Stromlo Shred & Junior World Squad Locked
Winter might be settling in, but the racing scene in Australia is absolutely red hot.
Stromlo Forest Park played host to the 2026 UCI Continental Series and National Series XCC and XCO races last weekend, bringing elite-level competition to the nation's capital. The tracks were fast, dusty, and notoriously technical, proving once again why Stromlo is the heartbeat of Aussie XC racing.
The Future is Fast: Junior Squad Selected
In massive news for the future of the sport, the ARA Australian Cycling Team has officially locked in the junior XCO squad for the 2026 UCI MTB World Championships. It's an incredibly talented group of young guns who have been dominating the local series, and we can't wait to see them represent the green and gold on the world stage.
Local Hero Dirt
While the pros are pinning numbers, local trail networks like Creswick and Harcourt are delivering world-class winter hero dirt. The recent drizzle has turned the clay into tacky velcro—if you haven't been out for a pedal this week, you're missing out on the best conditions of the year.
Dial Your Rig for Race Pace
Whether you're aiming for a podium or just trying to beat your mates to the bottom, a vague cockpit is the fastest way to lose time. High-speed XCO requires surgical precision.
Race-ready cockpit upgrades:
- Control: Get proper high-speed leverage with our WAKE Alloy Handlebars.
- Grip: Eliminate hand slip with our dual-density Bucklos Lock-On Grips.
- Traction: Stay glued to your rig through the rock gardens with ENLEE Enduro Flat Pedals.
Check out our full MTB Performance Hardware Collection to get your rig race-ready.
See you on the start line.
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