Crankworx Cairns wrapped in spectacular style today, with two crowd-favorite events bringing the week to a close: Crankworx Cairns Slopestyle and the Specialized Dual Slalom. After a week of sunshine, fast tracks, and high stoke, the tropical vibes carried through to the final day at Smithfield MTB Park, with just a few gusts of wind and a brief shower unable to dampen the energy of fans and riders alike. Crankworx Cairns Slopestyle – Round 2 of the FMBA Slopestyle World Championship This year’s Slopestyle course in Cairns underwent a major revamp, ditching most of its wooden features in favour of…
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Crankworx history was made today as the first-ever Crankworx Full Tilt race brought a brand-new blend of speed, tactics, and technical prowess to the rainforest tracks of Smithfield MTB Park. Athletes navigated a uniquely designed course that blended tactical head-to-head racing with technical downhill features. The track featured multiple line options, tight berms, and a boulder-strewn rock garden that tested even the most seasoned riders. Tire blowouts, overshot landings, and more than one OTBs moment kept racers on edge through practice, qualifiers, and finals. Four gold medals have been awarded today, with Sabina Košárková grabbing two of them, standing next to young…
Friday at Crankworx Cairns launched the weekend in high gear with the RockShox Downhill on the legendary Worlds Downhill trail at Smithfield MTB Park. The course, groomed to perfection and running fast, tested athletes in iconic sections like Mick’s Drop, the RockShox Rock Garden, and the energy-draining motorway sprint to the finish. Sian A’Hern Claim Gold Over Her Idol Tracey Hannah Sian A’Hern, proudly racing with tha Australian flag on her sleeve as the current Downhill Champion, defended her top seeding with authority, clocking a winning time of 3:46.353. In a strong run, she defeated one of her long-time idols,…
The fourth edition of Crankworx Cairns has officially launched, leading into what is already shaping up to be a picture-perfect week in Tropical North Queensland. A contrast to last year’s festival, the Paradise Edition of the Crankworx World Tour returns under clear skies and high spirits. Riders across disciplines are raving about the meticulously built and dialled-in trails of Smithfield MTB Park, with thanks to the craftsmanship of World Trail and Flux Trail. The terrain is primed, the jungle buzzes, and the stage is set for a week of elite-level mountain bike action. RockShox Downhill Cairns – Seeding Day Today…
Meet the Shuttle SL/AM, Pivot Cycles’ most electrifying ride to date. This all-mountain eMTB doesn’t follow trends—it sets them. Merging feather weight agility with full-throttle power, the SL/AM unlocks a whole new way to move through the mountains. If you thought you knew what an e-bike could be, think again. Pivot Shuttle SL/AM 2025 With 160mm of front travel paired to 150mm of dw-link® rear suspension, the Shuttle SL/AM delivers unmatched responsiveness whether you’re threading technical climbs or charging through fast, chunky descents. The ultra-sleek chassis houses a Bosch Performance Line SX drive system, pumping out 600 watts of peak…
Dust, woods and rocks; steep lines, high-speed trails and big drops – there is no limit to the terrains that can be enjoyed with the POACHA freeride bike. And it’s exactly what ‘Poacha’s Journal’, a five-minute film following four riders riding the new GHOST bike, celebrates – freeriding freedom. In ‘Poacha’s Journal’, athletes Tomáš Slavík, Korbinian Engstler, Christian Schriebl and Justus Rudolph take the new creation of Bavaria-based bike manufacturer GHOST to new places – and through its paces. Freeriding is all about getting out and enjoying the kind of freedom only found on two wheels. ‘Poacha’s Journal’ takes you…
With a few extra days to kill in Canada after wrapping up a busy summer of slopestyle comps in 2024, Jake Atkinson and Filmer Ohad Nir hit the streets of Vancouver to see what the city had to offer for street riding. Known for throwing down big tricks and dialed combos at Crankworx and the FMB World Tour, the 22-year-old from the UK shows in this new edit that he doesn’t need massive booters to go big – just his GT jump bike and some urban playgrounds. I used to ride a bit of street back in the day, but…
