Cycling
Are you ready to Red Bull Scramboooooo?
Event back for the 2nd edition
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Last year, Nairobi witnessed pure chaos… the good kind. Imagine Uhuru Park transformed into a downhill battleground. Selected teams were called to the ultimate challenge: be creative and they didn’t disappoint. They came dressed as everything from Flintstones to and animal farm then raced wildly in customized bikes down a course inspired by Nairobi’s iconic roads. It was slippery, scrappy, full of skits, potholes, and pure vibes.
The Flinstones
© Brian kigen, Luke Gent, Ongata Klein
Red Bull Scramboo
© Luke Gent, Brian Kigen , Ongaki Klein
Red Bull Scramboo
© Luke Gent, Brian Kigen , Ongaki Klein
And guess what? It’s back. Bigger, bolder, and scrambooooo’lier than ever.
So, what exactly is Red Bull Scramboo?
This is when a DIY downhill bike race meets a sketch comedy show to have a beautiful baby.
Teams of three (a pusher, a rider, and a driver) pimp their own custom two-wheeled contraption. Then add a theme, some costumes and throw in a skit. And hurtle down a wild obstacle-filled track while being judged on creativity, style, speed, and performance.
Red Bull Scramboo
© Brian Kigen, Luke gent, Ongaki Klein
Red Bull Scramboo
© Brian kigen, Luke gent, Ongaki Klein
Simply put, it’s like if Thika Road traffic was a bike sport.
Last Year’s Highlights
35 squads competed in the first edition and Big up Team Flintstones who took the crown.
Red Bull Scramboo Winners 2024
© Brian Kigen, Luke Gent,Ongaki Klein
· The course? It had a seesaw named Museum Hill, potholes inspired by Waiyaki Way, and a cheeky “Expressway receipt” challenge.
Red Bull Scramboo
© Brian Kigen, Luke Gent, Ongaki Klein
· There were crashes. There were comebacks. There were skits so good, they deserved a standing ovation.
· Special mention to Team Recanon, who came in second and included a visually impaired rider—proof that Red Bull Scramboo is for everyone with heart (and a sturdy helmet).
Red Bull Scramboo
© Brian Kigen, Luke Gent, Ongaki Klein
Red Bull Scramboo 2025 is now officially open for team entries.
If you’ve got:
· Two friends who are as crazy (or crazier) than you;
Scramboo
© Luke Gent, Brian Kigen, Ongaki Klein
· The spirit of DIY!
· A weird bike idea that can actually move,
· A flair for the dramatic (yes, costumes encouraged),
Red Bull Scramboo
© Brian kigen, Luke gent, Ongaki Klein
· And the guts to zoom downhill with Nairobi cheering you on…
Then this is your moment. Don’t just watch it. Be in it.
Key Details
· Team of 3: pusher, rider, driver.
· DIY bike: two wheels, a brake, and handlebars are a must. Dimensions for your bike;
Scramboo Bike Dimensions
© Brian Kigen, Luke Gent, Ongaki Klein
· Skit/theme: Write a skit that’ll make people laugh, cry (laughing), or cheer. Then bring it to life on race day.
· Deadline to register: 1 August 2025
· Final race: 29 November 2025
Want in?
You and your squad could be crowned the next kings (or queens) of Nairobi’s downhill DIY madness.
Link to participate is HERE
We’re waiting on you!
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