“Gifted” One Industries-sponsored downhiller floats over Bootleg Canyon
For the second year in a row, talented up-and-comer downhill rider Mikey Sylvestri has won the Nevada State Downhill Championships this past weekend at Boulder City, Nevada. The Dean Racing Development (DRD) and One Industries-sponsored rider demolished the competition by nearly 5 seconds on Bootleg Canyon’s rough, moon-like terrain.
Mikey Sylvestri finishes first the Nevada State Downhill Championships at Bootleg Canyon, Nevada. Photo: Ian Cook/mybikestand.com
Sylvestri has been described as “one of the most gifted U.S. prospects in recent years” and pinkbike.com observed in a interview that “he’s got they eyes of the industry on him, in fact, he’s the buzz.”
Says 23-year-old Sylvestri of his recent win, “I had a great time this weekend out in Bootleg and I’m pretty pumped on my win there! I felt strong and I knew all of the lines well, so I knew I was going to be competitive. My qualifier went pretty smooth, and I knew I had it in me to finish on top for finals. I’m just happy to start the season off with a win and focus on what’s ahead!”
Congratulations to Mike Sylvestri for his outstanding results. As a new addition to the DRD team, Mikey is proving himself a force to be reckoned with. All DRD team riders ride in DH helmets, gloves and apparel by One Industries.
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San Diego-based One Industries changed the look of motocross in 1997. Today they deliver industry-leading downhill, and all-mountain helmets, gloves, armour, and apparel to hardcore “Army of ONE” riders around the world. oneindustries.com. One Industries gear is available from selected cycle and sport dealers in Canada.