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Kye A'Hern

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QUICK FACTS

DISCIPLINE

Downhill MTB

HOMETOWN

Canberra

Favourite Track
or Destination

Mont Sainte Anne, Canada or Whistler, Canada

Bucket List Destination

CANADA

PROUDEST ACHIEVEMENTS

2019 Junior World Champion, 2nd Overall 2019 World Cup Series, multiple Top 20 Elite DH World Cup

SPONSORS 

Pushys, Ride Wrap, Title, Thredbo MTB, MAXXIS, Joe’s No Flats, Northside Euros, Shingleback Off Road

Meet Kye

Kye A’Hern is one of Australia’s most accomplished downhill riders, known for his speed, consistency and laid-back approach to racing. A 2019 Junior World Champion and runner-up in the 2019 UCI Junior World Cup Series, Kye has gone on to secure multiple top-20 Elite World Cup finishes while competing internationally at the highest level. Growing up chasing the freedom and fun of riding, he continues to balance elite competition with a genuine love for bikes, mates and the outdoors.

Shingleback Setup

Favourite feature of your Shingleback rack?

No frame contact and the ease & speed to load and unload

When did you first come across Shingleback vertical racks? What were your initial thoughts?

2018 when I started racing World Cups! It was unreal to finally have a great solution to transporting my bikes, and I wish it was around sooner!
Shingleback Moto Rack with Shingleback 2B90 Rack

Which Shingleback rack do you run?

Shingleback 5 Bike,

Shingleback 2B90 & Shingleback MOTO Rack

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RIDING LIFE

What’s the most challenging event or trail you’ve ever tackled, and what made it so tough?

1199 DH in Whistler is probably the most challenging. It’s rough, fast and raw DH at is finest!

How did you first get into riding, and what keeps you hooked today?

The fun got me into it and the freedom, and I would say the exact same things keep me hooked today!

What does a typical training week look like for you during the season?

A big variety usually – Multiple gym sessions, A few trail bike rides, and try get on the DH bike at least 1 time!

A perfect day riding looks like...

A morning ebike ride with mates followed by a moto ride in the arvo!!

Any special pre-comp routines or rituals?

Spaghetti Bolognese for pre race dinner is always the routine!

If you weren’t riding, what would you be doing?​

Probably 4WDriving in my Patrol!

And finally, what would you tell your younger self starting out?

Trust yourself and remember to enjoy every moment!