Yeti

Second year with Yeti. I wanted to showcase the ASR as a proper top-level XC race bike, even before it was fully on the World Cup scene. As a smaller rider, finding a bike that actually fits has always been a challenge, so that’s been a big one for me. I’m on the ASR Ultimate in XS with a Fox 34 Stepcast and Float shock, 120mm front and rear. Running a 100mm Fox Transfer SL dropper.

HUNT

Five years with HUNT now, and that’s built a lot of trust in both the product and the people behind it. I’m running the Proven XC UD wheelset. It’s light, predictable, and something I don’t have to think about on race day.

Schwalbe

My longest-running sponsor. Even outside of contracts, I’ve always come back to Schwalbe. I just feel at home on their tyres. They genuinely cover all conditions, which a lot of brands still don’t. I mostly run the Rick XC 2.25.

Ride Gemini

Started working with them in 2025. I run a custom cockpit, 690mm width, 60mm stem, -22° angle. Being able to fully dial in my position is a big plus. For 2026 I’ve got a custom colour to match the ASR. Small brand, but a huge amount of detail in what they do.

Shimano / Madison

Back on Shimano for 2026 after using them during my first privateer years. The brakes are the standout for me. I really like the feel, so it’s good to be back on that setup. The new Di2 has been running super smooth as well. I’m on a 32T chainring with a 10–51 cassette and 165mm cranks.

Wolftooth

Bit of a personal quirk on the bike. I run their dropper lever. The 360° push works better for me, especially alongside a lockout lever and for smaller hands.

Overall

The goal with my privateer setup has always been to build a bike, and a wider environment, that supports performance through reliability, comfort, and trust in the people around me. 2026 is my sixth year doing this, and over that time I’ve been able to refine everything to a point where I feel like I’ve got a bike I can fully rely on, and a system around me that lets me perform at my best.