On the start line

Meet the riders and teams putting Materiaal wheels to the test, from local races to the World Cup stage.

Built for racers, refined through experience. We work directly with our athletes turning their feedback into continuous improvements across our wheels and all components.

Sidney McGill

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Sidney McGill taking a selfie in her cycling kit on a rocky trail.

Sidney McGill continues to compete against the world’s best on the UCI Cyclocross World Cup circuit, with recent highlights including silver at the 2025 Canadian Cyclocross Championships and a 16th-place finish at the 2025 UCI Cyclocross World Championships.

Sidney McGill racing cyclocross on Materiaal wheels.

Known for her world class technical skills, relentless determination, and composure in the toughest conditions, this Pan American Champion embodies the commitment and precision required to compete at the highest level of cyclocross.

Beyond racing, she coaches and mentors the next generation of cyclists, sharing the knowledge and experience that help young riders discover cyclocross and pursue their own ambitions.

Career highlights

  • 2024 Pan-American Cyclocross Champion
  • Silver, 2025 Canadian Cyclocross Championships
  • 5th, 2023 UCI World Cup, Val di Sole
  • 60+ UCI Cyclocross World Cup results

Ben Frederick

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Ben Frederick in his cycling helmet and purple race jersey beside his bike.

Ben Frederick is an American cyclocross racer whose journey in the sport is defined by resilience, determination, and a deep passion for cycling. After a traumatic brain injury in 2016 forced him away from racing for several years, Ben persevered through a long road to recovery, ultimately returning to competition on the international stage and earning his place among the world’s top cyclocross racers.

Ben Frederick racing cyclocross on his Pinarello with Materiaal wheels.

Beyond racing, Ben is a passionate advocate for mental health awareness and the founder of The Small Monsters Project, an initiative dedicated to supporting others navigating their own challenges. 

Through his racing, advocacy, and commitment to the cycling community, Ben embodies the perseverance and determination that define high-level sport. His journey is a powerful reminder that progress isn't always linear, and that the courage to keep moving forward can be its own kind of victory.

Career highlights

  • 2021 USA Single Speed Cyclocross National Champion
  • 4th, 2024 Trek CX Cup, USCX Series
  • 7th overall, 2025 USCX Series
  • Multiple top 30 UCI Cyclocross World Cup results

Rhett Bates

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Rhett Bates with his bike and Materiaal wheels on a wooded trail.

At just 19, Canadian racer Rhett Bates is making his mark in both cyclocross and mountain biking. Representing Canada on the international stage, Rhett competed at the 2026 UCI Cyclocross World Championships in Hulst, Netherlands, and continues to develop against top-level competition across both disciplines.

Materiaal carbon wheels racing through mud, with a close-up of the rear wheel and rider.

His mountain bike results include an 18th-place finish in U23 Men XCO at the 2025 US Pro Cup in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He opened the 2026–27 cyclocross season with a win in the elite men’s C2 race at Canmore Cross, demonstrating his speed and composure at the front of the field.

With a solid foundation in off-road racing and a drive to keep progressing, Rhett represents the next generation of Canadian cycling talent, focused on competition, development, and performance.

Career highlights

  • Represented Canada at the 2026 UCI Cyclocross World Championships, Hulst
  • Elite men’s C2 winner, 2026 Canmore Cross
  • 19th place at the 2025 US Pro Cup, U23 men, Fayetteville, Arkansas (UCI XCO)

Peak Pursuits

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Peak Pursuits riders together with their bikes at a cyclocross race.

Materiaal is proud to support Peak Pursuits, a Canadian all-girls cycling team. We back Peak Pursuits with professional equipment so its riders can focus on training, racing, and enjoying the sport.

We believe young racers deserve access to quality equipment and the support they need to compete at their highest level, whether that's at a local start line, a national championship, or an international event.

By supporting Peak Pursuits, we're investing in young athletes, helping remove barriers to participation, and working toward a future where talent and determination define how far a rider can go.

We are so excited to be part of their journey, supporting the next generation of female racers as they chase big goals and help shape the future of cycling.

Photo credits to @higuchiphotos.

Two Peak Pursuits teammates smiling at the race. A Peak Pursuits rider cornering on an Orbea bike with Materiaal wheels during a cyclocross race. Peak Pursuits teammates celebrating together at the course.