Messenger4th MTB Raid – ACR Calvariense
Event summary
The 4th Raid BTT – ACR Calvariense is a mountain bike race taking place on May 17, 2026, in Calvaria de Cima, Porto de Mós, Portugal. The event features two routes: a Mini-Raid of approximately 30 km with low to medium difficulty, and a Raid of approximately 50 km with medium to high difficulty, which includes repeating part of the Mini-Raid route.
Open to participants aged 16 and older, with those under 18 only allowed in the Mini-Raid. The race is part of the Porto de Mós BTT Cup 2026. The course runs through trails, rural paths, public roads, and municipal roads across Porto de Mós, Batalha, and Leiria, with natural and challenging terrain.
The event promotes physical well-being and social interaction among participants, with a competitive yet respectful atmosphere. It includes electronic timing, a supply point, and awards for various age categories and teams, including a Finisher medal for all who complete the distances.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Masculine RAID: Sub23 (19-23), Elites (23-29), Master 30 (30-34), Master 35 (35-39), Master 40 (40-44), Master 45 (45-49), Master 50 (50-54), Master 55 (55-59), Master 60 (60-64), Master 65 (65+)
• Masculine mini-Raid: Juniors (16-18), Sub23 (19-23), Elites (23-29), Master 30 (30-34), Master 40 (40-44), Master 50 (50+), Master 60 (60+)
• Feminine RAID: Elites (19-29), Master 30 (30-39), Master 40 (40-49), Master 50 (50+)
• Feminine mini-Raid: Juniors (16-18), Elites (19-29), Master 30 (30-39), Master 40 (40-49), Master 50 (50+)
Start/finish locations: Football field of Calvaria de Cima, Rua do Campo da Bola, Calvaria de Cima
Start times per category/distance:
• 09:10 – Raid
• 09:15 – Mini-Raid
Cut-off times: Participants must finish by 13:00; those still on course after must inform the organization for transport assistance
Bib pick-up time and location:
• May 16, 15:00–18:00 at the football field of Calvaria de Cima
• May 17, 07:00–08:45 at the same location
Participants limit: 300 paid registrations
Registration deadline: May 12, 2026, 23:59
Surface types: Trails, rural paths, public and municipal roads in Porto de Mós, Batalha, and Leiria
Course format: Two routes: Mini-Raid (~30 km, low/medium difficulty) and Raid (~50 km, medium/high difficulty, repeating 20 km of Mini-Raid)
Race routes: Marked with stone powder, arrows, warning signs, tapes; volunteer support at dangerous points; open to other vehicles
Timing method: Electronic chip timing on bibs by “recordepessoal”
Toilets and aid station placement: One supply point on the course
Prizes: Awards for top 3 in multiple age categories for both Raid and Mini-Raid, male and female; prizes for overall Raid, Mini-Raid, and E-bikes; prize for team with most registrations; Finisher medal for all finishers
Location
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MTB 50 km
E-bike 50 km
MTB 30 km
MTB 50 km FPC / CPT Member
E-bike 50 km FPC / CPT Member
MTB 30 km FPC / CPT Member
Optional Extras
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib number
🏅 Finisher prize: medal for all finishers
⏱️ Timing + live results by electronic chip timing
🥤 Aid stations: one supply point on the course
🚿 Access to showers and changing rooms
🧳 Bike washing service
🛡️ Insurance included in registration fee