Mass starts again at last11 marathon goals for 2022

Tim Folchert

 · 12.01.2022

Mass starts again at last: 11 marathon goals for 2022Photo: Erwin Haiden
Mass starts again at last: 11 marathon goals for 2022
After a two-year dry spell: races with mass starts and spectators are picking up speed again. We show you which MTB marathon you can be at the start in 2022.

Black Forest Ultra Bike

After two consecutive cancellations, there is finally a ray of hope: the Black Forest Ultra Bike Marathon will take place from 15 to 17 July in 2022. Riders can expect revised routes with new, interesting sections on the tried-and-tested classic laps as well as a new event schedule, which for the first time includes the starting signal on Saturday morning and a biker party in the evening. Further information and the registration link can be found at www.ultra-bike.de.

Kronplatz King

The date for the next edition of the Kronplatz King is certain: the starting shot will be fired on 3 September 2022. The 64-kilometre course with a total of 3150 metres in altitude has been adapted this year to include nine kilometres of singletrack. The Online registration for the race in the Puster Valley is already open and offers an early bird discount.

  Kronplatz King - 3 September 2022: With nine kilometres of single trails and the most beautiful alpine panorama, the 64-kilometre course through the Pustertal Valley is a real treat.Photo: Armin Huber Kronplatz King - 3 September 2022: With nine kilometres of single trails and the most beautiful alpine panorama, the 64-kilometre course through the Pustertal Valley is a real treat.

Ischgl Ironbike

At the Ischgl Ironbike Marathon from 3 to 6 August 2022, you can choose between four routes: Light, Medium, Hard and Extreme. There is also the individual time trial, the short track race and the night-time Alpenhaus Trophy on the Idalp. All four races can be completed by amateurs and professionals. Kids can show what they've got at the Kids & Junior Trophy. A fox hunt for e-mountain bikers and a colourful supporting programme with guided tours against the impressive backdrop of the Silvretta massif are also on the programme. Early bookers save on the entry fee. Further information and registration for the Ischgl Ironbike can be found at www.ischgl.com.

  Mass starts again at last! Real marathon feeling to return in 2022. Like here at the Ischgl Ironbike, planned for 3 to 6 August. Mass starts again at last! Real marathon feeling to return in 2022. Like here at the Ischgl Ironbike, planned for 3 to 6 August.

Mountain Bike Challenge

The dates for the Mountain Bike Challenge have been finalised. The list includes nine marathon events in the German-Austrian border region. Watch out: Three marathons will be held on the same weekend at the end of June. However, anyone who completes Trieb and Pfronten or Kirchberg and Pfronten will receive 100 special points for the overall ranking! For 2022, the Season ticket which is available immediately.

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Dates of the Mountain Bike Challenge

  • 08/05/2022 Angerberg (AUT)
  • 29/05/2022 Thurmansbang (GER)
  • 04/06/2022 Glorenza (ITA)
  • 25/06/2022 Kirchberg (AUT)
  • 26/06/2022 Trieb (GER)
  • 16/07/2022 Bad Goisern (AUT)
  • 23.07.2022 Pfronten (GER)
  • 30.07.2022 Schruns (AUT)
  • 06/08/2022 Ischgl (AUT)
  The legendary Salzkammergut Trophy is part of the Mountain Bike Challenge series and is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. There will be a special vintage classification at the 2022 Trophy. More information can be found here >> <a href="https://www.bike-magazin.de/mtb_news/events_rennen/salzkammergut-trophy-2022" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Start of registration for the anniversary Trophy</a>Photo: Martin Bihounek The legendary Salzkammergut Trophy is part of the Mountain Bike Challenge series and is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. There will be a special vintage classification at the 2022 Trophy. More information can be found here >> Start of registration for the anniversary Trophy

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