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Precision Under Pressure: Reynolds Wheels Carry Pivot Factory Racing Through Leogang
Jun 09, 2025
Precision Under Pressure: Reynolds Wheels Carry Pivot Factory Racing Through Leogang
World Cup racing returned to Leogang, Austria, where steep alpine slopes and unpredictable weather combined for a weekend of extremes. As Pivot Factory Racing lined up for Round 3 of the UCI Downhill World Cup and Round 4 of the Enduro World Cup, they were once again backed by Reynolds—bringing uncompromising control and resilience to every root, rock, and rain-soaked section of trail. From the fast, drying lines of the DH track to the storm-drenched enduro stages, Leogang demanded complete confidence in every piece of equipment. For the athletes of PFR, Reynolds wheels provided the edge they needed to dig deep and keep pushing forward—even when the odds weren’t on their side.
Downhill World Cup – Round 3: Staying Strong on Classic Terrain
Leogang’s legendary DH course was running fast, with just enough early-week moisture in the woods to keep things slick. By finals, the track had dried into a high-speed, high-stakes challenge. Tight qualifying margins added even more pressure—less than three seconds separated the top 20 men in Q1. Ryan Griffith, making a courageous return just four weeks after a serious crash in Poland, completed practice and put in a qualifying run aboard his Reynolds-equipped Pivot Phoenix. After testing the waters, he made the smart call to sit out the race to focus on a full-strength return at Val di Sole. Roger Vieira suffered a heavy crash in practice but thankfully avoided major injury. Showing grit, he attempted to qualify despite the setback but narrowly missed the cut. His growing comfort with the Reynolds DH wheel platform—designed for strength and stability in unpredictable conditions—was evident in his willingness to send it, even after going down hard. Remy Meier-Smith came into Leogang with strong pace and confidence. But the brutal margins and shifting lines made qualifying unforgiving. Off-line errors in both Q1 and Q2 ended his bid, but the form is there—and with Reynolds DH wheels under him, he’ll be back in the mix soon. Jenna Hastings, rebounding from a crash the week prior, showed determination in her qualifying attempt, riding smart and composed. She just missed the finals, but her return to full speed is well underway. Through it all, Reynolds DH wheels remained a constant: light enough to stay nimble through tight woods, strong enough to smash through stumps and roots, and engineered for the feedback and precision World Cup tracks demand.
Precision Under Pressure: Reynolds Wheels Carry Pivot Factory Racing Through Leogang
Enduro World Cup – Round 4: Storms, Mud, and Mental Fortitude
Rain. Thunder. Mud so slick it turned simple corners into survival tests. Leogang’s Enduro World Cup round threw everything it had at the Pivot Factory Racing squad—and still, the team fought through, powered by grit and the proven performance of Reynolds Blacklabel 309 Enduro wheels. Edward Masters, mindful of his recovering elbow and the treacherous terrain, took a measured approach to the race, riding clean and careful to finish 45th. While it wasn’t a result to write home about, it was a critical step in a long season—and a reminder of the durability and control his BL309s deliver, even in total chaos. Matthew Walker kept his consistency streak alive, tackling the slick stages with confidence and composure to land 22nd overall. With roots everywhere and traction nearly nonexistent, his result showed what a strong connection between rider and wheels can accomplish under pressure. Unfortunately, Morgane Charre, one of the most consistent women on the circuit this season, crashed in practice and sustained a knee injury. While X-rays and MRI scans revealed no fractures, ligament damage will keep her off the bike for a few weeks. She remains focused on recovery and a strong return to form. Reynolds’ BL309 Enduro wheels proved their worth again—soaking up harsh impacts, tracking predictably in axle-deep ruts, and giving riders the platform they needed to ride aggressively when conditions said otherwise.  
Precision Under Pressure: Reynolds Wheels Carry Pivot Factory Racing Through Leogang

Next Stop: Val di Sole

With Leogang in the rearview, the team now heads to Schladming for a week of testing before the next World Cup round in Val di Sole—a venue known for even more brutal terrain and higher speeds. The Pivot Factory Racing crew continues to push forward, racing hard and relying on Reynolds wheels to give them the confidence to go faster, ride smarter, and recover stronger. From high-speed alpine lines to rain-slicked roots, the mission stays the same: ride the edge—and trust what’s under you.
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