Specialized Factory MTB Racing

From the original Team Stumpjumper to today's multi-discipline dirt disciples, Specialized riders have stood atop virtually every MTB podium. Following are highlights on a few of our stars, and be sure to check the Specialized Factory Racing blog for the latest news & reports from off-the-road.

Specialized Sponsors Downhill Champs Sam Hill and Brendan Fairclough

Specialized announced today a much anticipated decision to sponsor Team Monster Energy in 2009—home to two of the most notorious faces in downhill racing, 2X World DH Champion Sam Hill and 2006 Junior World Cup DH Champion Brendan Fairclough.
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Ned Overend

Simply put, Ned is the man. His contributions to Specialized and the sport of cycling span three decades. Ned "retired" from full-time mtn bike racing in the mid-90's, only to go on to win two triathlon world championships. "Deadly Nedly" is now a vital member of our R&D team, captains the XC squad, and personifies what Specialized aspires to be.
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