Pivot Factory Racing
2025 Team Announcement
As the 2025 season approaches,
Pivot Factory Racing is thrilled to unveil its lineup of athletes who will carry the team’s legacy of grit, growth and passion for the sport. As well as love for the sports fans. From the roar of downhill start gates to the challenging trails of enduro racing, this team is ready to embrace the year ahead.
Remy Meier-Smith
Joining the team is Australian downhill sensation Remy Meier-Smith. Remy had a standout 2024 season with a 17th-place finish at the Fort William UCI Downhill World Cup and a 20th-place result at Les Gets. Finishing off the year placed 28th overall. His addition brings a fresh burst of energy and competitive edge to the Pivot Factory Racing roster.
“Super pumped to be joining pivot factory racing for the 2025 season, I’m so stoked to have this new opportunity with an amazing crew this year and I’m more motivated than ever to get after it. I think this fresh start will be huge for me and I really hope I can unleash my full potential this season on and off the bike and have an amazing time doing so, bring on 2025.” – Remy Meier-Smith
Ryan Griffith
Making his debut in the elite men’s downhill category this season, Ryan Griffith is set to showcase his rising talent. After an impressive 2024 season, including a 7th-place finish at the UCI DH World Cup in Les Gets, Ryan is ready to take on the world’s best in his first season with the elites.
“Being a part of Pivot Factory Racing has always been a dream of mine, so it feels surreal to join the team! I’m thrilled to step up to the elite ranks and compete against the riders I’ve always looked up to, all with the amazing support of Pivot Factory Racing!” – Ryan Griffith
Bernard Kerr
Bernard Kerr returns as team manager and a cornerstone of Pivot Factory Racing. Known for his fearless style and technical prowess, Bernard continues to push boundaries both on and off the track. In 2024, he impressed with two 2nd-place finishes at Red Bull Hardline Wales and Tasmania, and an impressive 6th-place result at the UCI Downhill World Cup in Mont-Sainte-Anne. Beyond racing, Bernard’s influence and passion inspire riders worldwide.
Jenna Hastings
Jenna Hastings brings resilience and talent to the PFR team, making her one to watch in 2025. Despite the challenges of injury recovery last season, Jenna claimed a victory in the Canadian Open DH at Crankworx Whistler and podiumed at the New Zealand Downhill National Championships. Her journey highlights her unyielding determination and potential to excel on the world stage.
Enduro
The Pivot Factory Racing Enduro team returns with a proven lineup that delivered in 2024, finishing 7th overall in the Enduro World Cup standings.
Matt Walker
Matt Walker showcased his versatility throughout the 2024 season, highlighted by a podium finish at the Crankworx Whistler Garbanzo DH and a 10th-place result at the Leogang UCI World Cup EDR. Matt is ready to build on last season’s success and take on the 2025 season.
Morgane Charre
Morgane Charre had an outstanding 2024, finishing 3rd overall in the Enduro World Cup standings, with victories in Loudenvielle and Haute-Savoie, as well as a bronze medal at the Enduro World Championships. As a proven elite competitor, Morgane’s consistency and dominance will be returning to the world stage in 2025.
Ed Masters
Ed Masters brought his signature energy and versatility to the team, battling through injuries and demonstrating the tenacity that defines his racing. Despite the setbacks, he secured a top-16 finish at the UCI EDR World Cup in Loudenvielle, underscoring his grit and determination.
