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Pivot Factory Racing + PFR Next Gen
Following one of the most successful seasons ever for the Pivot Factory Racing team, we are excited to announce the Pivot Factory Racing lineup for 2024.
Not much has changed but after a season of triumphs, challenges and unparalleled camaraderie in 2023, the team is set to raise the stakes and keep pushing for podiums in 2024.
Bernard Kerr
Manager, racer, creator – Bernard Kerr effortlessly wears these hats, contributing to the team’s success in various roles. With a commendable sixth overall spot in the UCI DH World Cup Series in 2023, Bernard is eager to continue supporting the team’s success while nurturing the Next Gen program in 2024.
Ed Masters
The creative genius and madman on the tracks, Ed Masters, returns for another year with Pivot Factory Racing after an injury-laden season in 2023. Ed is looking forward to returning to action with renewed vigor for the 2024 season. Brace yourselves for more Ed Masters magic on and off the tracks in 2024.
Matt Walker
Half of the Worldwide Wide World of Sports duo, Matt Walker, is back in action after a career best season. The 2023 season saw Matt consistently in the top 10, taking ninth overall in the EDR series and a career highlight win in Canazei. Excited to keep the momentum rolling, Matt looks forward to new adventures, more podiums and relishing the joy of doing what he loves with the PFR team.
Morgane Charre
Entering her fifth year with Pivot Factory Racing, Morgane Charre stands as a beacon of consistency and dominance in the UCI EDR. Building on the success of the previous season, where she clinched podium finishes in over half of her appearances and finished an impressive second overall. Morgane is eager to embark on a journey filled with more thrilling races, podium celebrations and the pursuit of that coveted top step.
Jenna Hastings
Jenna Hastings, a cornerstone of Pivot Factory Racing, embodies versatility and resilience both on and off the trails. Despite encountering early-season setbacks in 2023, Jenna’s unwavering determination and talent continued to shine, exemplifying the spirit of PFR. Even with her injury, she had several standouts performances in 2023, including a victory in the Cairns DH. As she eagerly prepares for the challenges and opportunities of the 2024 season, Jenna remains focused on personal growth and pushing her limits to new heights.
Jakob Jewett
Jakob Jewett is back for another exhilarating year with Pivot Factory Racing. Jakob made his debut with the PFR team in the 2023 season, a season that saw him finish 12th in the Snowshoe DH and take 3rd at Crankworx Innsbruck Downhill and 1st at Crankworx Whistler Downhill. We are looking forward to seeing what 2024 has in store for Jakob.
PFR Next Gen
PFR Next Gen was created with the mission of supporting the development of young riders in a meaningful way.
The program is in its fourth year and plans to build on the success of last season with more racing and more opportunities.
Dane Jewett
Dane Jewett returns to PFR Next Gen for his 3rd year and looks to build off the successes of 2023, which saw him triumphantly clinching victories in the Innsbruck DH and Whistler DH, solidifying an impressive entry into the competitive World Cup mountain biking scene. Qualifying at every World Cup and showcasing his consistency with four top-ten finishes, Dane has become a force in the Junior division. As he continues to hone his skills under the wings of Pivot Factory Racing, Dane’s 2024 season will be one to keep an eye on.
Ryan Griffith
Entering his third year with PFR Next Gen squad, Ryan Griffith showcased his racing chops in the 2023 season with notable achievements, including a 7th place finish at the Andorra World Cup. As Ryan gears up for the 2024 season, he is ready to get back on the World Cup racing circuit, showcasing his speed and style at the highest level.
Teagan Heap
Teagan Heap emerges from a podium-laden season in 2023, which culminated in a Dual Slalom National Champs title, is poised for an exciting transition to the World Cup circuit as a junior in 2024. Anticipating the fulfillment of a dream nurtured since the age of 6, Teagan embodies the indomitable spirit of Pivot Factory Racing. We anticipate big things for her World Cup Juniors debut in 2024.
