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New bike day! A revolution in cross country bikes, we hear from Kate Courtney and her trusty mechanic, Brad on what it takes to dial in the all-new SCOTT Contessa Spark RC.
In episode 3 of Rising, we dive into Kate's unique 2021 preseason approach, the dramatic first World Cups, and how former World Cup Champion and Team Director, Frischi helps her dial in every line ahead of race day.
In episode 2 of Rising, we join Kate and her coach Matt at her new home gym as she prepares for the upcoming season. Being at the top of World Cup racing goes beyond talent, it is a balance of consistent training, recovery, and evolution. Having a solid foundation is essential to Kate's upcoming season, especially with the Olympics on the calendar.
Coming into the season wearing the rainbow jersey meant all eyes were on Kate Courtney for 2019. Kicking it off with three World Cup wins added to the attention. In only her second year of Elite, the world was curious what this rising star could accomplish. But expectations and pressure can weigh heavy on a young athlete. In the final 2019 episode of Rising with Kate Courtney we dive into the Mental Game of elite mountain bike racing.
Incredibly technical courses with unpredictable conditions is Elite Mountain Bike racing in 2019. That’s why technical skills has been a key focus for Kate Courtney, under the wing of Thomas Frischkneckt on the SCOTT-SRAM team. What kind of skills for this accomplished racer? Find out in Episode 4 of Rising with Kate Courtney, Full Send.
Suspension, tire pressure, cock pit design - getting bike settings dialed is an integral part for an XC athletes’ performance. For World Champion, Kate Courtney who is racing at the highest level, that means that she leaves no stone unturned when it comes to her bike being 100% ready on race day. Find out what that means in Episode 3 of Rising.
What does it take to be a World Champion? In episode 2 of Rising we follow UCI World Champion and SCOTT-SRAM athlete, Kate Courtney behind the race tape to learn what it takes to be the fastest mountain bike racer in the world.
Join us for the first episode of Rising as we go to the roots of Kate Courtney's mountain bike career. From riding Mount Tam on a tandem bike with her dad and racing US Kids cups to World Champion, Kate is a source of inspiration for all.
