South African Reid mixes it up with the rest of the world

South Africa's James Reid put in his best effort ever to claim fourth position in the under 23 men's cross country race

South Africa's James Reid put in his best effort ever to claim fourth position in the under 23 men's cross country race (Image credit: Darren Goddard / cycho.co.za)

James Reid made the trek from South Africa to Quebec to compete in the Mont-Sainte-Anne World Cup in Canada this weekend. He is one of several young riders trying to follow in the footsteps of established South African pro Burry Stander (Specialized). But it's not easy traveling from so far away to where most of the World Cup races are held.

Sue George is an editor at Cyclingnews.  She coordinates all of the site's mountain bike race coverage and assists with the road, 'cross and track coverage.