FACTORY RACING DH - MOUNTAINBIKE - RACING - CUBE WORLD

Rising stars Kasper Hickman and Rosa Zierl from the Next Generation programme head into their second season with the Factory Team in 2026. After promising performances in recent years, both riders will once again contest the World Cups in their last year as juniors.

Seasoned elite athlete Max Hartenstern remains on the roster for 2026. The seven-time German Downhill Champion delivers consistently strong results and brings experience to the squad.

The downhill arm remains a key part of the CUBE Next Generation programme in 2026. The goal: to support young riders on their journey towards the Factory Racing Team. .

MAX HARTENSTERN

Seven-time German Downhill Champion and a cornerstone of the Factory Racing Team. He brings valuable experience and consistency, aiming for more top results in 2025.

ROSA ZIERL

A promising rider from the Next Generation Team, set to make a debut in the junior category and the World Cup in 2025. Strong performances in 2024 highlight her potential for a bright future.

KASPER HICKMAN

An emerging talent from the Next Generation programme, stepping up to the Factory Racing Team for 2025. After a strong 2024 season, he will compete in the junior category and World Cup for the first time.

Max Hartenstern

Seven-time German Downhill Champion and a cornerstone of the Factory Team. He brings valuable experience and consistency, aiming for more top results in 2025.

Germany

RACE SCHEDULE

1–3 May	UCI DH World Cup	YongPyong (Race of South Korea), South Korea
28–31 May	UCI DH World Cup	Loudenvielle-Peyragudes, France
11–14 June	UCI DH World Cup	Saalfelden-Leogang, Austria
19–21 June	UCI DH World Cup	Bike Kingdom – Lenzerheide, Switzerland
3–5 July	UCI DH World Cup	La Thuile, Aosta Valley, Italy
8–12 July	UCI DH World Cup	Pal Arinsal, Andorra
21–23 August	UCI DH World Cup	Haute-Savoie, France
28–30 August	UCI World Championship	Val di Sole, Italy
25–27 September	UCI DH World Cup	Whistler Mountain Bike Park, Canada
2–4 October	UCI DH World Cup	Lake Placid Olympic Region, New York, USA