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Cove Bikes Dominates Weekend
May 26, 2008Published by bruleEighteen year old Canadian young gun Steve Smith has defeated a star-studded field to win the US Open of Mountain Biking at Diablo Freeride Park in New Jersey.
“This is a huge result for Steve. I am really excited for him heading into the rest of the season. He has proved that he can ride with the best in the World.” said Gabe Fox, marketing manager at Cove Bikes. In the Semi finals Steve secured a solid 3rd place finish behind 2-time World Champion Sam Hill and Andrew Neethling of South Africa. “The track was amazing, rough as ever, I love riding at Diablo, I can't wait for race day” stated Steve Smith after his semi final. However, in the finals Steve stepped it up stomping onto the top of the podium for the first time this season. Steve edged out Sam finishing 2nd and last years winner Bryn Atkinson in 3rd.  Photo- Ian Hylands “I feel amazing, I am so stoked to win with so many great riders at the open.” said Steve after his win.  Photo- Ian Hylands It was a great weekend for Cove Bikes. Steve's team mate Andrew Mitchell took the win at Canada Cup #2 at Mt Tremblant. With the win he claimed the series leader's jersey and secured a spot on the National Team and will now be representing Canada at the World Championships alongside Steve next month in Italy. Cove Bikes is a North Shore based manufacturer of high-end freeride bikes. From its early inception as the core North Shore Bike Shop, to today as a cutting-edge bike manufacturer, Cove Bikes continues to lead the industry in progression and innovation. Cove Bikes Factory Team is sponsored by Cove Bikes, SRAM, Rockshox, Avid, Truvativ, E-13, Troy Lee Designs, Dakine, Fiveten, Oakley, Crankbrothers, Mavic, Obtaimium Performance Products, Maxxis, ODI, WTB Steve is also sponsored by Red Bull. Gabe Fox Sales and Marketing Manager Cove Bikes 604-929-1918 |
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Great work Steve!
Congrats Steve!
Big win man.
Big win man.
Canada's finally get a good racer! Can't wait to see how he does the rest of the season.
yea but its an open/pro format
Congrats on the win, hope you do well this season.
Seasons gave me so much respect for Steve. His section was quite funny actually. Props to him for sure. He's gonna kill it all this season too!
finally sam gets beat lol
postcanyonloc what are you talking about. sam didnt get smoked, he lost by not even a second. I was 10 ft away from steve right when sam finised his run. he he was surprised he won. he kept saying, I won? I won?
but anyway. good job steve. you deserve it
but anyway. good job steve. you deserve it
Anyone who beat Sam Hill would be thinking the exact same thing,
WOW I BEAT HIM!?!?!
Even Nathan Rennie said it.
WOW I BEAT HIM!?!?!
Even Nathan Rennie said it.
Wasn't trying to offend. Sorry, beating Sam is impressive.
yeah usually i races u win by like a tenth of a second anyway...
steve's part in seasons was insane! he's a really good rider! Soon to be the best hopefully.
congratulations steve! \m/ \m/
good to see some canadians on the podiums
hes been on podiums for a few years now.. i rmbr wen he first showed up at crankworx one time came in fourth even with a flat and ghetto ass beat bike
haha shows u its the rider not the bike
was that in 2005, when he had his uzzi?
crazy to think about a rider my age winning a race like this. such a good race, glad i was there to witness it
HELL YES; STEVE SMITH #1! Wow, congratulations that is so. damn. sweet.
Vancouver island riders are ripping it!
Vancouver island riders are ripping it!
Yah Steve! Beat em again at the psychosis this year, aye?
That would be wicked awesome. I second that!!!
Man he must feel so badass beating Hill. Great Job!!
Congrats steve your gonna be big
but remember sam hill doesnt run his best unless it WC he doesnt want to get hurt.
^^^^^ shure haha, steve is my brother 
Congrats to Steve, Andrew, and Cove! Well done. Good luck to both guys in Italy.
Respect Stevie, your part in Seasons is awesome.
hmmm why is noone mentioning sams crash where he lost at least 10 seconds? its not hard to beat him when he crashes......
if you don't keep the rubber side down....you lose. Part of the game.
I saw smith ride at Bromont at the CC. Dude had skill!
Tiss a shame Coves website is so umm not a web site.
Tiss a shame Coves website is so umm not a web site.
yea no kidding......update maybe?
ahahahah YES Steve Smith Is the man!
Good to see Steve win something big 
He could donate some of his winnings to Cove to update their website!
He could donate some of his winnings to Cove to update their website!
i was at diablo watching the us open
Congradulations Steve
Congradulations Steve
some awesome racing this weekend. steve flew throught the toyota garden ill try and get some video up.
Congrats to Marie-Eve Marcotte who took 4th in women !
bravo Marie , !
bravo Marie , !
Congrats to Drew as well! Nice work on getting dialed after some injuries last season. Looks like you two boys are both where you like to be... on top
Stoked to hear that Steve and Andrew will be representing Canada at the world championships! Congrats!
yea! i got to ride with him that day! and tyler morland, and kyle strait!
Looks like Canada has some real potential at the worlds with the way Steve has been ripping it up! PIN IT!!
big respect for steve !!!!! WAY TO GO MAAAAAN
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