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Continental Atherton Racing Breaks Through at Loudenvielle
Jun 25, 2025
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Luke Wayman Joins the Elites with a Top-10 Ride Aboard His A.200.G
Loudenvielle, France – The second round of the 2025 UCI Downhill World Cup saw Continental Atherton Racing emerge as a serious force in the new season. From veteran leadership to breakthrough performances, the team showed what happens when raw talent meets elite-level support—and brakes that won’t back down.
Luke Wayman Cracks the Elite Top 10
Only two races into his Elite career, Luke Wayman is already leaving a mark. After graduating from Juniors in 2024 and joining the Continental Atherton Racing squad, the 18-year-old Kiwi rider powered his Atherton A.200.G to a remarkable 10th place finish in Loudenvielle—his best result to date.
“I didn’t expect a top 10 result at all,” said Luke. “I was thinking maybe under 25th would be a solid goal… so really, really stoked.”
Familiar with the track from his junior years (including a podium here in 2024), Luke was able to lean into the lines and terrain with confidence. Supported by the same team that helped guide World Champion Charlie Hatton, and backed by the Hayes Dominion A4 brakes he trusts on the steepest pitches, Luke rode like a veteran.
“The track reminded me a lot of home—dusty, rough, blown out. And having Charlie around as a mentor helped me dial things in fast.”
The Power to Push Harder
Racing at this level requires absolute control and confidence—especially when riding among the likes of Danny Hart and Troy Brosnan. That’s why Continental Atherton Racing runs Hayes Dominion A4 brakes exclusively across their fleet. With near-zero dead stroke, featherlight lever feel, and unstoppable modulation, the Dominion A4 is built for athletes who ride the edge.
Luke, Elise, Charlie, and George all count on Dominion’s consistency to hold lines, scrub speed late, and attack relentlessly.
“On a track like Loudenvielle, your hands take a beating. The Dominion A4s just keep working—quiet, smooth, powerful. I couldn’t ask for more,” Luke noted.
Luke Wayman Cracks the Elite Top 10
Only two races into his Elite career, Luke Wayman is already leaving a mark. After graduating from Juniors in 2024 and joining the Continental Atherton Racing squad, the 18-year-old Kiwi rider powered his Atherton A.200.G to a remarkable 10th place finish in Loudenvielle—his best result to date.
“I didn’t expect a top 10 result at all,” said Luke. “I was thinking maybe under 25th would be a solid goal… so really, really stoked.”
Familiar with the track from his junior years (including a podium here in 2024), Luke was able to lean into the lines and terrain with confidence. Supported by the same team that helped guide World Champion Charlie Hatton, and backed by the Hayes Dominion A4 brakes he trusts on the steepest pitches, Luke rode like a veteran.
“The track reminded me a lot of home—dusty, rough, blown out. And having Charlie around as a mentor helped me dial things in fast.”
The Power to Push Harder
Racing at this level requires absolute control and confidence—especially when riding among the likes of Danny Hart and Troy Brosnan. That’s why Continental Atherton Racing runs Hayes Dominion A4 brakes exclusively across their fleet. With near-zero dead stroke, featherlight lever feel, and unstoppable modulation, the Dominion A4 is built for athletes who ride the edge.
Luke, Elise, Charlie, and George all count on Dominion’s consistency to hold lines, scrub speed late, and attack relentlessly.
“On a track like Loudenvielle, your hands take a beating. The Dominion A4s just keep working—quiet, smooth, powerful. I couldn’t ask for more,” Luke noted.
Elise Empey Continues Her Rise
In the Elite Women’s field, Elise Empey once again proved she’s right where she belongs—crossing the line in 7th place. Having shown flashes of brilliance as a privateer, Elise now benefits from the full strength of the Continental Atherton program. Her raw speed and steady composure are turning heads.
A Program Built on Progression
This year’s Continental Atherton roster blends seasoned leadership with the brightest young talent. Charlie Hatton, Elise Empey, Luke Wayman, and George Madley represent not just the present, but the future of downhill racing.
And at the center of it all is the Atherton A.200.G—purpose-built for the World Cup stage and battle-proven with Hayes Dominion A4s at every round.
“Having Charlie there is really helpful,” said Luke. “He knows exactly what he wants from the bike. Riding with him and getting setup support from the team made it easy to get comfortable.”
Next Stop: Leogang
As the World Cup tour moves on to Austria, the team looks to build on their momentum. Charlie Hatton is hungry to convert his top-split speed into a full race result, and Junior phenom George Madley is poised to deliver under pressure. With Dominion-equipped A.200.G bikes, they’ll be ready—no matter how steep, slick, or unpredictable the mountain becomes.
Hayes Brakes. Built to Win. Trusted by Champions.
In the Elite Women’s field, Elise Empey once again proved she’s right where she belongs—crossing the line in 7th place. Having shown flashes of brilliance as a privateer, Elise now benefits from the full strength of the Continental Atherton program. Her raw speed and steady composure are turning heads.
A Program Built on Progression
This year’s Continental Atherton roster blends seasoned leadership with the brightest young talent. Charlie Hatton, Elise Empey, Luke Wayman, and George Madley represent not just the present, but the future of downhill racing.
And at the center of it all is the Atherton A.200.G—purpose-built for the World Cup stage and battle-proven with Hayes Dominion A4s at every round.
“Having Charlie there is really helpful,” said Luke. “He knows exactly what he wants from the bike. Riding with him and getting setup support from the team made it easy to get comfortable.”
Next Stop: Leogang
As the World Cup tour moves on to Austria, the team looks to build on their momentum. Charlie Hatton is hungry to convert his top-split speed into a full race result, and Junior phenom George Madley is poised to deliver under pressure. With Dominion-equipped A.200.G bikes, they’ll be ready—no matter how steep, slick, or unpredictable the mountain becomes.
Hayes Brakes. Built to Win. Trusted by Champions.
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