How to take part
Fill in the entry form with your details. This gets you officially in the mix.
Show us your performance using one (or more) of the following entry methods.
Option A: Strava Segment Challenge Option B: Specialized Bike store challenge Option C: TrainingPeaks Upload
Find your closest eligible Strava segment on the map below. Go full gas — give it everything. Make sure your Strava profile is public so our scouts can find your ride and your data.
Head to a participating Specialized store near you from the map below. Keep your eye out & sign up for local testing days at your local store. You will be given a slot to complete a ramp test on an indoor trainer.
Already tracking your training? Connect your TrainingPeaks Premium account by making your profile viewable to jointheride@redbull.com (note: this email won't be used other than for reviewing Trainingeaks data). Register your information by uploading a link to your profile. Your numbers speak for themselves — we’ll be watching.
The challenge kicks off April 29th, 2025, with scouts beginning to monitor and evaluate athletes in real time who are submitting their entry using the methods above based on data collected until the 30th June 2025.
The chosen athletes will be notified in July 2025 to attend the Red Bull - BORA - hansgrohe Rising Experience Week in August.
Everything you need to know about the Rising challenge
FAQs
Young male athletes aged 15–19, from anywhere in the world, who dream of going pro in road cycling.
Not at all. If you’re a strong athlete from another sport — with the fitness, drive, and potential to make it in cycling — we want to see what you’ve got.
Just ask
Red Bull - BORA - hansgrohe is a UCI WorldTeam — one of the top professional cycling teams on the planet. Their junior development squad, Team Grenke - Auto Eder, dominates the U19 scene and helps young riders rise to the highest level.
Joining this system means next-level support, pro-level coaching, and real opportunities to grow into the sport’s elite.
Our scouts will review all entries and data. If you’re selected for the Rising Experience Week, you’ll be notified in July 2025.
The challenge kicks off April 29th, 2025, with scouts beginning to monitor and evaluate athletes in real time who are submitting their entry using the methods above based on data collected until the 30th June 2025.
The chosen athletes will be notified in July 2025 to attend the Rising Experience Week in August.
We’ve got you covered. Red Bull will arrange travel and accommodation for all invited athletes.
You will need a bike, helmet and device with access to either Strava or TrainingPeaks Premium account.
Grab a roadworthy bike and helmet, brush up on road safety, and join a local cycling club. Most importantly, bring your determination — that’s what makes champions.
It’s evolved. Red Bull Junior Brothers is now Red Bull - BORA - hansgrohe Rising to reflect a new evolution of the program.
If you have any further questions, send us an email to RBHRising@redbull.com
