The final day of the 20th anniversary edition of Crankworx Whistler came to an electrifying close tonight with the Outdoor Research Ultimate Pump Track Challenge presented by RockShox, capping off 10 days of history-making competition and unforgettable moments in the global home of mountain biking.
Crankworx Whistler 2025: Outdoor Research Ultimate Pump Track Challenge presented by RockShox
After a festival packed with highlights and challenges – from Alma Wiggberg and Emil Johansson’s Swedish sweep of Red Bull Joyride gold earlier today, to the cancellation of the RockShox Canadian Open DH Group A Finals due to helicopter safety concerns in low clouds – Whistler’s brand-new Crystal Viper Pump Track set the stage for one last night of racing. Designed by Adam Billinghurst and the Earth Odyssey crew, the course challenged riders with rhythm, speed, and a unique gap jump that forced precision and power at every turn.
Bensink Back on Top
Local trail builder and member of the Crystal Viper crew, Niels Bensink, delivered a storybook ending to the festival, securing his first Crankworx Elite gold since 2022. Facing off against Whip-Off regular Eddie Reynolds in the gold-medal matchup, Bensink put down flawless laps to edge Reynolds by just 0.820 seconds.
Reynolds, who qualified a distant 18th, battled his way through the bracket in spectacular fashion to earn silver – proving he’s a force beyond his signature whips. In the small final, Whistler local Tegan Cruz claimed bronze after defeating Merrick Otto.
Meanwhile, Australia’s Ryan Gilchrist, eliminated by Reynolds in the Round of 16, still celebrated as he was officially crowned the 2025 Crankworx Pump Track Champion, thanks to his consistency across the season. Bensink’s victory in Whistler boosted him into second overall.
Košárková Claims Gold and the Overall
On the women’s side, rising star Sabina Košárková continued her breakout season, collecting her third Crankworx Pump Track medal of 2025 and her most significant to date: Whistler gold. In a nail-biting matchup, Košárková edged newly crowned Queen of Crankworx Jordy Scott by just 0.140 seconds, a victory that not only secured the day’s top step but also crowned her the 2025 Crankworx Pump Track Champion.
The small final saw former Queen of Crankworx Caroline Buchanan defeat Kialani Hines, adding another podium to her already stacked Crankworx résumé – all the more impressive after a heavy crash earlier in the week at Dual Slalom practice.
Outdoor Research Ultimate Pump Track Challenge presented by RockShox podium:
- Niels Bensink (NED) // Sabina Košárková (CZE)
- Eddie Reynolds (USA) // Jordy Scott (USA)
- Tegan Cruz (CAN) // Caroline Buchanan (AUS)
Full results: crankworx.com/results
Looking Ahead
As around 35,000 fans lined the Whistler Boneyard today. marking the close of the 20th edition of Crankworx Whistler, the global mountain biking community now looks forward to the return of the Crankworx World Tour in Aotearoa New Zealand in early 2026:
- Ōtautahi Christchurch: February 19-22, 2026
- Rotorua: March 11-15, 2026
From iconic wins and new champions to breakthrough performances and historic firsts, Crankworx Whistler 2025 delivered on every level. With Whistler once again proving itself as the ultimate celebration of mountain biking, the countdown begins for what’s next.
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.
Official website: crankworx.com
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