2026 Travel Grant recipients…
We are excited to announce the recipients of this year’s travel grants. All of these riders are well known to us all, and we’re stoked that we can play a part in helping them realise their dreams. Check out their profiles below, and check out their socials for updates on what they’re up to…
Seth Stylie
Seth is competing as an Elite rider in the full 2026 Downhill World Cup calendar in Europe and North America, as well as hoping for a spot in the NZ World Champs team. That’s a lot of racing and a long time away from home! Congratulations on your results so far, Seth, and all the best for the second half of the season. Check out Seth’s progress on Instagram (@sethstylie).
Lucy Jenkins-Jablonski
Lucy has a very full international race calendar for 2026, with plans to race in no less than 8 events throughout Europe. Lucy is already making a big name for herself - check out her results in the Mountain of Hell race and the IXS DH at Les Orre. In both races she was the fastest woman on the day (by miles), gaining the track record at Les Orres! Good luck for the rest of the season, Lucy. Check out Lucy’s progress on Instagram (@lucyjenkins_mtb).
Jonty Mitchell
Jonty has big plans for a season of international events in North America, including multiple Crankworx, the Canada Cup and the US Open. There’s definitely enough racing in there to get up to plenty of mischief. All the best for your big Northern Hemisphere adventure Jonty. Follow Jonty’s progress on Instagram (@jontyy_mitchell).
Joel Nissen
Joel had a great 2025/26 domestic season, culminating in a 4th place in the Crankworx Christchurch Junior DH. The only riders ahead of Joel were 3 lads who are all signed to professional factory teams this year! Joel has a World Cup Golden Ticket, which he plans to use at the Whistler World Cup DH race later in the season. Good luck Joel, we’ll be watching the live stream! Check Joel out on Instagram (@joelnissen41).
