Crankworx Whistler Cancelled for 2021

Sadly, after much consideration, the team behind Crankworx Whistler have decided to cancel the event this year. The good news is, it’s set to return in August 2022.

To our riders, core media, festival partners, and fans, we know it’s been tough. Mountain biking is both a career and a passion for many, so to lose an event that I know means so much to so many people…it’s been tough for everyone. We have been exploring our options for Crankworx Whistler 2021 since last summer. We held on to the possibility for as long as we could, while working on alternatives. The province of British Columbia is on a good track and is in the process of lifting restrictions, but unfortunately, there’s not enough certainty or lead time to pull off the festival for this year. That said, we’re hard at work on some exciting things to get riders and fans excited this summer, so watch this space.
Darren Kinnaird, Managing Director of the Crankworx World Tour.

The release reads:

British Columbia is currently at step one of a four-step reopening plan. Travel within the province is restricted, and Canada’s borders remain closed to non-essential travel.

Crankworx Whistler was also cancelled in 2020 due to the restrictions of the COVID-19 pandemic. Instead, the team pivoted to create the CLIF Crankworx Summer Series (CCSS) bringing together B.C. athletes to compete in a series of made-for-TV events at some of the province’s top resorts.

As for the future of the iconic Whistler festival: mountain bike fans need not fear. Crankworx Whistler is already on the calendar for next year. August 5-15, 2022, the world will come together in Whistler for Crankworx once again. The 10-day celebration of all things mountain biking will include the Whistler stop of the Enduro World Series, and the 10^th anniversary of Red Bull Joyride.

Stay tuned for some exciting updates on that soon as the hype starts to build ahead of Red Bull Joyride 2022. In the meantime, planning for both the kick-off and finale of the 2021 Crankworx World Tour is in full swing.

Casey Brown at the Whip Off World Championships. Photo: Fraser Britton

Both Crankworx Innsbruck and Rotorua are still set to go ahead and will be live on Red Bull. Crankworx Innsbruck will take place from 16-20 June, with Rotorua following from 1-7 November. See more on the Crankworx website.

Singletrack Merch

Issue 139

Now in stock at Singletrack Towers. Alternatively you could become a Singletrack Member and get the next 6 issues delivered to your door. Click here to learn more. If you…

Singletrack Sponsored Features

Bridgedale: Making Socks That Are Good For The Sole?

“I’ve got you some lovely bike socks”.If you ride bikes, this is the kind of phrase you’ll hear from some well-meaning relative or colleague. Your heart will sink, as you…

Featured Premier Partner

Dalby Bike Barn

We are based on the A170/Whitby Gate junction right in the centre of the village Thornton Le Dale offering high expertise on all things bike- stocking the best brands with bike…

Join our mailing list to receive Singletrack editorial wisdom directly in your inbox.

Each newsletter is headed up by an exclusive editorial from our team and includes stories and news you don’t want to miss.

Lauren Jenkins

Not too good about writing about myself, but not so bad at writing about other things. There was a time that I hated bikes, but then they became my life. Wouldn't be the person I am if I hadn't been on this journey. Here's to bikes, drinking tea and everything that comes with life on two wheels. I'm Lauren, I like bikes and writing about them. Always trying my best and up for adventures.

Comments (1)

Fahzure FreerideFahzure Freeride June 2, 2021 at 12:23 am

It’s a really fun event with lots of access, activities and interaction for folks of all abilities and riding styles. Sad.

Comments Closed