MessengerE-Bandos e-bike Challenge
Event summary
The E-Bandos e-bike Challenge is a mountain bike event for electric bikes, taking place on July 4, 2026, in Mação, Portugal. The race covers a single circular route of approximately 45 km with 900 meters of positive elevation gain.
Open to all athletes aged 18 and over, the event is non-competitive with no classifications or categories. Participants will experience challenging mountain trails with varied terrain and must be physically and mentally prepared for autonomous mountain riding.
The event includes a refreshment station during the course and a meal after the finish, creating a supportive and communal atmosphere for all participants.
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Start/finish locations: Circular route with start and finish at the same location in Mação
Start times per category/distance: 09:00 start for all participants
Bib pick-up time and location:
• 08:00 – Opening of secretariat for bib delivery near Feira Mostra de Mação
• 08:45 – Secretariat closes
Participant limit: Unlimited
Registration deadline: July 1, 2026
Surface types: Mountain bike trails with some road traffic sections
Course format: Single circular route approximately 45 km with +900 m elevation gain
Race routes: GPS guided or with an organization member
Toilets and aid station placement: One refreshment station on course; refreshments at finish
Prizes: No competitive classifications or prizes
Toilets and aid station placement: Showers available at Pavilhão Municipal de Mação
Location
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E-bike 45 km
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: bib number
🥤 Aid stations: liquid and solid refreshment during the race and at finish
🛡️ Insurance: sports insurance provided according to law
🚿 Showers available at Pavilhão Municipal de Mação
🏅 Meal provided after the event for all participants