Neko Mulally Joins the YT Mob

Jan 13, 2017 at 4:55
by The YT Mob  
The YT Mob is excited to announce that 23 year old Neko Mulally of the USA will be joining Aaron Gwin and Angel Suarez to make up our 2017 line up. After a successful debut season taking the YT TUES to a historic World Cup debut, the team couldn’t be more thrilled about bringing in this talented young rider to tackle our 2nd race season.

Neko Mulally

Back in 2010 Neko made his first mark in the world of Downhill racing by finishing 2nd at the Junior World Championships in Mont-Sainte-Anne, and then went on to make history in 2014 by finishing 4th at the Elite World Championships with his chainless run. He also made his first trip to the UCI World Cup podium that year by finishing 3rd at the Cairns World Cup, despite a crash!

Known as one of the friendliest and easy going riders in the pits, he’s a determined athlete on the bike and the team has every confidence that he will not only settle in perfectly with the team, but continue to build on the results already achieved in his career.

bigquotesThe opportunity to ride for the YT Mob comes at an important junction in my career. The quality of the program has been proven and offers a dynamic where I have excelled in the past On top of the excellent support, I'm thrilled to be surrounded by this group of people at the races. To ride alongside a teammate like Aaron in an environment that's committed to success puts me in an ideal situation going forward. - Neko Mulally

bigquotesI'm really happy that we were able to sign Neko to the team this year, joining Angel and I. His work ethic, abilities on the bike, and overall positive attitude is exactly what we look for in a rider. We believe in him as he believes in himself and we'll work hard as a team to give him everything he needs to accomplish his goals of getting back to the top. It's going to be a fun year; the chainless destroyers are back together, watch out world! - Aaron Gwin

The World Champs curse continues to haunt Aaron Gwin and he ends another year as World Cup Champion but with no medal from World Champs.
  Team mate Aaron Gwin.

bigquotesOf course it's great to welcome Neko to the Mob, and in a way welcome him back home to the staff and support that worked alongside him for many years before. Neko was teammates with Aaron in 2011 and 2012 and learned a great deal during his time with him as Gwinny was racking up titles. I'm sure that he'll welcome that opportunity again and enjoy mixing it up with Angel as well. Team chemistry is very important for us and this decision wasn't taken lightly. Neko will be an excellent addition to the team. - Team Owner Martin Whiteley

In addition to racing the World Cup and World Championships, the riders will compete in their respective National Championships, select Pro GRT and other events.

Athlete Roster and Profiles can be viewed here: yt-mob.com/athletes

Photo Credit: Callie Horwath


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145 Comments
  • 441 3
 I'm guessing that they wont need a drivetrain sponsor this year then?
  • 23 103
flag driftmonster (Jan 13, 2017 at 5:51) (Below Threshold)
 AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa
  • 27 7
 Their mechanics were quoted as saying, "it will be a riveting season for both Neko and Aaron!"
  • 118 6
 Texas chainless massacre
  • 8 10
 Comment of the years so far!!
  • 44 0
 YT UNCHAINED!
  • 7 12
flag goflowz (Jan 13, 2017 at 12:50) (Below Threshold)
 Joe Smith on Norco bikes !
  • 2 1
 Mob hitmen! Loving yt, just picked up a jeffsy and am really impressed with its build quality! Great bikes and great riders!
  • 1 1
 @phalley: that would be good on a T shirt ????
  • 118 3
 The Chainless Mob
  • 2 0
 That would now be team Canyon with their project Disconnect.
  • 79 1
 Awesome move for Neko. So happy for the kid from good ol' Reading, PA.
  • 5 1
 Yep! I saw him there at the local Duryea DH event back in 2007. He killed it and I knew he'd be one to watch! Glad to see him and Gwin back together. YT is an awesome team. Stoked.
  • 2 0
 ME TOO! Awesome news!
  • 65 1
 Stoked for you Neko. Your a great friend and an all around quality dude. I have never meet someone who works harder and has the dedication of Neko. Hope the best for you guys this year!
  • 66 78
flag colincolin (Jan 13, 2017 at 6:47) (Below Threshold)
 *you're
  • 34 56
flag kmayHD (Jan 13, 2017 at 8:41) (Below Threshold)
 Feel good now bud? Your a dink. And we don't need you're grammar lesson.
  • 13 4
 *mimimimi
  • 7 15
flag WAKIdesigns (Jan 13, 2017 at 11:11) (Below Threshold)
 @MrMiyagi: don't give him a stick!
  • 17 6
 @kmayHD: it's good. You know your grammar is bad when someone with English as a second language corrects it.
  • 12 5
 Also it´s met not meet... but f*ck that, who cares
  • 7 24
flag kmayHD (Jan 13, 2017 at 14:10) (Below Threshold)
 @WolfStoneD: Yea, and you also know you're a dink when you feel it necessary to correct someone like that. I cant even imagine being so full of myself as to correct people like that. Its not my business nor my duty to try to educate the world, especially in such an arrogant manor. Sorry that shit just bugs me. But I welcome the negs.
  • 7 9
 @colincolin: Grammar Nazi
  • 10 5
 @kmayHD:

