Niner is proud to announce the creation of a new, global program in support of our most passionate riders. The new Niner Ambassador Program is for people who want to get involved with Niner at a higher level, who want to share their love for the trail with riders in their local area and participate in key events and product launches throughout the year.

 

As an official Ninerd,

  • You will belong to an exclusive group of less than 100 riders, worldwide.
  • You will be invited to participate in key Niner product development conversations and product launches, with the ability to ask questions and gain insight from our engineers and product managers.
  • You will have the the ability to purchase a complete Niner bike at special Ambassador price
  • You will receive an Niner Kit of tee/baggies or jersey/bibs, as well as socks and tee shirts at the start of the program
  • You will receive quarterly swag packages to both keep for yourself and distribute to riders you know.
  • You will be eligible for partner program discounts, as will your friends and riding crew.
  • You will be eligible to win additional Niner trips and product available exclusively to Niner Ambassadors via points earned at trail work days with IMBA and at other selected events and on social media.

 

What do we ask of you?

  • Be a great representative of Niner on the trail and in your daily life! Ninerds are friendly, ethical, and fun to ride with.
  • Join our demo crew at local events - help us get to know the trails, introduce us to your crew and maybe help the tired demo guy load the van at the end of the day and find a good local burger and a beer.
  • If you are the social media type, tag us in your Niner related posts #ninerbikesambassador #ninerbikes. There will be rewards for our best online Niner ambassadors, too.
  • Be a passionate rider - this isn't a racing program!

 

How do you apply for an ambassador position?

  • Fill out the application at www.ninerbikes.com/ambassador
  • You must be able to complete the application online - missing information will eliminate you from consideration. We cannot accept physical/mailed applications.

We will make our final selection in November, with the first swag shipment and bike purchase opportunity happening in January. The application date closes on 11/15/2014. Ambassadors will hold their position for one year. 

 

 

 




Our favorite site for bike racing culture, Manual for Speed, took Team CLIF MTB and Cyclocross out for a night on the town in Las Vegas. Click through for a great look at the riders, the bikes and the contrasts of one of the craziest towns on earth.


 





When they weren't getting to know the locals, the CLIF team was throwing down at Cross Vegas - the first and one of the fastest cyclocross races of the year. Our own Ian Hylands was there to capture the action. Above - Brady Kappius on his BSB 9 RDO. 


 





Troy Wells demonstrates why a top of the line cyclocross bike must be both light and tough. For a full animated sequence of this crash, check out the Pinkbike story here. 

 





Troy and his Niner in upright form, closing gaps from his crash. We are stoked to sponsor such tough, amazing athletes!

 





SRAM wasn't shy about advertising their new CX1 group at Cross Vegas. The new SRAM Force CX1 groupset is a complete high-performance 1x11 cyclocross drivetrain - a single-ring, 11-speed complete setup that is lighter, simpler, and tougher while offering a clean look and optimal gear selection for cyclocross. SRAM Force CX1 offers better chain management and smooth shifting no matter the conditions or terrain.

CX1 is the only true 1x dedicated cyclocross system. We at Niner are stoked to have our hands on some of the first available sets. SRAM CX1 is available on the 4-Star BSB 9 RDO for $4399 MSRP and on the 4-Star RLT 9 for $3399. See your Niner dealer to order.


 

We've partnered with legendary clothing maker Squadra to make two great new kits for Niner riders.

It takes a lot to make a racing kit worthy of the RDO designation. The RDO Premier jersey and bib shorts offer a flattering race cut, raglan sleeves and beautiful flatlock stitching. We've also designed matching wind vest, arm warmers and knee warmers for year round usefulness. Combine these features with our minimalist graphics and you've got a high end look that pairs perfectly with any Niner Bike. Get full details, tons of pics and construction details here. See your Niner Dealer to purchase, or order in the Niner store. 



We've also designed another way to show your Niner pride, with the new team gear from Squadra. A relaxed cut and our flattering graphics are a great addition to any on-the-bike wardrobe. Pair the jersey with matching bibs for a complete look. Click through for tons of pics and full construction details. See your Niner Dealer or order in the Niner store.







Amazing news on the IMBA support front - we raised over 39,000 dollars in our ROS Plus auction. That is a huge increase over last year's auction totals (almost 10,000 more), and is a great demonstration of Niner rider's commitment to supporting IMBA. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped spread the word!

We've already seen a few of the nine special bikes appear on Instagram. Its truly rewarding to see these beauties in the hands of Niner riders and IMBA supporters.  

 




Pro Bike Supply is your Niner Dealer in Newport Beach, California. The shop was founded in 2006 in Orange County, CA by Mark Cohen. Mark was so involved in riding and building bikes that it just made sense to open a bike shop - all of his friends were asking for pro builds anyway, why not make a labor of love your life's work?

The shop not only offers Niner's full range of Star Builds, they specialize in full custom builds that meet a rider's specific needs and budget. If you can dream it, they can build it. 

For folks that want to meet other riders, the shop offers group rides about 4 times a week, including a big Sunday ride in the Santa Ana mountains and after work rides at Crystal Cove - call or visit the shop for full details and ride information. Don't forget to ask the folks at Pro Bike Supply where the best local rides are - they've got all the info!

Pro Bike Supply has RDO Niner Demo bikes and demo ENVE wheels in stock. Grab a JET 9 RDO, RIP 9 RDO or AIR 9 RDO and a pair of sweet wheels - a great way to test your ideal set up. 

For more info on Pro Bike Supply, see their website or visit them on Facebook. 


Limited to the first 29 people to ask for their free pint glass in person at the Pro Bike Supply location at 353 Old Newport Boulevard, Newport Beach, CA 92663, beginning 10am on Thursday October 16 while supplies last. 


Niner Demo Tour Partner - Schwalbe 


Niner Demo Tour Partner - SRAM

Niner employees are passionate riders who believe that time spent on the trails with friends is as important as time spent in the office. Scraped knees, riding tales, and camp fire smell in our jackets remind us of our primary goal - building beautiful, dependable bikes that you will enjoy as much as we do.
 
Thank you, from the Niner Bikes Crew!

 

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