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Thursday, July 26, 2018

Whistler gears up for an action-packed Crankworx

Whistler, B.C. – Crankworx rolls into Whistler this summer, August 10-19, loaded with dirt-fueled competitions, cultural events, an expo and demo area, and much more. Whether you’re crushing dirt down trails towards gold or taking in the action from the sidelines, Crankworx brings together riders and fans from around the globe to the ultimate mountain biking festival.

Fully fueled with thrilling events, Crankworx is the ultimate place to take in mountain bike competitions for all ages including kids and teens events. Start things off by cheering on the fastest and most stylish riders on the planet in the Clif Dual Speed & Style on August 11. Watch as competitors take on the ultimate, gravity-fueled vertical marathon of the Garbanzo DH and its 7KM descent on August 14. Put your cheering into supercharge at the Official Whip-Off World Championships on August 16. Experience the adrenaline rush at Red Bull Joyride, the final round in the Slopestyle World Championship, on August 18 as riders compete for the ultimate victory.

Kidsworx kicks things up a notch with a newly added BMX challenge taking place at the Whistler BMX Track at Cheakamus Crossing. Popular Kidsworx bike competitions return including the Enduro and B-Line Race, along with Village Crit and Dirt Pump Track Challenge. Get the whole family biking and hunting for clues with a Scavenger Hunt through the village bike trails. Demos and female-only clinics also return to the festival, so get ready to show off your fearless girl power and pick up new skills alongside pro female riders.

Don’t forget to head over to Whistler Olympic Plaza to watch photographers and videographers compete in two visually-inspiring challenges. Take a ride behind the camera as six filmmakers showcase athletes’ mountain biking adventures at Dirt Diaries on August 14. Sit back and immerse yourself in the Deep Summer Photo Challenge as six photographers light up the plaza with awe-inspiring photos on August 15.

Feeling inspired by the adrenaline rush of Crankworx? Explore the Whistler Bike Park firsthand through its extensive gravity-fueled downhill trail network, with over 70 lift-serviced trails for every ability level including a new Creekside expansion featuring fresh trails. Venture through over 300 KM of cross country trails with endless ascents and descents throughout the old-growth forests and alpine meadows. Test your endurance with an epic road cycle on the picturesque Sea-to-Sky Highway, or take the whole family for a relaxing ride along the Valley Trail with scenic mountain vistas and lakeside views.

Whether you’re competing, supporting friends, or simply just taking it all in, Crankworx is sure to make you want to hit the trails on two wheels. Book your Whistler summer biking and festival experience with confidence at www.whistler.com. With the best price guarantee, Whistler.com, the official central reservations for Whistler, offers one-stop shopping with the largest selection and no booking fee for accommodation or activities. Travel consultants at Whistler.com are based in Whistler, with the call centre located in the heart of Whistler Village. Call 1.800.944.7853 to request a no-obligation quote or visit whistler.com for more details and offers. With the best price guarantee, Whistler.com, the official central reservations for Whistler, offers one-stop shopping with the largest selection and no booking fee for accommodation or activities. Travel consultants at Whistler.com are based in Whistler, with the call centre located in the heart of Whistler Village. Call 1.800.944.7853 to request a no-obligation quote or visit whistler.com for more details and offers.

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Whistler is Canada's premier year-round leisure and meeting destination located in the Coast Mountains 120 kilometres (75 miles) north of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Consistently rated the top ski resort in North America, Whistler was the Host Mountain Resort of the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. The resort offers an extensive range of accommodations totaling 10,000 bedrooms among 24 hotels as well as townhomes, condos, B&Bs and chalets. Whistler also boasts more than 100 restaurants and bars, 200 retail shops, 25 spas and countless activity options from world-renowned skiing and snowboarding, mountain biking and golf, to hiking, rock climbing, and watersports. The Resort Municipality of Whistler is home to a diverse community of more than 10,000 permanent residents.

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