4th Taça de Portugal Downhill presented by Shimano - Downhill De Prozelo - C1
Event summary
The 4th stage of the Portugal Downhill Cup 2026, presented by Shimano, is a downhill mountain biking race held on May 9 and 10, 2026, in Prozelo, Arcos de Valdevez, Alto Minho, Portugal. This event is classified as a UCI Class 1 (C1) race, attracting elite downhill riders from national and international levels.
The race takes place on the historic and demanding Prozelo downhill track, known for its technical difficulty and steep gradient. The course is 1,600 meters long with a 300-meter vertical drop, featuring mixed terrain including compact earth, root sections, and rock gardens, promising a high-level sporting spectacle.
Categories include various age groups for both male and female licensed riders, as well as open categories for non-licensed riders with mandatory daily insurance. The event is organized by ACRAP and the Cycling Association of Minho, with strong institutional support and a festive competitive atmosphere.
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Start/finish locations: Parque Desportivo do Lameiro, Prozelo, Arcos de Valdevez
Start times per category/distance:
• Friday, May 8: 15:00–18:00 Track Walk (no bikes)
• Saturday, May 9: 09:00–13:00 Training
• Saturday, May 9: 14:00–15:30 Training (Sub 13 and Sub 15)
• Saturday, May 9: 14:00–16:00 Training (Cadets and Master)
• Saturday, May 9: 15:30–17:00 Training (Elites)
• Saturday, May 9: 17:00–18:00 Training (All categories)
• Sunday, May 10: 08:00–09:00 Training (All categories)
• Sunday, May 10: 09:00–09:30 Top 20 Elites
• Sunday, May 10: 10:00 Qualification run
• Sunday, May 10: 14:00 Final run
• Sunday, May 10: 16:30 Award ceremony
Age categories/divisions:
• Federated Male: Sub-13 (11-12), Sub-15 (13-14), Sub-17 (15-16), Sub-19 (17-18), Sub-23 (19-22), Elite (>17), 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 (65-69), Master 70 (>70)
• Federated Female: Sub-13 (11-12), Sub-15 (13-14), Sub-17 (15-16), Sub-19 (17-18), Sub-23 (19-22), Elite (>17), Master Female (>30)
• Open (non-licensed with daily insurance): Open Sub-17, Open Sub-23, Open Expert (+23), Open Female (all ages)
Bib pick-up time and location: Saturday, May 9, 08:30–13:00 and 14:00–18:00; Sunday, May 10, 08:00–10:30
Registration deadline: May 6, 2026, 23:59
Surface types: Mixed: compact earth, root sections, rock gardens
Course format: Downhill race on a 1,600 m track with 300 m vertical drop
Race routes: Pista de Downhill de Prozelo
Toilets and aid station placement: Water points and sanitary facilities available at paddock
Parking and shuttle details:
• P1 (Teams): Near paddock (limited spaces)
• P2 (Public): Access via municipal road, 300 m from finish
Prizes:
• 1st place: Trophy + Diploma
• 2nd place: Medal + Diploma
• 3rd place: Medal + Diploma