Continental has launched three all-new MTB tires in April 2025, designed to provide riders with increased performance, durability, and ultimate grip on every trail. These tires—Dubnital, Trinotal, and Magnotal—sit alongside the acclaimed Gravity range, ensuring that every rider, from XC racers to trail enthusiasts, finds the perfect tire for their chosen terrain. Built on years of expertise and extensive real-world testing, Continental’s latest tires inherit the trusted performance of the Gravity range. Featuring cutting-edge tread patterns and advanced casing technology, these models are designed to enhance rider confidence, tackle technical challenges, and provide long-lasting durability. Whether on high-speed courses, aggressive…
WTB is proud to announce the introduction of three innovative saddle designs that will further advance the brand’s mission of creating the most state-of-the-art saddles on the market. All new saddles feature WTB’s Fusion Form technology, allowing engineers to fine-tune the base of each specific model to create a flex profile that balances comfort, support and durability to match the intended use of each individual saddle. Solano: Performance Meets Comfort The Solano is a high-performance saddle designed for riders who demand superior comfort and support on medium to long rides. Engineered with advanced features and premium materials, the Solano Saddle…
Countdown is on! On 12 April 2025, the starting signal will be given for a new, action-packed bike season in Saalfelden Leogang and the heart of the bike region: the Epic Bikepark Leogang. With brand new lines & trails, spectacular events and new formats for the female bike community, 2025 promises plenty of fun on two wheels. From the first flow experience to the ultimate downhill challenge – the new season brings even more variety for all skill levels in Austria’s largest bike region Saalbach Hinterglemm Leogang Fieberbrunn. Ski or bike? Both are possible in Saalfelden Leogang In Saalfelden Leogang, the…
Only few hours have passed since the world premiere of the new Pivot Firebird, and we are in a hurry to provide the first impressions of riding the new model. As you could already read in the official press review, a few things have changed, which in practice means even greater possibilities of adjusting the bike to the user’s requirements. How does it work in practice? Let’s find out! Thanks to Pivot’s Polish distributor, Protocycles, I went to Finale Ligure in Italy to test drive the new Firebird. As a user of the previous generation from 2022, I already had…
Pivot Cycles is redefining enduro performance with the all-new Firebird. Designed to dominate the world’s most demanding descents while maintaining class-leading efficiency on the climb back up, the Firebird is a race-bred machine that thrives at the highest level of competition. Re-engineered with slacker geometry, a steeper seat angle and an even more planted feel, the latest Firebird is built to push limits and chase podiums. With nearly bottomless suspension, it’s so planted it may as well grow roots. Roots that can fly. Look, we don’t get it, either — but you will when you ride it. Pivot Firebird 2025…
The Crankworx Mystery Event has finally been revealed! A new challenge is coming with the brand-new Crankworx Full Tilt event, debuting in Cairns, May 25. As part of the continued evolution of the Crankworx World Tour, this new competitive format is designed to push multi-discipline athletes to their limits, offering a unique elimination-style race that will test speed, strategy, and technical skill. Crankworx Full Tilt follows in the footsteps of the now-retired Speed & Style, taking its place as a key battleground for the King & Queen of Crankworx contenders. Much like knights and knightesses in medieval jousting – charging…
Following strong rider demand, Continental has unveiled an expansion of its popular Gravity range of tires. For the first time, the brand’s Enduro casings will be available in the highly-anticipated SuperSoft compound, delivering maximum grip for aggressive riders tackling technical and challenging terrain. The introduction of the SuperSoft compound in 2022 marked a significant evolution in Continental’s tire technology. Engineered to provide unparalleled traction and control, this ultra-grippy rubber compound enhances grip on technical descents, wet roots, and loose surfaces. By pairing the advanced compound with Continental’s Enduro casing, riders can feel confident when cornering and braking without compromising durability.…