can't*

It's not my business (comma) *

Haha, relax. There is nothing wrong with striving for perfection. Some of the stuff on here is painful to read through
  • 69 5
 The YT Muricans. Eagles, stars, stripes, fireworks, explosions, Micheal Bay, guitar solos- all coming to a finish line near you!
  • 31 74
flag RedBurn (Jan 13, 2017 at 7:06) (Below Threshold)
 &trump
  • 75 8
 @RedBurn: *sad trombone*
  • 4 6
 @RedBurn: * Que uncopyrighted tacky game show music*
  • 6 2
 @Beazy: melting snowflakes
  • 21 6
 @RedBurn: who's trump?
  • 65 5
 Let's kill the politics. Both Neko and Aaron are all around great Americans; friendly with fans, positive attitude, and a desire to win. They are the embodiment of what true Americans stand for. I wish them luck this year, and Angel as well.
  • 21 8
 @RedBurn: we don't claim him
  • 34 8
 @thuff4130: Russian's own that one.
  • 20 2
 @hetfield1:Gwin/Mulally 2020? Big Grin
  • 3 12
flag Narro2 (Jan 13, 2017 at 10:10) (Below Threshold)
 @kyphoto: mmmm.... would Gwin run for the Dems?
  • 21 0
 @Narro2: No. Any words starting with demo remind him too much of his days with the big S.
  • 2 1
 Featuring a Spaniard.
  • 7 0
 @hetfield1: Cliff Burton approves.
  • 2 0
 Baywatch
  • 33 6
 two americans (that are actually good) on the same team! Whens the last time that happened?
  • 88 1
 2011-12...when they were both on Trek. Smile
  • 27 2
 Giver hell Neko
  • 32 10
 Yt?
  • 82 4
 Nah, defo Canyon.
  • 23 2
 but..... I hope Oscar Blues keeps him!
  • 10 1
 They're still on board!
  • 3 1
 @Pininator: Yes! I power that Co. brew without CA prejudice. Mmmmm goooood.
  • 17 1
 Beast coast represent! Can't wait to see what the mob will do this year.
  • 19 5
 Couldn't be more excited for Neko, for YT, for Martin, for Gwin, for the Zinks and for the Mob.
  • 32 1
 And Angel.
  • 3 1
 @bonkywonky: yep, hope he has a better go of it this year. Seems like a good kid.
  • 5 0
 @bonkywonky: must be a huge relief for Angel
  • 4 1
 @bonkywonky: absolutely. for Angel too, for sure!
  • 11 2
 Fuck yeah. Dude is still so fast. Go get some podiums man.
  • 13 3
 2 Chainlezz!
  • 9 2
 Awesome for Neko! Thought Scott Gstaad would've have been the big jump but he disappeared..... fresh start, gonna be good to see him smashing on the WC this year I think.
  • 5 1
 Well he did have a run of injuries that halted him at Scott
  • 5 0
 Neko that's awesome! I got to ride shuttle with you a ton last year and take a class with you. You totally earner this! Solid on yt!! I seriously think this just out me over the edge to buy a new yt. Hope I get to ride shuttle with you some more this year!
  • 2 0
 And people say that sponsorships don't sell bikes!
  • 9 2
 awesome! landed for him! even better maybe people will stop spamming YT in every comment section!Smile
  • 19 1
 Don't hold your breath
  • 12 3
 Another sick team
  • 9 1
 So Brendan is all alone now?
  • 8 3
 Didnt thing about that ! Remy metailler to Scott ?? Big Grin
  • 8 0
 The Team Scott (Velosolution) announcement is still pending.
  • 7 1
 Could be Joe Smith signing for them. He's the only rider i can think of without a team announced as yet.
  • 7 0
 @murfio: Joe Smith could be on Norco too. I guess they also didn't announce the team yet. I read on ride.ch Gaeton Vige will be on Scott besides Brendog.
  • 6 1
 @wermisell: True dat. Lots of people are also saying that Andrew Neethling could be be on Scott too.
  • 5 0
 my guess is Adam Brayton
  • 6 0
 Good luck fella! Stoked to see someone with such a top attitude getting snapped up, I'm really looking forward to this years season, but man I'm feeling old at 38!!
  • 7 1
 Must be a good business this dh racing.
  • 7 2
 I'm stoked, Great move for Neko, YT and DH in general! They are gonna Kill It this year!
  • 4 0
 I cant be the only one who can't wait for these team videos, Gwin and Mulally together should be a riot. Those results should be pretty good too.
  • 7 2
 Right on good luck to him!!
  • 4 0
 Nice one! Got to be the ideal team for Neko. Seems like a lot of the teams are expanding their rosters for 2017
  • 5 1
 This could be the start of something big for Neko. Season cant start soon enough.
  • 5 2
 Just when i thought santa cruz kicked it up a knotch, ooooooo shit here comes team_Y.T=u.s to kick some w.c ass! BOOM! Team yt/usa,
  • 3 1
 FUCK YEAH!! Glad to hear this. I can only reiterate what others have said. Neko seems all class every time I see him. He's doing good things in our part of the country for DH and he deserves an opportunity like this.
  • 1 0
 That's awesome for Neko. I got to meet him at Bailey Mountain a couple months ago and he was such a nice guy. On the shuttle ride up we were talking about the Andorra race that he was getting ready for. Then I got to see him quickly disappear into the woods at top speed.
  • 11 6
 MERICA TEAM! haha
  • 8 7
 Yes, YT is german Wink
  • 4 3
 @torero: It is my favourite bike I must confess... Smile I am not a big expert, but I see it as very sturdy bike too...
  • 8 0
 Owned by an Australian based out of Spain, with a Spanish rider.
  • 1 0
 @danimarketing28: The band Flesh World has a song called Sturdy Swiss Hiker.
  • 8 3
 TOLD YOU!!! YT MAN!!!!
  • 4 1
 Now we're talkin! Get on Mama's Little Yella TUES and kill it. Congrats to that dude and YT
  • 2 2
 Nekko Fuxing Rules And RAMFB...........and dont forget about that Shaw boy,,,,,,Ripping,,,NC ,,,,SYNDICATE and YT are top podium this year....bet that ass it will be...but Luic will be there on top to , him and Danny Hart...the end....
  • 8 7
 Love the YT bike. I also thought that Andreu Lacondeguy was sponsored by YT, as it doesn't mention about it.... or may Lacondeguy is only for the FreaKee downhills and BMX...
  • 10 1
 Andreu is sponsored by YT, but is not part of the "YT Mob".
  • 10 1
 Yt mob is the downhill World Cup team.
  • 9 0
 @Morrrice: Oh I see guys... ok... Im still new into mountain biking... I am just catching up ...

