By Troy Tyrell | WBN News Vancouver | July 29, 2025
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WHISTLER, B.C. The curtain has closed on the 20th anniversary of Crankworx Whistler, and if there was any doubt that this is the crown jewel of mountain biking festivals, this year’s finale erased it.

Red Bull Joyride: Slopestyle’s Super Bowl

The spotlight was on Red Bull Joyride, the event that consistently draws the biggest crowds and the loudest cheers. Emil Johansson (Sweden) once again showed why he’s the sport’s most dominant slopestyle rider, taking the win with a 91.0-point run packed with flawless technical combos and huge amplitude. France’s Tim Bringer kept things close with an 88.65, showcasing creativity and fluidity that had fans roaring. Germany’s Eric Fedko rounded out the podium with 85.9, his consistency earning him a deserved spot among the world’s best.

The scene was electric. Tens of thousands crammed into Whistler’s boneyard, filling every berm, balcony, and treeline vantage point. With music pumping, announcers firing up the crowd, and riders pushing their limits, it was the perfect climax to ten days of dirt-fueled celebration.

Pump Track Battles and Side Events

While Joyride stole the headlines, the Outdoor Research Ultimate Pump Track Challenge brought its own drama. Riders went head-to-head on mirror-image tracks, pumping every roller and railing every berm to stay ahead. Precision, flow, and fitness were key, and the crowd loved every second.

Festival-goers also took in SRAM’s Technical University clinics, daily gear giveaways, and brand activations that turned Whistler Village into an expo of cutting-edge mountain bike tech. New events like the Bosch eMTB Challenge and the Outdoor Research Trick Showdown kept things fresh, drawing big participation and plenty of social buzz.

Canadians Shine All Week

The festival wasn’t just about international stars. Canadian riders had plenty of glory, too.

  • In the Canadian Open Enduro, Elliot Jamieson and Elly Hoskin both claimed gold, fueling the home crowd’s pride.
  • BC’s Dane Jewett secured podium finishes in both downhill and Air DH, showing the strength of the Sea to Sky talent pool.
  • Young guns in Kidsworx proved the next generation of Canadian riders is already making waves, with Jackson Beliveau and Emilie Simeur taking U13 titles.

A Festival Beyond Racing

Crankworx is more than podiums and medals. It’s about culture, community, and progression. Riders of all ages took part in Kidsworx clinics, women-only sessions like Liv A-Line, and adaptive categories that made the event inclusive to all. Evening programs like Aspire at the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre and film nights at Olympic Plaza gave the week an artistic and cultural heartbeat.

Despite a few weather-related cancellations, including some DH heats, the festival delivered everything fans hoped for: speed, style, grit, and good times.

Looking Ahead

With the 20th anniversary now in the books, Crankworx Whistler has cemented its status as the sport’s ultimate gathering. From pro riders to groms, from fans who lined every course to families soaking up village vibes, this year will be remembered as one of the best yet.

The Crankworx World Tour now shifts focus to its next international stops, but Whistler will always remain the epicenter, the place where mountain biking’s biggest stories are written.

For full results and highlights, visit crankworx.com.

By Troy Tyrell, Founder of Tsquared Personal Training
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