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Kokanee Crankworx

Every summer, the biggest names in mountain biking descend upon Whistler to hit the Whistler Mountain Bike Park during one of the world's premier mountain bike festivals, Kokanee Crankworx. Athletes from all over the globe flock to the festival to try their hand at some of the most innovative and challenging courses in the industry, while fans rush to watch the dirt and mud fly as heroes are crowned.
The nine-day event will take place August 7-15, 2010 and features ground breaking events, such as the women's only freeride competition and giant slalom, as well as its marquee event, the Slopestyle and Air DH competition. The long daylight hours and hot summer weather mean more time to take in the live music, riding demonstrations and smokin' competition, not to mention a few rip roarin' parties.
For more information on Kokanee Crankworx, visit www.crankworx.com

Quick Facts for Kokanee Crankworx 2009:

• 500,000- views and still counting of the Kokanee Crankworx webcast and video content on www.crankworx.com and www.Go211.com including daily highlight videos.
• 20,000+ - the number of spectators who caught the action during the festival's marquee event, the Monster Slopestyle.
• $150,000 – the total prize purse for pro and amateur categories at Kokanee Crankworx – a festival record.
• 250,000 – visitors to Whistler during the festival.
• 200+ - the number of international media from countries, such as Brazil, the UK, Czech Republic, Poland, Germany, Australia, France and the US.