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Kate Hastings

Pivot Athlete

Kate Hastings is a determined downhill mountain biker known for her resilience, positive attitude, and commitment to pushing herself both on and off the bike. Growing up racing BMX, she developed the bike skills, race mindset, and competitiveness that naturally transferred into downhill MTB. Having ridden a Pivot Phoenix for over three years, Kate continues to push her riding to new levels, even after overcoming major injuries during the 2025 World Cup season. As part of the Pivot team, she brings energy, perseverance, and a genuine love for racing and the mountain bike community.

Hometown

Rotorua, New Zealand

Career Highlights

  1. 2025 Junior Women 3rd Place, Val Di Sole, Italy, Downhill World Cup

  2. 2026 Elite Women 3rd Place, Downhill, Crankworx Rotorua

  3. 2026 Elite Women Downhill Oceania Champion

  • Favorite trail

    Tuteata

  • Favorite hobby

    Adventuring

  • Favorite Pivot bike

    The Phoenix

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Shop Kate's Bikes

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Phoenix

Phoenix

210 R / 200 F | MX

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Firebird

Firebird

165 R / 170 F | 29" | MX