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News 29.01.2026

Heizomat CUBE signs Joris Nieuwenhuis on multi-year deal from 2026/2027 season

The Heizomat CUBE Cyclocross Team strengthens its roster with elite cyclocross rider Joris Nieuwenhuis going into the 2026/2027 season. The 29-year-old Dutchman signs a multi-year deal and will play a central role in stepping up the team’s sporting ambitions over the coming years. His signing further expands the team’s involvement in cyclocross.

Nieuwenhuis is already an established top-tier rider on the international cyclocross scene, with career highlights including a national title, a World Cup victory and silver at the 2024 Cyclocross Worlds..

Stefan Herrmann, team manager of Heizomat CUBE Cyclocross Team: “Joris aligns really well with us as a team, both in terms of his athletic goals and also as a person. He has consistently proven his abilities in international racing, and now we are joining forces to take our team to the next level.”

The Heizomat CUBE Cyclocross Team has been steadily carving out a reputation over the past few years. With the addition of Nieuwenhuis, the team underscores its ambition to keep improving on the international stage and close the gap to the big-name teams.

Marcus Pürner, owner of CUBE Bikes: “We see our involvement in the sport of cyclocross as a long-term commitment. Riders like Joris provide invaluable input as athletes as well as direct feedback from racing the courses. This information goes into refining our products even further.”

Joris Nieuwenhuis himself is motivated to take on the new challenge: "Heizomat-CUBE is the new chapter I was looking for. The team is growing every year and it feels like the right environment for me. After a few talks, I quickly noticed that we were on the same page with our long-term ambitions. I am very much looking forward to working closely with the team and CUBE."

The team deliberately sought out a multi-year collaboration. It stands for continuity, clear progression in the sport and a common vision. Nieuwenhuis’ signing further signals CUBE and Heizomat’s long-term commitment to the international sport of cyclocross.