ABOUT US
OUR MISSION
At Mangled Momentum, we’re driven to build lasting partnerships with race directors, athletes, and local communities by delivering accurate results, seamless event management, and a world-class finish line experience. Powered by cutting-edge timing technology, professional presentation, and a friendly, can-do attitude, we go beyond expectations to make every event smooth, memorable, and successful. Our commitment to reliability, innovation, and exceptional support is what sets us apart—and keeps our partners coming back year after year.
OUR HISTORY
Mangled Momentum was born from the shared vision of husband-and-wife team Whit and Breanna Bissell.
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Our story began in 2005, when we stepped into Arizona’s vibrant local event scene. That first experience sparked a passion that would shape the path ahead. Whit soon took on a traveling role with a nationwide event series, while Breanna became Event & Brand Manager at US Speedskating—both refining their craft and learning what it takes to create unforgettable experiences.
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The road kept calling. After leaving Utah, Whit’s expertise fueled the success of national events like The Color Run, Dirty Girl Mud Run, and, more recently, large-scale productions with Tough Mudder and Spartan. Each project sharpened his logistical and operational skills, preparing him to deliver at the highest level.
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Meanwhile, Breanna continued to grow her impact in the sports-event world. After serving as National Events Manager at USA Triathlon, she most recently helped produce the GoPro Mountain Games and delivered flawless operations for the Tour de Pink Breast Cancer Ride. Known for her expertise in operations, logistics, and meticulous attention to detail, Breanna has also built a reputation as an outstanding race timer, trusted to keep complex events running smoothly and on schedule.
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United by a love of sport, adventure, and purposeful event design, we decided to combine our strengths and build something of our own. Mangled Momentum was born—a company dedicated to delivering innovative, seamless, and memorable events. A decade later, we’ve grown from humble local beginnings into a trusted name in event management, known for precision, creativity, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
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From grassroots races to nationally recognized series, our journey has been fueled by passion and the belief that every event should leave a lasting impact. We’re proud to continue building extraordinary experiences—for our clients, our communities, and the participants who make each event unforgettable.
Thank you for being part of our story.
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Whit & Breanna Bissell
Owners & Operators, Mangled Momentum
YOUR SUCCESS IS OUR SUCCESS, WE ARE HERE TO HELP
MOUNTAIN BIKE TIMING & EVENTS
Why does Mangled Momentum specialize in mountain bike timing and events?
Because we’re truly passionate about them. Every style of mountain bike race brings its own unique set of challenges—and we thrive on understanding and conquering each one.
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Mountain bike events are famously complex, especially when it comes to timing. That’s exactly why our calendar is filled with them: we love the intricacies. Take a typical cross-country race, for example—with multiple divisions, laps, and staggered start times. It’s a logistical puzzle, but we know how to piece it together and deliver fast, accurate results. Step it up to an enduro event with multiple stages and varying terrain? We’re all in.
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Our current schedule features a mix of XC, Enduro, and Ultra Endurance mountain bike races, reflecting our commitment to mastering the details of every format we support. At Mangled Momentum, our passion drives our precision—ensuring seamless timing and unforgettable experiences for both participants and organizers.
EVENT MANAGEMENT
At Mangled Momentum (MM), we’ve seen—and solved—just about every challenge that can arise on event day.
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With a rich and varied portfolio, we’ve assisted, managed, and produced events across the spectrum: mountain bike races, cycling and running events, triathlons, inline skating competitions, concerts, one very famous football game held every February, and even rare snow-filled events (no small feat for an Arizona-based team!). Our versatility knows no borders—we travel wherever events take us.
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Our approach is hands-on and holistic. We look at every event from multiple angles to set it up for success: safety planning, parking logistics, participant flow, venue layout, course design, and more. Over the years, MM has become a trusted partner for organizers—whether they need extra support in key areas or a team to handle full event management from start to finish.
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We listen closely, deliver on our promises, and pride ourselves on meeting deadlines with precision. Whether you need help with one element of your event or want a partner to manage the entire production, Mangled Momentum can bring the expertise and experience to make it exceptional—exceeding expectations every time.
TIMING - PRE-RACE
Mangled Momentum (MM) is here to help you manage your entire event seamlessly through ITSYourRace.com.
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This all-in-one platform combines registration, results, photos, and event details with smooth integration into the Jaguar timing system. It’s free for race directors, easy for participants, and keeps everything in one place—event info, sponsors, results, fundraising pages, course maps, and more.
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At MM, we’ll guide you every step of the way to ensure a smooth, stress-free setup. Our team knows the platform inside and out, helping you maximize its features while making the experience seamless for both organizers and participants. Together, we’ll create an event that runs flawlessly and exceeds expectations.
TIMING - RACE-DAY
On race day, Mangled Momentum (MM) is there before the sun comes up—so you don’t have to worry about a thing.
We arrive early to build out the finish line, position our race trailer, and carefully set up and test all timing equipment well before the first athlete hits the course. Why so early? Because our job is to make your event run seamlessly. We know race day can be hectic, and our goal is to be the reliable, behind-the-scenes partner who keeps one of the most critical elements—timing and finish-line operations—running flawlessly.
Our favorite compliment is hearing, “I didn’t have to think about timing once today—I knew you had it handled.” That’s the level of efficiency and trust MM brings to every event we support.
TIMING - FINISH LINE
From day one, our mission at Mangled Momentum (MM) has been simple: deliver an exceptional finish line experience—no matter the size of the event.
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While some timing companies may show up with a few cones and a single timing mat, MM goes far beyond the basics. We’re committed to creating a world-class finish line for every race we time. Our custom-built trailer doubles as a fully functional mobile office, allowing us to work efficiently in any environment. We also invest heavily in backup systems and redundancy, often surpassing the total equipment investment of other timing providers to ensure reliability no matter what race day brings.
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At the heart of our setup is the Jaguar Timing System, capable of managing up to 10,000 athletes. We pair it with a custom Global Truss finish arch with overhead antennas, safety cones, Snapshot finish line photos, a Honda generator, mile markers, start flags, and other key race essentials. This advanced technology allows us to deliver fast, accurate results and elevate the overall event experience.
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One of our most crowd-pleasing features is the Jaguar Announcer software. With our overhead antennas detecting athletes’ timing chips as they approach, we can display their information on monitors and call them out by name as they cross the finish line—adding a personal, exciting touch that participants love.
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At MM, we’re passionate about helping every event shine. Our goal isn’t just to time your race—it’s to create a seamless, professional, and unforgettable finish line experience for athletes, spectators, and organizers alike.
TIMING - AFTER THE RACE
Mangled Momentum (MM) offers flexible, customized results solutions to fit the needs of every event we time.
We can provide:
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Race Results Kiosks that print receipts with each athlete’s finish time.
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Scrolling results monitors for live on-site viewing.
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Printed results boards for easy reference.
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Live online results for instant access anywhere.
Once the final participant crosses the finish line, we deliver a customized awards report to the race director, highlighting age-group winners and overall results—ready for immediate use during the awards ceremony. These reports can be tailored to match the specific requirements of your event.
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All results are also uploaded directly to the ITS Your Race platform and mobile app, giving athletes, friends, and family instant access to live results, photos, and personalized finisher certificates. This seamless integration keeps the excitement going long after the finish line and makes the post-race experience just as engaging as the event itself.
