Factor Racing UCI Continental team

Factor is racing. Our commitment to developing the fastest bikes for every situation means that we value the type of rider feedback that can only be generated in race day situations. Supporting a team like Factor Racing, which is a UCI Continental men’s cycling team based in Slovenia, gives us the chance to test our road products and prototypes with the fearless young riders looking to make their mark in the pro ranks. This is Factor’s second year sponsoring this team, though it has been in existence nearly 70 years and has a proven track record of identifying and developing talent. These athletes will be focusing on road racing but will also have access to Factor track bikes in their efforts to take wins across a variety of terrains and disciplines.

Looking to the future

Working with young riders gives Factor Bikes a unique insight into the latest trends as well as pure, unfiltered feedback from athletes who have not yet acquired layers of preconceived notions and expectations around “this is how we’ve always done it.” Their attitudes and willingness to experiment and try new things, to push new boundaries provides the perfect petri dish for our own development experiments.

Our collaboration gives us the opportunity to support a new generation of talent while providing them with the type of top quality equipment that allows them to do their jobs to the best of their ability.

Factor Racing UCI Continental team in 2026

Jaka Marolt (20) A young Slovenian talent with strong junior results and international exposure, Marolt represented Slovenia at the World Championships in 2025 as well as the European Championships, where he took 2nd both in U23 Slovenian ITT and Elite men’s road race. He has been a standout performer in UCI Continental racing, known for his punchy one-day style and aggressive racing. His biggest result last year was a win at the 1.2 GP Vorarlberg p/b Radhaus Rankweil in Austria.

Anze Ravbar (20) A 20-year-old Slovenian sprinter and all-around rider, who joins Factor Racing from the UAE Team Emirates Gen-Z development squad. Ravbar is a former junior European champion and has taken stage wins and solid GC results at UCI U23 level events. He is also a key member of the Slovenian national team.

Nejc Komac (22) A promising ex-alpine skier from Slovenia, Komac has proved himself to be an all-rounder with experience in time trials and strong national championship performances. He is the current U23 Slovenian National Time Trial Champion. His steady development and versatility make him a key support rider and very strong option for the victory from a breakaway.

Marcel Gladek (20) A Slovenian sprinter with a track background that includes several national titles, Gladek has shown exceptional talent in short prologues. He has taken several wins at UCI events, marking him as a rider to watch.

Nash Lim (23) As the current Philippines National Time Trial Champion, Lim has experience on the international circuit, proving himself particularly to be a time trial expert. At 23, he is the oldest rider on the team, bringing a maturity and a willingness to share his experience with the younger members of the squad.

Factor Racing’s 2026 roster also includes a group of promising young riders to provide depth and support across the season:

• Enej Košir (18) – A rising Slovenian junior prospect who won the Vzpon Na Pokljuko one day junior race in 2025.

• Gal Oblak (19) – A talented athlete who is quickly developing into a strong climber.

• Adam Bradáč (19) – A Czech sprint and lead out specialist who won the Trofeo Cinelli - VC Hlohovce in 2025.

• Šimon Matějek (18) – A young Czech talent who took two wins, multiple podiums and several top-10s in 2025.

• Taj Žagar (19) – A strong Slovenian climber who won the Vzpon Na Pokljuko hill climb in 2025.

This season’s Factor Racing team will have access to the full range of our road bikes including the Factor ONE, in a wide selection of UCI U23 and elite level events. This is a squad made up of talented young riders who not only represent the future of the sport, but who will be looking to make their mark in 2026. And we are proud to be a part of their journey.

OSTRO VAM

As Factor’s total race performance bike, the OSTRO VAM balances advanced aerodynamics with low weight and sharp handling to inspire confidence across all terrains, in every competitive situation.

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