2024 TAYA Sponsored Teams and Riders

Challenge One Team

Featuring 2022 EWS (Enduro World Series) master men winner Karim Amour, who won his fourth EWS award last year. The team has managed to win two Trophy of Nations titles, 5 world titles, 1 Overall World Cup title, 2 European titles, 7 national titles, since 2014.
Team Challenge One races worldwide and targets more specifically the Enduro World Series and all major E-MTB events as well.

Chain choice: TOLV-121, E-TOLV-121

KTM Alchemist Team

The KTM Alchemist Team is a leading Italian Cyclo-cross and MTB marathon team. The team has got 5 times Italian CX Champion, 5 times winner of the FCI Elite Ranking, and many other good results in CX and MTB races.

Chain choice: TOLV-121

Lapierre Mavic Team

Lapierre Mavic Team is a UCI Elite MTB team. The women’s team features Malene Degn, 8th at the 2022 European and World Championships, Annie Last, 2022 XC Marathon runner-up, and Isaure Medde, 2020 XC Eliminator World Champion.

In the men’s category, the team is led by Danish rider Sebastian Fini Carstensen, a seven-time national champion and two-time European XCO vice-champion. Also on the team are Thomas Litscher, 2022 XCC World Championship bronze medallist, and Erik Haegstad, the reigning Norwegian XCO and XCC champion.

Chain choice: TOLV-121, E-TOLV-121

Ljubljana Gusto Santic Team

This UCI continental road cycling team Ljubljana Gusto Santic is a powerhouse in the Slovenian road racing community. The backbone of the team is the Ljubljana cycling club Rog. Rog has a rich history with elite cycling, and is recognized as a world leader in athlete development since 1949. Tadej Pogačar, a two-time Tour de France champion, developed with cycling club Rog.

Chain choice: TOLV-121

360 Valtellina Team

The 360 Valtellina Team is a collective of mountain bikers mostly riding Enduro and Gravel. Outside racing they offer some of the most beautiful guided tours in the Italian Alps.

Chain choice: TOLV-121,ONZE-111,DECA-101

RR23 Team

RR23 Team was set up last year in the UK. Its aim is to provide that sort of support and help to a group of young female off-road bike athletes. Featuring 2022 UK CX U14 National Champion Aelwen Davies, Evie Strachan, Becca Woodvine and Daphne Jones.

Chain choice: TOLV-121, ONZE-111, DECA-101,E-OCTO-DH

Ornans Superior Team

Ornans Superior Team is a French cycling team established in 2013. With seven talented XCO riders, they are among the top five teams in France. The team boasts an impressive track record, including podium finishes in the French Cup and Championships. They have also achieved victory in the marathon world cup.

Chain choice: TOLV-121

CCN Shining Team

The CCN Shining team is an U19 road cycling team based in Taiwan, whose purpose is to grow young local talents and take them to the next level.

Chain choice: ONZE-111,DECA-101

Rádio Popular–Boavista Team

A UCI road cycling team based in Porto, Portugal. It is one of the European teams in the UCI Continental Tour and one of the local veteran teams, established in 1986.

Chain choice:TOLV-121

Tchaco Cycling Team 

Tchaco Cycling Team is a prestigious professional cycling team from Angola, known for its dedication and talent. They compete in major races worldwide, striving for victory while actively engaging with the cycling community to inspire future cyclists.

Chain choice: ONZE-111

Nordic Sports Academy

Nordic Sports Academy Cycling is a Swedish cycling team that is dedicated to developing young talent and promoting cycling as a sport. They are passionate about creating a community of cyclists who share their love for the sport and are committed to helping each other grow and succeed.

Chain choice:ONZE-111,TOLV-121

CLN Cycling Team

CLN Cycling Team is an elite cycling team based in Switzerland, dedicated to nurturing the talents of promising young riders from both Switzerland and non-traditional cycling regions. The team’s mission is to guide these athletes step by step into the world of professional cycling, preparing them for participation in major global events.

Chain choice:TOLV-121

Bialini Gomola CCN

Bialini Gomola CCN is a passionate cycling team dedicated to the spirit of adventure and exploration from Poland. Comprising enthusiastic riders and support staff, the team thrives on the thrill of competition and the camaraderie built through shared experiences. They embrace every opportunity to explore the cycling world, showcasing their talent and passion in races around the globe.

Chain choice:ONZE-111

Mentorise Elite Team

Mentorise Elite Team is a UCI Continental cycling team from Romania that has been participating in various cycling events. They have been known for their excellent performance and sportsmanship.

Chain choice: ONZE-111,TOLV-121

Torres – Fernando Barceló Team

Torres -Fernando Barceló Team is an Elite/Sub23 cycling team that has been sponsored by Torres since its inception. The team is based in Spain and competes in various cycling events

Chain choice: ONZE-111,TOLV-121

Latam Global Cycling Project

The team consists of dedicated professionals led by David Padilla Coixet, president of Team Cycling, a European company based in Spain. They collaborate with the Gustavo M. Toledo Foundation, focusing on material and logistics to drive project success.

Chain choice:ONZE-111

Tandem Downhill Racing Team

Tandem DH Racing Team was founded in 2000 to provide crucial information and materials for tandem cycling. They launched their first website that year, offering valuable resources for the community, and produced the first mountain tandem with double suspension and disc brakes. Today, the team offers a diverse range of tandems, including models with pedal assist and adaptable suspensions.

Chain choice:ONZE-111,TOLV-121,E-TOLV-121

Dani Tell

Dani Tell is a downhill racer whose passion for the sport has grown since the beginning of their journey. Over the years, Dani has gained valuable experience and has fought hard to achieve personal goals. With a commitment to continuous improvement, Dani aims to break into the top tiers at the World Cups.

Chain choice: ONZE-111

Nuno Nóbrega

Nuno Nóbrega is a dedicated cyclist from Portugal who thrives on biking and its connection to nature. He participates in various disciplines, including gravel, enduro, e-bike, and downhill, using racing to explore new places. In the 2023 season, he achieved 4th place in the Portuguese Enduro Nationals and 1st place in the Algarve Downhill Championship, earning the title of Regional Downhill Champion.

Chain choice:E-OCTO-DH, TOLV-121, E-TOLV-121

David Cachon

David Cachon is Patrol Mountain’s Spanish ambassador and a talented content creator. As a professional trials rider, he showcases his skills by executing unique maneuvers and stunts on a variety of two-wheeled bikes, from enduro to E-MTB. David rides through stunning landscapes, majestic mountains, and exhilarating trails, bringing the beauty of his surroundings to life.

Chain choice:TOLV-121, E-TOLV-121

James Anderson

James Anderson is an elite downhill and enduro racer who has achieved remarkable success in the sport. He has competed in British Nationals and World Cups, showcasing his talent and determination on two wheels.In addition to racing, James is also a coach, helping aspiring riders navigate their own journeys in mountain biking. With his sights set on future accomplishments, he attributes much of his success to the sport he loves.

Chain choice: TOLV-121, E-TOLV-121