Cassia P1 at Tiger Tracks Gravel
Gravel racing is about more than podiums—though we’ll never say no to the top step. It’s about showing up with our best friends—some known, some new, and some we haven’t met yet. It’s about pushing hard through wild landscapes, sharing moments of grit, and finding joy in the effort. That’s why we keep coming back. And that’s exactly what Tiger Tracks Gravel in Western Australia is all about.
A grassroots event built by passionate locals, Tiger Tracks features two unique stages through jarrah, marri, and banksia woodlands. It opens with an 18km all-out time trial, followed by an 80km main event. Back from a successful block of road racing overseas, Cassia came ready. On her GR3, she laid down a commanding TT effort, putting herself at the front heading into day two. Known for her deep reserves—like she showed recently in Vietnam—Cassia left nothing on the table in the 80km finale, extending her lead to over four minutes. Just like her GR3, she’s built different.
Now it’s back to the grind. Cassia is deep in training, tuning up for the season’s biggest test: The Traka. Stay tuned.
Stateside Shift: Sea Otter Week
Meanwhile, it’s Sea Otter week in the U.S.—a cornerstone of the cycling calendar. Last year, Cassia’s win here catapulted her onto the international gravel scene, adding real weight to her ambitions. While she’s staying in Australia this time around, we’re proud to support Argonaut Factory rider Matt Wiebe as he lines up in the elite men’s race.
After missing much of the 2024 season due to injury, Matt is fired up for his return—focused, ready, and piloting his custom team-issue GR3. A bike built to challenge norms. With progressive geometry, razor-sharp handling, and fearless descending, the GR3 doesn’t follow trends—it defines them.
And gravel culture? It’s more fluid than ever. From 40mm slicks to 2.2” MTB tires, riders are rewriting the rules on race-day setup. That’s why we’re proud to work with Schwalbe—pioneers of tire tech built specifically and exclusively for cycling. Whether it’s for our Supernaut concept builds or our privateers in the field, Schwalbe’s innovations help us push performance further. The new RX Pro is a perfect example—fast, tough, and built for the future of gravel.
After Thursday’s race, keep an eye out for Matt’s raw-to-cobalt candy fade GR3 making its way through the Sea Otter scene. For a closer look at what’s next in tire and bike design, visit booth R129—where our partners at Schwalbe will be showcasing an RX Pro-equipped Supernaut GR3.
Matt won’t be solo in the elite men’s field. Joining him is fellow Argonaut Factory rider Cassius Anderson—one of the most exciting young racers in North America. After a tough call to cancel Mid South due to wildfire risks, Cassius missed the chance to put his winter training form on display aboard his GR3. Since Stillwater, Cassius has been sharpening his edge with crit racing and long altitude blocks. Now, it’s time to unleash that raw power and precision on one of gravel’s biggest stages.
More Than Podiums
Racing is about more than results. It’s about energy. Community. That rare electric feeling of being at the center of the cycling universe—even if just for a weekend. Sea Otter delivers that magic every year, and we’re proud to be a part of it.
