Press Release: Privateer Bikes
Introducing the Katy Curd Youth Development Team – an exciting new program led by none other than Privateer Bikes rider and Ex-National Downhill Champion Katy Curd! With an impressive history of 7 World Cup podiums, Pro Tour wins, and National and European Championship titles, Katy brings a wealth of experience and success to this beneficial program.
Led by Katy Curd Coaching, the team aims to create a supportive and fun atmosphere for young riders to thrive. The program is focused on developing the next generation of mountain biking champions and is dedicated to providing young riders with the guidance, support and resources needed to succeed in the racing world.
The riders, Scarlett Vedmore, 14, James Weeks, 14 and Drew Corbijn, 15, will compete in Pearce Races, National Downhill Races, and select Southern and Welsh Enduro rounds.
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I am beyond excited about this opportunity. Ever since I started coaching, I have always wanted to support younger riders in getting into racing. I want to give riders who are showing potential the support and guidance they need to succeed in the world of racing. With years of racing experience and coaching experience, we are offering these riders the help they need through our coaching program, so they can learn from us as mentors, take away the stress, bounce ideas back and forth, and give them a safe place to enjoy racing. We will be coaching them throughout the year and also be at the races with them to offer support on track.—Katy Curd – Privateer Bikes |
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Katy Curd has been a name I’ve read or heard countless times, but the opportunity to get to know Katy this past year has introduced me to one of the kindest and most passionate riders out there. Always with a smile beaming ear to ear and keen to get involved, Katy’s drive is second to none.
As part of the founding team at Privateer, I’ve always wanted to use our platform to help develop and nurture the riding community, be it racing, events or individual support. In essence, find opportunities to give back and grow. So when Katy approached us about her dream to create a race team devoted to nurturing young talent, we jumped at the chance to support her. It’s hard not to get excited about the future ahead.—Sam Meegan – Privateer Bikes Brand Manager |
Photo Credit: James Vincent and Mike Fox.
With a calendar already filled with multiple Enduro and Downhill races, plus training and coaching sessions, Katy Curd Coaching has teamed up with long-time sponsors Privateer Bikes, Troy Lee Designs, and Mud Hugger for support.
For Enduro racing, the team has chosen the Privateer 141, a progressive trail bike with size-specific chainstay lengths and a modern geometry that inspires confidence, making it the perfect choice for UK enduro riding. The team will be dressed to impress with Tory Lee Designs riding kit, and it will be up to MudHugger to keep those kits clear of mud and dirt. HUNT Wheels will keep the team rolling all season long.
The Katy Curd Youth Development team aims to inspire more young riders to venture out on their bike, take mountain biking, and even try their hand at racing. If there are other companies that share Katy’s passion for racing and youth development, don’t hesitate to get in contact via the Katy Curd Coaching website to discuss how you can work together and build a healthy riding environment for future mountain bikers.
