Mikey Sylvestri Wins The 2013 Nevada State DH Championships

DRD’s Mikey Sylvestri won, for the second year in a row, the Nevada State Downhill Championships this past weekend at Bootleg Canyon, in Boulder City, Nevada.  On the rough, moon-like terrain of Bootleg Canyon, Mikey demolished the competition by nearly 5 seconds!
 
Mikey said, “I had a great time this weekend out in Bootleg!  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, & 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!”
 
Recently signing with the DRD Professional Race Team, Mikey has already shown that he’s a force to be reckoned with this season!

2013 DRD Team Announced

Escondido, CA (January 17, 2013) – Dean Racing Development (DRD) is proud to announce our factory downhill mountain bike race team for the 2013 season.  Team DRD will be comprised of an elite 3-person roster consisting of former US & Pro GRT Champion Cody Warren, as well as young & rising talents such as Mikey Sylvestri, & John Keep. The DRD team will be competing downhill and enduro disciplines in the USGP, Sea Otter Classic, US National Champs, Crankworx, select World Cups, World Championships & select Enduro specific events.
 
Cody Warren returns to the DRD team for his 3rd season.  As a veteran rider, Cody has a plethora of victories & titles under his belt.  Cody’s highly regarded resume will lead the team domestically as well as being a mentor to the younger riders.
 
“I’m pumped for another year with DRD,” stated Cody Warren.  “Racing the USGP’s is where I want to put my effort.  This team is the best program to tackle that series.  2013 is a new exciting year for DRD and I’m pumped to be a part of it.  The team is growing with experience and structure.  There are a couple of changes to the roster and sponsors that are going to make it an exciting year.”
 
Joining Cody will be 23 year old Mikey Sylvestri.  Touted as one of the most gifted US prospects in recent years, Mikey has shown glimpses of his talent, besting many of the world’s top racers at highly competitive events.
 
“I’m excited to be a part of the DRD program this year,” exclaimed an excited Mikey Sylvestri.  “Being a part of a strong and sound team is going to help me get to the next level of my racing career. I’m excited to race with my teammates Cody & John, and am anxious to work with my new team manager, Jeremiah Dylan Dean “
 
22 year old John Keep also joins the DRD program, but is a familiar face to the team.  John was an original founding member of the DRD program in 2010.  John has grown to be a competitive figure in southern California, & has his sights on a full national tour.
 
John Keep said, “2013 is going to be a great year for the DRD team. I’m excited to work with such a great group of guys.  Knowing that we have the best sponsors & products supporting us is such an asset for any rider who is looking to be competitive.”
 
The 2013 DRD team will see numerous improvements & changes, not only in personnel, but with sponsors as well.  A new title and frame sponsor will be named in the upcoming weeks.   Stay tuned for upcoming race reports, photos & videos from the newly redesigned DRD race team!

Help Austin Warren And Lauren Daney Make The 2012 World Champs

Hello everyone!

Here’s your chance to WIN an INTENSE TAZER VP Frame & help two young American racers, Austin Warren & Lauren Daney, reach the 2012 MTB World Championships in Leogang, Austria! You could also win a variety of other prizes!  With ticket prices, ground transportation, food & lodging at such hi rates, we’re doing our best to get these kids there, but we’re asking for your help! 

Some items up for raffle include:

• - INTENSE Tazer VP frame (medium, red)
• - One Industries Gamma helmet
• - 661 helmet
• - THE helmets
• - Oakley/Monster Energy backpack custom painted by Dylan Dean Designs 
• - 661 gloves
• - ONE Industries gloves
• - ARMA Energy snacks & chips
• - ODI grips & bars
• - SDG Saddles
• - Profile Cranks

Keep updated on the DRD INTENSE Facebook page -http://www.facebook.com/DRDIntense

$5 per entry for general raffle. 
$20 per entry for frame. 

PAYPAL: jdd@dylan-dean.com (send as "GIFT") 

or contact Dylan Dean at 760-443-3344 jdd@dylan-dean.com (credit cards, checks & cash accepted). 

WINNERS SELECTED SEPTEMBER 3^rd!

DRD/Intense Lauren Daney Win Plattekill Gravity Open

Roxbury, New York (May 29, 2012) – DRD Intense’s Lauren Daney captured her second consecutive pro victory by winning the Plattekill Gravity Open in Roxbury, New York.  Plattekill mountain is a legendary east coast mountain bike destination as it offers multitude of steep rocky chutes, high seed sections, berms, jumps and roots though out.

Although Friday’s practice started out slick and wet, conditions steadily improved throughout the weekend and were prime for race day!  The vibe throughout the weekend was filled with excitement, but still maintained a typical east coast relaxed atmosphere.

“I had a blast all weekend long,” exclaimed an ecstatic Lauren Daney.    “The course was awesome and I was hitting all of the jumps.  I knew I had an advantage over the competition, but still knew I had to come out charging on race day!  I had momentum coming from last weekend, & am thrilled I took another win!”

Lauren extends her lead in the 2012 Pro GRT series.  Lauren will be taking a bit of time off to train before joining up with the rest of the DRD INTENSE factory team at the 2^nd round of the US Grand Prix of Mountain Biking at Sugarbush Resort in Warren, Vermont on June 17^th.

Follow Lauren & the rest of the ‘DRD Intense’ professional mountain bike team at http://www.facebook.com/DRDIntense

Lauren Daney & DRD Intense is proudly supported by the following sponsors…

• Dean Racing Development
• Intense Cycles
• ARMA Energy
• ONE Industries
• Shimano
• ODI Grips
• Sun-Ringle
• Marzocchi Suspension
• MRP
• SDG Components
• Maxmia Racing Oils
• SOL REPUBLIC
• GEAX Tires
• Bike Vault Bike Shop