So after a summer of debating and numerous rumours, the prevailing thread of discussion has proven true: Brendan Fairclough is joining the SCOTT11 race team for this year. Check the full press release inside.
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SCOTT 11 Welcomes Pro Downhill Racer Brendan Fairclough to the Team
Source: SCOTT Sports
Following the wrap up of yet another amazing season of Downhill racing, a number of interesting rumors involving Claudios 11, Swiss cheese, pump tracks, and Brendan Faircloughs next move have been circulating online. SCOTT Sports is delighted to put an end to the speculation and to proudly welcome professional DH racer, and all round pinner, Brendan Fairclough to the Scott11 team.
Brendan is widely recognized as one of the most well rounded riders on the DH circuit with a unique style that has captivated and inspired his many fans. Whether he is racing competitions or ripping with friends, his natural ability and bike control make him one of the most exciting riders to watch. Brendan is a regular top ten rider with an impressive 4th place finish at the recent 2011 Champéry World Championships, despite a torn ACL, and has featured in multiple highly acclaimed mountain bike films such as Clay Porters 3 Minute Gaps and Anthill Films Follow Me. Now, after having undergone reconstructive knee surgery, Brendan is ready to come back next season to continue working with top bike film producers and to take on the UCI World Cup DH series with a new knee and a new bike.
SCOTT Sports and the SCOTT11 team will give Brendan the opportunity to take his racing to the next level by providing him with unparalleled support and the finest equipment to reach his goals. Brendan will also play an instrumental role in developing and testing SCOTT products including SCOTTs Gambler and Voltage FR bikes.
Im really happy to have the opportunity to join Scott11 for the 2012 and 2013 seasons, says Brendan. Its going to be a big change from the last few years since Ill now act as the lead rider on the team, but its a role I feel I am ready to take up and feel its going to be good for me in my fight for a championship. Its going to be good to progress with SCOTT in the downhill market and hope we can get the bike on the top step of the podium and beyond. Very happy to have signed and can't wait to get stuck into the season.
With Brendan on board, we can finally play a major role in the men's field, adds Team Manager Claudio Caluori. The whole team is totally excited and will work flat out to get Brendan where Floriane Pugin has been since joining Scott11: On that podium! Welcome to SCOTT, Brendog!
About SCOTT Sports
Scott Sports is a leader in the development, manufacturing, sales and marketing of high end performance products intended for biking, winter sport, motorsport and running. Innovation, technology and design are the essence of the Scott products and the vision of our engineers and designers.
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