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 full speed, lances tilted forward, fully committed to the fight – athletes go head-to-head, battling for crucial points in pursuit of the prestigious Crankworx titles.
In each heat of this invite-only event, three riders will race head-to-head on the newly designed course, with only the top two advancing to the next round. Riders will be timed throughout the competition, and if they improve on their qualifying time, their ranking will be updated accordingly. This format ensures that every run counts, challenging competitors to perform at their absolute best.
The challenging course, designed by trail-building pioneers Glen Jacobs and Remy Morton at World Trails, uses the remnants of the former Speed & Style track and brings a new level of innovation and intensity. Built to challenge and excite, the course features:
- Speed Generator – A high-intensity launch into the course
- Technical Rhythm Section – A precision-testing flow feature
- Multi-Functional Quark Knuckle – A multi-line, multi-optional obstacle, requiring strategic decision-making in real time
- Speed Generator – A high-intensity launch into the course
- Technical Rhythm Section – A precision-testing flow feature.
- Multi-Functional Quark Knuckle – A multi-line, multi-optional obstacle, requiring strategic decision-making in real time.
- Mogul Field – Inspired by ski racing, shaped to suit multiple race styles.
- Rock Garden Drop – A raw, natural technical feature.
- Back-to-Back Berms – A fast-paced section demanding control and line choice.
- Rythm-to-Large Angled Knuckle – Another multi-option feature, offering risk vs. reward opportunities.
- Airflow Obstacle – A technical aerial challenge.
- Final Drop – A last test of composure and control.
- Surge Generator – A momentum-building feature before the finish.
- Multi-Functional Wing Knuckle – The final strategic decision point before the finish line.
The competition format narrows the field from 27 to 18 to 12. From there, the top 9 advance to semi-finals. The finals will see the top finishers from the semi-finals race for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place, while second-ranked riders compete for 4th, 5th, and 6th. Start gate positions throughout all rounds are determined by current rankings, introducing an extra layer of strategy to the event.
Taking place May 21–25, 2025, Crankworx Cairns returns to the legendary Smithfield MTB Park, welcoming the world’s top mountain bike athletes and drawing fans from across the globe. This tropical stop on the Crankworx World Tour has become known for its wild crowds, rowdy rainforest tracks, and world-class competition.
In addition to the debut of Crankworx Full Tilt, the festival will feature a stacked lineup of premier events, including the Specialized Dual Slalom, RockShox Downhill, Pump Track Challenge, Quadzilla Enduro, Crankworx Cairns Slopestyle, and Kidsworx events for the next generation of riders. All key events – including the new Crankworx Full Tilt – will be broadcast live on Red Bull TV.
Athlete registration is open, and festival passes are available online at crankworx.com. Don’t miss your chance to witness mountain biking’s elite throw down in one of the most thrilling stops on the global circuit.
About Crankworx World Tour
Crankworx is the ultimate experience in mountain biking. Born in Whistler, B.C. in 2004, Crankworx has evolved into a multi-stop international festival series. The Crankworx World Tour brings together the best mountain bike athletes to compete in elite-level competitions in a variety of disciplines. Crankworx World Tour festivals also host races for amateurs, Kidsworx contests for young riders, participatory events, and celebrations of mountain bike culture, all while showcasing amazing destinations.
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