Messenger2nd MTB dos SaCanas
Event summary
The 2nd BTT dos SaCanas is a non-competitive mountain bike event taking place on September 6, 2026, starting at 09:00 in Canas de Senhorim, Viseu. It offers two route options: a main 50 km trail with medium difficulty and a 20 km mini trail with low difficulty, suitable for a wide range of participants aged 10 and above.
Open to all participants without physical limitations, including minors with parental authorization, the event emphasizes a recreational and convivial atmosphere rather than competition. Participants will enjoy scenic trails through rural paths and municipal roads in the municipalities of Nelas and Carregal do Sal.
After the ride, a communal lunch is available for an additional fee, and all participants receive a finisher medal. Technical t-shirts can be purchased during registration, enhancing the event experience.
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Start/finish locations: Av. Eng.º Dionísio Augusto Cunha, Canas de Senhorim
Start times per category/distance: 09:00 for both 50 km BTT and 20 km Mini BTT
Age categories/divisions:
• Participants aged 10 years and older
• Minors under 18 require parental authorization
Registration deadline: August 30, 2026 at 23:59
Bib pick-up time and location:
• September 5, 2026, 14:00–16:00 at Junta de Freguesia
• September 6, 2026, 07:15–08:45 at event secretariat
Course format: Two marked but unguided routes with shared initial section and separate paths thereafter
Race routes:
• Main BTT route: approximately 50 km, medium difficulty
• Mini BTT route: approximately 20 km, low difficulty
Surface types: Trails, rural paths, public roads, and municipal roads
Prizes: Finisher medal for all participants
Toilets and aid station placement: Refreshments and aid stations available along the route
Timing method: No timing or competitive classification, non-competitive event
Participants limit: Limited to 10 participants for on-site registration without kit
Drop bag policy: Hot showers and bike wash available
Location
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MTB 50 km
MTB 50 km With lunch
MTB 20 km
MTB 20 km With lunch
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: dorsal number, technical T-shirt available for purchase during registration
🏅 Finisher prize: medal awarded to all participants upon finishing
🥤 Aid stations: refreshments and supplies along the route
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and liability insurance included
🚿 Showers and bike wash available after the event
🍽️ Optional communal lunch available for an additional fee
