Dimension Data have confirmed their first three signings for the 2017 season, with Ben King, Scott Thwaites and Lachlan Morton all due to ride for the them next season. In contrast to recent seasons, the team have been decidedly quiet on the transfer market since it opened in August, but the South African-based squad hopes that the three new additions will add more depth to their line-up.
King and Morton will look to bolster the climbing side of the team, with the former also working as a mentor for the younger riders, while Thwaites will form part of the Classics squad.
"Ben King had an incredible La Vuelta, showing great depth and consistency, and we see Ben taking a leadership role in mentoring and leading our climber group of riders,” said team manager Doug Ryder. “Key to that group is Lachlan Morton, who we believe can shine in the high mountains in stage races.
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"In the Classics this season we were always looking for an additional strong rider to give us that extra kick, and we are really pleased Scott Thwaites will join our African team."
King, who turned professional with RadioShack in 2011, joins the team after three seasons with Cannondale-Drapac. The 27-year-old is a former US national champion but has spent much of his time as a worker for team leaders, while occasionally taking his opportunities in breakaways.
King broke his fibula during a training crash in January and had to delay the start to his season until the end of March. Two months after his comeback, he went on to take his second professional victory with a stage win at the Tour of California. The move to Dimension Data links him up with former teammates Tyler Farrar and Nathan Haas.
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