Race Information

Race Route

Live The Legend, Be a Khan.

The stage plan for the 2024 edition of the MONGOLIA BIKE CHALLENGE will be a celebration of this incredible race.

Race Organiser Willy Mulonia has been exploring the Mongolia steppes this year to deliver a versatile 680 KM stage plan for the next edition that showcases the picturesque scenery of this magnificent country.

The six stages will take you through beautiful steppes on a spectacular course that will make every passionate biker’s heart skip a beat with mountain passes, unspoiled rivers and panoramic views of rare beauty.

Ah...another news: not anymore over nights in sleeping bags and tent. Just confortable beds and hot showers in really scenary Ger Camps. ;-)

The 2024 MONGOLIA BIKE CHALLENGE: where the impossible becomes possible!

AUGUST 9-18, 2024

 

DISCOVER 2024 EDITION STAGE BY STAGE

Description:

Start immediately into rugged mountains and cross 4 small ridge parallel to each other and continue along the southern foothill of a larger xxx ridge for 30km. This stretch runs along the north side of Tuul river. The landscape is arid steppe with short grass growing on rocky and sandy soil. Then the course turns north into the Khustai mountain range and climbs following small ravines and stream beds for 13km before descending to a group of sand dunes just before the finish lines.

  • LEAVING ULN AT 7:30 AM WITH POLICE ESCORT (28KM)
  • OFFICIAL START FROM KHUI DOLOO KHUNDAG (72 KM)
  • WE ARE GOING TO SLEEP IN A GER CAMP.
  • BED AND "HOT SHOWER"
  • 3G COVERAGE WITH MOBICOM SIM CARD

Overview

Departure: Leaving Ulaan Baatar Down Town at 7:30 am
Arrival: KHUSTAI NATIONAL PARK
Distance: 87Km
Daily Climb: 1700m

Difficulty

Climb Awards: 2
Technical Challenge: Medium-High
Physical Challenge: Very High

Race Timing

Start Time: 9:30 AM
Max. Allowed Time: 7h
Last Arrival Time: 4:30pm

Description:

This stage is fast and fluid. It is a long and spectacular loop that starts and finishes in our Ger Camp. You start climbing for the first few kilometres and then head down into the valley on a long descent. After a flat stretch, you are faced with a long and steep climb of almost 20 kilometres. The last part of the stage is full of small climbs and descents.

Overview

Departure: KHUSTAI NATIONAL PARK
Arrival: KHUSTAI NATIONAL PARK
Distance: 117Km
Daily Climb: 990m

Difficulty

Climb Awards: 1
Technical Challenge: Medium
Physical Challenge: Medium

Race Timing

Start Time: 8:30am
Max. Allowed Time: 8h
Last Arrival Time: 4:30pm

Description:

First half of today’s distance is on mountainous terrain with the race course (distinct car tracks) running on rugged slopes. The profile is marked with frequent ups and downs until reaching the day’s highest point at 57km. From there on it is a long descent. Mountain valleys and with small streams are dry beds eventually give way to a wide open grassland, the Tuul river valley. We cross a concrete bridge and pedal along the lush riverside to finish point.

  • WE ARE GOING TO SLEEP IN A GER CAMP.
  • BED AND "HOT SHOWER"
  • 3G COVERAGE WITH UNITEL SIM CARD

Overview

Departure: KHUSTAI NATIONAL PARK
Arrival: TUUL OVOOT
Distance: 108Km
Daily Climb: 1100m

Difficulty

Climb Awards: 1
Technical Challenge: Medium
Physical Challenge: Medium

Race Timing

Start Time: 8:30am
Max. Allowed Time: 8h
Last Arrival Time: 4:30pm

Description:

This is the second longest stage of the MBC 2023. 130 incredible kilometres without hard climbs or complicated descents in which you are going to add 900 metres of positive vertical drop, and where you are going to reach almost 1500 metres above sea level. The scenery on this day is (even more) endless and the terrain invites you to ride very fast. The end of the stage is at our Ger Camp.

Overview

Departure: TUUL OVOOT
Arrival: TUUL OVOOT
Distance: 130Km
Daily Climb: 1000m

Difficulty

Climb Awards: 1
Technical Challenge: Medium
Physical Challenge: Medium-High

Race Timing

Start Time: 8:30am
Max. Allowed Time: 9H
Last Arrival Time: 5:30PM

Description:

Grasslands of Central Mongolia with 360 views of distant mountain ranges. A series of granite ranges with dramatic rock formations lie alongside the race course. Although arid the grassland is lush enough for hundreds and thousands of traditional livestock to subsist including horses, sheep, goats, camels and cattle of which you will see plenty. Their owners - curious nomadic herders who will come to wave you and their mushroom like houses will be a common sight today. The race course is smooth with packed soils prevailing. However, after completing 3/4 of the distance massive sand dunes will come into your sight and you will finish upon reaching them. Last few km will be sandy though.

  • TONIGHT WE ARE GOING TO SLEEP IN A GER CAMP.
  • BED AND "HOT SHOWER"

Overview

Departure: TUUL OVOOT
Arrival: LITTLE GOBI
Distance: 143Km
Daily Climb: 1700m

Difficulty

Climb Awards: 1
Technical Challenge: Medium-High
Physical Challenge: Very High

Race Timing

Start Time: 8:30am
Max. Allowed Time: 10H
Last Arrival Time: 6:30 PM

Description:

The first 12 kilometres of the stage are the same on the outward and return legs, as they lead to a point where you have to cross the road. Watch out for cars! The police will be on hand to help, but as always, be careful when crossing. After 40 kilometres into the mountains, the climb begins. 12 tough kilometres and a Grand Prix de la Montagne await you. Spectacular rocky scenery and a steep descent bring you back to the valley. All that remains is to continue to the road junction and retrace the first part until you reach the finish line, and the end of the MBC 2024.

Overview

Departure: LITTLE GOBI
Arrival: LITTLE GOBI
Distance: 98Km
Daily Climb: 780m

Difficulty

Climb Awards: 1
Technical Challenge: Low
Physical Challenge: Low

Race Timing

Start Time: 8:30am
Max. Allowed Time: 6:30 H
Last Arrival Time: 3PM

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