Darren Kinnaird of Crankworx talks downhill's future, broadcasting, prize money and MORE! - The Ride Companion 85

Davi is joined by Crankworx managing director Darren Kinnaird to discuss some of the recent changes in their approach to downhill. During the conversation, Darren talks about how Crankworx managed to form an improved broadcasting partnership with Red Bull TV and, the importance of having Rob Warner and Elliot Jackson on the commentary team. Darren also talks openly about prize money, the new 1199 track in Whistler, event scheduling challenges, introducing enduro to Crankworx events and some of the plans they have to develop the sport in the future.  Learn more about Crankworx over at crankworx.com and follow the tour on Instagram @crankworx Get Ride Companion OFFICIAL merch https://theridecompanion.co.uk Episode Sponsors:- Looking for a comprehensive solution to your supplement routine? Athletic Greens is giving you a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. Go to athleticgreens.com/RIDECOMPANION to learn more and to take ownership of your nutritional needs. This February, get a FREE set of fork guards with any frame protection kit purchased at hktproducts.co.uk. Just enter code FREEFORKS at checkout! Follow #TheRideCompanion and check out Olly Wilkins & The Ride Companion on social media! Olly Wilkins: @odub_23 / YouTube The Ride Companion: @theridecompanion / YouTube BIG THANKS to our presenting sponsor Focus Bikes // @Focusbikes on InstagramFocus Bikes YouTube Enjoying the Ride Companion?PLEASE SUBSCRIBE, SHARE AND SPREAD THE LOVE. #theridecompanion