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The Maratona BTT Rota da Cegonha 2026 is an amateur mountain bike marathon event taking place on Sunday, September 20, 2026, in Santo Est\u00eav\u00e3o, Benavente, Santar\u00e9m. It offers two main distances: a full marathon of approximately 75 km and a half marathon of approximately 50 km.<\/p>\n

The event is open to all participants aged 18 and over, including those using e-bikes, with classifications available for marathon e-bike participants. The race features rural paths and trails marked with white and red ribbons, with some sections open to other vehicles, requiring adherence to traffic rules.<\/p>\n

Participants can compete individually in male and female categories across marathon and half marathon distances. The event includes classifications by age groups and teams, with trophies awarded to top finishers and teams.<\/p>\n","organizer_description":"

Regulation link \u2197<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Age categories\/divisions:<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Male Sub-23 (up to 23 years)
\n\u2022 Male Elites (24-29 years)
\n\u2022 Male Masters 30 (30-34 years)
\n\u2022 Male Masters 35 (35-39 years)
\n\u2022 Male Masters 40 (40-44 years)
\n\u2022 Male Masters 45 (45-49 years)
\n\u2022 Male Masters 50 (50-54 years)
\n\u2022 Male Masters 55 (55-59 years)
\n\u2022 Male Masters 60 (60+ years, minimum 5 participants)
\n\u2022 Female Elites (up to 39 years, minimum 3 participants)
\n\u2022 Female Masters (40+ years, minimum 3 participants)<\/p>\n

Start\/finish locations:<\/strong> Santo Est\u00eav\u00e3o, Benavente, Santar\u00e9m<\/p>\n

Start times per category\/distance:<\/strong>
\n\u2022 09:00 \u2013 E-Bikes Marathon and Half Marathon
\n\u2022 09:15 \u2013 Marathon
\n\u2022 09:20 \u2013 Half Marathon<\/p>\n

Bib pick-up time and location:<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Day before event: 17:00\u201319:00 at start location
\n\u2022 Event day: 07:30\u201308:45 at start location<\/p>\n

Participant limit:<\/strong> 493<\/p>\n

Registration deadline:<\/strong> Wednesday before the event<\/p>\n

Surface types:<\/strong> Rural paths and trails, open to other vehicles<\/p>\n

Course format:<\/strong> Single loop approximately 50 km (Half Marathon) and 75 km (Marathon)<\/p>\n

Race routes:<\/strong> Marked with white and red ribbons, GPX files provided, with signs for dangerous zones and mandatory stops<\/p>\n

Timing method:<\/strong> Time control by event controllers and Apedalar company with checkpoints along the course<\/p>\n

Prizes:<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Trophies for top 5 overall in Marathon and Half Marathon
\n\u2022 Trophies for top 3 in each age category
\n\u2022 Team prizes: 1st place \u2013 400 wheels, 2nd place \u2013 300 wheels, 3rd place \u2013 200 wheels<\/p>\n","race_benefits":"

\ud83c\udfbd Athlete kit: bib number, arm bands, event wristband
\n\ud83c\udfc5 Finisher prize: trophies for top finishers and teams
\n\u23f1\ufe0f Timing + time control with checkpoints along the course
\n\ud83d\udedf Safety support: event controllers at checkpoints
\n\ud83d\udee1\ufe0f Insurance: personal accident insurance included in registration fee
\n\ud83e\udd64 Aid stations: liquid and solid refreshments including final supply
\n\ud83d\udebf Showers available
\n\ud83d\udcf8 Photos of each athlete available on event Facebook page<\/p>\n","event_faq_headline":"FAQ","event_faq_items":[{"item_title":"Can children participate?","item_description":"Participation is open to those aged 18 and over. Participants under 18 must present written authorization from parents or guardians."},{"item_title":"How to register?","item_description":"All registrations must be made exclusively through the website www.apedalar.com before the Wednesday prior to the event."},{"item_title":"Is special equipment required?","item_description":"Wearing a certified cycling helmet correctly is mandatory throughout the race. 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