Specialized’s Morgan Hill Facility Innovation Trip
Soudal Quick-Step teammates Remco Evenepoel, Mikel Landa, Tim Merlier, Paul Magnier, and Luke Lamperti traveled to Specialized’s Morgan Hill innovation center for an annual visit. They were also accompanied by several members of the Soudal Quick-Step management team. During the trip, the riders utilized the famous Specialized WinTunnel and collaborated with Retul’s Body Geometry Fit experts to optimize their on-bike positions. Together, the teams worked on refining the crucial details that contribute to success in some of the world’s most prestigious races, strengthening the partnership between the team and Specialized.
Celebrating a Successful Season
Beyond the technical work, the riders joined a global audience of Specialized employees to celebrate another successful season. As part of the celebrations, the hosts arranged for the riders and staff to attend a Sharks vs. Red Wings ice hockey game, adding a memorable social aspect to the trip.
Acknowledging a Strong Partnership
On the trip, Remco Evenepoel said ‘We are very grateful to Specialized for hosting us. We’ve been working together for many years now. It’s a partnership where we share the same goal of always pushing and innovating to be better. It is so important visit to see the team here to fine tune things for the forthcoming season and talk about the development of new, faster equipment, and how we can implement its use. It is also nice to see the people that work so hard support us throughout the season and show our appreciation.’
Specialized’s Confidence in the Team’s Future
Adding to this, Ben Edwards, Specialized’s Global Marketing Manager – Road, said, ‘We’ve been partners with Soudal Quick-Step for well over a decade and we couldn’t be prouder of all we have achieved together. The work we do with the riders at these Fall camps is not just critical for the team’s success in the coming season. It helps us learn from the best riders in the world and bring the resulting innovation to all riders. Everyone at Specialized will be cheering the team on in 2025. We are so confident in our future together.’
