The Steve Peat Syndicate is a new concept for downhill mountain bike racers in the UK and the USA, headed up by none other than Steve Peat. The SPS is a unique opportunity for riders of all ages to enjoy the very best support, training and equipment aimed at giving you the building blocks you need to take your riding to a higher level.

It’s a buy in team. You purchase a package, which is great value for your money and then you receive a level of support similar  to that of a pro team. Put simply, your initial purchase of your bike and kit subsidises the costs of running the team.

For  2012, the Steve Peat Syndicate will have 12 riders in the UK across all categories and up to a further 30 places available in the USA, with an aim of improving the teams riding and racing skills to a much higher level. You don’t have to be achieving great results already; you just need an up for it attitude and the work ethic to make the most of your place on the team. There is no guarantee you’re going to be national champion just by buying a package, its still about you as a rider doing all the right things, we’re just here to make it easier and set you on the right course. With over 80 riders applying to be part of the UK team in 2011, you can get a feel for what a great program the Steve Peat Syndicate is for anyone that loves riding and racing mountain bikes.

Your SPS team mates and support crew will be behind you every step of the way and will work to help you get the most from your racing. We are looking for riders that want to have fun, improve their riding and be part of the SPS family.

Team riders are riding ride the world beating Santa Cruz V10 fitted with the high level components and suspension. You’ll wear custom Royal kit and 661 protective gear. You’ll have someone promoting you and your results to the mountain bike press. In short, you’ll have all the equipment and team support you need to raise your level, whatever level you are at now.

With a pro-level team set up, a great bunch of guys and girls supporting you and to chill with after the racing’s done… SPS can give you one hell of a head start in the world of downhill racing. Look through the website, read the questions and answers and if you have anymore questions, contact us. Applications for the 2012 team are open now, just send us the information we require and we’ll put you in the database with other riders hoping to be part of something really special, the Steve Peat Syndicate.