Red Bull Rampage 2026: Dates, Location, UK Times & What to Wear
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Red Bull Rampage 2026 takes place on Thursday 8 October (women) and Saturday 10 October (men) in Virgin, Utah. For its 25th anniversary, Rampage goes back to where it started: the original 2001 site on Kolob Terrace Road. Both finals are broadcast live from 10:00am Mountain Time, which is 5:00pm UK time. Below you'll find everything you need: the venue, the schedule, the riders (including three Brits to cheer for), how to watch from the UK, what to expect if you're going in person, and what to wear whether you're at the course or on the sofa.
Red Bull Rampage 2026: Quick Facts
| Detail | Red Bull Rampage 2026 |
|---|---|
| Women's final | Thursday 8 October 2026 |
| Men's final | Saturday 10 October 2026 |
| Live broadcast start | 10:00am MT / 5:00pm BST, both days |
| Location | Kolob Terrace Road, Virgin, Utah, USA (the original 2001–2004 site) |
| Edition | 25th anniversary of the first Rampage |
| Riders | 18 men and 12 women |
| Defending champions | Hayden Zablotny (men), Robin Goomes (women, two-time champion) |
| Where to watch in the UK | Red Bull TV and the Red Bull Bike YouTube channel |
| Discipline | Big-mountain freeride mountain biking |
What Is Red Bull Rampage?
Red Bull Rampage is the biggest, scariest and most respected freeride mountain bike event on the planet. No race clock and no groomed bike park. Just a desert ridge, a start gate and the best big-mountain riders in the world picking their own way down cliffs most people wouldn't walk down.
Riders don't turn up to a finished course. They and their dig crews build their own lines into the mountain by hand in the days before the event, shaping take-offs and landings into loose rock and sandstone. Then they ride them in front of a panel of judges. Runs are scored on things like line choice, difficulty, control, fluidity, amplitude and style. The riders who win are the ones who combine a line nobody else dared to pick with tricks nobody expected on it.
The first Rampage ran in 2001 with an $8,000 purse. Canadian Wade Simmons won it. Today it's the most lucrative event in mountain biking, and 2025's winner took home $250,000 plus a Ford Ranger Raptor. Somewhere in between, it became the event that defines the sport. It's where Antoine Bizet landed the first double backflip in 2016, and where Brandon Semenuk built a record run of titles.
Red Bull Rampage 2026 Location: Back to the OG Site
The big story for 2026 is the venue. For the 25th anniversary, Rampage returns to its original site on Kolob Terrace Road near Virgin, Utah, the ridge that hosted the first four editions from 2001 to 2004 before the event took a break and moved across the valley.
It isn't the same mountain the riders of 2001 saw, though. For 2026 the start gate sits roughly a third higher than it did back then. That gives the site a vertical drop of about 678 feet (206.5 metres), the longest of any Rampage venue. More vertical means longer runs, bigger exposure and more room for riders to link features into one continuous line.
The terrain is the other headline. Over the years, modern Rampage leaned on huge wooden features and heavily shaped lines. The original venue is raw by comparison: exposed ridgelines, natural drops and unaltered rock. Expect riders to be hunting for lines the mountain gives them rather than ones they can build from scratch.
Virgin itself is a tiny town in south-west Utah on the edge of the red-rock country around Zion National Park. The nearest bigger towns are Hurricane and St. George, and the landscape is exactly what you picture: red and cream sandstone, loose scree, sagebrush and a huge sky.
When Is Red Bull Rampage 2026?
Red Bull Rampage 2026 runs from 8 to 10 October 2026:
- Thursday 8 October: women's competition, 12 riders. The broadcast starts at 10:00am MT (5:00pm BST).
- Saturday 10 October: men's competition, 18 riders. The broadcast starts at 10:00am MT (5:00pm BST).
The finals are the tip of it. The days before are for digging and practice, as riders and crews build and test their lines. Weather can move things around in the desert, since wind is a real danger when you're hitting cliff drops, so keep an eye on official Red Bull Rampage channels in the final days for any schedule changes.
UK viewers get a good deal this year. The clocks don't go back until late October, so the 5pm UK start means you can watch the whole men's final on a Saturday evening without an alarm.
Red Bull Rampage 2026 Riders
Men's lineup (18 riders)
Pre-qualified: Hayden Zablotny (CAN, defending champion), Thomas Genon (BEL), Tom Van Steenbergen (CAN), Tomas Lemoine (FRA), Reed Boggs (USA), Talus Turk (USA), Cam Zink (USA) and Finley Kirschenmann (USA).
