Recently signing with suspension manufacturer
X-Fusion Shox, Aptos' local Tyler McCaul continues to make a name for himself. Riding under
GT Bicycles, Tyler McCaul, brother of Cam, has been putting in his time. Before injuring himself at Whistler Crankworx, Tyler was killing it, with some good racing results, and some good slopestyle results too. Whistler put a beating on Tyler, however, he's healed up and back up to speed.
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The Aptos area doesn't see too much rain. The most moisture I saw in 4 days there was the dew on the dirt jumps burning off each morning, meaning the local riders ride as much as they possibly can. This would obviously allow you to grind out some great tricks during the "off season", while everyone else in other areas are enjoying the snow season. During Tyler's time off he has been looking at new tricks, new sponsors, and a new style. Now that Tyler is back on his bike his riding style and trick bag has been refined and looks great for 2010.
For 2010 Tyler is looking for good results all around, on the downhill side of things, and on the Slopestyle competition side of things. Once again for 2010 Tyler is part of the GT team, and has recently signed with X-Fusion Suspension. X-Fusion is an up and coming suspension brand that have constructed some light weight, and functional forks and rear shocks. Not only that, but they have compiled a small roster of riders who are ready to kill it!
| Frame and size | 2010 GT Ruckus DX
Medium Frame |
| Fork | 2009 RockShox Pike
X Fusion Velvet for 2010 |
| Headset | Chris King |
| Crankarms | Shimano Saint M810 165mm |
| Bottom Bracket | Shimano Saint M810 |
| Chainguide | Gamut P30 |
| Pedals | Shimano DX platform |
| Chain | SRAM single speed |
| Handlebar | Bontrager Big Earl 31.8 50mm rise |
| Stem | Truvativ Holzfeller |
| Grips | GT Lock-ons |
| Brakes | Shimano Saint M810, 160mm CenterLock rotor |
| Front Wheel | Shimano XT M776 |
| Rear Wheel | Shimano XT M776 |
| Tires | Bontrager Revolt |
| Tubes | Maxxis Welter Weight |
| Saddle | SDG Patriot Proto |
| Seatpost | SDG I Beam |
Other tid bits:
- 34-14 gear ratio
- Chopped the boomerang on the chain guide to save a lil extra weight
- weight: 25.5 lbs as pictured but now it's 24.5 lbs with my X Fusion Velvet
Tyler has been working on getting his trick bag larger, working on big time tricks like bike flips! With the pool jump in the backyard, Tyler and Cam have all the necessary tools to learn, dial in, and perfect new tricks. Recently Tyler went on a trip to Mexico with brother Cam, to do some scouting for a movie feature for the future. I am interested to see the footage that will come out of Mexico.
I'm excited to see what Tyler has for us in 2010. He's got a great lineup of sponsors, a perfect location to learn and perfect his tricks, and the drive to get it done. Keep an eye out for Tyler McCaul in 2010, he's going to kill it!
