9th Edition of Hero MTB Himalaya- Shimla Edition is going to be organized from 8th October to 10th October 2021 in association with the district administration and the department of tourism government of Himachal Pradesh. The 2 day mountain bike racing event touted as India’s most loved MTB challenge has been pioneered by HASTPA and is in its 9th year now. The race is organized in the beautiful city of Shimla and takes the racers through some of the prestige parts of Shivalik mountains. The race started in 2011 with a vision to promote and hunt for new talent in India on the lines of it’s big brother- Hero MTB Himalaya. The race has been supported by Hero Cycles since the past 6 years now.
Covering 120 kilometers over 2 days with an elevation gain of 3000m and highest elevation of 2400m, the race promises a splendid experience for any adventure enthusiast. The race route takes the riders through dense forests, river crossings, rugged terrains and beautiful meadows giving an ultimate off-roading experience to the participants. Route for Heritage ride – Indian Institute, Ridge, NavBhar, Governor House, CTO, Chaura Maidan, Willy’s Park. Stage1 – Shimla, AnandPur, ShadhuPul, Janedghat, Chail, ShadhuPul, Hail Himalya.
Stage 2 – Hail Himalaya, Junga , Chail , Anandpur , Shoghi , Taradevi , Peterhoff.
The event has grown exponentially over the years and receives participation from all over the globe. This year the race will witness participation of riders from over 5 nationalities and more than 20 cities across India who will be taking the challenge in the mighty ‘Shivaliks’. Riders from all across India are keeping their spirits high to win the title of ‘King Of Shivaliks’. The event was much awaited by rider community all across the country as the event is one of the best Mountain Biking events in the country where Champions are made, the race has been influencing India’s top cycling athletes and has given platform for the nourishment of their skills to represent at various national and international levels from last 09 years
The event has set a benchmark for other cross country racing events around the country. “We are elated by the tremendous response.
Our team is excited to see the large volume of participation and will constantly work towards putting the cyclist of the country event and city of Shimla on the global map and also develop himachal as a premier destination for Mountain biking” said President, HASTPA- Mr. Mohit Sood. Cycling groups inkling teams from SSB , ATH , Pedal yatri , from across the country will be a part of the race and will be contesting for the champion city trophy. Large number of registrations have been received from Gurgaon, Jaipur, Chandigarh, Bangalore, and Shimla. The trophy was bagged by Shimla last year with boys from Shimla raging across the podiums of multiple categories.
