Want to contribute to the success of Saint Piran?

Introducing our new and exclusive Adopt a Rider scheme! 

Rider adoptions will give a huge boost to Saint Piran. Not only will they help fund the racing programme, but also the support mechanisms to ensure their continued safety and wellbeing, both physical and mental. We are the first UK continental team to offer in-house coaching and mental wellbeing support through EDelia. Your generous sponsorship will also contribute to our Road to Net-Zero movement, helping us move towards a more sustainable future.

Rider: Tim Bardgett

Age: 42

Category: Vet

Lives: Redruth-Cornwall

Job: Technical Services Manager

Type of racing/riding: XC /XCO

Favorite ride: Poldice

Favorite Food: Pizza with Wine!

Training music: Any house/dance music

Cycling hero: The legend that is John Tomac ( Jonny T)

Current Ride: Trek Procaliber

Favorite cycling kit: Oakleys

First Race: Lands End Classic 1993 – 3rd Place

Bio: I started mountain bike racing at the age of 13, Bike Chain supported me back in 1994/95 ( age 14-15) to get to the top of the regional mountain bike series. The shop supported me in conjunction with DBR (Diamond Back Racing) who had a grassroots sponsorship program. Since then I've raced at various levels both regionally and nationally.  I'm very proud to be riding for 05-03 in 2023. My aim for the coming season is to return to the South West XC Series and a couple of selected rounds of the National XC Series.