Brad Benedict Interview on PINNEDmtb.com
Check it out! Nema factory rider & the 2008 US National Series Champ Brad Benedict is interviewed over on PINNED!
http://www.pinnedmtb.com/brad_benedict_interview08.htm
Sam Blenkinsop Wins at Schladming
courtesy of 23 Degrees Sports Marketing
Photo Credit: Kathy Sessler
Many people thought Sam would win at Schladming and were saying so all over the internet for weeks, it's just they were talking about the other Sam, Mr Hill. When the laid back Kiwi called Blinky by most, ran the fastest time in the timed training session, and then again in the semis, people were starting to re-think which Sam would be on top.
By his own admission, Sam Blenkinsop could ride each and every weekend in Schladming, it's his favourite track of the year by far, but that doesn't take anything away from an amazing 2nd year elite season which also saw a World Cup podium debut back in Andorra at Round 2, as well as a bunch of top ten results. His win in Schladming catapulted him to 5th overall for the season. When you look at who stood below him on the Schladming race podium; Minnaar, Peaty, Gee and the other Sam, well it's pretty impressive company; these are the 5 men of 2008.
Sam's win was also the first time in 18 seasons of World Cup racing, that the New Zealand national anthem got played, prompting long time XC racer Kashi Leuchs to come and find Blinky after the race and thank him personally.
Sam: "It's pretty sick, this track is the best ever, and I can't really believe I've done this. My run was as loose as, but the bike was amazing, there's no better bike for a track like this, it just soaks up everything. Can't wait for next season!".
Sam thanks all of his 2008 sponsors: Yeti/Fox factory Racing, plus his individual sponsors adidas eyewear, OGK Helmets, and FiveTen Shoes.
Sam Blenkinsop Wins Schladming World Cup!
How awesome is this! At the last world cup of the season, Sam Blenkinsop steals the show by taking the win! With his victory, Sam is bumped up to 5th overall in the final standings!
Sam's teammates Justin Leov (6th) & Aaron Gwin (8th) have phenominal weekends as well! This is the BEST American finish at a DH World Cup in YEARS!!!
WAY TO GO GUYS!
MBUK UK's First Look at the Podium
The podium was featured in the FIRST LOOK section of the New MBUK. Here's what they had to say:
Nema is new to the UK but are by no means a new company. They started some 12 years ago in sunny Ventura, California, and since then have been doing their utmost to produce some of the hardest-wearing bike kit out there.Their Podium jersey has same nice features such as open-hole mesh ventilation, a Translink moisture wicking construction and ventilation panels under the arms and back. The shorts are made of super tough Cordura and get cam-lock fastening.Their Breather gloves are just that – breathable. They’re really lightweight and feature a perforated leather palm. Justin Leov and Sam Blenkinsop rock Nema gear and we can see why. Check out www.2pure.co.uk for more.
Nema's BRAD BENEDICT is your 2008 NMBS Champion!
Congrats to Nema factory rider BRAD BENEDICT for winning the 2008 NMBS series! In only his second year of racing (first full season), Brad had stellar performances throughout each of the NMBS races, including a victory in Santa Ynez, California!
Way to go champ! We're stoked for ya!