One of the world’s most extreme downhill mountain bike races will return to Tasmania in February, with organisers promising the biggest course shake-up since the event began.
Red Bull Hardline Tasmania will be held on February 7–8, 2026, at Maydena Bike Park, with spectator tickets going on sale later today.
This year’s course will debut a brand-new top section, designed to push riders to their limits.
For the first time, fans will be able to follow the entire 3.6-kilometre track, thanks to shuttle services running to the mountain’s summit.
Organisers say changes also hope to address one of the event’s biggest challenges – getting people to the remote Derwent Valley location.
200 campsites will be available just 10 minutes from the bike park, while direct shuttles will run from Hobart on event days.
The 2026 event marks the 12th year of Red Bull Hardline since it started in Wales in 2014.
Tasmania has hosted the race for the past two years.
Last year Canadian riders stole the spotlight, with Jackson Goldstone and Gracey Hemstreet taking out the men’s and women’s titles.
The course is infamous for its massive features. Riders hit speeds of up to 80km/h while facing a 650-metre vertical drop, an 80-foot gap jump and sheer drops of more than 10 metres.
The invite-only event brings together the world’s most progressive mountain bike riders, including top Australian and Tasmanian talent.
Organisers say an expanded entertainment program at Maydena Bike Park will make this “one of the best editions yet” of the iconic race.
Seeding runs are locked in for February 7, with the finals to follow on February 8.
