Ribble Pro Cycling x Zwift KISS Super League 1st Race
It’s been an exciting few weeks for Ribble Pro Cycling; firstly, finalising the riders for the 2019 season – Welcoming Chris Sherriffs and Jake Gray. And, wait for it… being invited to compete in Zwift’s new KISS Super Series – the First E-Sport Pro Cycling League. Tom Timothy, Team Principle, “At Ribble Pro Cycling we’re always seeking to be at the forefront of innovation and that’s the reason our riders are some of the fastest in the world. Zwift’s launch of a professional E-Sport Cycling League is revolutionary, propelling a traditional training activity into an accessible and exciting new arena through virtual reality and we’re delighted to be a part of it."
The Series kicks off with the opening race on Wednesday 23rd January at 7pm, with Ribble Pro Cycling competing against some of the world’s best teams including; Hagens Berman Axeon, Team Wiggins Le Col and Canyon dhb with more to be announced soon. From the gun, the first race will provide an exhilarating watch for those that wish to stream the race via the Zwift app. The Series will run for 10 weeks with pro teams battling it out every Wednesday at 7pm. [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fK7gbuu1a\_k&utm\_source=Sailthru&utm\_medium=email&utm\_campaign=Marketing%20-%2019JAN%20Zwift%20Pro%20Team\[/embed\] OUR TEAM R****IDERS COMPETING IN THE FIRST ROUND:
Ed Hopper- A prolific winner on the British circuit racing scene and already a winner in 2019.
Chris Sherriffs - A criterium specialist ideally suited to short intense events.
Jacob Tipper - A fantastic sprinter and highly accomplished on the road and track.
Simon Wilson - Team 10 mile TT record holder and prolific TT winner.
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