double backflips and finishing second at Cam Zink Invitational. Eight years riding experience despite being ten years old, traveling full-time pursuing world championship dreams.

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WES LUKENS

FLORIDA, USA | Age: 10

Youngest competitor landing double backflips and finishing second at Cam Zink Invitational. Eight years riding experience despite being ten years old, traveling full-time pursuing world championship dreams.

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WES LUKENS

FLORIDA, USA | Age: 10

Youngest competitor landing double backflips and finishing second at Cam Zink Invitational. Eight years riding experience despite being ten years old, traveling full-time pursuing world championship dreams.

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MCKENNA MERTEN

CALIFORNIA, USA | Age: 23

Downhill and Dual Slalom racer from Southern California, with a background in BMX racing. Dedicated to progression, chasing podiums, and inspiring young girls to chase their dreams in the sport.

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MCKENNA MERTEN

CALIFORNIA, USA | Age: 23

Downhill and Dual Slalom racer from Southern California, with a background in BMX racing. Dedicated to progression, chasing podiums, and inspiring young girls to chase their dreams in the sport.

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MCKENNA MERTEN

CALIFORNIA, USA | Age: 23

Downhill and Dual Slalom racer from Southern California, with a background in BMX racing. Dedicated to progression, chasing podiums, and inspiring young girls to chase their dreams in the sport.

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NIK NESTOROFF

CALIFORNIA, USA | Age: Mid-20s

Southern California downhill racer on Ari Bikes Team. NW Cup Pro Men's winner known for aggressive riding style, raw speed, and commitment to technical features at race pace.

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NIK NESTOROFF

CALIFORNIA, USA | Age: Mid-20s

Southern California downhill racer on Ari Bikes Team. NW Cup Pro Men's winner known for aggressive riding style, raw speed, and commitment to technical features at race pace.

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NIK NESTOROFF

CALIFORNIA, USA | Age: Mid-20s

Southern California downhill racer on Ari Bikes Team. NW Cup Pro Men's winner known for aggressive riding style, raw speed, and commitment to technical features at race pace.

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EDDIE REYNOLDS

CALIFORNIA, USA | Age: Mid-20s

Downhill specialist bringing gritty determination and technical prowess. Known for calculated aggression on steep terrain, consistently pushing limits while maintaining smooth, efficient race runs.

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EDDIE REYNOLDS

CALIFORNIA, USA | Age: Mid-20s

Downhill specialist bringing gritty determination and technical prowess. Known for calculated aggression on steep terrain, consistently pushing limits while maintaining smooth, efficient race runs.

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EDDIE REYNOLDS

CALIFORNIA, USA | Age: Mid-20s

Downhill specialist bringing gritty determination and technical prowess. Known for calculated aggression on steep terrain, consistently pushing limits while maintaining smooth, efficient race runs.

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MITCH ROPELATO

UTAH, USA | Age: Mid-30s

TWO-TIME KING OF CRANKWORX CHAMPION, US ENDURO NATIONAL CHAMPION, AND EWS PODIUM CONTENDER. KNOWN FOR EXCEPTIONAL BIKE HANDLING SKILLS ACROSS PUMP TRACKS, DOWNHILL, AND ENDURO RACING WORLDWIDE.

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MITCH ROPELATO

UTAH, USA | Age: Mid-30s

TWO-TIME KING OF CRANKWORX CHAMPION, US ENDURO NATIONAL CHAMPION, AND EWS PODIUM CONTENDER. KNOWN FOR EXCEPTIONAL BIKE HANDLING SKILLS ACROSS PUMP TRACKS, DOWNHILL, AND ENDURO RACING WORLDWIDE.

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MITCH ROPELATO

UTAH, USA | Age: Mid-30s

TWO-TIME KING OF CRANKWORX CHAMPION, US ENDURO NATIONAL CHAMPION, AND EWS PODIUM CONTENDER. KNOWN FOR EXCEPTIONAL BIKE HANDLING SKILLS ACROSS PUMP TRACKS, DOWNHILL, AND ENDURO RACING WORLDWIDE.

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JORDY SCOTT

COLORADO, USA | Age: Early 20s

2025 Queen of Crankworx bringing BMX World Championship pedigree to mountain biking. First woman winning international Speed & Style, transitioning to MTB at eighteen with dominant results.

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JORDY SCOTT

COLORADO, USA | Age: Early 20s

2025 Queen of Crankworx bringing BMX World Championship pedigree to mountain biking. First woman winning international Speed & Style, transitioning to MTB at eighteen with dominant results.

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JORDY SCOTT

COLORADO, USA | Age: Early 20s

2025 Queen of Crankworx bringing BMX World Championship pedigree to mountain biking. First woman winning international Speed & Style, transitioning to MTB at eighteen with dominant results.

