In 2010 we will use the latest http streaming technology in a NEW PLAYER that automatically adapts the quality of the stream to your connection speed, and should also alleviate issues caused by Firewalls.

Our ambition from the beginning has been to secure sufficient advertising revenues to offer a free service.  A handful of companies have supported this initiative, and we are grateful for their shared vision.  However unilateral support from the cycling industry has not been forthcoming enough for this concept to work, and allow us to cover the production and bandwidth costs involved.

We have therefore had no choice but to make the LIVE streams and the Replays available as "Premium Content" in 2010. 

You will have several options to access Premium Content. 

1. Free code from one of our partners.

For the first UCI MTB World Cup in Dalby Forest, Scott mountain bikes is offering everyone a free code. Become a Scott fan on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/scott.sports and generate your code. Once you have your free voucher, enter the code on the unlock page as normal.

2. PayPal

We're looking at this integration. We're also looking into offering season passes as well as a bundle with the end of season DVD

3. SMS codes

For a price of about 2 EUR (amount dependent on your local phone operator) you will be able to access either the LIVE webcast or the replay of your requested UCI MTB event. 

Here is how it works:

• Select the LIVE feed or replay of your choice

• If it is a premium clip you'll be prompted to unlock it

• Click on the unlock link

• On the unlock page, select your country of residence* and enter your mobile phone number. Click submit.

• You will receive a code per SMS

• Enter the code in the web page to unlock the stream 

*Our SMS transaction system is not yet available in all countries. 

This screen will appear to unlock premium content. 

We understand that making the service only available via this small charge is a new direction and we would have loved to have continued bringing you coverage for free.  Unfortunately, the costs we incur simply exceed the advertising revenue we receive.  We hope, as MTB racing fans, you will appreciate the situation and continue to tune in to enjoy what promises to be yet another very exciting World Cup season.