As Crankworx gears up to celebrate 20 years, the 2025 season promises to be a good one. With an expanded downhill series, the return of discipline-specific Crankworx world tour titles and more global competition than ever, this year’s calendar is a dream come true for racers and fans alike. From seasoned pros to up-and-coming talent, riders will battle for glory in downhill, dual slalom, and pumptrack events—all while chasing the ultimate crown: King and Queen of Crankworx.
Downhill series expands
The 2025 Crankworx downhill series is leveling up with six events. Featuring legendary tracks like Whistler’s 1199 and new trails in New Zealand, this series is the ultimate proving ground for downhill supremacy. Athletes will go head-to-head for points and the coveted title of 2025 Crankworx downhill champion.
2025 Crankworx downhill series events
Redemption Downhill at Crankworx summer series Christchurch*
RockShox Kārearea eownhill 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
(*Part of the UCI DH continental series)
Crankworx is also stepping into the global spotlight with select downhill events joining the UCI DH continental series. Oceania races include Rotorua, Cairns and Christchurch, while SilverStar represents the Pan-American series.
Dual slalom and pumptrack
It’s not just downhill racers stealing the show. Dual slalom and pumptrack events are bringing back their overall titles for 2025, with a lineup of races that promise nail-biting action and opportunities to rack up points toward the King and Queen of Crankworx.
2025 Crankworx dual slalom series
Specialized dual slalom Rotorua
Specialized dual slalom Cairns
Crankworx summer series SilverStar: dual slalom
Specialized dual slalom Whistler
2025 Crankworx pumptrack series
Crankworx summer series Christchurch: pumptrack
Crankworx Rotorua pumptrack challenge
Crankworx Cairns pumptrack challenge
Crankworx summer series SilverStar: pumptrack
Ultimate pumptrack challenge at Crankworx Whistler
Where to watch Crankworx in Canada
Unlike the UCI world cup, the Crankworx has you covered with live broadcasts of key events throughout the season:
Crankworx summer series Christchurch: Feb 13-16 on Pinkbike.com, Outside TV and crankworx.com
Crankworx Rotorua: Mar 5-9 on Red Bull TV and crankworx.com
Crankworx Cairns: May 21-25 on Red Bull TV and crankworx.com
Crankworx summer…
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