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GT Team Riders

Chantal Daucourt

European Champion

  • Years with GT: 1994-1998
  • Discipline: Cross-Country
  • Key Performances:
    • UCI Mountain Bike World Cup: Consistently ranked among the top competitors in the Cross-Country World Cup standings during the mid-1990s.
    • European Cross-Country Champion: Multiple titles, showcasing her dominance on the European stage.
    • Swiss National Champion: Several national championships in Switzerland, solidifying her status as one of the country’s top mountain bikers.
    • World Championships: Regularly placed in the top 10 in the UCI World Championships, with several podium finishes in the mid-1990s.
    • Olympic Games: Competed in the 1996 Atlanta Olympics, where mountain biking was included for the first time as an Olympic discipline.

Gerhard Zadrobilek

Winner of 3 World Cup XC Austrian National XC and Downhill Champion

  • Years with GT: 1990s (Exact years of association with GT are not widely documented, but he was active in the early to mid-1990s)
  • Discipline: Cross-Country, Endurance, and Road Cycling
  • Key Performances:
    • UCI Mountain Bike World Cup: Competed in the Cross-Country World Cup circuit, representing GT Bicycles. He had several strong finishes during his career, contributing to his reputation as a versatile and enduring athlete.
    • Austrian National Champion: Zadrobilek was a multiple-time Austrian National Champion in both mountain biking and road cycling, demonstrating his versatility across disciplines.
    • Top 10 World Championship Finishes: Consistently placed in the top 10 in World Championship events during the early 1990s, showcasing his competitiveness at the highest levels of the sport.
    • Transalp Challenge: Participated in endurance events like the Transalp Challenge, which further highlighted his strength in long-distance mountain biking.

Hans Rey

Team GT Extremist

  • Years with GT: 1987-current
  • Discipline: Trials, Freeride, Adventure Riding
  • Key Performances:
    • World Trials Champion: Multiple titles in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
    • Pioneer of Freeride and Adventure Riding: Hans Rey was instrumental in pushing the boundaries of mountain biking, taking it beyond traditional racing to include extreme trials and adventure riding.
    • Media Presence: Rey was a key figure in promoting mountain biking globally through his media appearances, videos, and adventure trips, often featured in mountain biking magazines and television shows.

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Juliana Furtado

1992 World Downhill Champion. 1993 NORBA National Champion

  • Years with GT: 1991-1993
  • Discipline: Cross-Country, Downhill
  • Key Performances:
    • UCI Mountain Bike World Cup Overall Champion: 1991, 1992 (Cross-Country)
    • UCI World Champion: 1990 (Downhill, riding for Yeti before joining GT), 1992 (Cross-Country with GT)
    • US National Champion: Multiple titles in Cross-Country and Downhill during the early 1990s.
    • Retirement: Furtado retired in 1997 due to health issues but was one of the most dominant female mountain bikers during her career.

Rishi Grewal

Team GT Pro XC & Downhill

  • Years with GT: 1990-1995
  • Discipline: Cross-Country, Endurance
  • Key Performances:
    • Leadville 100 Champion: Multiple wins in the prestigious endurance race.
    • National and International XC Wins: Several victories in cross-country events throughout the early 1990s.
    • Grewal was known for his endurance and strength in long-distance mountain biking events, making him a key member of GT’s cross-country team.

Jimi Killien

Team GT Pro XC

  • Years with GT: Early 1990s
  • Discipline: Downhill, Dual Slalom, and Freeride
  • Key Performances:
    • Dual Slalom National Champion: Jimi Killen was particularly successful in Dual Slalom, a discipline that combines the technical skills of downhill with the head-to-head racing format. He won multiple national titles in the early 1990s.
    • Top Finishes in World Cup Events: Killen consistently finished in the top ranks of World Cup events in both Downhill and Dual Slalom during his career with GT.
    • Freeride Pioneer: Alongside his racing career, Killen was involved in the early days of the freeride movement, contributing to the growth of the sport beyond traditional racing formats.

