The Red Bull Rampage, a premier freeride mountain biking competition, is set to celebrate its 25th anniversary in 2026. Scheduled for October 8 and 10, the event will return to the iconic desert landscape of southwest Utah, USA. This milestone also marks the 20th edition of the men’s competition since its inception in 2001. (as.com)
Over the years, the Rampage has been a platform for riders to push the boundaries of mountain biking, showcasing innovative lines, daring stunts, and exceptional skill. The 2026 event promises to continue this tradition, featuring a diverse roster of athletes from around the globe.
Pre-Qualified Athletes:
The following riders have secured their spots through consistent performances in previous Rampage events:
- Hayden Zablotny (CAN)
- Thomas Genon (BEL)
- Tom Van Steenbergen (CAN)
- Tomas Lemoine (FRA)
- Reed Boggs (USA)
- Talus Turk (USA)
- Cam Zink (USA)
- Finley Kirschenmann (USA)
Hayden Zablotny, the defending champion from 2025, expressed his enthusiasm for returning:
“Winning Red Bull Rampage last year was a dream come true and the biggest achievement of my career yet. That terrain is like nothing else, and it always pushes you to dream bigger with the builds and take your riding to the next level.”
Wild Card Athletes:
Selected based on competition results, video submissions, and riding ability, the following riders have earned their spots:
- Bienvenido Aguado Alba (ESP)
- Carson Storch (USA)
- Connor Gallart (USA)
- Jaxson Riddle (USA)
- Johny Salido (MEX)
- Kade Edwards (GBR)
- Kaidan Ingersoll (USA)
- Paul Couderc (FRA)
- Szymon Godziek (POL)
- Tom Isted (GBR)
Alternates:
In the event that a pre-qualified or wild card athlete cannot participate, the following riders are on standby:
- Ryan McNulty (USA) [First Alternate]
- Aiden Howe (USA) [Second Alternate]
- Ondra Slez (CZE)
- Louis Reboul (FRA)
- Nicholi Rogatkin (USA)
Event Details:
The men’s competition is scheduled for Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 10 am MT. Fans can watch the event live on Red Bull TV and the Red Bull Bike YouTube channel. For those interested in attending in person, tickets will go on sale on August 26. For more information and updates, visit the official Rampage website.
As the 25th anniversary of the Red Bull Rampage approaches, anticipation is building for what promises to be a historic and thrilling event in the world of freeride mountain biking.