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The 3rd Resistência Urbana Noturna Ribeirense is a mountain bike endurance race taking place on April 4, 2026, in Porto de Mós, Leiria. The event features a closed circuit of approximately 4.5 km per lap, with race durations of 2 and 3 hours, including a category for e-bikes.

Open to the general public without the need for a cycling federation license, the race accepts minors with a signed responsibility term, though under-18 athletes may only compete in the 2-hour race. The event promotes cultural and sporting tourism in Porto de Mós and encourages youth participation in cycling.

Participants compete individually across multiple age categories for men, women, and e-bikes, with trophies awarded to top finishers and teams. The race atmosphere combines competitive endurance cycling with community engagement and local cultural exposure.

The 18th Isabelinha BTT Afacycles is a mountain bike event taking place on April 4, 2026, in Viatodos, Barcelos. It features two distances: a 40 km technical course for experienced athletes and a 20 km family-friendly route for recreational cyclists.

The event welcomes participants aged 18 and over for the 40 km and 16 and over for the 20 km. It includes categories for male and female riders, e-bikes, and various age groups, with team awards as well. The race offers a festive atmosphere with a focus on leisure, culture, and tourism along rural trails in Barcelos.

Participants benefit from a new start format with boxes of 50 bikes for safety and flow, and the event includes prizes, finisher medals, and a post-race meal.

The IV Gião Bike Challenge by AJ Carvalho 2026 is a mountain bike race taking place on April 4, 2026, in Gião, Vila do Conde, Portugal. It offers two challenging distances: the Gião Extreme Challenge of approximately 140 km with around 3500 meters of elevation gain and a time limit of 13 hours, and the Gião Race Challenge of approximately 70 km with about 1800 meters of elevation gain and an 8-hour time limit. Both routes are navigated exclusively by GPS, making the race a true test of navigation skills and endurance.

This event is open to individuals and pairs aged 18 and above, emphasizing personal autonomy and preparedness. The race features a rugged terrain mainly consisting of trails, paths, and unpaved roads, crossing public roads and rural properties, which requires attention and respect for safety rules. The race has a competitive spirit with various categories including elite, age groups, e-bikes, and teams, with awards for top finishers in each category. The atmosphere combines extreme endurance sport with a convivial final gathering, embracing technology and adventure.

In parallel, there is a solidarity walk of about 8 km and a bike gincana for children, making the event inclusive for families and different participant profiles. The race’s use of GPS tracking instead of physical markings enhances safety and the challenge, distinguishing it as an innovative endurance mountain bike event.

The II BTT GPS – Cidade de Gandra – Rota do Românico – Ases dos Pedais is a mountain bike race taking place on April 5, 2026, in Gandra. This event offers a challenging route through the historic and scenic Romanesque Route.

The race is open to participants registered in the appropriate categories and is part of a series of cycling events organized by Ases dos Pedais. The course features varied terrain typical of the region, providing a unique experience for mountain biking enthusiasts.