With temporary team Ekoï, brothers Roodhooft throw a lifebuoy to Ryan Kamp and two colleagues: “They deserve this”

“Despite proven talent and ambition, all three riders faced an uncertain future at the professional level. Team EKOÏ was founded to provide them with a professional framework and the opportunity to continue to defend their chances at the highest level of cyclocross,” said the new team’s press release.

“Cyclocross remains a demanding discipline, in which even established riders can quickly find themselves without a professional base. Team EKOÏ positions itself as a bridging project: a temporary but fully professional structure that allows riders to remain active, visible and competitive until the end of the season.”

The project is supported by EKOÏ, a French manufacturer of bicycle accessories such as helmets and shoes, and the bicycle manufacturer Colnago.

“Despite our growth, our origins come from cyclocross. It is the discipline that has shaped our identity. Both Christoph and I see it as our mission to keep the sport attractive and competitive,” says manager Philip Roodhooft.

“With Team EKOÏ we want to give three riders the opportunity to continue fighting for their place at the highest level. They deserve a professional environment, strong guidance and the right equipment. Thanks to the support of EKOÏ and Colnago, we can provide exactly that until the end of the season. Then we will sit down together and see what the future holds.”