Hard Enduro champion Manuel Lettenbichler and MX2 world champion Simon Längenfelder will compete at the Red Bull Stoppelboss in Frohburg. A total of 300 riders will battle for seconds, dust, and glory.

When earth piles up on a harvested field, straw bales become jump ramps, and two world champions battle for seconds at full throttle, it’s clear: This isn’t about farming. On November 1st, the Frohburg Triangle will be transformed into an off-road arena. At the Red Bull Stoppelboss, around 300 drivers will compete on loose soil – right in the heart of the Leipzig district.

The starting places have long been taken, but the race will be a special experience for spectators: Admission is free, and the race starts at 10 a.m. Access is via the B7 / Streitwalder Straße – from Grauer Wolf toward Kartoffelhalle. There, the road becomes one-way, and parking is available along the course.

World champions meet amateurs

The Red Bull Stoppelboss is perhaps Germany’s most unusual stubble cross race. The race takes place on a freshly harvested wheat field, which transforms into a 2.7-kilometer circuit dotted with straw bales, tree trunks, and other artificial obstacles. The loose surface demands concentration, sensitivity, and courage: The grip constantly changes, and every meter can mean the difference between victory and a crash.

The focus is on the sporting competition – and it bears a clear signature: Team Mani versus Team Simon. Hard Enduro World Champion Manuel Lettenbichler, who secured his fifth world title just this weekend at the GetzenRodeo, leads the blue team. MX2 World Champion Simon Längenfelder faces him on the red team.

Regional actors are also involved

First, all participants must qualify in the so-called pre-eliminations. Only the top 100 drivers advance to the super final, where they are assigned to the two teams. In several races, the teams compete for two classifications: the best overall performance and the fastest individual time. This means that every start determines the outcome of the race – regardless of whether the driver is a professional or a hobbyist. “What’s special is that world champions and amateurs are racing side by side here,” says Nicky Neubert of Neubert Racing, who supports the event behind the scenes. “This is a rare opportunity to experience motorsport at this level in such a tangible way.”

It’s no coincidence that the event is taking place in Frohburg. Red Bull specifically sought a location in the east – one with motorsport tradition, space, and passion. “The region between Chemnitz, Leipzig, and Dresden is ideal. Frohburg simply has everything: experience, enthusiasm, and the right space,” says Neubert. He personally helped coordinate with local authorities and contacts. “Red Bull has the know-how, but it’s always good to have someone who knows the routes.”

It’s great that Red Bull is doing something here – it brings attention and shows how diverse our region is.

Nicky Neubert – Member of Neubert Racing

Practice sessions and time trials begin at 10 a.m., with the finals following in the afternoon. The highlight is the Le Mans start, where the riders sprint to their bikes before setting off—a spectacular moment reminiscent of legendary off-road races. The event will also be filmed and later posted on Red Bull’s official channels. Spectators should bring weatherproof clothing and sturdy footwear—the terrain will remain natural, in keeping with the format.

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For Frohburg, the Stoppelboss is more than just another motorsport event. “It’s great that Red Bull is doing something here – it brings attention and shows how diverse our region is,” says Neubert. The traditional triangle is once again proving itself to be a home for motorsport – this time literally.

KTM factory rider Manuel Lettenbichler has won the Hard Enduro World Championship for the fourth time in a row, and his fifth time overall. SPEEDWEEK.com spoke with the Red Bull ace from Kiefersfelden.

With one event left before the end of the season, Manuel Lettenbichler of Team Red Bull KTM is already uncatchable in the overall Hard Enduro World Championship standings. At his home race, the GetzenRodeo in Saxony, he secured his fourth consecutive title with victory.

Speaking to speedweek.com, Manual reflected on the win.

Mani, congratulations on winning the title again! How does it feel one day later?

My body is pretty tired, but of course, it feels really cool. I didn’t expect to win the World Championship title again this year, and certainly not in the penultimate race. To achieve it at my home race, where the atmosphere is always extremely good anyway, is obviously very cool. I feel very relieved and proud that everything worked out so well and that the season turned out so well.

You dominated both races in Saxony and finished almost 13 minutes ahead of Mario Roman in the GetzenChamp. How was that possible?

I guess I just rode better than the others. I won both holeshots, which means a lot at the GetzenRodeo. I rode so cleanly from the start that I was able to gain a minute per lap early in the race. I had very good grip and was riding smoothly — the good grip made a huge difference in the Getzenwald. If you go too aggressively, it doesn’t work. I felt very good the whole time, and that continued on the final day. You’re already on the road for two hours in the morning and then another hour and a half in the afternoon, which is not to be underestimated.

Was the route in Saxony significantly different from previous years?

It was similar, but a few elements were different. The X-Loop had also been redesigned, not too difficult, as it had been in previous years. You could ride the whole thing and didn’t have to help each other. In GetzenChamp, the course had become so worn out over time that there was only one line. But it was a good track, and the organizers did a great job.

The fans in Grießbach seem to be particularly motivating you. The route helps with that, doesn’t it?

Absolutely. For me, the GetzenRodeo is the ultimate model race. It will have to go in that direction in the future because it’s perfect for fans to watch. As a spectator, you can get everywhere quickly, and it’s extremely exciting throughout the entire race.

Was there no need for the drivers’ union WERA to take action there?

No, there wasn’t much to complain about; they made it very rider-friendly. The plan for the prologue was actually for the top four to have a race for the prize money, but the organizers and riders decided against it because it was already so late. Especially for this race, the organizers are very open to interacting with the riders, and that will continue to be very important in the future.

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What are your expectations for the season-ending Roof of Africa in Lesotho?

I’m really excited about it. It’s a cool race, too.