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ELLY HOSKIN AND ELLIOT JAMIESON SWEEP CANADIAN OPEN ENDURO ON CRANKWORX WHISTLER OPENING WEEKEND Rain came down hard on Whistler all day, but even that couldn't slow down Elly Hoskin and Elliot Jamieson, who both topped the Canadian Open Enduro Elite podiums, kicking off elite racing at Crankworx Whistler 2026. With the course only revealed a week out, riders got their first real look at Dark Crystal as a competition track - a community-favorite trail making its race debut. To support maintenance and revitalization efforts after the race, Crankworx Whistler, Whistler Blackcomb and festival partners provide additional resources to the...

GIAMBI AND CONOLLY TRIUMPH AFTER BREATHTAKING LA THUILE - VALLE D’AOSTA UCI ENDURO WORLD CUP Raphaël Giambi (Speed Project) claimed his first-ever UCI Enduro World Cup victory and Ella Conolly extended her overall lead. Junior series leaders Nežka Libnik and Hugo Marti Montessinos continued their winning form on four demanding Alpine stages culminating in La Thuile’s iconic night race. Raphaël Giambi (Speed Project) and privateer Ella Conolly delivered standout performances to claim UCI Enduro World Cup victories in La Thuile–Valle d’Aosta, following a spectacular day of racing in one of Enduro’s iconic destinations. Nestled in the Alps, La Thuile Bike...

Another great podcast. Anyone else here happy about J. Schroeder's increased prominence at Vital? It's nice to think that Spomer has some good support from a smart, conscientious second. Just wanted to give that guy (Schroeder) some props. As they say in Tennessee: " 'preciate you". Thanks all, for feeding the MTB content beast.

Theo has done it again

The best racing I've seen in ages is to be found in Jimbo Munro (and others) instagram stories. A bunch of the NZ expat summer crew (Jimbo, Alex Blanar, Finn Smith, etc..) threw together a homegrown "four cross" race on some raw tracks in NZ. So freaking sick. Sorry if you don't have instagram. Hopefully someone puts together a youtube edit of the action, but it's absolutely bonkers and looks like a ton of fun. Here's Jimbo's account.

Rumors are all done..but Max Alran has moved from Oakley to 100% goggles. Meaning he's the only rider on that team not on Oakley I think? Bigger question is when are the Alran's getting energy drink helmets 😂. One green one blue and silver?

Well this thread has run its course

I mean there's no elite/juniors distinction at Hardline and he straight up won in Wales.

The main thing I've learned from this cancellation is that whether it's your local organiser, the UCI, WBD or Red Bull who cancel a race. Some fans will lose their sh"t no matter what. And the most entitled will be the most vocal. Lucky you guys ain't alpine ski fans. Cos weather cancels those races almost weekly sometimes 🤣😂

Shark attack jack. Back to WCDH for frameworks next season. Wins worlds. BOOM SHACKA LACKA

More news about people called Sam today - Sam Reynolds is back on Polygon: https://www.vitalmtb.com/news/press-release/sams-back-reynolds-reunion.

How is the mood in the team regarding Daprelas allegations and departure from other teams in recent seasons? do you feel comfortable having younger female racers around someone with SA accusations?

enduro and e-enduro world champs in finale - PR from world series below. FINALE OUTDOOR REGION, LIGURIA TO HOST THE 2026 UCI MTB ENDURO & E-ENDURO WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS From October 16 to 18, 2026, the “Home of enduro” will welcome the world’s best riders The Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) and Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) Sports are pleased to announce that the third edition of the UCI Mountain Bike Enduro and E-Enduro World Championships will take place in Finale Outdoor Region, Liguria, Italy, from October 16 to 18, 2026. With over two decades of history rooted in outdoor sports and enduro...

Hands down, my favourite podcast series of the year. lol

Hot tub Time Machine is back

I’m sure I’m not the only one who’d pitch in to get Lawlor credentialed at each round and make life easier for your budget. $100 on offer.