26TRIX Is Still Writing The Books – Ten Moments That Made It Into Bike History

Saalfelden Leogang in Salzburger Land, Austria, May 13^th 2015 – Since 2006 the worlds’ best riders have traveled to Bikepark Leogang to throw down their biggest tricks on the 26TRIX course. Over the years, spectators have seen numerous trick debuts, which have progressed the sport. In 2015, this FMB Gold Event will take place for the tenth time. To celebrate this occasion let’s check out the ten best moments: 

Out of nowhere, two Spanish brothers appeared in Leogang in 2006 and made it straight into the ranks of the top elite. The younger one, Andreu Lacondeguy stood out with outstanding tricks and style in his first international contest.  Andreu’s backflip, 360 and tailwhip all seemed to come with ease for this punk-rocking rider. Nearly a decade later, the freeride scene cannot imagine the sport without Andreu. In the same year, Greg Watts turned everyone’s head in the mountain bike world by pulling off the first ever double backflip in a mountain bike competition; Greg wrote mountain bike history at Leogang’s first edition of 26TRIX.

In 2009 little did we all know that the British rider, Sam Pilgrim, was going to be FMB World Tour Champion one day (2013). Six years ago, Sam embraced the new possibilities that the 26TRIX course offered with its big line. Without once riding the big airtime line during practice, Sam took the risk in his final run, landed a massive frontflip and took the win that day.

Two years later, progression once again returned to 26TRIX. Despite not making the podium in 2011, Cam McCaul did a squeaky-clean front flip superman. This stunt-like trick reinforced the message that 26TRIX is a home of world-class dirt jumping. In 2011, the Canadian athlete Brandon Semenuk added 26TRIX to his collection of victories. Brandon’s winning run back in 2011 included a backflip tailwhip followed by a double tailwhip and ended it with a frontflip over the last double - a progressive collection of tricks to lay down in one single run.

In 2012 the age of “combo’s” was born and technical riders like Thomas Genon took the stage. His astonishing run brought a whole new box of tricks like the Decade into the sport and from here nothing but airtime has stood in the way of progression.

Then, in 2013 more tricks dropped on the daily. The young Polish rider Szymon Godziek – currently booming on the best trick scene - landed a cashroll. A trick known in BMX but until then untouched in MTB contests. Szymon won the GoPro Best Trick that day in Leogang.

Staying true to the 26TRIX history – the best was still to come. Last year, the trick level was off the charts. Sam Reynolds landed his awesome bikeflip in his final run, and celebrated accordingly! But he was missing from the top spot because of Antoine Bizets double backflip nohand – the world’s first ever at a mountain bike contest! The Frenchman took Best Trick that day, but victory went to the dark horse of the season – Nicholi Rogatkin who established the level of the sport for the upcoming season. His winning run included a technical cashroll, massive lawn dart frontflip and a smooth triple tailwhip. Where will 26TRIX take the sport this year? On June 12^th and 13^th all will be revealed as the cream of the crop return to write more history in the books.

Ladies Biking in Saalfelden Leogang

Saalfelden Leogang in Salzburger Land, Austria, July 24th 2014 – An active holiday is a great way to spend time with your better half. For couples or a gang of lady bikers, nothing beats a mountain bike adventure in the region of Saalfelden Leogang in Austria. It is the perfect spot regardless of age and skill level. Of course, the additional side activities like wellness facilities and shopping, make Saalfelden Leogang an attractive place to be for the modern lady biker!
 
Biking with your partner can be a difficult adventure: most of the time, unequal bike skills cause frustration. However, ladies need not rely on their male partner to rip up some dirt. The solution: gather up the ladies and head to Bikepark Leogang!
 
The Austrian region of Saalfelden Leogang is the ideal refuge to escape the daily grind and to enjoy a couple of days living up the high-life. It’s no surprise the highlight will be one if not more of the many biking opportunities such as the “ladies-shred-too”-camp from local bike school, Elements. Alternatively some ladies may prefer an easy-going tour across the region to take in the breathtaking scenery. Maybe you are looking for some action to let off some steam? Then why not push yourself to the limit on an uphill-ride with a fun e-bike! With a trail network of over 720 km/450 miles and a well-developed e-bike track infrastructure, the options are endless! You are bound to find the perfect activity in one of Europe’s best bike parks in Saalfelden Leogang.
 
Saalfelden Leogang is far more than just biking though. Men as well as women enjoy the down time off the bike, which is why the region offers a range of physical and mental recreation: wellness facilities, shopping, culture and various sports. The shopping capital Saalfelden has more than 140 shops to visit, perfect for ladies looking for an easy stroll in the sunshine.
 
Last but far from least, a good holiday needs good food! Quality regional products are highly valued in Saalfelden Leogang. The original “Pinzgauer” food like “Kasnockn” (special cheese pasta), “Kaspressknödel” (cheese dumplings) and “Erdäpfelnidei” (potato dumblings) are just some of the many tastebud tingling delicacies you will find here. To build up an appetite you can visit local enterprises like cheese dairies, distilleries and apiaries. You can even buy the products directly from the producers.
 
Saalfelden Leogang is strongly engaging in one project called “sustainable regeneration”. It’s quite simple. After an active holiday, you can return to your routine even more tired than before you left. In Saalfelden Leogang, it is all about offering the guests a holiday that ensures relaxation so that you leave feeling refreshed and fulfilled, with many exciting memories as well. More information about sustainable regeneration can to be found on: http://www.saalfelden-leogang.com/en/region/wellness-health/       
 
 
So ladies: pack your bike and come to Saalfelden Leogang for a sustainable, exciting bike trip!
 
 
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