Building Trails, Creating Legacy: Countdown to Crankworx Summer Series NZ in Ōtautahi Christchurch

Crankworx Summer Series New Zealand is just around the corner and Christchurch Adventure Park (CAP) is gearing up for the three-day festival scheduled from March 1-3, 2024. 

Local community members have shown their hands-on support in constructing the brand-new Downhill and Pump Track courses. These are taking shape nicely and recently received a visit from none other than Wyn Masters himself. Delve into the video below for an exclusive first look at the two newly built tracks, leaving an indelible mark on the local mountain bike community in Christchurch. 

Reflecting the dedicated commitment to the mountain bike community in Canterbury, Crankworx and ChristchurchNZ are establishing a legacy in Ōtautahi Christchurch with the new permanent head-to-head Pump Track and World Tour-level Downhill track. These additions to CAP will not only provide a platform for local talent to flourish but also attract international athletes and spectators for years to come. 

Built specifically for Crankworx Summer Series New Zealand, the newly designed Downhill track is poised to deliver an exhilarating experience characterised by high speeds, natural terrain, drops, and jumps that seamlessly integrate with the unique topography of Ōtautahi Christchurch. Providing B-lines to all major features, this track, deemed fit for professional athletes, also caters to amateur riders looking to enhance their confidence and skills, all within the Crankworx framework. 

Strength, momentum and skill are the name of the game of the freshly crafted Pump Track designed by Empire of Dirt, led by Christchurch local and Dirt Jump legend Phil McLean. Spectators can prepare themselves for an epic experience in the centre of the CAP village, while witnessing local favourites and pro’s go head-to-head. For those unable to attend the event, catch Queen of Crankworx, Caroline Buchanan, and entertainer Rhys Ellis as they present the action on PinkBike. 

New at this year’s Crankworx Summer Series New Zealand event is that athletes will have the chance to collect valuable points towards the ranking of the esteemed King and Queen of Crankworx titles.This year marks the first time, all Crankworx Summer Series New Zealand events will be available on Pinkbike to stream live and replay on demand bringing the action from the Downhill and Pump Track races into living rooms across the globe. 

Wyn Masters, a staple in the mountain bike world, explored the Crankworx Summer Series site alongside Christchurch local Sam Blenkinsop and CAP’s Event Manager George Chapman to scope out the exciting new Downhill and Pump Track trails on WynTV. 

With the tick of approval from Wyn and Sam, the Christchurch Downhill build is shaping to leave an all-time legacy for up-and-coming Kiwis to grow for years to come. Teamed up with the brand-new pump track at Christchurch Adventure Park, this reflects a commitment to fostering the sport at both the professional and grassroots levels, setting the stage for a vibrant and thriving mountain biking community in Ōtautahi Christchurch. 

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