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Article - 12 Mar 24
Enduro

Rhys Verner railing dirt and snow

One of last season’s breakthrough stars showcases what he gets up to in Canada in the off-season.

Forbidden Synthesis’ Rhys Verner lit up the time sheets during last season’s UCI Enduro World Cup. He took his debut win in Leogang-SalzburgerLand and became one of the most complete packages on the Gravity circuit in the process.  

Verner, 26, finished the extremely arduous EDR season in a highly commendable fourth place in the overall  last season and will be amongst many people’s favourites for this seasons title.  

Filmed in his local stomping grounds of Squamish and North Vancouver, the first part of the series showcases his love of getting into the outdoors on both his bike and skis. The video was produced by Verner’s fellow Canadian pinner, Magnus Manson. 

Rhys Verner will be back in action at the opening round of the UCI EDR World Cup in Finale Outdoor Region 10-12 May.  

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