It is with the deepest regret that Big Mountain Enduro and the Enduro World Series announce that there was a serious accident during Stage 3, the first stage of Saturday’s race, resulting in the fatality of a competitor. The rider’s family has been informed and the competitor’s identity will be released in due course. Emergency personnel immediately arrived at the scene. The competitor was treated on scene by medical personnel and transported to the nearest roadway. The Gunnison County medical examiner confirmed the fatality. With respect for the rider and their family, this round of the Enduro World Series competition…
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July 27, 2015 Whistler, B.C. – With the dust settling on the second stop of the Crankworx World Tour, Whistler is ready for the big show. Home at last and ready to break new ground in the sport, Crankworx Whistler will see the crowning of the first King and Queen of the Crankworx World Tour, and one athlete will attempt the ultimate feat, winning every event of the year in his discipline to take the Triple Crown of Slopestyle. Darren Kinnaird, Crankworx World Tour general manager: “Back in January, we sat down to look for the next frontier in gravity-mountain…
One race, three countries and new faces on the podium – Markus Reiser and Monika Büchi win EES #3 in the scenic area of the Reschenpass. Between the three countries Austria, Switzerland and Italy Markus Reiser (GER) and Monika Büchi (SUI) prevail in the thrilling stop #3 of the 2015 European Enduro Series over the scenic trails at Reschenpass on July 26. Markus Reiser (GER) from Team Focus wins the third stop of the EES 2015 at the Reschenpass. Followed by Gustav Wildhaber (SUI) and his brother and team colleague Tobias Reiser (GER). So, Team Focus is conquering the EES…
In the blistering July heat, the fourth round of the hotly contested Specialized-SRAM Enduro Series took place in Samerberg, Germany. After a fiercely fought prologue on Saturday and Sunday’s four stages, the top step of the podium was reserved for Markus Reiser and Monika Büchi who both clinched victory. Markus Reiser After signing on and collecting start numbers, 10am on Saturday saw riders head off on the 28km course that climbs a total of 1,100 metres for a spot of training and that much needed recon of the route. Despite Europe’s soaring temperatures, resulting in the previous night’s rain showers,…
Preparations for Samoëns couldn’t really have gone much better for me. I’ve had plenty of good riding in Finale both on and off road and temperatures have been in the mid to high 30’s every day so it’s been great for getting used to the heat. Family life has also been great with Tory and Luca settled into our apartment and getting into the Italian way of life. We have had the opportunity to experience a Sagra in the village and plenty of local experiences of both food and culture. So leaving for France I was in a good head…
Munich, July 21st 2015 – With a wallet full of cards, for bikers there is one that is a “must have” – the GraVity Card. This little gem will let you pack up your bike and head out on a journey with friends to discover Europe and its best bike parks. In total the GraVity Card gives you access to twelve participating bike parks with over 1,830 km / 1,137 mi or tracks and trails. This summer could be your best yet! Bikepark Winterberg With five countries on the route, your trip through Europe could start at Winterberg Bikepark in…
Livigno (ITA), July 16th, 2015 – Apart from the all-familiar wooden “Il Castello” drop tower, the Suzuki Nine Knights MTB course has been re-designed to host some of the world’s best freeriders at Mottolino Bike Park in Livigno, Italy. The slopestyle action kicks off on the 31st of August and culminates with the public big air competition on Saturday the 5th of September 2015. The Course 2015 The co-operation between Andi Wittmann and Andi Brewi’s “Balzamico Trail Design” company promises a new innovative line for this year’s event. Dropping in from “Il Castello” the main feature’s biggest jump will be…
The high French Alps have a reputation for creating high drama – and Samoens Enduro World Series driven by Urge Bike Products didn’t disappoint. Richie Rude (Yeti/Fox Shox Factory Team) and Tracy Moseley (Trek Factory Racing Enduro Team) overcame the storms, sweltering heat and the long, physical stages to take the win. The top of the podium is familiar territory for Tracy, but it was the first Enduro World Series win for Rude. Jared Graves Tracy’s dominance was predictable after Anne Caroline Chausson (Ibis Cycles Enduro Race Team) was forced to retire due to illness, but it was a different…
The third race of the iXS European Dowhill Cup at the Crankworx Europe crowned Myriam Nicole and Loic Bruni as fastest out of 260 riders from 30 nations. We’re looking back at an incredible weekend in Les Deux Alpes! After last year’s success, the iXS European Downhill Cup took us once again to beautiful Les Deux Alpes. As a part of the European version of the Crankworx Festival the race clearly was one of the season’s highlights, calling for the best athletes of the scene. This was more than obvious already during registration, including some real big names that rather…
Saalfelden Leogang in Salzburger Land, Austria, July 9th 2015 – For many cycling enthusiasts, biking with their kids can be a dream come true. Of course the little nippers should have the most fun, which is why Saalfelden Leogang has prepared the perfect offer for family holidays focused on cycling. The young bikers can look forward to a lot of adventure while also developing their handling skills. This also gives the parents a chance to discover the beautiful region of Saalfelden Leogang. Will a young biker grow up to be a freerider, downhiller or maybe an adventure seeking Enduro rider?…
Bormio, July 7th 2015 – 86 km / 53 mi and more than 3,000 meters / 9,800 ft: the Alta Valtellina Bike Marathon on July 26th is a real heart pumping adventure. Starting in Valdidentro, weaving through the Stelvio National Park around Bormio’s picturesque region with historical sites and azure blue lakes, the race is a real eye-catcher. A shorter but still intense 52 km / 32 mi long route is also available as well as a nipper race to encourage little bikers to get on their bikes for the Marathon Kids. Anyone looking to embark on the Alta Valtellina…
June 10, 2015 Whistler, BC — With the first stop of the Crankworx World Tour suggesting France is poised to dominate gravity mountain biking, Crankworx Les 2 Alpes poses a question: Can France truly it say rules the cycling world? Come Crankworx Les 2 Alpes, July 9-12, fans will be able to follow a fantasy-style competition, pitting a team of French athletes against a team of gravity mountain biking pros from all over the world, with an eye to flushing out whether the French are as big a force on trails as they are on cobblestone. “France has long been…
July 8, 2015 Whistler, B.C. — As a heatwave rolls through Europe, Crankworx Les 2 Alpes is shaping up to be one hot ticket with the biggest downhill race in its four-year history and heady competition among those vying for King or Queen of the World Tour. Current frontrunner in the King of the Crankworx World Tour standings, Martin SÖDERSTRÖM (SWE), has announced he is out with a tibia and fibula fracture, pushing athletes like, Bernard KERR (GBR), Brett RHEEDER (CAN), Loic BRUNI (FRA) and Joost WICHMAN (NED) into a battle for the lead. Anneke Beerten Sӧderstrӧm is a major…
The iXS European Downhill Cup is ready for another round! The third race of the season takes us to yet another highlight with the Crankworx Festival in Les Deux Alpes and there are some big names among the 300 riders from 28 different nations. Everything calls for an exciting weekend! Last season, the cup already visited Les Deux Alpes (France) as a part of the Crankworx and we are looking forward to returning there for another exciting race! Everyone who calls him or herself part of this scene eventually knows the name of this festival. Those of you who don’t:…