Lone rider embarks on a frozen odyssey © Brudder/Getty Images

Iditarod, the most grueling single-ride challenge in the world. This 350-kilometer cross-country endurance race pushes riders to their limits, navigating through treacherous Alaskan tundra under extreme temperatures and scarce supplies.

Date: February 28th

Must-watch reason: The unwavering determination of the riders as they brave the harsh Alaskan winter environment, making it an event that only the bravest can conquer.

Crankworx Rotorua - A Mountain Bike Revolution

The reform of downhill racing will continue at Crankworx Rotorua in New Zealand. With a five-day format, new competition modes and a large-scale mountain bike culture.

Date: March 9th-13th

Must-watch reason: Witnessing the thrilling slopestyle competition at Crankworx Rotorua, where last year's champion Brett Rheeder is set to make his mark again or be surpassed by another rising star.

UCI MTB World Cup - A Young French Champion Emerges

Loic Bruni dominates at the Lourdes Downhill World Cup round in France. Will he maintain his championship title this year?

Date: April 9th-10th

Must-watch reason: Loïc Bruni's impressive performance last season earned him World Championship gold; will he reign supreme on stage once more?

UCI XCO MTB World Championship - Unpredictable Outcomes Await

This marks the first time UCI has separated cross-country and downhill events for its championships. The XCO event takes place from June 28th to July 3rd in Czech Republic.

Date: June 28th-July 3rd

Must-watch reason: As Rio Olympics capture global attention, this year's championships may see unexpected winners emerge among lesser-known competitors like Mathias Fluckiger and Lukas Fluckiger with potential victories at Nové Město.

X Games - BMX Park & Vert Finals Showdown

Celebrating its third anniversary in North America, X-Games presents top-notch BMX Park, Vert & Dirt competitions for thrill-seekers worldwide.

Dates: June 2nd-5th

Must-watch reason: Daniel Sandoval seeks to defend his park title while seasoned competitor Daniel Dhers hopes to claim victory once more after winning five previous X-Games titles in Park discipline.

Tour de France - Tradition Meets Competition Intensity

The iconic Tour de France returns for its centennial edition with three weeks of racing across famous landmarks such as Mont Ventoux. Last year's winner Chris Froome leads favorites' list but Peter Sagan could surprise everyone with enhanced climbing abilities and extensive timing race experience under his belt since joining Team Sky from Tinkoff-Saxo squad late last season.

Trans-Siberian Extreme – Riding Across Russia

A true test of endurance spanning over Russia from Moscow to Vladivostok covering approximately nine thousand kilometers.

Start date is July fifth.

End date is twenty-eighth.

Competitors must ride across Russia during these two months until they reach Vladivostok.

It’s one long journey that tests physical strength along with mental stamina.

Red Bull Joyride – Slopestyle Mastery

At Whistler mountain bike park’s Boneyard area comes Red Bull Joyride festival where best slopestyle athletes compete against each other.

In August watch Brandon Semenuk battle against newcomer Brett Rheeder who has emerged as strong contender after winning numerous awards himself.

Location is Whistler Canada

Expected Date is August (exact date pending confirmation on RedBull.com)

Aaron Gwin vies for DH MTB Worlds Title

World Cup circuit ace Aaron Gwin continues search for elusive rainbow jersey which would make him complete champion as well adding further glory onto already illustrious career achievements when participating in Val di Sole Italy September eighth through eleventh.

Val di Sole Italy hosts UCI DH MTB Championships

Event dates are September eighth through eleventh