March 3, 2005

Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Trek Volkswagen Factory Team www.trekfactoryteam.com

Raring to go: Trek Factory Team ready for 2005 season

Contact - Allison Eatough
443-695-2897
info@trekfactoryteam.com

The Trek Volkswagen Factory Racing Team is gearing up for another action-packed season. This year, the teams see well-known veterans returning, as well as some fresh new faces joining the racing scene. Together, these riders make up one of the strongest racing programs in the nation.

The teams will compete in more than 100 events across the country, including stunt shows and all National Off Road Bicycling Association (NORBA) Series Races. Riders will be equipped with Trek Fuel 98 bikes. These state-of-the-art bikes feature Rock Shox suspension, Shimano disc brakes and drivetrains and Bontrager tires and components.

East Coast Team - David Duvall of Baltimore, MD; Todd Helmick of Newport News, VA; Caitlyn Tuel of Lyndell, PA; and Tim Messersmith of New Salem, PA. Manager: Steven Hoover of Columbia, MD.
Mechanic: Steve Borkoski of Baltimore, MD.

Former East Coast Team manager Jon Posner will manage pro riders Jeremiah Bishop, Chris Eatough and Sue Haywood.

Midwest Team - Sara Kylander-Johnson of Duluth, MN and Doug Swanson of Plymouth, MN. Manager: Chris Shaw of Sun Prairie, WI. Mechanic: Jason Schumacher of Madison, WI.

Rocky Mountain Team - Nick Martin of Mukwonago, WI; Brian Smith of Gunnison, CO; and Nick Ranno of Atlanta, GA. Manager: Nick Martin. Mechanic: Andrew Shepherd of Roanoke, VA.

Southeast Team - Earl Bradley of Indian Harbour Beach, FL; Andy Mills of Winter Garden, FL; Marcus Watters of Apopka, FL; and Erin Winter of Athens, GA. Manager: Andy Mills.

Texas Team - Terry Dupler of Conroe, TX; Sarah Faulkner of Austin, TX; Ray Hall of Tulsa, OK; and Scott Henry of Austin, TX. Manager: Ray Hall.

West Coast Team - Michael Lee of Mission Viejo, CA; Bruce Muhlfeld of Calabasas, CA; Tomarra Notch of Calabasas, CA; and Tim Olson of Chico, CA. Manager: Pam Lee of Mission Viejo, CA.

Stunt - Mike Steidley of New Haven, CT.

Cyclists across the country look to the Trek Factory Team for racing tips, technical advice and motivation to improve. At each Trek Volkswagen Factory Team event, you'll find the racers, managers and mechanics taking time to talk with all in attendance. These riders are some of the most approachable in the sport. They are always looking to leave a positive impression and spread their enthusiasm for mountain biking

Trek Bicycles also recently announced that Volkswagen of America, Inc. has extended its sponsorship of the Trek mountain bike teams for two more years-through the 2005 and 2006 racing seasons. The two transportation leaders have enjoyed a decade-long, complementary relationship involving co-branding and cross-promotional marketing and event participation.

The Trek and Volkswagen brands are both well-known for stylish, innovative, performance-driven products. From the OCLV Carbon Top Fuel 110 full suspension mountain bike to the rugged and luxurious Touareg SUV, Trek and Volkswagen are proven leaders in delivering the products essential to the pursuit of lifestyles that are active, fun and outside the norm.

The Trek Volkswagen Factory Team is proud to be sponsored by Volkswagen, JBL, Rock Shox, Shimano, Nike A.C.G., Bontrager, Zeal Optics, Swany, AMD, Jansport, Light & Motion, Cane Creek Components, IMBA, Pedros and Genuine Innovations.

Follow the Trek Volkswagen Factory Team throughout the season at www.trekfactoryteam.com.