World MTB Marathon Champion (2003, 2005) World MTB Cross Country Champion (1996)
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January 17, 2007
Thomas Frischknecht (born February 17, 1970 in Feldbach, Switzerland) is a Swiss mountain bike racer, often called Europe's Elder Statesman of mountain biking, because of his extraordinarily long career at the top level of the sport. A professional since 1990, he was on top of the Mountain Bike World Championship podium for the first time in 1996 and most recently in 2004.
Thomas Frischknecht. Induction Year: 1999. Today, Thomas Frischknecht is Europe’s Elder Statesmen of mountain biking. He started his cycling career with cyclo-cross in 1985, at the age of 15.
Official Oakley Website. Buy shoes, clothing, watches and sunglasses, or find an Oakley Premium ... Up Close & Personal: 1) Number of years participating in your sport: 17 years as a pro.
Swisspower Finale: With the Swisspower Cup final in Volketswil, the Swiss Mountain Bike season came to an end. A happy end for the Swisspower Team and myself!