Tag Archives: Freeride MTB

Episode 4 of the Darkfest 2026 – Behind the Build series – The build continues in Stellenbosch. New for last year was the mega 1/4 but after riding it the crew have made improvements for this year, designed by Mr Clemens Kaudela himself to allow for the biggest airs ever done on bikes!

Darkfest is officially back! In 2026 Darkfest is celebrating a decade of dirt, danger, and world-first hucks. What started as a DIY mission to build the world’s biggest jumps has evolved into the ultimate proving ground for Freeride Mountain Biking – and the 10th-year edition is set to be the most legendary session yet! A limited batch of tickets will ...

Episode 3 of the Darkfest 2026 – Behind the Build series and things are getting big! The team is building the biggest airtime jump of all time – an extension off the left side of the Rocket Launcher that has been dubbed The Falcon Heavy. The crew gets to work shaping, stacking and dialling in the massive new feature that’s set to ...

There was never a plan B. Not out of stubbornness – but because Sam Hodgson never needed one. Growing up on a farm, somewhere between dirt, shovels and bikes, it was clear early on – if there’s nothing to ride, you build it yourself.

In this Episode of Darkfest 2026 – Behind the Build, the dirt finally gets moving. The crew starts shaping, aiming to make the best Freeride MTB course they’ve ever built for the 10 year special! World-renowned trail and freeride builder Clemens Kaudela joins the team to help build the new features and tweak the old ones so make them smoother ...