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I am Defending My MTB Title for the Fifth Time!

  • Writer: Gary Moller
    Gary Moller
  • Apr 3, 2025
  • 2 min read


The start of my race in Canada, 2019
The start of my race in Canada, 2019

Hey everyone, I've got some exciting news to share — I'm officially returning to the Masters to defend my mountain bike (MTB) title! If we count the MTB marathon in the mix, this'll mark my fifth go at it. Five times stepping up to the line, pushing the pedals, and chasing that thrill of victory. I'm getting ready for the MTB Masters World Championships for the second time in Cairns, Australia. I'm excited to go back and give it my all yet again.



This journey means a lot to me, and I'd love for you to come along for the ride — literally! I'll be documenting the whole process, from the grind of training to the race itself. Expect video recordings of my training rides, where I'll share the ups, downs, and everything in between. Whether it's tackling brutal climbs, dialling in my technique, or just soaking in the stoke of being out on the trails, I'll be posting clips for you to follow.


Medal Ceremony, Mont St, Anne, Canada, 2019.

Just one thing: I'm a novice at operating the camera and editing the footage. However, rest assured that the quality will get better as this journey progresses! I'll post new videos here, as an update to this article.


Interview conducted after securing victory at the 2018 UCI Masters Mountain Bike World Championships in Andorra.

So, if you're into MTB, or just curious to see what it takes to defend a title at the Masters World Championships, stick around! Keep an eye out for the videos, and let's roll through this adventure together. I'd love to hear your thoughts, tips, or even your own riding stories along the way — drop me a comment anytime in the comments section below this article, thank you.


Here's to the trails, the sweat, and the chase for number five in Cairns.



Videos:





A critical analysis of a cycleway

Why we love to live in Wellington


Getting used to putting down sustained power!

Another endurance training session



Taking Alofa for a relaxing adventure into the middle of nowhere!

Riding through Central Wellington



Salvation Trail - not Deliverance!






Riding to Paekakariki and back home.


Having some fun at the CX worlds!


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