Events
In September 2026, Mont-Sainte-Anne will host the grand finals of the Crankworx World Tour for the first time. For this inaugural edition, 8 disciplines will be featured, some reserved for the world’s elite, others open to amateur athletes.
SLOPESTYLE SUPER LEAGUE FINALS
A flagship discipline of the Crankworx World Tour, this is the first time a competition of this kind will be held in Mont-Sainte-Anne, but also in Quebec at the elite level. Larger-than-life jumps and spectacular tricks, all performed with a heavy dose of style!
Slopestyle is where creativity meets technique, as athletes perform impressive tricks on a course filled with jumps, drops, and obstacles. It’s all about amplitude, precision, and variety.
This competition does not only represent the first Diamond level event in Québec, but also the final event of the inaugural Slopestyle Super League, crowning the first-ever SSL World Champions.
New course – Elite level, invitation only
WHIP OFF RAG
A concentrated dose of style and spectacle! On an impressive jump, the world’s best athletes performs whips, combining commitment and mastery. No stopwatch: only talent counts when it comes to impressing the judges.
Fuelled by the atmosphere and enthusiasm of the crowd, the Whip Off RAG is one of the most iconic moments of Crankworx.
New course – Elite level, invitation only
A downhill race where speed is everything. On a challenging, fast course, the athletes tackle one jump after another without ever letting up.
Stopwatch in hand, full commitment: the Air DH Velosolutions Canada embodies a modern vision of downhill racing—aerial and explosive.
New permanent course – Elite, U19, U17, U15, U13, Open Women 19+, Senior 19-34 (M), Master 35-39 (M), and Veteran 40+ (M) categories
Downhill (DH)
The iconic event at Mont-Sainte-Anne, the downhill race is the ultimate test of speed, technique, and courage. True to its reputation, the MSA DH track offers rides a steep, long and demanding descent, dotted with rocks, roots and impressive jumps. This is a race where riders must push their limits, combining precision and aggression at full speed to achieve the best time.
UCI HC sanctioned race, Canada Cup Final
Elite, U19, U17 and Open 17+ categories. A UCI Licence is mandatory for the first three categories.
Cross-country – Olympic (XCO) and Short-track (XCC)
A flagship discipline in the history of mountain biking at Mont-Sainte-Anne, its legendary cross-country trails will provide a unique challenge for the Quebec City stop on the Crankworx World Tour.
The XCO event promises to be a spectacular show where the athletes’ technique and endurance will be on full display, while the XCC will offer speed, strategy and plenty of fast-paced action.
UCI HC sanctioned race, Canada Cup Finals
XCC – Elite, U19 and U17 categories. A UCI Licence is mandatory for all categories.
XCO – Elite, U19, U17 and Open 19+. A UCI Licence is mandatory for the first three categories.
DUAL SLALOM
The Dual Slalom event pits two athletes against each other on practically identical parallel courses filled with sharpe turns, rollers and jumps. In this format, every fraction of a second can make the difference in the race to the finish line.
New permanent course – Elite, U19, U17, U15 and Open 19+ categories
PUMPTRACK
A race all about rhythm and precision! On the asphalt circuit of Mont-Sainte-Anne, athletes will seek to fin the perfect trajectory to generate maximum speed without peddling. Every movement counts, and the clock makes all the difference in this intense and technical format.
Open 19+ and Junior 13-18 categories
Equipment and Tires
Bicycles must be suitable for use on a pump track and in good working condition. Bicycles must be equipped with wheels that have a minimum diameter of 20 inches.
There is no specific maximum tire width requirement. However, participants are encouraged to use tires suitable for asphalt surfaces and the track’s characteristics. A width of approximately 1.5 to 1.9 inches is a good choice for this type of course.
Bicycles must be equipped with a functional rear brake and meet general safety requirements. Flat pedals are recommended to ensure safety and accessibility for all participants.
The organizers reserve the right to inspect any bicycle and to refuse any equipment deemed inadequate or posing a safety risk.
KIDSWORX
The platform for our young athletes. A long-standing tradition at Mont-Sainte-Anne, first as the Vélikids and then as the Kidovélo in more recent years, amateur races for young riders have always been a resounding success and the best time to introduce the next generation to the world of mountain biking.
Two competitions will be offered to our young athletes in September : Cross-country and Dual Slalom.
Kidsworx XC : open to 2-12 y/o
Kidsworx Dual Slalom : open to 7-12 y/o
Dual Slalom Kidsworx Clinic : open to 5-12 y/o
Please note that push-bike are allowed, but not bikes with stability wheels.