Wildcards: 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) and Tom Isted (GBR).
Wildcards were picked by a committee of former Rampage competitors, pro athletes, judges and industry experts, based on competition results, video submissions and overall riding. The alternates are Ryan McNulty, Aiden Howe, Ondra Slez, Louis Reboul and Nicholi Rogatkin, and one of them gets the call if anyone drops out.
Women's lineup (12 riders)
Pre-qualified: Robin Goomes (NZL, two-time defending champion), Georgia Astle (CAN), Hannah Bergemann (USA) and Cami Nogueira (ARG).
Wildcards: Casey Brown (CAN), Chelsea Kimball (USA), Harriet Burbidge-Smith (AUS), Janelle Soukup (USA), Kirsten Van Horne (CAN), Mikayla Parton (GBR), Vaea Verbeeck (CAN) and Vinny Armstrong (NZL). Natasha Bradley (GBR) is among the alternates.
The storylines worth watching
- Can Zablotny do it twice? Hayden Zablotny won in 2025 as a rookie, the first newcomer to win Rampage since Brandon Semenuk in 2008. Backing that up on a completely different venue is a different challenge.
- Goomes going for three. Robin Goomes has won both editions of the women's Rampage so far. In 2025 she scored 89.50 with two backflips and suicide no-handers on a very exposed line, only just ahead of Hannah Bergemann (89.33) and Georgia Astle (87.66). With margins that tight, anything can happen.
- Cam Zink on the OG ground. Zink won in 2023 and has been part of Rampage history for most of its modern era. A return to raw, natural terrain should suit riders with his experience.
- The Brits. Kade Edwards and Tom Isted in the men's field, and Mikayla Parton in the women's, mean the UK has real riders to cheer for. Plenty of British freeriders learnt on wet, rooty, steep trails nothing like the Utah desert, and watching them take that on is half the fun.
Recent Red Bull Rampage Winners
| Year | Men's winner | Women's winner |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Hayden Zablotny (CAN) | Robin Goomes (NZL) |
| 2024 | Brandon Semenuk (CAN) | Robin Goomes (NZL) |
| 2023 | Cam Zink (USA) | — |
| 2022 | Brett Rheeder (CAN) | — |
| 2021 | Brandon Semenuk (CAN) | — |
| 2019 | Brandon Semenuk (CAN) | — |
| 2001 | Wade Simmons (CAN) | — |
The women's competition was added in 2024. Before that, women's big-mountain freeride had been building through Red Bull Formation, and the jump to a full Rampage field has been one of the best things to happen to the event.
How to Watch Red Bull Rampage 2026 in the UK
Outside the USA, Red Bull Rampage streams live on Red Bull TV and on the Red Bull Bike YouTube channel. In the US it's exclusive to ESPN+, which is why American fans pay and UK fans don't.
- Women's final: Thursday 8 October, 5:00pm BST
- Men's final: Saturday 10 October, 5:00pm BST
Red Bull usually posts highlights and full runs soon after, so if you miss it live, you won't miss the key runs. Our tip: watch the men's final with mates, get a sweepstake going on the podium, and watch every run to the bottom, because the scoring at Rampage often changes on the final riders.
Going in Person: Tickets, Getting There and What to Expect
Tickets
Official spectator tickets went on sale on 26 August 2026 and are sold through Red Bull's official ticketing partner, which is linked from the Red Bull Rampage event page. Resale sites also list tickets, but prices there change a lot, so check the official route first.
Getting there
Coming from the UK, most people fly into Las Vegas and drive a few hours north-east into Utah. St. George has a smaller regional airport closer to the venue. You'll want a car: this is remote desert, and Kolob Terrace Road isn't somewhere you just wander to. Parking and shuttle access are organised along the road, so follow the official instructions on the day rather than trying to find your own spot.
Where to stay
Virgin is tiny, so most spectators stay in Hurricane, Springdale (the gateway town for Zion National Park) or St. George. Rampage week clashes with peak autumn season at Zion, so book early. Turning the trip into a proper holiday is easy. Zion, the Kolob Canyons and the Hurricane-area trail network are all within reach, and it'd be a shame to fly that far for one day.
