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Event summary
The II Troféu de Resistência BTT de Alenquer – Inter Freguesias is a mountain bike endurance race series held in various locations within the Alenquer municipality throughout 2026. The event includes multiple races from April to October, with the second race taking place on May 3, 2026, in Paúla.
The races feature 2-hour endurance formats on courses ranging from 4 to 7 km, primarily on dirt paths and single-tracks. The competition is open to all athletes aged 16 and above, both federated and non-federated, without the need for a cycling federation license.
Categories include male and female divisions across several age groups and an E-Bikes category. The event fosters community involvement through partnerships with local parishes and associations, creating a competitive yet inclusive atmosphere.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Sub 23 (16-22 years) Male and Female
• Elites (23-29 years) Male and Female
• Masters A (30-39 years) Male and Female
• Masters B (40-49 years) Male and Female
• Masters C (50-59 years) Male and Female
• Masters D (60+ years) Male and Female
• E-Bikes Male and Female
Start/finish locations: Various locations within Alenquer municipality, including Paúla, Ota, Pocariça, Ribafria, Atalaia, Abrigada, Cheganças, Cabanas do Chão, and Alenquer
Cut-off times: 2 hours endurance per race
Bib pick-up time and location: Dorsals delivered on race day starting 2 hours before event start until 30 minutes before start at the secretariat or as indicated in individual race regulations
Participants limit: Maximum 300 participants per race
Registration deadline: Defined by the registration platform for each race
Surface types: Mostly dirt roads and single-tracks
Course format: 4 to 7 km loops with multiple laps within 2-hour endurance format
Race routes: Defined and marked by each organizing association
Timing method: Electronic chip timing included in participant kit
Toilets and aid station placement: One assistance point on course; external assistance only allowed at designated points
Prizes: Trophies for top three in each category per race, awarded in podium ceremonies
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MTB 2H
E-bike 2H
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: participant kit includes bib with electronic chip, arm bands, athlete insurance, participation gifts, and refreshments
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and civil liability insurance included (participant bears deductible in case of claim)
🥤 Aid stations: refreshments provided at designated points on course
🏆 Trophies or podium awards: trophies awarded to top three finishers in each category per race
