October 17 All day
The legendary Red Bull Hardline is heading to Canada for the very first time, with Red Bull Hardline British Columbia officially scheduled for 17 October 2026. Set against the breathtaking terrain of Cypress Mountain, the event marks a bold new chapter for what is widely regarded as the toughest downhill mountain biking race on the planet.
A New Frontier for the Toughest MTB Event
Since its creation by Dan Atherton in 2014 in Wales, Red Bull Hardline has redefined the limits of downhill riding. Known for combining elite racing speed with freeride-style creativity, the event has become the ultimate proving ground for the world’s best riders.
Now, the rugged landscapes of British Columbia—particularly Vancouver’s North Shore, often considered the birthplace of freeride MTB—will host this iconic competition. Riders can expect steep descents, massive jumps, technical rock gardens, and drops exceeding 10 meters, all set against a dramatic coastal mountain backdrop.
Designed by Legends
The BC course is being designed by Dan Atherton alongside his brother Gee Atherton, ensuring the signature Hardline intensity carries over into this new environment. Built in collaboration with expert trail builders and local riders, the track promises a perfect blend of technical downhill racing and freeride innovation.
Dan Atherton highlighted the challenge of finding the perfect location, noting that British Columbia’s iconic features—huge rock slabs, towering trees, and rich dirt—set an incredibly high standard. After two years of searching, Cypress Mountain emerged as the ideal venue.
Riders Ready for the Challenge
Canadian stars are especially excited about the event’s arrival on home soil. Gracey Hemstreet admitted the course is both intimidating and thrilling, predicting it could be the best edition yet, with massive crowds expected.
For Jackson Goldstone, the event represents a full-circle moment. Competing in one of the world’s most prestigious MTB events in his hometown is a milestone not just for him, but for Canadian mountain biking as a whole.
A Global Spectacle
Red Bull Hardline BC will feature a select lineup of elite downhill and freeride athletes from around the world, each invited to tackle one of the most demanding courses ever built. The combination of British Columbia’s natural terrain and the event’s relentless design promises a spectacle unlike any other.
Fans worldwide will be able to catch all the action live below.
Looking Ahead
While Canada hosts this groundbreaking debut in 2026, the original Welsh event will return in 2027 with an entirely new track, continuing Red Bull Hardline’s legacy of progression and innovation.
With its expansion to North America, Red Bull Hardline British Columbia is set to deliver one of the most spectacular and challenging editions in the event’s history—cementing its place at the pinnacle of downhill mountain biking.