Jimmy Kight

Team GT Speed Specialist

  • Years with GT: 1990s (Exact years of association are less documented, but he was active during the mid-1990s)
  • Discipline: Downhill, Dual Slalom
  • Key Performances:
    • National and International Competitor: Jimmy Kight was known for his strong performances in downhill and dual slalom events, competing at both national and international levels.
    • Top Finishes in Races: Kight had several top finishes in downhill races, particularly during his time with GT Bicycles, contributing to the team’s overall success in the 1990s.
    • Dual Slalom Specialist: Kight was particularly skilled in dual slalom, a discipline that was popular during the 1990s and involved head-to-head racing on parallel tracks. His technical skills and speed made him a strong competitor in this format.

Susan DiBiase

Member 1992 US National Team

  • Years with GT: 1990s (Exact years are less documented, but she was active during the mid-1990s)
  • Discipline: Cross-Country
  • Key Performances:
    • National Competitor: Susan DiBiase was a strong competitor in the cross-country discipline, representing GT Bicycles in various national events.
    • Top Finishes: She consistently placed well in national-level competitions, contributing to GT’s prominence in the cross-country scene during the 1990s.
    • Advocate for Women’s Cycling: DiBiase was known not only for her racing achievements but also for her role in promoting and advocating for women’s participation in mountain biking, helping to pave the way for future generations of female cyclists.

Mike King

  • Years with GT: 1993-1999
  • Discipline: BMX, Downhill, Dual Slalom
  • Key Performances:
    • UCI Downhill World Champion: 1993
      • Mike King won the UCI Downhill World Championship in 1993, a significant achievement that marked his transition from BMX to mountain biking. This victory was particularly notable as it showcased his ability to excel in both BMX and downhill mountain biking at the highest levels.
    • UCI Dual Slalom World Champion: 1995
      • King also won the Dual Slalom World Championship in 1995, further demonstrating his versatility and skill in different mountain biking disciplines. Dual Slalom was a popular event in the 1990s, and King’s success in this discipline highlighted his technical prowess and competitive spirit.
    • Multiple World Cup and National Wins: Throughout the 1990s, King consistently performed at the top level in both downhill and dual slalom, earning numerous podium finishes in World Cup events and national championships.
    • BMX Achievements: Before his mountain biking career, Mike King was already a highly successful BMX racer, with multiple national and international titles. His BMX background gave him a strong foundation in bike handling and racing strategy, which he effectively translated into his mountain biking career.

Nico Vouilloz

  • Years with GT: 1994-1998
  • Discipline: Downhill
  • Key Performances:
    • UCI Downhill World Champion:
      • 1995: Vouilloz won his first Elite World Championship title in 1995 while riding for GT. This victory marked the beginning of his dominance in the sport.
      • 1996: He successfully defended his title, showcasing his consistency and skill in downhill racing.
      • 1997: Vouilloz continued his winning streak with another World Championship title.
      • 1998: He secured yet another World Championship while riding for GT, making it four consecutive titles.
    • World Cup Overall Champion:
      • Vouilloz was the World Cup Overall Champion multiple times during his career, including several titles during his years with GT. His ability to consistently perform at the highest level made him one of the most successful downhill racers in history.
    • Junior World Champion:
      • Before joining GT, Vouilloz had already won Junior World Championship titles in 1992 and 1993, demonstrating his early talent and setting the stage for his future success in the Elite category.

