New course, higher stakes, and a Boneyard packed for the last big show of the festival: David Godziek and Johanna Nussbaumer topped the podium at Rhapsody, closing out the Slopestyle Super League (SSL) Regular Season on the final day of Crankworx Whistler 2026. Crankworx Whistler 2026 – Rhapsody Slopestyle Rhapsody carried extra weight Slopestyle as this was the last chance for riders to bank points before the SSL Playoff picture locked in. The women’s field arrived three riders deep after challenging practice week conditions forced a reduced start list – a tougher, leaner field that still delivered a stacked podium. …
Author: Tomasz Profic
Riders battled tight berms, sequence jumps, and mud all day, but it couldn’t stop Tegan Cruz and Kailey Skelton, who both topped the podium at the Crankworx Whistler Dual Slalom. Crankworx Whistler 2026 – Dual Slalom The course itself was the story before racing even started: built by former King of Crankworx Bas van Steenbergen and his RNDM Trail Co., it was referred to as one of the best Dual Slalom tracks by the riders. They took one run down each side of the course, with the fastest combined time across both runs taking the win – and on a…
Friday’s racing at Crankworx Whistler 2026 delivered the week’s headline Downhill finals, as the Specialized Canadian Open DH Elite field took on Whistler Mountain Bike Park’s iconic 1199 track, before the Boneyard hosted the Official Whip-Off World Championships presented by POC to close out the day. Earlier in the day, riders launched into the Bosch eMTB Challenge, riding up and down some of Whistler’s most iconic trails. Crankworx Whistler 2026 – Specialized Canadian Open DH Aletha Ostgaard Takes Statement Win Aletha Ostgaard topped the women’s field by 4.315 seconds over Matilda Melton, with Eliana Hulsebosch completing the podium in third,…
After days of rain soaked training sessions and racing action the previous days, the skies over Whistler finally cleared just in time for elite finals on the OG CDN OPN DH. Troy Brosnan and Mille Johnset both topped the podium at the OG CDN OPN DH on day four of Crankworx Whistler 2026. Crankworx Whistler 2026 – OG CDN OPN DH This rider-favourite race takes riders down Whistler’s rooty single-track and punishes any hesitation, and today it punished plenty. Two days of heavy rain left the trail running fast but treacherous, with slick roots putting the athletes’ technical skills and…
Mud claimed A-Line today, but it couldn’t slow down the athletes taking on the Crankworx Whistler Air DH, and definitely not Jill Kintner or Ryan Gilchrist, who both topped the podium at the second elite race of Crankworx Whistler 2026. Crankworx Whistler 2026 – Air DH Conditions turned one of the world’s most renowned mountain bike trails into a slippery, high-consequence challenge well before elite finals dropped in the late afternoon. Riders faced a line that punishes hesitation even when it’s dry, making today’s results as much a test of composure and strategy as speed. Jill Kintner’s Perfect Ten Multiple-time…
Rain came down hard on Whistler all day, but even that couldn’t slow down Elly Hoskin and Elliot Jamieson, who both topped the Canadian Open Enduro Elite podiums, kicking off elite racing at Crankworx Whistler 2026. Crankworx Whistler 2026 – Canadian Open Enduro With the course only revealed a week out, riders got their first real look at Dark Crystal as a competition track – a community-favourite trail making its race debut. To support maintenance and revitalization efforts after the race, Crankworx Whistler, Whistler Blackcomb and festival partners provide additional resources to the trail building team. Saturday’s training session set…
Mountain biking is a community sport, and that has been impressively demonstrated on every level right now at Bike Republic Sölden. Freeride pro, shaper, and newly elected Swatch Nines MVP Vero Sandler is thrilled with the diversity of the bike destination and the new jump line. The Kiwi, who resides in the UK, is making the case for courage within (women’s) communities. Vero and her fiancé Sam Hodges are spending several months at the Bike Republic Sölden and sharing the experience with us. Community is also the base of the new partnership between Sölden and the new Riders Park Donovaly…
