This is it, the big one! Schwalbe sponsor the Elite Male category of the Halo British Downhill Series in 2011.
Like their tyres, Schwalbe have dug deep to sponsor the "Schwalbe Elite Mens Category" and the "Schwalbe Elite Female Category".
The fastest racers in the World at each round will now be battling it out at each round for £3,000 in prize money with the fastest rider on the day taking home a wallet busting £1,000 in cash. And a cash prize for the Elite Females.
Si Paton - Race Director says, "Many thanks to Schwalbe for delivering exactly what the Elite riders want and deserve, a fat pay-check! Come race time the Elite riders will be throwing themselves down the hill, foot out, flat out taking every risk possible in order to make it a big pay day. Don't get blinking when your trackside as you will see the biggest moves and lines being thrown down.
About Schwalbe:
Designed with options that will suit either a Freerider or Downhiller. The Freeride versions have SnakeSkin fabric protection on the the outer side walls. An internal stiff rubber side wall layer to prevent Snake bite, Triple Nano or Gooey Gluey Compound and Limited Slip Technology (LST) that prevents the tyre spinning on the rim.
Downhill tyres have all of the Freeride features, plus a double carcass and particularly strong Snake bite protection, adding up to more stability at the lowest pressure.
Big Betty
For tough jobs. BIG BETTY is the right choice for stony or dry conditions with outstanding grip and low rolling characteristics. The tread is adapted for optimum braking performance and accurate steering.
Dirty Dan
For deep, muddy terrain. Dan is the choice when the ground is gummy. Tall blocks and sticky Gooey Gluey Compound bite into soft and loose terrain. Large gaps provide the necessary self-cleaning action and braking traction. For extreme inclinations Dirty Dan has the new Curve Claws.
Muddy Mary
Our grip monster. The aggressive intermediate profile grips on any terrain. Racers are inspired! Outstanding control in all weathers and ground conditions.
Wicked Will
Will is really wicked, because it lets the competition look almost good. Extremely fast competition tire for dry, firm tracks. Large, flat blocks in the tread center roll well and are fast in straights. Strong, grippy outer lugs keeps speed high in curves. The "Curve Claws" on the shoulders are completely new: In extreme inclinations they bite into the round.
Parking, camping, spectating and Saturday evenings entertainment is always free at the Halo British Downhill Series. Put the dates in your diaries now and come and see for yourself all the action.
For more information on the Halo BDS checkout
www.halobritishdownhillseries.com
