Matt said: “I’m stoked to be riding for Marin, as a brand that has been at the forefront of mountain biking since I first discovered the sport. I have long looked up to Marin and have enjoyed watching their renaissance over the past few years. The crew at Marin has some exciting things coming that I can’t wait to be a part of.”

Chris Holmes, brand director at Marin, said: “We’re incredibly fortunate to have signed a rider of Matt’s level. Not only is Matt a super-talented athlete with a lot of momentum, but he also fits in greatly with the Marin story. He is an all-around genuine guy and a great person to work with. We can’t wait to see what we are able to accomplish with him this year.”

There’s one obvious problem with the move – Marin doesn’t have a dirt jump frame. However, it sounds like Matt will be helping them develop an alloy one as part of the deal. We can’t wait to see what 2017 brings for Britain’s hottest young dirt jumper.