FOX expands its electronic dropper lineup with the new Transfer Neo E-Optimized, an electronically actuated dropper post that connects directly to an e-bike’s power supply for unlimited power and seamless integration. FOX Transfer Neo E-Optimized dropper post Designed specifically for modern eMTBs, Transfer Neo E-Optimized features adjustable travel, up to 240mm of drop, low stack height, an ergonomic lever, and intuitive app connectivity, making it the ultimate electronic dropper solution for e-bike riders. Transfer Neo E-Optimized will initially be available exclusively for the Specialized Levo 4 / Levo R / Levo Evo – Specialized retailers will be able to support the complete…
Swatch Nines entered a new era in Sölden, Austria last week as BMX and mountain biking shared the same playground for the first time. The result was a week of groundbreaking riding, unexpected collaborations and some of the most talked-about moments in the event’s history. The occasion also marked the launch of the event’s new identity: Swatch Nines Bike. Formerly known as Swatch Nines MTB, the event has evolved from a gathering of the world’s best freestyle mountain bikers into a multi-discipline showcase bringing together mountain biking and BMX in a relaxed, non-competitive environment. From 15–20 June, Sölden hosted the…
Legendary performance refined with modern durability, smoother shifting, and rider-focused design. Shimano continues its mechanical mountain bike legacy with the introduction of the new Deore XT M8200 mechanical drivetrain components, delivering advanced performance, proven durability, and modern trail technology for riders who demand more from every ride. Grupa osprzętu Shimano Deore XT M8200 Building on decades of trail-proven reliability, the new Deore XT mechanical rear derailleur and shifter deliver improved ergonomics and enhanced shifting performance, bringing flagship-level innovation to one of mountain biking’s most trusted component families, regardless of riding style. Shimano Deore XT M8200 Mechanical Drivetrain Key Features Derailleur…
The biggest Swatch Nines Bike course build to date is primed and ready for a week of unforgettable action on the slopes of Sölden. As an elite crew of mountain bikers and BMXers from around the globe converge on the Austrian Alps, it’s finally time to reveal the Swatch Nines Bike 2026 course layout. Key facts: A boundary-expanding new playground: The Swatch Nines BMX Plaza A custom BMX plaza is the standout addition to Swatch Nines Bike. Covering 800 square meters at the bottom of the setup, the park includes a variety of quarterpipes, rails, ledges and transfer options. There’s…
Increased control, improved heat management, and added durability for aggressive riding. SHIMANO raises the bar on braking performance with the introduction of its new 2.2mm thick disc brake rotors, engineered to deliver greater control and increased durability for the demands of downhill, freeride, and long-travel enduro and e-MTB. On steep descents, blown-out corners, and through technical rock gardens, braking isn’t just about slowing down, it’s about staying in control. SHIMANO’s latest rotor design is built to give riders the confidence to push deeper into lines and brake later when it matters most. Rooted in Shimano’s gravity-driven heritage, the new 6-Bolt…
Shimano continues to refine the connection between rider and trail with the introduction of the new Deore XT PD-M8220 pedals. Engineered to deliver greater stability and traction, the new pedals feature a wider platform, enhanced grip, and faster engagement for confident riding on technical terrain. Shimano SPD Pedals: Deore XT PD-M8220 & PD-MT520 Built for riders who demand control when trails get steep, loose, and unpredictable, the PD-M8220 pedals combine a robust SPD design with a wider contact platform to create a more stable interface between shoe and pedal. The result is a pedal that feels planted through rough sections…
An infusion of high-performance technology and sleek finish elevates the new DEORE components to an upgrade-worthy groupset. With options for all categories of riding, built to the standard of SHIMANO MTB groups and matching the sleek black and grey finish of DEORE Di2, SHIMANO presents an expanded and elevated DEORE family. All the hallmarks of a true MTB group are delivered with high-power consistent brakes, lightning-fast mechanical shifting under load, a derailleur designed to survive big hits, and superior cockpit ergonomics. Built for riders who value durability, quick shifting, mechanical simplicity, and consistent braking, the new DEORE lineup brings advanced…