Coming to a bus stop near you! Niki stars as a bicycle riding fairy in an advertising campaign that has been entered for an award at the prestigious Cannes Advertising Festival in France. Covered from head to toe in body paint, Niki had to stand stone still for six hours while artist Martin Bray carefully brushed on the entire flower outfit. The campaign shot by award winning photographers Montalbetti+Campbell for the CBD bike shop Sydney, Australia.
"A Model Mountainbiker"- NEW
Crusty Demons magazine, May/June 2009 issue
"Niki Gudex is one of Australia's most talented female athletes. As a professional downhill and cross country mountainbiker, Niki has represented Australia in the World Championships on several occasions; she's even found the time to become a bit of a role model for those just getting into the sport. Yep, Niki is one model mountainbiker..."
Thank you to all of Niki's fans, old and new, that have checked in with all the latest news and photos of Niki on www.nikigudex.com with the site recently passing the 2 million mark. Wow!
Velo.hu Velo (Hungary), April 2009
From the Hungarian cycling magazine Velo comes this colourful profile piece on Niki.
Cowboy Country MountainBIKE magazine (Germany), March 2009 issue
Described in the article as 'the most attractive racing driver in the world', Germany's Mountain BIKE magazine is led on a journey by Niki through one of America's secret singletrail paradises in Sun Valley, Idaho.
Niki Launches Third Year of Signature Collection Spring/Summer 2009 Collection
After two highly successful years, Niki is proud to present her third signature Niki Gudex line with Castelli. Niki's multifaceted career as a professional mountain bike racer, model and graphic designer shows that everything is possible. With stylish women's performance, Niki takes the fashionable, colorful and feminine 2009 Niki Gudex collection to an even higher level.
To purchase any pieces ask your local Castelli
dealer or visit the Castelli website >>>
Photo Galleries Updated March
2009
Catch some of Niki's new adventures by checking in with the mountain bike, model and snapshot galleries. Almost two hundred new images have just been added.
Encouraging Words BIKE magazine (Spain), March 2009 issue
Spanish mountain bike magazine BIKE profiles Niki in their newest section focused on encouraging women into the sport of mountain biking. In the new columns debut article, Niki tells the sun soaked women of Spain what fuels her enthusiasm for riding some of the toughest trails around the world.
The GudeX Files [R]evolution magazine, Issue 15, January
2009
One great asset to any mountain biker is self belief and basic common sense. Check out Niki's article
in the latest edition of [R]evolution magazine.
Niki Ambassador for 2008 Cape to Cape October 2008
The first inaugural Cape to Cape MTB takes place in Western Australia’s Margaret River region from 22nd to 25th October, 2008. Set to an iconic backdrop of world-famous surf beaches, private farmlands, rocky outcrops and national forests, the Cape to Cape MTB is a four-day mountain bike journey covering roughly 175km of bush and beach tracks along the coastal ridge from Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse in Augusta to Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse in Yallingup.
Top 10 Hottest Athletes FHM USA, August
2008
Skidding in just one position behind Ana Ivanovic, Niki placed third overall in a recent FHM poll.
"Her name may make her sound like some kind of robotic seductress, but in reality she’s a world-class mountain biker. Her legs look long and sleek, but underneath lie pistons of steel. Our guess is she could probably beat the crap out of you too. Yes, we can tell."
For a chance to meet Niki be sure to check
out the Castelli booth at Interbike on Thursday 25th September.
Niki will be promoting her signature Niki Gudex clothing line,
chatting with fans and signing autographs from 1pm.
The GudeX Files - Two Lives, One Suitcase [R]evolution magazine, Issue 13, August
2008
Want to know what it's like to travel the
world as a professional mountain biker? Check out Niki's article
in the August edition of [R]evolution magazine.
The beautiful alpine terrain of Livigno,
Italy played host to Oakley's successful women's only four
day MTB camp, where Niki was joined by fellow coaches Sari
Jörgensen and Karen Eller. Niki's tips and advice to
the group of aspiring mountain bikers helped the girls improve
their riding skills, while everyone including the coaches
had a great time.
Oakley Week at the Camp of Champions Whistler, Canada, July 2008
What better way to improve your skills than
an intense week of riding at Canada's legendary Whistler Bike
Park. Oakley week at the Camp of Champions attracted a town
packed full of aspiring young thrill seekers all keen to learn
new skills on their mountain bikes, skis and snowboards. As
a guest coach, Niki provided specialist one on one mountain
bike training and led group rides, with all kids benefiting
greatly from the unique eight day experience.
Niki has again added a personal touch to
her latest Scott bikes by designing all the spectacular looking
graphics.
2008 All Mountain
World Championships Downieville Classic, California, 11-13th
July 2008
Niki is thrilled to have placed in the top
ten at the grueling All-Mountain World Championships in Downieville,
California. Despite injury forcing a limited preparation,
Niki finished 9th in the testing two day discipline that combines
XC and DH times into the one event.
Niki capped off her successful weekend by
claiming the 2008 Pixie-Cross World Title! Pixie-cross racing
sees adults competing against each other on child-sized 16
inch bikes, much to the amusement of an enthusiastic crowd.
It's a fun race that adds even greater depth to this classic
bike festival.
Fresh Pics June 2008
Brand new images of Niki have just been
added. Check them out in the various photo galleries.
La Femme Niki Outside Go magazine (US), June/July
2008 issue
"Whether on singletrack or the runway,
Australia’s Niki Gudex is graceful with every turn."
Niki Launches Second
Year of Signature Collection Spring/Summer 2008 Collection
After a highly successful first year, Niki
is proud to announce the second year of her signature Niki
Gudex line with Castelli, the half century-old cycling apparel
maker from the Dolomites in Northern Italy. Thank you to the
fans who sent in beautiful pictures wearing her designs and
show their support.
To purchase any pieces ask your local Castelli
dealer or visit the Castelli
website >>>
Back On Her Bike 5th May 2008
After a frustrating five months on the sidelines
Niki is thrilled to be back in the saddle again. Niki fractured
the fifth metatarsal bone in her left foot during a cross
training exercise last November. While the injury disrupted
her training schedule, she is now back on her bike and looking
forward to a rewarding 2008 season.
Niki Sparkles
at the ASTRA Awards Australia, 21st April 2008
Representing Fuel TV, Niki guest presented
the "Most Outstanding Sports Coverage" award at
the 2008, 6th Annual ASTRA Awards. Australia's pay TV awards
attracted a star studded 1000 strong crowd to the exclusive
event where the media industry celebrate their highest achievers.
Constant Changes [R]evolution magazine, Issue 12, March
2008
Exploring the MTB world through female eyes.
Niki writes it up for The GudeX Files.
Travel Tips and Tales Mountain Bike Action magazine (US),
February 2008
"Many of the sport's top riders travel
the world showcasing their skills. We chatted with a few of
them to hear some of their traveling tales, as well as pick
their brains for some useful tips on globetrotting with your
mountain bike."
20 Hottest New Sports Babes Zoo magazine, 21st Jan 2008
Niki Gudex Mountain Biking. "We may regret skin tight fabric as the bike riders fashion of choice when watching mens events, but we thank the sweet Lord whenever we get a glimpse of lycra clad Niki."
