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I think Gwin would have been disappointed at how poorly Trek marketed him. I mean, he totally dominated the last two seasons and is the first American to do so for a very very long time. He should have been on the cover of Time magazine for his achievements, but I think most American's outside of the sport wouldn't have even noticed. He and the sport will be properly promoted at Specialized. Which is good very good news for DH IMO. More outside industry sponsorship for downhill is needed.

I hope he has the heart to fight it out with Gwin next year. The poor lad has had terrible luck with injuries since 2009. This is the reason why Gwin has been out there on his own. I have no doubt that if Sam had been running at 100% in 2011 and 2012 then Gwin wouldn't have won quite so many races. Maybe Sam wouldn't have stopped him winning the overalls, but it would have been a fight at least. I think it'll go two ways with this move. He'll either be winning or it'll be his last season at the World Cups. I hope it's the former. Sam on form is insane to watch. Pity it's so long until the 1st World Cup!