The Strive Diaries: CFET Brings in New Partners for 2015
It’s a tough old game trying to predict the future, but if the end of 2014 is anything to go by, then 2015 is going to be pretty darn good for the Canyon Factory Enduro Team (CFET). While our tried and true lineup of Joe Barnes, Ludo May, Ines Thoma and Fabien Barel remains unchanged, we've got three new partners joining us for the ride in the new season.
CFET will run their Canyon Strive CF race bikes with RockShox forks and shocks in 2015, capture all the action in HD with GoPro cameras, and illuminate the trails after the sun goes down with Lupine Lighting Systems.
“The working relationship between SRAM and Canyon goes beyond just business. We share the same attitude to riding, set the same high standards for our products, and have worked together across a variety of disciplines and at events for several years. Ever since the team was founded back in 2013 we have ridden with XX1 drivetrains, SRAM brakes and Reverb dropper posts, so making the shift to RockShox suspension was an easy step that will further strengthen our cooperation. That kind of consistency is not just good for our team, but for riders everywhere as at the end of the day, it improves the quality of all our products thanks to the punishment the team dishes out on their parts. I also can’t wait for the guys to start using the new SRAM XX1 Quarq Power Meter. The performance analysis that power meters provide is a big step up for us and will really raise the level all around.” - Flo Goral, CFET Manager
Helmet cams are nothing new, but their importance on race weekends cannot be overstated when it comes to scoping out the best lines, especially when practice time is so restricted. It’s great to partner up with GoPro this year as they’ve always set the benchmark in POV camera technology. Our guys will be using the new Hero4 throughout the season when getting to grips with new tracks.
There are times that you get carried away when shooting or testing that you don’t even notice it when the light begins to fade. Back in Chile last year we got stuck trying to ride down a boulder field in the pitch black. That wasn’t ideal, so getting hold of some decent lights for the new season was a big priority. With Lupine Lighting Systems we can rely on German quality that is built to last and has enough power to turn night into day.
The Canyon Factory Enduro Team will be riding with the following partners in 2015:
Mavic: Wheels, tyres, riding clothing and equipment
SRAM: Drivetrain, brakes and power meters
RockShox: Forks, rear shocks and dropper posts
Ergon: Grips, saddles, gloves and backpacks
Topeak: Tools
Renthal: Handlebars and stems
Urge Bike Products: Full face helmets
E.Thirteen: Chain guides
GoPro: Cameras
Lupine: Lighting
Muc-Off: Bike care products
Clif Bar: Sports nutrition
7id Protection: Protectors and vests
Mucky Nutz: Mudguards
MENTIONS: @mavic @SramMedia @Ergon @urgebikeproducts
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Your direct sales model is as attractive as the curve on your top tube. For years we've longed for your presence in our marketplace. Every photo we see of you painstakingly reminds us that we cannot be together. But I write this to challenge you...why must we be apart?
Sincerely,
U.S. Consumers
So they rather build cheap(er) bikes and sell them in Europe.
Sweet bikes, by the way. Would love to try the Shapeshifter. Seems to have some cool merits. Good luck in 2015!
Pappa: everything
Not gonna wait. Will probably place my order soon (watching the Euro slide). As of today, the Strive CF 8.0 model will cost you about $4300 U.S. which ain't such a bad price for a bike of this type. That doesn't include VAT, tariff, etc. but that shouldn't be too over the top. I hope.
I've got some pretty solid connections in the "international logistics" field. I'll open a new thread in the forums if I get this thing onto American soil :-)
YT have announced North American sales coming soon , only a matter of time before Canyon do the same.
Get one!
I bought a rare watch from Arizona ones, got 30dollars custom fee. for a watch i payed 500 dollars for.
Or maybe it's like buying a Ferrari... don't be shocked when the bill for your first oil change is $1000
p.s. been riding with Ergon packs for years (love the FLINK, even bought several on eBay when you stopped importing them to the US for a while) best packs I've owned as far as riding comfort. More recently with Ergon grips and saddles... loving the ride. Keep up the great work!
Thanks for the solid and positive feedback!
Plus, y'know, why would they? The 36 is really good, but the Pike is also really good.