Sam Hill Wins US Open
Islandia , NY – May 31, 2005 The Iron Horse/Mad Catz Team continued it's domination of the US Open of Mountain Biking with an impressive win by defending champion Sam Hill. Sam outpaced Iron Horse/Mad Catz alum Nathan Rennie by 2.4 seconds to take home the big check and carved wooden shield.

With family and friends on hand, New Jersey born, Australian raised team rider Justin Havukainen rode his way to a strong 5 th place podium finish at 5.9 seconds off Sam's winning pace. Junior World Champion Scarlett Hagen placed 3 rd in the womens field, 3.8 seconds off of Sabrina Jonnier's winning time and a scant 0.048 seconds behind 2 nd place finisher Kathy Pruitt.

Now in its third season, US Open of Mountain Biking has quickly become one of the world's premier downhill mountain bike races. Held at Diablo Freeride Park in Vernon , NJ the 2005 US Open drew over 375 competitors from six different countries racing for over $35,000 in cash and prizes. Iron Horse/Mad Catz team riders have won every US Open to date: Bryn Atkinson in 2003 and Sam Hill in 2004 & 2005.

The Iron Horse/Mad Catz Team thanks its sponsors for their continued support and excellent products that puts the team on the podium! 2005 Team sponsors are: Iron Horse Bicycles, Mad Catz Interactive, Monster Energy, Sram/Rock Shox, FSA, Maxxis, DT/Swiss, FUNN, SDG, Game Shark, Hayes Brake, Minoura, Maxima, Crank Brothers, Troy Lee Designs, KMC Wheels, Freestyle Watches, Alligator Cables, Rip Curl, and e.thirteen Components.

About Team Iron Horse/Mad Catz
Formed in December, 2002, the Iron Horse/Mad Catz Team has quickly become one of the world's elite professional mountain bike programs. Focusing on the disciplines of downhill and fourcross racing, the team has been a breeding ground for champions and stars of the sport. Over the past three seasons, Team riders have won the Jr. World Championship, World Cup Overall, three US Open Championships, two Australian National Championships, and Canadian National Championship in addition to countless podium finishes. You can keep up with the latest Iron Horse/Mad Catz team news at www.madcatzracing.com .

For more information on the Iron Horse/Mad Catz Racing Team please contact Team Manager Sean Heimdal at sean@madcatzracing.com .