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Shimla to Host MTB Shimla 2026: Nearly 100 Cyclists Gear Up for Himalayan Challenge
✍️ Business Standard
🗓 03 Nov 2026, 10:46 AM
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Shimla will stage the MTB Shimla 2026 race, attracting close to a hundred riders who will tackle rugged Himalayan routes.
Shimla is set to host the MTB Shimla 2026, a mountain‑bike event that will see nearly 100 riders take on the demanding Himalayan terrain.
The race, scheduled for 2026, will feature a series of challenging laps around the hills surrounding the city, offering a mix of technical descents and steep climbs.
Organisers have highlighted the event as a key fixture for India’s growing mountain‑biking community, aiming to attract both domestic and international competitors.
Participants will race through scenic routes that showcase Shimla’s natural beauty while testing their endurance and bike handling skills.
The event is expected to boost local tourism and promote the region as a destination for adventure sports.
The race, scheduled for 2026, will feature a series of challenging laps around the hills surrounding the city, offering a mix of technical descents and steep climbs.
Organisers have highlighted the event as a key fixture for India’s growing mountain‑biking community, aiming to attract both domestic and international competitors.
Participants will race through scenic routes that showcase Shimla’s natural beauty while testing their endurance and bike handling skills.
The event is expected to boost local tourism and promote the region as a destination for adventure sports.