10th Mega Edition – DANTAK Mountain Bike Race: Enduring Friendship Mountain Bike Challenge, 2023

April 15, 2023

The much-awaited 10th edition of the Enduring Friendship Mountain Bike Challenge is finally back after a long break of three years. Brought to you by the Bhutan Olympic Committee (BOC) and the Border Roads Organization (BRO) Project Dantak, the event will take place on April 30th, 2023.

This year’s event offers a unique opportunity for participants to take on a scenic route through the picturesque mountains of Bhutan. The race will be held in the following format:

i) 100 kms race
ii) 65 kms race
The challenge caters to participants of all ages and skill levels.

FOR REGISTRATION, PLEASE CLICK HERE
RACE GUIDELINES
*LAST DATE OF REGISTRATION: April 26th, 2023
*PLEASE SUBMIT THE DULY FILLED REGISTRATION FORMS AT THE BHUTAN OLYMPIC COMMITTEE OFFICE DURING OFFICE HOURS.

To add to the excitement, the event boasts of total prize money of over Nu. 550,000/- along with Medals and Certificates for all finishers. Following are the details of cash Prizes:

100 kms race
1^st Male and Female: Nu. 50,000/- (Each)
2^nd Male and Female: Nu. 30,000/- (Each)
3^rd Male and Female: Nu. 20,000/- (Each)
4^th Male and Female: Nu. 15,000/- (Each)
5^th Male and Female: Nu. 10,000/- (Each)
6^th Male and Female: Nu. 8,000/- (Each)
7^th Male and Female: Nu. 5,000/- (Each)
8^th Male and Female: Nu. 5,000/- (Each)
9^th Male and Female: Nu. 5,000/ (Each)
10^th Male and Female: Nu. 5,000/- (Each)
11^th Male and Female: Nu. 5,000/ (Each)
12^th Male and Female: Nu. 5,000/ (Each)
13^th Male and Female: Nu. 5,000/ (Each)

65 Kms race
1^st Male and Female: Nu. 25,000/- (Each)
2^nd Male and Female: Nu. 20,000/- (Each)
3^rd Male and Female: Nu. 15,000/- (Each)
4^th Male and Female: Nu. 10,000/- (Each)
5^th Male and Female: Nu. 8,000/- (Each)
6^th Male and Female: Nu. 5,000/- (Each)
7^th Male and Female: Nu. 5,000/- (Each)
8^th Male and Female: Nu. 5,000/- (Each)
9^th Male and Female: Nu. 5,000/- (Each)
10^th Male and Female: Nu. 5,000/- (Each)

*Special awards will be given to the following [must cross the cut-off time at Chuzom]:

Men’s Oldest and Youngest to complete the 100 kms race
Women’s Oldest and Youngest to complete the 100 kms race

Men’s Oldest and Youngest to complete the 65 kms race
Women’s Oldest and Youngest to complete the 65 kms race

First and Second Boy & Girl Junior category (between age of 12 – 18 years) to complete 65 kms race

First and second Man & Woman Veteran category (above 50 years) to complete 65 kms race

The Enduring Friendship Mountain Bike Challenge serves as a symbol of the close and long-standing friendship between India and Bhutan.

So, get ready to gear up and join us for this amazing event that promises to be a thrilling and memorable experience for all.