The highly anticipated Natural Selection Bike event is less than a month away, with final preparations underway for the brand-new venue in Queenstown, New Zealand. The event will take place on February 15 at Mt. Dewar, Tāhuna Queenstown.
Nine wildcard riders have been selected to join 13 prequalified riders, with a final four to be chosen from Dream Track on February 7. Among the wildcard riders are Bergemann, Goomes, Silva, and Turk. The complete roster also includes top riders such as Godziek, Edwards, Isted, Astle, and Couderc.
Tickets are now available for those wishing to experience the event live, while the finals will be broadcast “as live” on Red Bull TV and YouTube starting March 5.
The competition will feature an exciting mix of riders from various backgrounds. Nine invitees will join the ranks of the 13 male and female riders who earned their spots through strong performances at the Proving Grounds in Prineville in 2022. Additionally, Barb Edwards and Kurtis Downs secured their spots at the 2023 Proving Grounds Pacific City event, hosted by Carson Storch.
Hannah Bergemann, a standout rider, expressed her excitement about the event. “I’ve been a big fan of the snow side of Natural Selection for years, and am honored to be invited to the inaugural MTB event,” she said.
“The new venue blends together different styles of the sport, which looks like it’s going to be super fun to ride and will hopefully allow all the athletes to showcase their unique riding styles.”
The Natural Selection Bike event in Queenstown promises to be a thrilling spectacle, featuring one of the most challenging and beautiful mountain bike courses ever designed. Fans worldwide can follow the action as the world’s top riders take on the course, both in person and through online streaming.
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