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Event summary
The 4th Edition of the Taça Oeste XCM BTT is an amateur marathon mountain bike race series held in 2026. The event includes four stages with marathon and half-marathon distances, taking place on rural paths and trails approximately 40 km and 60 km long.
Open to all participants aged 18 and over, with special provisions for under-18s with parental authorization. E-Bikes are allowed but only classified in the marathon category. The race features age categories for men and women and is part of a competitive series with points awarded per stage and overall classification.
The courses are marked with chalk and arrows, and GPX tracks are provided. The event offers a festive atmosphere with organized start boxes, timing controls, and mandatory safety equipment like helmets.
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Age categories/divisions:
• Sub-23 (up to 23 years) Male
• Elites (24-29 years) Male
• Masters 30 (30-39 years) Male
• Masters 40 (40-49 years) Male
• Masters 50 (50-59 years) Male
• Masters 60 (60+ years) Male (minimum 5 participants per race)
• Elites Female (up to 39 years) Half Marathon (minimum 3 participants per race)
• Masters Female (40+ years) Half Marathon (minimum 3 participants per race)
Start/finish locations: At the event venue (not explicitly specified in the text)
Start times per category/distance: Start time for all stages: 09:00
Bib pick-up time and location: Secretariado opens the day before each stage from 17:00 to 19:00 and on race day from 07:30 to 09:30
Registration deadline: Registrations close on the Tuesday before each stage
Surface types: Rural paths and trails, open to other vehicles; participants must comply with traffic rules
Course format: Marathon (~60 km) and Half Marathon (~40 km) routes, marked with chalk and red arrows on white background, GPX files provided
Race routes: Approximately 40 km for Half Marathon and 60 km for Marathon, with possible changes due to force majeure
Timing method: Time control by event controllers and Apedalar company, with control points along the course
Prizes: Mandatory presence of top 3 classified in each category at award ceremonies; final prizes awarded at a date and location to be communicated by the organization
Location
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MTB 60 km
MTB 40 km
MTB 60 km With lunch
MTB 40 km With lunch
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: race bib and arm bands
🏅 Finisher prize: souvenirs and gifts
⏱️ Timing + official time control with checkpoints along the course
🛟 Safety support: mandatory helmet use, organization staff at control points
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident insurance included in registration fee
🥤 Aid stations: liquid and solid refreshments including final supply
🚿 Showers available
📸 Photos of each athlete published on official Facebook page
