Photo Epic: Speed and Style - Crankworx Whistler 2023
Crankworx Whistler delivered yet another spectacle with the Speed & Style. The event treated spectators to a high-octane display of head-to-head racing action, blistering tricks, and unparalleled bike handling. With fierce competition and thrilling performances, this event marked the end of this years Crankworx World Tour.
On the Men’s Elite side, one rider once again stood out from the rest, Garret Mechem. He continued to dominate the competition with awe-inspiring technical trick combos. Mechem’s remarkable performance earned him a well-deserved victory, marking his second Speed & Style win and third S&S podium of the tour. His ability to seamlessly blend tricks and speed demonstrated why he is consistently one of the top contenders in the sport.
On the Women’s side, the competition was equally fierce, with Harriet Burbidge-Smith and Robin Goomes locking horns in a tightly contested battle. Haz, who faced a narrow defeat in Innsbruck at the hands of Goomes, managed to turn the tables this time. Outperforming Goomes in straight heats, showcasing her remarkable skills and claiming her second Speed & Style victory of the season.
Tight racing once again
Bas van Steenbergen with his signature "Speed Can"
Spectators getting a taste of what to come for Joyride.
Peter Kaiser opting for trick points whilst Bas noses it in on a speed run.
Robin Goomes and HazNation both throwing backflips in their runs.
Garret Mechem couldn't be stoped tonight.
Harriet Burbidge-Smith always dominant.
Robin Goomes ready for launch.
Garret Mechem going inverted.
Haz vs Robin.
David Lieb opting for a flip on the second jump.
Flips and Spins
David Lieb edging out Peter Kaiser.
Fine margins here.
Robin and Haz switched places all evening. Super tight racing between these two.
Your 2023 Crankworx Whistler Speed and Style podium.
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2 Comments
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DJ21111111
FL (Jul 29, 2023 at 19:05)
The jumps should be bigger I reckon
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pinkknip
(Jul 30, 2023 at 1:17)
Would like to see more jumps to add Style.
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