MTB News: From the coming 2021 season, cross-country specialist Emily Batty will be wearing Abus helmets. After the company from Wetter an der Ruhr had gathered a top-class field of drivers with Richie Schley, Cedric Gracia, Gabriel Wibmer, Micayla Gatto, Steffi Marth and Max Schumann in recent years, another superstar is now following with the Canadian.
The Canyon MTB Racing Team around superstar Emily Batty becomes Abus' new partner. With the 32-year-old Canadian, a prominent cross-country specialist is under contract with the German company for the first time. By working with the two-time overall World Cup third place winner from 2016 and 2018, the company based in Wetter an der Ruhr is demonstrating its increased commitment to the XC disciplines. In addition to the Red Bull athlete, Abus also has high hopes for young gun Laurie Arseneault, who, like her teammate, will be starting in the MTB World Cup with the “GameChanger” and “StormChaser” helmet models. The partnership is designed for the coming years. In addition to the Canyon MTB Racing Team, Abus also sponsors the Kross Orlen Cycling Team and the Maloja Pushbikers.
“This collaboration is a dream come true for me. I have the privilege of adding myself to a long list of world-class athletes who represent and use Abus products. Their helmets are the best in the world. Thanks to them I feel safe and good when I get on the bike. It's great to work with such a progressive and professional company.” - Emily Batty