Innovation, performance, and global ambition across cycling, triathlon, MTB, gravel and paratriathlon
At ROTOR Bike Components, we begin 2026 with the same commitment that has guided us since 1994: engineering precision‑driven technology that helps athletes push their limits. This season, we proudly align with elite teams, emerging development programs, and world‑class athletes who share our passion for performance, innovation, and excellence.
At ROTOR Bike Components, we begin 2026 with the same commitment that has guided us since 1994: engineering precision‑driven technology that helps athletes push their limits. This season, we proudly align with elite teams, emerging development programs, and world‑class athletes who share our passion for performance, innovation, and excellence.
Below is the official presentation of ROTOR’s sponsored teams and athletes for 2026, including backgrounds, origins, achievements, and confirmed line‑ups.
BIANCHI PRO TRIATHLON TEAM
A world‑class structure entering a new era
The renowned BMC Pro Triathlon Team enters 2026 under a new identity, becoming the Bianchi Pro Triathlon Team. Backed by more than 150 victories and 300 international podiums over 13 seasons, the team continues its legacy with renewed ambition.
A world‑class structure entering a new era
The renowned BMC Pro Triathlon Team enters 2026 under a new identity, becoming the Bianchi Pro Triathlon Team. Backed by more than 150 victories and 300 international podiums over 13 seasons, the team continues its legacy with renewed ambition.
Origins and transition
After BMC concluded its long partnership, the legendary Italian brand Bianchi stepped in as title sponsor, bringing fresh vision while preserving the high‑performance structure that made the team a global reference.
After BMC concluded its long partnership, the legendary Italian brand Bianchi stepped in as title sponsor, bringing fresh vision while preserving the high‑performance structure that made the team a global reference.
Official 2026 Roster
Six athletes from five different nations form a powerful and internationally balanced line‑up:
Six athletes from five different nations form a powerful and internationally balanced line‑up:
- Daisy Davies (UK) – European Long Distance Champion 2025
- Finn Große‑Freese (GER) – Dual IRONMAN winner in 2025
- Miguel Hidalgo (BRA) – WTCS World Vice‑Champion
- Antonio Benito (ESP) – Back‑to‑back Long Distance World Champion (2024–2025)
- Laura Madsen (DEN) – Multiple IRONMAN 70.3 podiums
- Cameron Main (UK) – Winner of IRONMAN Western Australia, qualified for Kona 2026
This group combines experience, versatility, and world‑class results.
SCOTT CALA BANDIDA
Spain’s rising powerhouse in MTB marathon and gravel
SCOTT Cala Bandida enters 2026 with renewed energy and clear goals after a structural transformation during the 2025 season. The team strengthens its presence in XCM and gravel racing while staying connected to its roots in Spanish MTB culture.
Spain’s rising powerhouse in MTB marathon and gravel
SCOTT Cala Bandida enters 2026 with renewed energy and clear goals after a structural transformation during the 2025 season. The team strengthens its presence in XCM and gravel racing while staying connected to its roots in Spanish MTB culture.
2026 Riders
- Alberto Barroso – The major signing of the year; former World Cup XCO racer
- José Mari Sánchez – Returning with strong 2025 performances
- Enrique Morcillo – Experienced marathon specialist
- Alberto Barroso – The major signing of the year; former World Cup XCO racer
- José Mari Sánchez – Returning with strong 2025 performances
- Enrique Morcillo – Experienced marathon specialist
Main racing programme
1. Mediterranean Epic
2. Andalucía Bike Race
3. Far West SCOTT
4. Absa Cape Epic, the biggest international objective
A solid roster with a clear vision for long‑distance MTB success.
VOLHARDING CYCLING TEAM
One of Europe’s strongest U23 development programs
The Volharding Cycling Team from the Netherlands is widely recognized as one of the continent’s leading U23 development structures. The team is built around individualized coaching, scientific training methods, and carefully managed progression into the professional ranks.
The Volharding Cycling Team from the Netherlands is widely recognized as one of the continent’s leading U23 development structures. The team is built around individualized coaching, scientific training methods, and carefully managed progression into the professional ranks.
Management
Hessel Glotzbach, a respected developer of young talent and architect of the team’s long‑term strategy.
Hessel Glotzbach, a respected developer of young talent and architect of the team’s long‑term strategy.
Notable riders
The roster features some of the most promising U23 riders in the Dutch cycling system, including:
Diede Verboom, Lucas Janssen, Marijn IJmker, Mart van Esterik, Menno van Es, Simon den Braber, Tim den Braber, Daan Maessen, Jules van Neer, Ole Stoffels, Stan Smit, Matthew Hörter, and many more.
The roster features some of the most promising U23 riders in the Dutch cycling system, including:
Diede Verboom, Lucas Janssen, Marijn IJmker, Mart van Esterik, Menno van Es, Simon den Braber, Tim den Braber, Daan Maessen, Jules van Neer, Ole Stoffels, Stan Smit, Matthew Hörter, and many more.
Volharding embodies the perfect environment for validating ROTOR’s biomechanical and power‑measurement technologies among the sport’s rising stars.
