The inaugural Crankworx Summer Series Christchurch came to a breathtaking close today with Gold Cup Slopestyle. Being the first-ever Gold Level event sanctioned by the FMBA (Freeride Mountain Bike Association) in New Zealand, it marked a milestone moment for freeride mountain biking in Aotearoa. After a week of battling strong winds that disrupted practice sessions, today’s conditions were perfect – sunshine and no wind, allowing riders to showcase their full potential on a brand-new Slopestyle course at Christchurch Adventure Park. Originally, a qualification round was scheduled for Saturday, intended to narrow the men’s field to 15 riders. However, to give athletes more time on the course to dial in…
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In classic Crankworx fashion, Crankworx Summer Series Christchurch kicked off the 2025 season with a Super Saturday. The highly anticipated Redemption Downhill and Christchurch Pump Track Challenge roared into action, hosting nail-biting finals at Christchurch Adventure Park (CAP). As the opening round of the Crankworx Downhill and Pump Track Series, both events established the tone for what promises to be an electrifying year of racing. Redemption Downhill Challenges Athletes at Round 1 of Series Set against the backdrop of the Christchurch Port Hills, the Redemption Downhill course challenged riders with a technical upper section demanding precision and skill, followed by flowing lower portions where momentum and pedal power came into…
Following a successful expansion into surf last year, Swatch Nines returns in 2025 with three signature events spanning the worlds of SNOW, SURF and BIKE. With a 17-year heritage in action sports, Swatch Nines is an unconventional event series that specializes in creating safe yet jaw-dropping playgrounds to explore and celebrate the boundaries of human talent and imagination. Here’s what to know at a glance: Swatch Nines Snow | 7–12 April 2025 | Schilthorn, Switzerland Back for a third edition in this spectacular setting in the heart of the Swiss Alps, the Snow event once again invites top ski and…
The legendary event and cycling season opener is relocating part of its venue within the Italian town of Riva del Garda. This new location will bring the festival closer to the lakefront for a greener setting and more local flair. When the previous venue recently became unavailable, the organizers of the Bike Festival Riva del Garda 2025 took action and, in collaboration with the Municipality of Riva del Garda, secured a new, attractive location near the lake. Exhibitors, visitors and race participants will once again be able to enjoy the unique atmosphere of the event right on Lake Garda—this time…
SHIMANO announces its 2025 eyewear collection, the new lineup reinforces Shimano’s commitment to providing cyclists with premium eyewear that combines performance, comfort and environmental responsibility. Shimano expands its lineup of premium eyewear with three new models that combine advanced optics with precision engineering to help riders perform at their best. Featuring sleek, modern designs with lightweight and durable construction, the new S-PHYRE SL, EQUINOX, and PULSAR eyewear deliver the ultimate in speed, style, and functionality for optimal performance in any riding condition. RIDESCAPE Lens Technology Shimano’s proprietary RIDESCAPE lens technology includes three lens options that are tuned for different riding…
Pivot Cycles unleashes a dynamic duo of trail bikes that set a new standard for versatility and performance. The all-new Trailcat SL and Trailcat LT are built to elevate every ride, whether you’re chasing flowy singletrack or tackling steep, technical descents. With refined geometry and expertly tuned suspension, the Trailcat lineup empowers riders to take on any trail with confidence. Trailcat SL: Refined & Ready The Trailcat SL was built to excel on every inch of the trail, this bike combines XC-inspired efficiency with confidence inspiring trail capability. Its 120mm of finely tuned dw-link suspension effortlessly converts pedaling power into…
For Tayte Proulx-Royds, the off-season is all about staying sharp and having fun—and the Process 134 is her ultimate tool for both. This video takes you into Tayte’s world, where XC precision meets enduro toughness. From tight, flowy climbing trails to technical, rough descents, the Process 134 proves it’s as versatile as the athletes who ride it. Whether you’re chasing national XC or enduro championship titles (like Tayte), training for your first UCI DH World Cup (also like Tayte?!), or simply leveling up your everyday ride, the Process 134 is ready to deliver.
SHIMANO and the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) are proud to announce the continuation of their long-standing partnership. The renewal is made as the organisations celebrate working together for more than 25 years and both the UCI and Shimano look forward to working closely together for another four-year period (from 2025 to 2028). As in the past four years, Shimano will continue to hold the status of UCI World Cycling Partner, in addition to being the UCI’s official Neutral Service Partner at the UCI World Championships for various disciplines. The Shimano Neutral Service mechanics and drivers – easily recognizable thanks to…
In recent months, mountain bike fans may have noticed a mysterious Cast logo on the components of numerous well-known riders across a variety of gravity disciplines. Cast, an independent brand founded by an international team of passionate riders, engineers and designers is excited to launch its debut product line to the public in January 2025, with more to come in the following months. Products will be available in North America and Europe on castmtb.eu and castmtb.com and at selected dealers. Formed by a dedicated team of some of the world’s best gravity athletes, engineers, and designers, Cast is committed to fairness in the biking industry and creating…
It had been a long time coming. Loris is cool, looks great on a bike, fast, consistent! Plus, like us, he lives in Andorra. ‘So, Loris? Are you in?’ I asked. And he said, ‘Ouiii!’ Alongside Amaury, Pompon, and the whole team, I’m convinced we’re going to do some amazing work. It’s awesome.Max Commencal The best team that I could go to was COMMENCAL. There’s no better one that could suit me. The bike is unreal, the team is unreal. After years in the making, it just came about to be this year. I’m so stoked!Loris Vergier
It’s official. The rumors are true. Off the back of a dominant season, the YT MOB welcomes one of the fastest names in Downhill to its ranks – Andreas Kolb. With two European Downhill Championships and a World Cup to his name, Andi joins the MOB alongside Vali Höll, Oisin O’Callaghan, and Kasper Woolley. With Kolb, the MOB takes a step closer to its vision of becoming one of the top teams on the circuit. While the squad has shared individual success, these changes place them in a position to climb higher and top the team rankings, something the MOB…
What’s going on in a Red Bull Rampage rider’s head as they wait at the start, praying for the wind to die down? What do they think about while eating breakfast on finals day in the Utah desert? And how do you mentally reset when your bike takes a solo trip down a massive cliff during the first run? Thomas Genon, aka Tommy G, experienced an emotional rollercoaster at Red Bull Rampage 2024. In an exclusive chat with his roommate and videographer, Jules Langeard, Tommy opens up about what was running through his mind on the most important day of…
As one of the original founders of mountain bike freeride, Brett Tippie is a name synonymous with pushing the limits of what’s possible on a bike, along with his infectious positive attitude and countless jokes. Taking a deep dive into his homelife and background, The Brett Tippie Story is a feature length documentary following YT Industries founder & CEO Markus Flossmann’s trip to Kamloops BC, teaming up with Brett to ride the iconic lines of where freeride was born. Tippie also brings new light showing his battles with addiction, whilst turning his fortunes around by meeting his wife and becoming…
Stretching from the icy Arctic in the north to the temperate fjords in the south, Norway’s breathtaking landscape is defined by towering mountains, cascading waterfalls, lush forests, and the iconic fjords that carve deep into the coastline. At least that’s what the adverts say, but is it true? And what about the trails? For former EWS-pro Scotty Laughland and Slopestyle legend Martin Söderström, seeking the answer to these two questions resulted in the mountain bike road trip of a lifetime. From adventuring out into the remote wilderness of the Norwegian mountains to exploring the trails right outside of Oslo. From…