Ari Factory Racing Team

Feb 5, 2026 - Ari Factory Racing (AFR) (@arifactoryracing) is proud to announce the addition of Tegan Cruz (Canada) to its 2026 Factory Racing roster, joining returning standout Kailey Skelton (USA), a three-time U.S. Women’s National Champion. The team also confirms that Nikolas Nestoroff (USA) will contest a full race season while stepping into the role of Team Manager, continuing to strengthen AFR’s competitive program both on and off the track.

In parallel with the expanded roster, Ari Factory Racing welcomes Fasthouse as the team’s official gear and apparel partner for 2026. With deep roots in motocross and action sports, Fasthouse brings a proven blend of performance, style, and authenticity to the program. Fasthouse joins AFR’s long-standing technical partners SRAM, RockShox, Maxxis, and DT Swiss, who remain the team’s primary drivetrain, suspension, tire and wheels sponsors.

Tegan Cruz enters the season with a clear focus on the global gravity stage, targeting all Crankworx stops beginning later this month in New Zealand. Cruz will be chasing the coveted King of Crankworx title after earning a silver medal in 2025, while contesting an aggressive schedule that includes Downhill, Dual Slalom, Air DH, Pump Track, and select E-Enduro events.

The team will primarily race the Ari Superior Peak in Downhill competition, with the Delano Peak serving as the weapon of choice for Slalom and Hard MTB events. AFR will also support ongoing product development, with select Downhill rounds featuring testing of new prototype platforms.

The team will primarily race the Ari Superior Peak in Downhill competition, with the Delano Peak serving as the weapon of choice for Slalom and Hard MTB events. AFR will also support ongoing product development, with select Downhill rounds featuring testing of new prototype platforms.

"We are excited to continue supporting Ari Factory Racing. We are looking forward to the 2026 season and beyond, with a strengthened roster, expanded race calendar, and industry-leading partners. AFR has proven to be a valuable asset in our product development efforts and in the continued growth of the Ari brand."—Chris Washburn, CEO, Ari Bikes

Ari Factory Racing is supported by: SRAM, RockShox, Maxxis, Fasthouse, 6D Helmets, ODI, DT Swiss, G-Form

Additional support from: Redmond Re-Lyte, Renthal, Crankbrothers

Action and rider poses by Kailey Skelton Photography