CHINA WOMEN’S NATIONAL TEAM
China’s flagship women’s cycling structure
China’s flagship women’s cycling structure
Through this collaboration, the Chinese women's national cycling team is equipped with high-performance components from ROTOR Bike Components, including cranks and chainrings, designed to optimize pedaling efficiency and power delivery in elite competitions. This partnership aims to improve the cyclists' technical performance under maximum pressure.
Technological Sponsorship
ROTOR provides advanced components to the women's national road cycling team, seeking to improve consistency and efficiency in training and races.
Innovation
The use of ROTOR power meters and crankset systems allows for precise power (watt) analysis to maximize performance.
Context
This partnership highlights the commitment to the development of Chinese women's cycling with cutting-edge equipment. The Spanish brand ROTOR maintains a strong alliance with professional cycling, driving power and drivetrain technology.
DANI MOLINA
Paralympic Champion and global icon of paratriathlon (PTS3)
Daniel Molina, born in Madrid, is one of the most decorated paratriathletes in the world. After a career that began in swimming, Molina transitioned to paratriathlon and became a dominant force.
Paralympic Champion and global icon of paratriathlon (PTS3)
Daniel Molina, born in Madrid, is one of the most decorated paratriathletes in the world. After a career that began in swimming, Molina transitioned to paratriathlon and became a dominant force.
Career highlights
Paralympic Gold Medallist – Paris 2024 (PTS3)
Multiple‑time World and European Champion
Paralympic Gold Medallist – Paris 2024 (PTS3)
Multiple‑time World and European Champion
Molina embodies resilience, excellence, and the power of sport — values that align perfectly with ROTOR. This year his challenges will be European and World Championship.
LEA RICCOBONI
From Age Group World Champion to rising professional
French triathlete Léa Riccoboni has become one of the most promising names in long‑distance triathlon. After claiming the Age Group World Title in Nice 2024, she quickly transitioned to the professional field with notable performances.
From Age Group World Champion to rising professional
French triathlete Léa Riccoboni has become one of the most promising names in long‑distance triathlon. After claiming the Age Group World Title in Nice 2024, she quickly transitioned to the professional field with notable performances.
Key achievements
- IRONMAN 70.3 podiums in South America and Europe
- Early qualification for the 2025 70.3 World Championship in Marbella
- Rapid progression marked by discipline, consistency, and strong bike splits
- IRONMAN 70.3 podiums in South America and Europe
- Early qualification for the 2025 70.3 World Championship in Marbella
- Rapid progression marked by discipline, consistency, and strong bike splits
Riccoboni represents the new wave of professional long‑distance triathlon.
ANDREW FEATHER
The UK’s hill‑climb master
British rider Andrew Feather is a household name in the world of hill climbs. Known for his extraordinary power‑to‑weight ratio and record‑breaking ascents, he is a multi‑time British Champion.
The UK’s hill‑climb master
British rider Andrew Feather is a household name in the world of hill climbs. Known for his extraordinary power‑to‑weight ratio and record‑breaking ascents, he is a multi‑time British Champion.
Highlights
- Multiple National Hill Climb Championships
- Famous for sustained 500‑watt efforts on short, brutal climbs
- Well‑known for defeating Tadej Pogačar in a 2025 charity climb challenge
- Holder of numerous KOMs across the UK and Europe
- Multiple National Hill Climb Championships
- Famous for sustained 500‑watt efforts on short, brutal climbs
- Well‑known for defeating Tadej Pogačar in a 2025 charity climb challenge
- Holder of numerous KOMs across the UK and Europe
Feather’s explosive climbing power makes him an ideal ambassador for ROTOR’s lightweight and performance‑focused components.
MARTA BETI
Young Spanish talent in cyclocross
Marta Beti Pérez, born in 2004, is one of Spain’s most promising young cyclists. With strong performances in cyclocross, she has already achieved national results and international starts at only 20–21 years old.
Young Spanish talent in cyclocross
Marta Beti Pérez, born in 2004, is one of Spain’s most promising young cyclists. With strong performances in cyclocross, she has already achieved national results and international starts at only 20–21 years old.
Career highlights
- Spanish U23 Cyclocross Champion
- Competitor at the U23 World Championships
- Member of the Cantabrian selection for the Spanish Gravel Championship
- Spanish U23 Cyclocross Champion
- Competitor at the U23 World Championships
- Member of the Cantabrian selection for the Spanish Gravel Championship
Beti represents the new generation of versatile cyclists excelling across multiple terrains.
ROTOR Technology: Performance Engineered for Champions
All ROTOR‑supported teams and athletes will race with our flagship technologies, including:
All ROTOR‑supported teams and athletes will race with our flagship technologies, including:
- Power meters – the most versatile power meter system
- ALDHU & VEGAST — modular, ultralight Crank Arms made in Spain
- Q RINGS — oval chainrings engineered for optimal pedal stroke efficiency
- Kapic — high‑performance MTB cranksets for XCM and endurance racing
- ALDHU & VEGAST — modular, ultralight Crank Arms made in Spain
- Q RINGS — oval chainrings engineered for optimal pedal stroke efficiency
- Kapic — high‑performance MTB cranksets for XCM and endurance racing
ROTOR instruments performance — our athletes turn it into results.
