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UCI Downhill World Cup Fort William – Pits & Bits 2

More pits and bits from Saturday at the Fort William Downhill World Cup…

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The Monster Energy stand had Peaty’s old race bikes on display. Seats on the roof give great views of the finish area. Whiptastic rider in the background
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Have a go pump track
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The kids boardwalk track is easier than the adult counterpart, but still encourages friendly rivalry with multiple line choices!
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Empire are showing off their range of cast aluminium frames. This new enduro frame is a wallet friendly version of their current enduro bike, made using different techniques to cut machining costs. It can be had for as little as £1200 (frame only), with complete bikes starting at around the £2300 mark.
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The higher-end Empire enduro frame
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Hope had plenty of colourful components to show off, as well as Gas to Flat t-shirts on sale. Unfortunately, the man Brayton is down with a broken collar bone.
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Just in case you forget who made the green bits hanging from your bike…

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Shimano displaying their XT, XTR and Saint range of products at their stand
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Buff definitely had the right idea with this one. I can’t help thinking it was a bit of a gamble given the track record of weather here!
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Dirt selling their goodies at dirt cheap prices. £1 a mag!
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Superstar has a huge range of bits on display in their vibrant tent
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One Industries giving away plenty of posters and stickers, and giving people the chance to have a look at their range of clothing
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Loads of free signings happened throughout the day.
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Gopro had massive TVs and loads of staff on hand to help out with any questions. They’re also giving away a load of cameras at 5pm to winners of their raffle
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Gopro are sponsoring GT Factory Racing for the 2013 season
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Brendan Fairclough chilling in his pit after a couple of practice runs this morning
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‘Lord’ Rob Warner has employed a young scot to provide a soundtrack for him throughout the day…

Photos and Images by Dan Hearn

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