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New Signing Bloeme Kalis Shines with Immediate World Series Podium in La Thuile

Last weekend, the fifth round of the UCI Mountain Bike World Series took place in La Thuile, Italy. It proved to be a memorable weekend for the KMC Nukeproof MTB Racing Team, as new signing Bloeme Kalis made an immediate impact. Making her debut in the team's colours, the talented Dutch rider claimed a silver medal in the XCC before following it up with an impressive tenth place in the XCO.

07/07/2026, 12:52 PM

Nukeproof Kilowatt with Avinox: The Power to Ride Everywhere

Nukeproof proudly introduces the all-new Kilowatt e-bike range, a completely new platform developed around the powerful Avinox e-bike system. Available in two frame variants—Alloy and Carbon—the Kilowatt sets a new benchmark in the long-travel all-round e-MTB segment. With 160 mm of front travel and 150 mm at the rear, it sits squarely in the most popular category in modern mountain biking, where versatility and performance converge.

06/23/2026, 01:38 PM

First UCI World Series podium for KMC Nukeproof MTB Racing Team in Lenzerheide

Last weekend, the world’s top mountain bikers headed to Lenzerheide, Switzerland, for the fourth round of the UCI Mountain Bike World Series. It turned into a historic weekend for the KMC Nukeproof MTB Racing Team, as Rens Teunissen Van Manen secured the team’s first-ever podium in the series with an impressive third place in the U23 XCO race.

06/22/2026, 01:23 PM

New Nukeproof models to be unveiled for the first time at Eurobike

With Eurobike approaching, Nukeproof is preparing for a series of new product launches. Although the models will only become available later this year, the brand is already offering a first glimpse of what’s to come. At the centre of this preview is the new Nukeproof Tracker FS. This full suspension enduro bike builds on Nukeproof’s well-known philosophy: strong performance combined with a highly competitive price-to-performance ratio.

06/18/2026, 11:00 AM

Mud and mixed fortunes for KMC–Nukeproof in Leogang

The third round of the UCI MTB World Series in Saalfelden-Leogang once again brought varied conditions and results for KMC–Nukeproof. In both the short track (XCC) and the Olympic discipline (XCO), the weather played a decisive role.

06/16/2026, 11:00 AM

Nukeproof Axess Racing finding its rhythm in early European World Cups

After the opening round in South Korea, Nukeproof Axess Racing has also gathered its first reference points in Europe. In Loudenvielle-Peyragudes and Saalfelden-Leogang, the team faced two completely different sets of conditions, with results that mainly reflect a team still building.

06/15/2026, 08:50 AM

CEO in the paint shop: Jochim Aerts picks up the spray gun himself for unique Nukeproof project

Sometimes, one image says it all. No sharp suit, no boardroom table, but a CEO in overalls holding a spray gun. In a striking YouTube video, we see our CEO Jochim Aerts actively stepping into the paint shop of Belgian Cycling Factory. He returns to his old craft to help create the custom Nukeproof Scout Signature Edition by Blake Samson. And this is anything but a gimmick.

05/31/2026, 10:00 PM

Tough conditions for KMC Nukeproof at World Cup opener

Like Nukeproof Axess Racing, KMC Nukeproof lined up last weekend for the opening round of the UCI MTB World Series in South Korea. Carla Hahn impressed with a strong 8th place in the XCC, securing a front row start for the Olympic discipline. On Sunday, Rens delivered one of the team’s strongest performances with a 9th place in the XCO after a consistent and controlled race.

05/08/2026, 01:01 PM

Opening round of the UCI MTB World Series shows every side of the sport

The opening round of the UCI MTB World Series in South Korea brought together everything that defines this sport for Nukeproof Axess Racing: strong performances, setbacks, and moments that stay with you — both on and off the track. The coming weeks will focus on testing and fine-tuning ahead of round two in Loudenvielle.

05/05/2026, 09:48 AM

Mountain Bike World Cup kicks off in South Korea

At last, the moment has arrived: the Mountain Bike World Cup is back for the 2026 season. This year is particularly notable as Asia hosts both an XCO and an XCC event for the very first time. It is also a special edition for downhill racing, as it has been since 2000 that competition at this level has taken place on the continent. On a brand-new course, riders will battle it out from May 1 to 3 in the opening round of the UCI Mountain Bike World Series. KMC Nukeproof and Nukeproof Axess Racing are ready to make their mark from the very start.

04/30/2026, 02:26 PM

A mountain bike gem: Kelsey Urban’s Stars and Stripes bike

According to cycling lore, the history of mountain biking began in California. To this day, the discipline remains hugely popular there. That makes it a great honor for KMC Nukeproof to have the American Cross-Country Olympic champion Kelsey Urban (27) on the team. Especially for her, Nukeproof created a unique version of the Hyperfly, made possible thanks to the in-house paint facility at the Belgian factory.

03/13/2026, 02:27 PM

Team camp and first podium of the year for KMC-Nukeproof

KMC Nukeproof MTB is fully preparing for the new season. At the start of the year, the team travelled to La Xara, a charming village on the Costa Blanca that is well known among cyclists. The training camp was combined with the first races of the season. Kelsey Urban immediately secured the team’s first podium finish of the year in La Nucia.

03/11/2026, 02:53 PM