CRANKWORX DOWNHILL SERIES IS BACK FOR 2025

Crankworx has sent us their latest release about the events they have planned for next year. Read on to see what they revealed today:

 The Crankworx Downhill Series is BACK in 2025 with more events than ever!  {Photo (c) Clint Trahan}

 

Crankworx 2025: Returning Bigger, Better, and Bolder with Expanded DH Series

WHISTLER, BC, December 20, 2024 — Crankworx is gearing up to deliver an even bigger and bolder 2025 season. As it celebrates 20 years of gravity-defying action, the ultimate mountain bike experience has unveiled the addition of three marquee downhill races, forming the foundation of the expanded 2025 Crankworx DH Series. Adding to the excitement, the Crankworx World Tour will bring back overall series titles for both Pump Track and Dual Slalom events, raising the stakes for riders chasing glory across the global stage.

The Crankworx Downhill Series Expands to Six Events 

The Crankworx DH Series expands in 2025, cementing its status as a premier showcase of downhill mountain biking. With six races on iconic tracks across the globe, the series promises a thrilling mix of legendary courses and fresh challenges. Athletes will go head-to-head, chasing points, prestige, and the coveted title of 2025 Crankworx Downhill Champion.

2025 Crankworx Downhill Series – Events 

•Redemption Downhill at Crankworx Summer Series Christchurch*

•RockShox Kārearea Downhill Rotorua*

•RockShox Cairns Downhill*

•SilverStar DH at Crankworx Summer Series SilverStar*

•Crankworx Whistler: The OG CDN OPN DH

•Crankworx Whistler: RockShox Canadian Open Downhill on 1199

*also part of the UCI DH Continental Series 

In addition to series expansion, select Crankworx events will also feature as races in two of the new UCI DH Continental Series. The RockShox Kārearea DH Rotorua, The RockShox Cairns DH, and the Redemption DH at Crankworx Summer Series Christchurch will represent three of the Oceania Continental Series races, while the Silverstar Downhill event at Crankworx Summer Series SilverStar will take centre stage as part of the COPACI/Pan-American Continental Series.

Dual Slalom and Pump Track: The Perfect Blend of Speed and Skill 

For 2025, the Crankworx World Tour also brings back an overall title for its four Dual Slalom and five Pump Track events, providing opportunities to claim discipline-specific titles while also earning valuable points toward King and Queen of Crankworx.

2025 Crankworx Dual Slalom Series – Events: 

•Specialized Dual Slalom Rotorua

•Specialized Dual Slalom Cairns

•Crankworx Summer Series SilverStar: Dual Slalom

•Specialized Dual Slalom Whistler

2025 Crankworx Pump Track Series – Events: 

•Crankworx Summer Series Christchurch: Pump Track

•Crankworx Rotorua Pump Track Challenge

•Crankworx Cairns Pump Track Challenge

•Crankworx Summer Series SilverStar: Pump Track

•Ultimate Pump Track Challenge at Crankworx Whistler

“We are excited to be expanding the offering for downhill racers at the various Crankworx stops in 2025, and equally as excited to see the overall titles return for our other disciplines. Beyond the series titles, the prestigious titles of King & Queen of Crankworx will be harder than ever to claim with more racing, more competition, and more opportunities for points.” said Crankworx Managing Director, Darren Kinnaird

All pro-category athletes competing in individual events are eligible to earn points toward the Downhill, Dual Slalom, or Pump Track Series standings, as well as the King & Queen of Crankworx titles. With the growing prestige of each discipline, the 2025 World Tour Series promises fierce competition and international exposure, attracting top riders and emerging talent alike.

Where to Watch:

Fans at home will be able to catch the action live on screen:

Crankworx Summer Series Christchurch – February 13-16: Downhill, Pump Track and Slopestyle will be broadcast on Pinkbike.com, Outside TV, and crankworx.com
Crankworx Rotorua – March 5-9: catch all the action live on Red Bull TV or crankworx.com
Crankworx Cairns – May 21-25: will be live on Red Bull TV or crankworx.com
Crankworx Summer Series SilverStar – August 1-4: select events to be confirmed on Pinkbike.com and Outside TV
20th Anniversary of Crankworx Whistler – August 8-17: key events will be available live on Red Bull TV and/or crankworx.com