How to watch the Red Bull Hardline in Tasmania this week (for free), who’s riding, and live timings

Rebecca Bland

Red Bull Hardline Tasmania goes down this weekend, while tickets for the original Red Bull Hardline in Dyfi have also gone on sale, but act fast if you want one...

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Rónán Dunne did something incredible in 2024, when he became the first rider to win both Red Bull Hardline events, first in Tasmania then at Dyfi. Roll on one year and he’s back again for Hardline Australia, this time though the field is much bigger with 32 riders taking part, while the course looks as gnarly as ever. Can he do it again? A certain Jackson Goldstone certainly has other ideas, as well as seeking redemption for the crash that meant he missed a whole season of World Cups.

Hardline takes place on 7-8 February in Tasmania and, lucky for us fans, it’s free to watch… unlike the DH World Cup races later this year. And if you catch the Hardline bug and want to book your place for Hardline in Wales later this year, tickets have just gone live over on the Red Bull website.

So, who’s riding in the dry Tasmanian dust, and who’s got a good chance of taking home the win?

Red Bull Hardline 2025 need to know:

  • Tasmanian edition is taking place on 7-8 February
  • The Austrlian edition will be free to watch live on Red Bull TV
  • Tickets for the Welsh edition are now on sale
  • 32 top riders including last year’s winner Rónán Dunne to race and 7 women riders
Ronan Dunne competes during the Red Bull Hardline practice session at Maydena Bike Park on February 24, 2024 in Tasmania, Australia. // Brett Hemmings / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202402240022 // Usage for editorial use only //

Ronan Dunne is back to defend his title in 2025. Credit: Brett Hemmings / Red Bull Content Pool

How can I watch Red Bull Hardline Tasmania?

Red Bull Hardline Tasmania will be free to watch live on Red Bull TV. After the 2024 edition was such a success, Red Bull has brought the event back to Maydena Bike Park in Tasmania.

Last year, Gracey Hemstreet and Louise-Anna Ferguson becoming the first female riders to compete in a Red Bull Hardline final, and we’re excited to see what they can do again this year, both having been invited back to the event.

The event starts on 7 February with the qualifiers, and the finals take place on 8 February with an accompanying livestream on Red Bull TV starting at 02:00 GMT.

Who’s riding at Red Bull Hardline Tasmania?

32 of the world’s best and wildest riders have been invited to take to the start line in Tasmania, Australia on Friday and Saturday. Last year’s winner of both Tasmanian and Welsh Hardline editions, Rónán Dunne headlines the start list and commented on the pressure he feels going into the event as the reigning champion:

“The thought of Red Bull Hardline 2025 is pure excitement for me as it’s my favourite race of the year. I cannot wait to get to the start line. I’m really looking forward to the battle of defending my titles from 2024. It’s a real privilege to be going in as the defending champ, and a nice feeling that I’ve got a target on my back. I’m ready to put the work in for the off-season and keep my title in 2025.”

British DH rider Tahnée Seagrave has had to pull out of the event, but there are 7 other female riders set to line up on Friday, including Gracey Hemstreet and current DH World Champion Vali Holl.

Gracey Hemstreet performs during practice at Red Bull Hardline in Maydena Bike Park, Australia on February 22, 2024 // Graeme Murray / Red Bull Content Pool // SI202402220088 // Usage for editorial use only //

After riding into the history books last year, Gracey Hemstreet is back in 2025. Credit: Graeme Murray / Red Bull Content Pool

Full rider list:

  • Rónán Dunne
  • Charlie Hatton
  • Bernard Kerr
  • Asa Vermette
  • Gee Atherton
  • Hugo Frixtalon
  • Connor Fearon
  • Théo Erlangsen
  • Laurie Greenland
  • Brook MacDonald
  • Kaos Seagrave
  • Dan Booker
  • Matteo Iniguez
  • Darcy Coutts
  • Juanfer Vélez
  • Troy Brosnan…
Jackson Goldstone performs during practice at Red Bull Hardline in Maydena Bike Park, Australia on February 23, 2024

The Tasmania track varies massively from the top to the bottom of the hill, and is vastly different to the conditions usually seen in Wales. Credit: Graeme Murray / Red Bull Content Pool

  • Matt Jones
  • Vaea Verbeeck
  • Jackson Goldstone
  • Cami Nogueira
  • Roger Vieira
  • Gracey Hemstreet
  • Edgar Briole
  • Erice van Leuven
  • George Brannigan
  • Lou Ferguson
  • Syzmon Godziek
  • Valentina Höll
  • Josh Bryceland
  • Nina Hoffmann
  • Sebastian Holguin
  • Sam Hill

Red Bull Hardline Wales 2025

If you’ve caught Red Bull Hardline fever, then you’ll be pleased to know tickets for Hardline Wales are now on sale. The event takes place on 26-27 July in Dyfi Valley, Wales. The route will remain the same as last year, designed by Dan Atherton and is heralded as one of if not the toughest downhill track in the racing circuit.

Prices start from £113.40 for a car pass which includes admission for up to 5 people, or £126 for the same tickets on the Sunday.

How to watch Red Bull Hardline Tasmania for free

If you’re watching in the UK then the coverage will be broadcast live and for free on Red Bull, but there may be geo restrictions around the globe affecting access. So if you’re away from the UK the simplest way to guarantee access is via a subscription to Nord VPN.

Setting up a VPN is simple – just download, install, open the app and select your location.

Try out Nord VPN for its speed, security and simplicity to use. It is also compatible with a range of devices and streaming services (e.g. Amazon Fire TV Stick, Apple TV, Xbox, PS4, etc.), giving you the option to watch wherever you want.