Hosting of MTB Himalaya MTB Himalaya is held in the mountainous state of Himachal Pradesh. Introduction of MTB Himalaya MTB Himalaya was started in 2005 to have a strong initiative on social awareness through cycle racing with minimal prize money. Covering of MTB Himalaya MTB Himalaya covers nearly 500 km (310 mi) in a span of 8 days. Sponsoring of MTB Himalaya MTB Himalaya is sponsored by Hero Cycles India. For the initial 8 years MTB Himalaya was sponsored by Hercules. For 2 years now, MTB Himalaya has been sponsored by Hero Cycles. In the recent events Discovery channel and The Times of India officially partnered the MTB Himalaya. The International Mountain Bicycling Association has been a race partner with MTB Himalaya from the beginning of this popular event. Participation in MTB Himalaya MTB Himalaya has seen about 1200 people take part totally in the 10 years of existence. They have seen participants come from United States, Austria, Germany, Nepal, Bhutan and India. In 2011, 104 riders started the MTB Himalaya and only 42 finished of them. Races in MTB Himalaya MTB Himalaya organising the races in Himalayan foot belt with the 5 races which took the route from Shimla to Manali. These are the two popular destinations in northern part of India after Delhi. Changing of the Route of MTB Himalaya From 2010, the route of MTB Himalaya has been altered and it follows a loop, where the race begins from Shimla and ends at Shimla. It passes through Shimla District, Kullu District and Mandi district, covering Dalhousie and Prashar Lake. Format of MTB Himalaya MTB Himalaya has had the following categories for cyclists: From the year 2011, a trail running category has also been introduced simultaneously with the biking. Related Articles Indian Athletics Cycling in India Himalayan Mountain Range Traditional Sports in India Mountain Biking in India Adventure Sports in India Adventure Sports in Karnataka Tourism in India |
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