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Martin Maes

  • Years with GT: 2013-2021
  • Discipline: Enduro, Downhill
  • Key Performances:
    • Enduro World Series (EWS)
      • 2013: At just 16 years old, Martin Maes became the youngest rider to compete in the Enduro World Series. His early performances quickly marked him as a rising star in the sport.
      • 2016: Maes won his first EWS round at the Whistler stop, one of the most prestigious and challenging events in the series. This victory solidified his status as one of the top enduro riders globally.
      • 2018: Maes had a stellar season, finishing as the runner-up in the overall Enduro World Series standings. He won multiple rounds that year, showcasing his consistency and ability to compete at the highest level.
      • 2019: Maes continued his winning streak in the EWS, securing victories at several events and maintaining his position as one of the top riders in the series. His aggressive riding style and technical skills made him a fan favorite.
    • Downhill
      • 2018 UCI Mountain Bike World Cup
        • Martin Maes made headlines by winning the La Bresse World Cup downhill race, a rare achievement for a rider primarily focused on Enduro. This victory highlighted his versatility and ability to compete at the highest level in multiple disciplines.
      • World Championships Podiums: Maes has also secured podium finishes in downhill at the UCI Mountain Bike World Championships, further demonstrating his cross-disciplinary talent.
    • Other Achievements
      • Crankworx: Maes has consistently performed well at Crankworx events, known for their challenging and diverse courses that combine elements of downhill, enduro, and slopestyle.
      • 4th Overall in EWS 2015: In 2015, Maes finished fourth overall in the Enduro World Series, marking one of his early significant achievements in the sport.

Eric Carter

  • Years with GT: 1993-2000 (and later in the early 2000s with Mongoose, after GT’s acquisition by Pacific Cycle)
  • Discipline: BMX, Dual Slalom, Downhill, Four-Cross
  • Key Performances:
    • Dual Slalom
      • 1998 UCI Dual Slalom World Champion: Eric Carter claimed the UCI Dual Slalom World Championship in 1998 while riding for GT. His victory was a testament to his technical skills and his ability to perform under pressure.
      • Multiple National Titles: Throughout the 1990s, Carter won numerous national titles in Dual Slalom, establishing himself as one of the top competitors in this discipline.
    • Downhill and Four-Cross
      • Top Finishes in Downhill: Carter was also a strong competitor in downhill racing, regularly finishing near the top in World Cup events and national competitions during his time with GT.
      • Four-Cross Champion: After Dual Slalom was phased out in favor of Four-Cross, Carter seamlessly transitioned to this new discipline, becoming one of its early stars. His BMX background gave him a significant advantage in this head-to-head racing format.
    • BMX Career
      • Multiple BMX Titles: Before his transition to mountain biking, Eric Carter was a dominant force in BMX racing. He won numerous national and international titles, bringing that experience and competitive edge to his mountain biking career.
    • Crankworx Competitor: Carter was a regular competitor at Crankworx events, particularly excelling in Dual Slalom and Four-Cross, disciplines that required the same skills he had honed over years of racing.

Brian Lopes

  • Years with GT: 1993-2001
  • Discipline: Dual Slalom, Four-Cross, Downhill
  • Key Performances:
    • World Cup Dual Slalom Champion: 1998, 1999, 2000
    • World Cup Four-Cross Champion: Post-2000, but started Four-Cross dominance with GT.
    • X Games Champion: Multiple wins in Dual Slalom.
    • Lopes is regarded as one of the most versatile and successful riders in the history of mountain biking, excelling in multiple disciplines.

Dave Cullinan

  • Years with GT: 1989-1994
  • Discipline: Downhill, Dual Slalom
  • Key Performances:
    • UCI Downhill World Champion: 1992
    • World Cup Victories: Multiple wins in Downhill and Dual Slalom.
    • Cullinan was a dominant force in downhill racing during the early 1990s and contributed to GT’s early success in this discipline.

Alison Sydor

  • Years with GT: 1991-1996
  • Discipline: Cross-Country
  • Key Performances:
    • UCI Cross-Country World Champion: 1994, 1995, 1996 (with GT)
    • Olympic Silver Medal: 1996 Atlanta Olympics (Cross-Country)
    • World Cup Overall Champion: Multiple overall wins during her time with GT.
    • Sydor was one of the leading female cross-country riders of the 1990s, known for her consistency and dominance in the World Cup circuit.

Steve Peat

  • Years with GT: 1998-2000
  • Discipline: Downhill
  • Key Performances:
    • UCI Downhill World Cup: Consistent top finishes, including multiple podiums.
    • World Cup Overall Champion: After leaving GT, Peat became World Cup Champion in 2002, but he laid the groundwork for his success during his time with GT.
    • UK National Champion: Multiple titles throughout the late 1990s and early 2000s.
    • Peat is one of the most legendary figures in downhill racing, known for his longevity and numerous World Cup victories.