What it's like on the ground
This isn't a stadium. You're standing on rough, uneven desert with limited shade and a long view across the face of the mountain. Gates typically open about an hour before the broadcast starts, and arriving early gets you the best spots. Desert weather in October can swing from hot sun to strong wind and back in a few hours, and mornings can be surprisingly cold. It's dusty, it's loud when a rider sends a big drop, and it's one of the best things you'll ever see live.
What to Wear to Red Bull Rampage
If you're heading to the course, dress for a day of walking, standing and dust:
- Footwear: trail shoes or light hiking boots with real grip. The viewing areas are rocky and loose, so this isn't the day for fresh white trainers.
- Socks: crew-length, not trainer socks. A taller sock keeps grit and sand out of your shoes and protects your ankles from scrub. Pick something with a cushioned sole, because you'll be on your feet for hours. Pack a spare pair: changing into clean socks halfway through a hot, dusty day makes a surprisingly big difference.
- Layers: a t-shirt for the midday sun and a warm layer for the morning and when the sun drops behind the ridge.
- Sun protection: a cap or hat, sunglasses and sunscreen. There's very little shade.
- Extras: water (more than you think), snacks and a buff or bandana for when the wind picks up the dust.
Rampage-Ready Socks from Venture
Rampage has always been about attitude: riders who do things their own way and look good doing it. That's the energy we put into our socks. Every Venture pair has a soft terry sole for cushioning, a reinforced heel and toe, and a ribbed body that holds its shape. They're made from a polyester and spandex blend, so they stretch, hold their fit and wash easily at 40°C.
- Gold Rush: soaring eagles, cowboy skulls and revolvers from tattoo artist Ben "Painless" Perrin. It's the Wild West in sock form, and you won't find a better pair for a trip to the Utah desert.
- Death Bike: for anyone who'd rather be riding than watching.
- Easy Rider: flames, open road and a sunset horizon, a good fit for the drive out through the desert.
- Death Grip: named for how you'll be holding your drink during the men's final.
Riding at home? Our gym and fitness socks are built for hard sessions, and you'll find the rest of the range in all socks. If you like the darker, skull-heavy stuff, head straight to Deathly Delights.
Red Bull Rampage 2026 FAQ
When is Red Bull Rampage 2026?
Red Bull Rampage 2026 runs from 8 to 10 October 2026. The women's final is on Thursday 8 October and the men's final on Saturday 10 October. Both start at 10:00am Mountain Time.
What time is Red Bull Rampage 2026 in the UK?
Both finals start at 5:00pm BST: the women's on Thursday 8 October and the men's on Saturday 10 October.
Where is Red Bull Rampage 2026?
On Kolob Terrace Road near Virgin, Utah, USA. It's the original site of the first Rampage in 2001, used from 2001 to 2004, and it's back for the 25th anniversary.
How can I watch Red Bull Rampage 2026 in the UK?
Live on Red Bull TV and on the Red Bull Bike YouTube channel. In the USA it streams exclusively on ESPN+.
Who is riding Red Bull Rampage 2026?
There are 18 men and 12 women. The men's field includes defending champion Hayden Zablotny, Cam Zink, Tom Van Steenbergen, Thomas Genon and Brits Kade Edwards and Tom Isted. The women's field is led by two-time champion Robin Goomes, with Hannah Bergemann, Georgia Astle, Casey Brown, Vaea Verbeeck and Britain's Mikayla Parton.
Are there any British riders at Red Bull Rampage 2026?
Yes. Kade Edwards and Tom Isted ride in the men's competition and Mikayla Parton in the women's. Natasha Bradley is one of the women's alternates.
Who won Red Bull Rampage 2025?
Hayden Zablotny won the men's event as a rookie, the first newcomer to win since Brandon Semenuk in 2008. Robin Goomes won the women's event for the second year running with a score of 89.50.
Why is the 2026 venue special?
It's where Rampage started in 2001, but with a higher start gate. The vertical drop is about 678 feet (206.5 metres), the longest of any Rampage site, and the terrain is raw and natural rather than built around big wooden features.
Can you buy tickets for Red Bull Rampage 2026?
Yes. Official tickets went on sale on 26 August 2026 through Red Bull's ticketing partner, linked from the official event page. Book accommodation early, because Rampage week falls in the busy autumn season around Zion.
What should I wear to watch Red Bull Rampage?
Grippy trail shoes or light hiking boots, cushioned crew socks (plus a spare pair), layers for cold mornings and hot middays, a hat, sunglasses and a buff for the dust. The viewing areas are rough desert ground with very little shade.
Get Rampage Ready
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