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Canyon Is In. It Means Everything to Us.

Canyon Bicycles' seven-year relationship with founder Braydon Bringhurst made them a natural fit as a Hard MTB League partner, bringing two elite athletes and global support to the 2026 season.

Canyon Bicycles' seven-year relationship with founder Braydon Bringhurst made them a natural fit as a Hard MTB League partner, bringing two elite athletes and global support to the 2026 season.

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Seven years. That's how long Canyon has been part of Braydon's journey as a rider and filmmaker. So, when we sat down to talk about the 2026 season, it didn't feel like a sponsorship pitch. It felt like a conversation between people who already speak the same language. Canyon builds bikes that don't ask you to choose a discipline, and that's exactly what Hard MTB League is about. It was kind of a no-brainer. 

Two Canyon athletes will be on the start line at the 2026 qualifier: Luca Cometti, a two-time Dual Slalom National Champion with World Cup Downhill roots, and Olivia Silva, a slopestyle and dirt-jump specialist who's been part of our journey since day one. Beyond race day, Canyon is bringing technical expertise and strategic support as we grow into Australia, Europe, and beyond. Having a partner like Canyon in our corner doesn't just validate what we're building; it pushes us to build it better. 

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Explore more stories and insights in the news section!

Explore more stories and insights in the news section!

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April 6, 2026

Specialized Is Bringing an E-Bike and We Are Here for It

Hard MTB League is partnering with Specialized to pit the Turbo Levo R against elite analog riders on the same course, using their mixed-format hill climb to answer the question of whether today's e-bike technology can compete at the highest level.

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April 6, 2026

Specialized Is Bringing an E-Bike and We Are Here for It

Hard MTB League is partnering with Specialized to pit the Turbo Levo R against elite analog riders on the same course, using their mixed-format hill climb to answer the question of whether today's e-bike technology can compete at the highest level.

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April 6, 2026

Specialized Is Bringing an E-Bike and We Are Here for It

Hard MTB League is partnering with Specialized to pit the Turbo Levo R against elite analog riders on the same course, using their mixed-format hill climb to answer the question of whether today's e-bike technology can compete at the highest level.

News

March 11, 2026

We're Hitting the Trails Together: The 2026 Challenge Series Is Here

Hard MTB League launched the 2026 Hard MTB Challenge, a free community ride series open to all skill levels, bringing the soul of mountain biking back to the trails with no entry fees, no podiums, and just pure riding.

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March 11, 2026

We're Hitting the Trails Together: The 2026 Challenge Series Is Here

Hard MTB League launched the 2026 Hard MTB Challenge, a free community ride series open to all skill levels, bringing the soul of mountain biking back to the trails with no entry fees, no podiums, and just pure riding.

News

March 11, 2026

We're Hitting the Trails Together: The 2026 Challenge Series Is Here

Hard MTB League launched the 2026 Hard MTB Challenge, a free community ride series open to all skill levels, bringing the soul of mountain biking back to the trails with no entry fees, no podiums, and just pure riding.

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February 11, 2026

Geography Shouldn't Stop You: Introducing Our International Travel Awards

Hard MTB League is partnering with four-time World Champion Caroline Buchanan to offer international travel awards for the 2026 Boise qualifier, removing financial barriers for top riders from around the world to compete.

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February 11, 2026

Geography Shouldn't Stop You: Introducing Our International Travel Awards

Hard MTB League is partnering with four-time World Champion Caroline Buchanan to offer international travel awards for the 2026 Boise qualifier, removing financial barriers for top riders from around the world to compete.

News

February 11, 2026

Geography Shouldn't Stop You: Introducing Our International Travel Awards

Hard MTB League is partnering with four-time World Champion Caroline Buchanan to offer international travel awards for the 2026 Boise qualifier, removing financial barriers for top riders from around the world to compete.

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March 6, 2026

Ari Bikes Partners with Hard MTB League for 2026 Season

Ari Bikes' stacked 2026 roster, headlined by defending champions Tegan Cruz and Kailey Skelton, makes them the perfect first official sponsor for Hard MTB League's $125k+ prize purse season.

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March 6, 2026

Ari Bikes Partners with Hard MTB League for 2026 Season

Ari Bikes' stacked 2026 roster, headlined by defending champions Tegan Cruz and Kailey Skelton, makes them the perfect first official sponsor for Hard MTB League's $125k+ prize purse season.

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March 6, 2026

Ari Bikes Partners with Hard MTB League for 2026 Season

Ari Bikes' stacked 2026 roster, headlined by defending champions Tegan Cruz and Kailey Skelton, makes them the perfect first official sponsor for Hard MTB League's $125k+ prize purse season.

Podcast

November 19, 2025

Will Hard MTB League Change Mountain Biking?

If Braydon Bringhurst and Adam Pishl have any say, it will.

Podcast

November 19, 2025

Will Hard MTB League Change Mountain Biking?

If Braydon Bringhurst and Adam Pishl have any say, it will.

Podcast

November 19, 2025

Will Hard MTB League Change Mountain Biking?

If Braydon Bringhurst and Adam Pishl have any say, it will.

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October 29, 2025

Replay: Hard MTB League 2025 Pro Invitational Event & Celebration

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October 29, 2025

Replay: Hard MTB League 2025 Pro Invitational Event & Celebration

Pinkbike Article on the 2025 Invitational

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October 29, 2025

Replay: Hard MTB League 2025 Pro Invitational Event & Celebration

Pinkbike Article on the 2025 Invitational

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