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KAILEY SKELTON

CALIFORNIA, USA | Age: Mid 20s

Three-time Elite National Downhill Champion and 2025 Monster Energy Pro Series overall winner. Ari Factory Racing athlete who started racing BMX/moto at four years old.

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KAILEY SKELTON

CALIFORNIA, USA | Age: Mid 20s

Three-time Elite National Downhill Champion and 2025 Monster Energy Pro Series overall winner. Ari Factory Racing athlete who started racing BMX/moto at four years old.

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KAILEY SKELTON

CALIFORNIA, USA | Age: Mid 20s

Three-time Elite National Downhill Champion and 2025 Monster Energy Pro Series overall winner. Ari Factory Racing athlete who started racing BMX/moto at four years old.

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ALEX STORR

WALES, UK | Age: 23

Enduro World Series Under-21 racer from UK who started motocross at six. Still competes trials on 300cc engine while racing Forbidden Druid, bringing moto skills to technical enduro.

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ALEX STORR

WALES, UK | Age: 23

Enduro World Series Under-21 racer from UK who started motocross at six. Still competes trials on 300cc engine while racing Forbidden Druid, bringing moto skills to technical enduro.

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ALEX STORR

WALES, UK | Age: 23

Enduro World Series Under-21 racer from UK who started motocross at six. Still competes trials on 300cc engine while racing Forbidden Druid, bringing moto skills to technical enduro.

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KYLE STRAIT

CALIFORNIA, USA | Age: 37

Only rider competing in every Red Bull Rampage through 2023. Two-time Rampage winner who first competed age fourteen in 2001, co-hosting Strait Acres Invitational since 2022.

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KYLE STRAIT

CALIFORNIA, USA | Age: 37

Only rider competing in every Red Bull Rampage through 2023. Two-time Rampage winner who first competed age fourteen in 2001, co-hosting Strait Acres Invitational since 2022.

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KYLE STRAIT

CALIFORNIA, USA | Age: 37

Only rider competing in every Red Bull Rampage through 2023. Two-time Rampage winner who first competed age fourteen in 2001, co-hosting Strait Acres Invitational since 2022.

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OLIVIA SILVA

CALIFORNIA, USA | Age: 16

First woman unlocking massive finish jump at Hard MTB League course. Sixteen-year-old competing against adult professionals with fearless commitment and technical skill beyond her years.

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OLIVIA SILVA

CALIFORNIA, USA | Age: 16

First woman unlocking massive finish jump at Hard MTB League course. Sixteen-year-old competing against adult professionals with fearless commitment and technical skill beyond her years.

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OLIVIA SILVA

CALIFORNIA, USA | Age: 16

First woman unlocking massive finish jump at Hard MTB League course. Sixteen-year-old competing against adult professionals with fearless commitment and technical skill beyond her years.

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BAS VAN STEENBERGEN

BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA | Age: Late 20s

2021 King of Crankworx champion and Red Bull Rampage competitor from Netherlands. Moved to Canada in 2010, combining dirt bike/BMX background with calculated bike-handling excellence.

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BAS VAN STEENBERGEN

BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA | Age: Late 20s

2021 King of Crankworx champion and Red Bull Rampage competitor from Netherlands. Moved to Canada in 2010, combining dirt bike/BMX background with calculated bike-handling excellence.

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BAS VAN STEENBERGEN

BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA | Age: Late 20s

2021 King of Crankworx champion and Red Bull Rampage competitor from Netherlands. Moved to Canada in 2010, combining dirt bike/BMX background with calculated bike-handling excellence.

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ASA VERMETTE

COLORADO, USA | Age: 18

Youngest-ever Red Bull Hardline Wales winner at eighteen. 2024 Junior Downhill World Champion with multiple national titles, showing up to every race thinking he'll win.

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ASA VERMETTE

COLORADO, USA | Age: 18

Youngest-ever Red Bull Hardline Wales winner at eighteen. 2024 Junior Downhill World Champion with multiple national titles, showing up to every race thinking he'll win.

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ASA VERMETTE

COLORADO, USA | Age: 18

Youngest-ever Red Bull Hardline Wales winner at eighteen. 2024 Junior Downhill World Champion with multiple national titles, showing up to every race thinking he'll win.

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MAYUMI WAKEFIELD

WASHINGTON, USA | Age: 14

Emerging mountain bike racer bringing competitive fire and technical progression to elite-level events. Building reputation through consistent performance and dedication to advancing women's competitive mountain biking.

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MAYUMI WAKEFIELD

WASHINGTON, USA | Age: 14

Emerging mountain bike racer bringing competitive fire and technical progression to elite-level events. Building reputation through consistent performance and dedication to advancing women's competitive mountain biking.

Team member

MAYUMI WAKEFIELD

WASHINGTON, USA | Age: 14

Emerging mountain bike racer bringing competitive fire and technical progression to elite-level events. Building reputation through consistent performance and dedication to advancing women's competitive mountain biking.

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