Thanks for the info guys!!!

Dan
XX
  • 4 1
 @stealthpenguin: OK thanks.... I am getting it!! Smile
  • 2 0
 @danimarketing28: Welcome to The Dark Side (aka - mountain biking)!!
  • 3 0
 @Pininator: LOL!! Thanks guys... but I am loving it.... I did mountain bike when I was on my early 20's when I was also doing motocross.... but I have been missing the two wheels, and I find DH is full fun (and full of injuries too) but loving it!!!!
  • 1 0
 This is awesome for Neko, YT and downhill in general. Neko is one of the best all around guys you will ever meet. Genuine in every way. Congrats!
  • 4 2
 Absolutely stoked for Neko! He's definitely going to do well with a fast guy like Aaron to ride with!!
  • 4 1
 Nice Neko. You deserve it guy!
  • 5 1
 Great team. Congrats yt
  • 3 1
 Dont really understand this move. Were things just not working out with Scott?
  • 3 1
 HELL YEAH... gonna be a hell of a team !! Cant wait to see a vid of Aaron and Neko together !!!
  • 2 0
 I didn not know Whitely owned the YT team... Interesting. Are they bringing Neethling back too?!
  • 1 0
 They should have a jhon cena intro music when they make a video of their new team!!!! The chain gang!!! So excited for the new team!!! Good luck aaron, neko and angel
  • 2 0
 I swear I thought the YT Mob owner was Aaron Gwinn, surprise to me for sure.
  • 4 0
 Gwin hired an owner of the team
  • 5 2
 Nice!
  • 14 11
 YT? Never head of them.
  • 9 5
 You should come out from underneath your rock every now and then; )
  • 5 2
 Great move!
  • 5 2
 Pennsyltucky!
  • 2 0
 Great bike, great teammates, give er hell Neko!
  • 1 0
 Wasn't Neko already AG's teammate with Trek World Racing, or did Neko join trek after Gwin had already departed?
  • 1 0
 They were teammates. Neko mightve been racong juniors though.
  • 1 0
 Looking forward to a thrilling downhill season. 2017, you're starting off well Smile
  • 1 0
 Neko needs to talk gwin into doing the southeast series now that they are teammates... Just saying!!!
  • 2 0
 GET AFTER IT NEKO!!!
  • 1 0
 Hell yeah!! Hope to see you around Pisgah soon Neko. Congrats
  • 1 0
 Bring to team back home to reading, pa for some practice!
  • 3 1
 This makes me excited
  • 4 2
 Congrats brother!
  • 8 6
 Awesome!!!
  • 4 1
 Sarcasm detected haha
  • 3 1
 YouTube?
  • 1 1
 ahahaah man stoked two chainless wonders and justin beeba this is going to be one great session
  • 1 0
 was really hoping we would get a oskar blues team..... Frown
  • 1 1
 It's weird because his shirt reads like he joined the Yeti bike crew. Needs a redesign!
  • 2 1
 Gwin and Mulally, nnnnnnice.!!!!!
  • 1 0
 and then....2 rider with no chain hot seat unite in one team Big Grin
  • 1 0
 Yeah Neko! Congrats! Good luck in 2017! Cheers
  • 2 1
 This is good news!!!!
  • 7 6
 America!
  • 2 1
 No Vali Höll?
  • 1 0
 Congrats Neko !!
  • 6 6
 YT is 'Merica's team
  • 4 5
 Fuck yes!! Team 'Murica!!!
  • 1 2
 Sam Hill for YT Enduro Dominance
  • 4 7
 meh
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