Age: 38

Country: New Zealand

In downhill racing, the name Wyn Masters has always been associated with the Privateer Programme, because nurturing talent is a real priority for him. In fact, Wyn bears a fair share of the ‘blame’ for the creation of the iXS Gravity Alliance.

Age: 24

Country: Austria

The young Austrian has ambitious goals: to become a professional cyclist and secure a top-20 finish at the 2028 World Championships in his home town of Leogang. This is by no means out of the question for him: his times are steadily closing in on the hot seat.

Age: 17

Country: Croatia

For Simon, 2026 marks the transition from U17 to U19. He is supported not only by iXS, but also by the Croatian national team. We’re not the only ones who’ve noticed his potential…

Age: 19

Country: Switzerland

Looking at Maja’s results from the 2025 season, it’s hard to believe she’s only been mountain biking for three years: first in the overall standings of the 2024 Swiss Downhill Series. Second in Switzerland in 2025 and second overall in the 2025 iXS Downhill Cup. Did someone say talent?

Age: 24

Country: Great Britain

2026 will be his first season in the elite category. But the 2025 British Junior Downhill Champion can tackle it with the confidence to match. His goal: the World Cup. What else?

Age: 13

Country: Austria

Just 13 years old, two-time Austrian downhill champion in her age group and runner-up at the 2025 International Rookies World Champs: Sara’s path is leading steeply upwards – on her downhill bike, of course.

Age: 16

Country: Ireland

Described as – and not without a reason – as an Irish prodigy who will make it to the World Cup. Dominated the Irish national downhill races in 2025 – and plans to compete at European level in 2026.

Age: 23

Country: Great Britain

The 2025 British Downhill runner-up and eighth overall in the 2025 iXS European Downhill Cup has his sights set on the Downhill World Cups. He lives not far from Wyn Masters’ home – and often gets to enjoy joint training runs.

Age: 11

Country: Germany

At just 11 years old, Mika already has some impressive results under his belt: in 2024, he finished second at the International Rookie World Championships in Schladming (U11). Now he wants to prove himself in the U13 class – and he will!

Age: 17

Country: Germany

As the reigning German runner-up (U19) in both Downhill AND Enduro, Marlena has one main goal: the World Cup. She has already achieved some notable successes there. Watch out!

Age: 21

Country: Germany

Lea was already part of the iXS Gravity Alliance in 2025 – and we’re delighted that she’s back in the crew for 2026. After winning the overall title in the 2024 iXS Downhill Cup, she faced much tougher competition in 2025 – and is therefore determined to go all out again in 2026.

Age: 29

Country: New Zealand

Quite apart from his sporting successes as an enduro rider, Charlie is, above all, one thing: versatile. He always has a say in the Enduro World Cup when it comes to the podium. On freeride skis, he is also among the best in the world. And he is only too happy to pass all this on to the next generation. For us, he’s a perfect fit!

Age: 18

Country: New Zealand

The young New Zealand enduro rider is a true Kiwi: although she has few race results to her name so far, her riding potential is rated all the higher by Charlie Murray and other New Zealand enduro greats.

Age: 34

Country: Great Britain

The Mad Professor, aka Master of DarkFest, has been part of the iXS team for years – and is a key ambassador and talent scout for the sport of freeriding. If you don’t believe it, just ask Harry Gascoyne. Or Sam himself: ‘Accessible’ is his middle name.

Age: 18

Country: Germany

The colour purple is the young freerider’s trademark, but anyone who thinks that’s all she’s about is in for a surprise: Clara is on the verge of applying her trick repertoire to big freeride jumps. We’ll just say: Evo Bike Park.

Age: 21

Country: Great Britain

The 21-year-old Briton has already gained experience on one of the biggest stages in freeride sport: he won a wildcard for Sam Reynolds’ DarkFest 2026 – and, as a result, was accepted into the iXS Gravity Alliance.

Age: 22

Country: Argentina

This young Argentian has already made a name for himself on the freeride scene in 2024: a video titled “All or Nothing” offers a glimpse into his skill set, his courage and his uncompromising attitude. But it also shows just how important a helmet and protective gear can be…