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Red Bull mast challenge coming to Bristol

By Betty Woolerton  Friday Jun 19, 2026

An event that will see competitors attempt to “sprint” along a heavily greased, slippery pole suspended over water is coming to Bristol.

Around 200 participants are being invited to take on the challenge as part of Bristol Harbour Festival, with the energy drinks company describing it as a test of “speed, skill and sheer determination”.

Competitors will put their agility and balance to the test in the Floating Harbour as they attempt to race along the mast and grab a flag at the end to progress to the next round.

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Those who fail are eliminated and the fastest competitor in the final round will be crowned the Red Bull Up The Mast Bristol champion.

 

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The event will take place between 12pm and 4pm on July 18 and is free to watch, with live music and entertainment throughout the day. The challenge is open to anyone aged 18 or over.

To sign-up to take part on the day or to find out more about Red Bull Up The Mast, visit www.redbull.com/gb-en/events/red-bull-up-the-mast

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