We were gonna wait a little before we told you all the great news, but Freerider beat us to the punch and released the news earlier this week. So without further a do, we are very proud to announce that soon the talented Simon Makker will be joining the Unit team as our new Communication / Athlete Manager. Smakker has been at the helm of the world's most popular FMX magazine 'Freerider MX' for the last 18 issues, in which time he has helped to riase the magazine to new heights, and we can't wait to see what enthusiasm and new ideas Simon can bring to the table here at Unit.

While on the topic, we should probably apologise to all those FRMX magazine addicts out there, who will be most upset at Makker being stolen from their beloved mag. Sorry guys haha. Check out the full story from FRMX online contributor Goba over at freeridermx.com.au. You will also be able to check out some of the amazing photos that Smakker has taken over his years at FRMX.

• By Allan H