HIGHLIGHT REEL: MONS VS. MAXXIS

CRANKWORX ROTORUA 2019

HIGHLIGHT REEL: MONS VS. MAXXIS

CRANKWORX ROTORUA 2019

The much talked-about Mons vs. Maxxis party finally took place last night and it was truly a brand battle for the ages. Four riders from each team took to their mini-bike steeds to joust for the fame and glory of the coveted Mons vs. Maxxis medals.

In Round 1, Mons' Caitlin "Mitchy" Mitchell fought hard, but Maxxis emerged victorious. However, Tom Hey evened the score for the Mons team in Round 2. After a controversial referee call, Maxxis defeated Mons athlete Shania Rawson in Round 3. And after another victory in Round 4 over Tyler Brooker, Maxxis was pulling ahead.

Continuing in a round robin style, the competition went on until it all came down to the final between Tom Hey and John Kirkcaldie. Tom had found a sweet spot in aiming his joust for his opponents' handlebars, but John's stature was the element that would lead him to victory and he took down Tom, taking down Mons' hopes of winning in process.

We'll give credit where credit is due. Maxxis won this battle fair and square. But this is far from over and there is sure to be a grudge match in the future. But for now, check out our favorite shots from the evening.

Brett Tippie was in fine form as the event MC
The Maxxis team was decked out in their signature orange and black colours
Mons CEO Hamish Acland gives a mean pep talk
Let the jousting begin!
Round 1 goes to Maxxis as Mitchy takes a tumble

Meanwhile, the photo booth was a hit amongst party-goers

Tippie and our official jousting judge
Rhys Ellis gives Justin Roy a lift
Mons crew members Sam Van D and Matty J about to drop their latest album
Billy Meaclem takes a break from dominating Crankworx to come check out the party
Joe Simpson and the boys of EVO
Jenha and Mitchy get silly
The competition heats up as Tyler Brooker talks smack
Things get intense as Tom Hey charges into the final round
Maxxis takes their final strike
The winners collect their prize
Congratulations Maxxis!

Thanks to everyone who came out!

 

Photos: Jay French

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