Words | Daniel Self
Back for the third time and better than ever, the Phoenix Enduro and EWS qualifier went off in Christchurch last weekend. The riders had a challenging course ahead, taking on some of the gnarlier and less ridden trails on the hill.
Eden Cruise tackling the rock rollers with ease. Photo Broken Lines MTB
The Hyperformance Team had a strong showing across the category’s. Todd Ballance had a quieter than usual Friday night and it paid off with 3rd place U21.
Bex Hufflett letting the corner know whos boss on her way to 6th place in a stacked women’s field. Photo Broken Lines MTB
In the big open women’s field Bex Hufflett finished a solid 6th place, while Robin Pieper had a great race to finish 4th.
With a 2nd place on stage 2, Robin Pieper was absolutely flying down her new home trails in Christchurch . Photo Fiona Glennie
Ibis NZs Eden Cruise made his return to racing with a convincing 7th place in a stacked open men’s field, and Daniel Self made it two in a row, taking out the overall win for the second year running.
Todd Ballance sliding into 3rd spot in U21 Men. Photo Dominic Blissett
Straight out of MIQ and straight onto the top step of the podium for Daniel Self. Photo Dominic Blissett
Check out the full results here.