Buds Sports x Origine Racing Division: a committed partnership for performance

Buds Sports is proud to announce its official partnership with the Origine Racing Divisionan ambitious new structure set to shake up the world of MTB cross-country racing from the 2025 season onwards. At the heart of this project? A passion for the sport, the rigor of top-level racing, and a shared desire to go ever further - with the best equipment.

A team born to perform

At the head of this brand new formation are two well-known figures in international MTB :

Maxime Marotteformer French team rider and multiple world medallist, is moving to the other side of the handlebars to become a sports manager.

At his side, Mathieu DurandMaxime's ex-agent and former manager of the Specialized Enduro team, takes charge of logistics and administrative management.

Their goal? Nothing less than to to rapidly establish themselves on the international scene. And to achieve this, they haven't done things by halves in terms of personnel.

A dream team to aim for the top

Origine Racing Division is lining up a top-flight quartet for its first season:

🏆Mathis Azzaro: 5th at the last XCO Worlds, French XCC champion and looking for his first World Cup win.

🏆Martina Berta Two-time Italian champion, bronze medallist at the 2024 Worlds, she's aiming for the top.

🏆Ronja Eibl: German talent and three-time U23 World Cup winner, determined to return to the highest level.

🏆Knut Rohme: Norwegian champion and 20th at the 2024 Olympics, he has excellent potential, particularly in short-track.

In other words, this team is not here to learn, but to shine right now.

Buds Sports: reliable, tried-and-tested equipment for the 2025 season

The members of Team Origine Racing Division have entrusted us with transporting their bikes and equipment around the world during this first World Cup season.

Here are the products selected by the team:

ROLLBAG PRO AIRCRAFT BIKE BAG

Bicycle carrying case padded and ultra-resistantdesigned for the intensive use of international racers.
Maximum protection, quick assembly without removing the derailleur.

PADDED WHEELBAG WHEELBAG

Padded wheel cover with internal reinforcements, ideal for protecting racing carbon wheels.

FRAME PROTECT MAXI INTEGRAL FRAME PROTECTION

Reinforced integral frame protection to prevent rubbing and scratches during transport. Only at Buds

TRAVEL BAG XXL BIG BAG BUDS

The ultimate all-terrain bag. XXL volume for textiles, shoes, helmets and racing equipment.

DUFFEL BAG - 30L

30-liter waterproof bag for spares, electronics or delicate equipment. Ideal for racing in wet conditions. Cabin baggage compatible

CITY BAG TRAVEL BACKPACK

Stylish, practical backpack, perfect for everyday travel and assistance in the paddock.

The next major milestones for Origine Racing Division:

World Cups :

Nové Mesto (Czech Republic) - May 23 to 25, 2025

Val Di Sole (Italy) - June 20 to 22, 2025

Les Gets (France) - August 21 to 23, 2025

Lenzerheide (Switzerland) - September 18 to 21, 2025

Mont-Sainte-Anne (France) - September 9 to 12, 2025

Championships :

European Championship (Melgaço) - July 23 to 27, 2025

World Championships (Crans Montana) - September 10 to 14, 2025

Not-to-be-missed events :

Roc d'Azur (Fréjus) - October 2025

A partnership that makes sense

This partnership between Buds Sports and Origine Racing Division is based on shared values: high standards, performance, innovation and a passion for MTB. By providing the team with reliable, high-quality equipment, Buds is committed to providing concrete, long-term support for top-level riding.

At Buds, we're not just suppliers: we're supporters.