'25 EDR.1 //
Pietra Ligure

The opening round of the EDR came in hot — and rainy. The weather ranged from clear skies to surprise mountain storm cells, turning dry trails into slick, unpredictable tracks. After a two-year hiatus, the two-day race format returns, further pushing physical and mental boundaries. 

Despite the challenging conditions, the team came out swinging. 

Sławomir Łukasik opened the season with a strong and consistent ride, finishing 2nd in Elite Men and setting the tone for the season. The hunt is on for his first World Cup win and has his sights set on the overall title. 

Ryan Gilchrist was right in the mix, missing the podium by less than a second — a result that’s got him hungry to assess any area where he can make up that time for a podium spot in Poland. 

JT Fisher hit a major milestone, cracking the top ten in his first Elite-category appearance, alongside teammate Richie Rude. 

Junior women Lacey Adams and Chloe Bear delivered big, stepping onto the podium in 2nd and 3rd place, respectively — an impressive start to their seasons and a strong statement of what’s to come. 

Thanks to a collective effort across all categories, the team earned Team of the Day honors — a testament to consistency, preparation, and grit. 

With Round One in the books, the team is focused and fired up for Poland. 

Full Results: 

Elite Men: 
2nd: Sławomir Łukasik 
5th: Ryan Gilchrist 
6th: Richie Rude 
10th: JT Fisher 

Elite Women 
15th: George Swift 

Junior Women 
2nd: Lacey Adams 
3rd: Chloe Bear