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…
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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.…
Crankworx Rotorua 2025 wrapped up with high-speed head-to-head action at the Specialized Dual Slalom, as athletes tackled a brand-new, repurposed Speed & Style course at Skyline Rotorua. The challenging terrain and uncertain bike choice made for an intense day of racing, pushing riders to their limits. Caroline Buchanan Takes Gold Over Jordy Scott In the women’s final, former Queen of Crankworx Caroline Buchanan faced Jordy Scott in a dramatic battle. Scott held a 0.237-second advantage going into the second run, but Buchanan’s acceleration in the final flat section proved too strong, allowing her to clinch victory. Adding to her remarkable win, Buchanan was forced to race on an unfamiliar bike after her Dual Slalom bike was stolen just a…
On an action-packed day, the second round of the Crankworx Downhill Series took place this afternoon at Skyline Rotorua, marking the return of Elite Downhill racing to this renowned venue. After two years at Whakarewarewa Forest, the RockShox Kārearea Downhill challenged riders with a brand-new course, delivering steep descents, tight corners, and loose, unpredictable conditions. Kiwi talents Jenna Hastings and Lachie Stevens-McNab proved their dominance once again, repeating their gold medal performances from the Redemption Downhill in Christchurch earlier this season. RockShox Kārearea Downhill 2025 Jenna Hastings, coming in as the top-seeded rider, laid down a flawless and aggressive run,…
The Maxxis Slopestyle in Memory of McGazza, the opening event of the Crankworx FMBA Slopestyle World Championship (SWC), delivered an electrifying showcase of progression and high-stakes competition under clear and calm skies. Originally scheduled for Sunday, the event was moved to this morning due to strong winds in the forecast. After extensive consultations and careful consideration of multiple scenarios, athletes unanimously opted for an electrifying new competition format: a high-stakes two-run elimination battle. This strategic shift not only raised the intensity but also gave all riders the opportunity to perform on the big stage of the SWC. For the men,…
The Crankworx Rotorua Pump Track Challenge lit up Skyline Rotorua as fans packed into the arena under the night sky. The energy in the crowd was electric, especially as Kiwi athletes took to the track in this chainless head-to-head showdown. No stranger to the Crankworx World Tour Jackson Frew won his first ever Pump Track gold medal, while his female counterpart Laura Smulders is a brand-new face to the Crankworx family. Crankworx Rotorua Pump Track Challenge As Round 2 of the 2025 Crankworx Pump Track Series, the stakes were high, with riders pushing their limits on the technical and fast…
The second day of Crankworx Rotorua 2025 is in the books, bringing a mix of intense competition, high-flying whips, and last-minute schedule shifts as the festival adapts to changing conditions. Electric Energy at the Official New Zealand Whip-Off Championships As the sun set over Skyline Rotorua yesterday, the Official New Zealand Whip-Off Championships brought the crowd to its feet. Riders sent their biggest and best whips under the lights, vying for the top spot with style, amplitude, and consistency. At the end of the night, it was Kirsten Van Horne (CAN) and Eddie Reynolds (USA) who walked away with the win, impressing the judges with their…
The 2025 Crankworx World Tour is officially underway, as Crankworx Rotorua kicked off five days of adrenaline-fuelled action at Skyline Rotorua with the AirDH, returning the festival to a single epic venue for the first time in years. With world-class athletes, passionate fans, and a stacked schedule including the RockShox Kārearea Downhill, Maxxis Slopestyle in Memory of McGazza, Pump Track Challenge, and Specialized Dual Slalom events ahead, the stage is set for another historic year of competition. Spectators can witness the action live on-site, while fans around the world tuned in via Red Bull TV to catch the biggest events. …