Strategic Event Overview: The Calpe Gauntlet The 2026 HERO UCI Cross-Country Marathon (XCM) World Cup season launched with a brutal statement of intent in Calpe, Spain. The “Hero Costablanca” course—an 82.2 km trek featuring 2,700 meters of vertical gain—has solidified its reputation as the ultimate technical litmus test for the marathon elite. With 85% of…
The Scott Mediterranean Epic roared into action today with an explosive opening stage that immediately set the tone for a week of world-class racing along Spain’s stunning eastern coastline. Stage 1, the iconic CRONO by Maxxis, delivered exactly what it promised: intensity, precision, and zero margin for error. Set against the dramatic backdrop of the…
Mountain bike racing in the Swiss Alps is as spectacular as it is brutal. Riders face endless climbs, fast technical descents, and breathtaking views that both inspire and punish. From 13–17 August 2025, the Epic Series’ fiercest competitors will contest the SPAR Swiss Epic: five days, 307 km, and nearly 10 000 metres of climbing,…