Categories
Three categories. One mountain. One unforgettable ride.
Race Format
MTB Enduro
This format has various stages on which the riders will have to compete against time. The riders need to get to the start of each stage under their own steam and set a timeframe. The times on the stages add up to represent the overall competition. Each rider will be given a start time for each stage.
What bikes can be used?
MTB Enduro: A full suspension bike or a Hardtail with full-faced helmets.
Race Schedule
- Rider’s arrival at Tawang
- 0900 hours: Opening Ceremony at open Amphitheater, walk through market, old market Tawang.
- 1100 hours: Joy ride around the town.
- 1900 hours: Waiver signing + Race bibs distribution + Mandatory briefing (location will be given after the opening ceremony)
OFFICIAL TRAINING / Familiarization (Mandatory) Day 1
- 0700 hours: Riders assemble at Chamleng Ground.
- 0800 hours: Vehicles depart for the trails
- 0830 hours: Official training begins. SS1-SS5
- 1430 hours: Trails close and riders head for lunch at Chamleng Ground
- 1530 hours: All riders ride returns to their hotel.
OFFICIAL TRAINING/ Familiarization (Mandatory) Day 2
- 0700 hours: Riders assemble at Chamleng Ground.
- 0800 hours: Vehicles depart for the trails.
- 0900 hours: Official training begins. SS1-SS5
- 1430 hours: Trails close and riders head for lunch at Chamleng Ground
- 1530 hours: All riders ride return to their hotel.
- Leisure / Rest Day
- 0630 hours: Riders gather at Chamleng Ground.
- 0700 hours: Riders depart for trails.
- 0800 hours: Race Flag off at LS1
- 1330 hours: Buffet lunch begins at Chamleng Ground.
- 1400 hours: All riders ride returns to their hotel.
- 0630 hours: Riders gather at Chamleng Ground and depart for trails.
- 0700 hours: Riders depart for trails.
- 0900 hours: Race flag off at LS1
- 1330 hours: Buffet lunch begins at Chamleng Ground.
- 1400 hours: All riders ride returns to their hotel.
- 1800 hours: Closing Ceremony.
The Trails
Experience the adventure of Mon-Duro Tawang through our meticulously planned trails, divided into two exciting days. Each trail offers a unique challenge and showcases the breathtaking beauty of Tawang.
Stage 1
Liaison Stage 1
- Distance approx. 3.5km
- Elevation gain: 3,350 meters
- Difficulty level: Moderate
Special Stage 1
- Trail Name: Lama Zhabjhey Trail
- Distance: 1.1 kms
- Elevation gain: 3,350 meters
- Difficulty level: Moderate
- Scenery: Alpine forest, Meadow.
- Key Highlight: Begins from a monument with footprints of the 6th Dalai Lama. (Lama Zhabjhey)
- Trail Conditions: Rocky, Steep descends
- Best time to ride: November end to April (Dry winters)
Stage 2
Special Stage 2
- Trail Name: Kalyenbu Trail
- Distance: 1.8 kms
- Elevation gain: 3,600 meters
- Difficulty level: Moderate
- Scenery: Alpine forest, Meadow.
- Key Highlight: It runs close to an ancient Buddhist Temple “Menkhar Gompa”
- Trail Conditions: Rocky, Steep descends
- Best time to ride: November end to April (Dry winters)
Liaison Stage 3
- Distance approx. 7km
- Elevation gain: 3,360 meters
Stage 3
Special Stage 3
- Trail Name: Methang Trail
- Distance: 1.7 kms approx
- Elevation gain: 3,360 meters
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Scenery: Alpine forest, Meadow.
- Key Highlight: begins from the start of LS1
- Trail Conditions: flowy
- Best time to ride: November end to April (Dry winters)
Liaison Stage 4
- Distance approx. 3 kms
- Elevation gain: 3,360 meters
Stage 4
Special Stage 4
- Trail Name: TsuTsey Trail
- Distance: 480mtrs approx
- Elevation gain: 3,360 meters
- Difficulty level: Moderate
- Scenery: Alpine forest, Meadow.
- Key Highlight: a small but a technical trail
- Trail Conditions: Technical trail
- Best time to ride: November end to April (Dry winters)
Stage 5
Special Stage 5
- Trail Name: Khinmey Trail
- Distance: 2.4 kms
- Elevation gain: 3,200 meters
- Difficulty level: Hard
- Scenery: Rhododendron garden, Meadow.
- Key Highlight: Ends at Nermang Grassland opposite to the Khinmey monastery
- Trail Conditions: Flowy and steep descends, more meadows
- Best time to ride: November end to April (Dry winters)
Stage 1
Liaison Stage 1
- Distance :- 1.24 km
- Elevation Gain:- 4,400 meters
Special Stage 1
- Trail Name: Chumin Trail
- Distance: 1.6 kms
- Elevation gain: 4,400 meters
- Difficulty level: Hard
- Scenery: Rocky barren mountain.
- Key Highlight: Begins near beginning of Thankaphey trail
- Trail Conditions: Rocky, Steep descends, super sketchy and very gnarly
- Best time to ride: November end to April (Dry winters)
Stage 2
Liaison Stage 2
- Distance:- 1.8 km
- Elevation gain:- 4,100 meters
Special Stage 2
- Trail Name: Gromling Trail
- Distance: 1.7 kms
- Elevation gain: 4,100 meters
- Difficulty level: Moderate
- Scenery: Rocky, Meadow and Rhododendron garden.
- Trail Conditions: Rocky, gradual descends
- Best time to ride: November end to April (Dry winters)
Stage 3
Liaison Stage 3
- Distance:-1.9 km
- Elecvation:- 3,760 meters
Special Stage 3
- Trail Name: Broglam Trail 1
- Distance: 0.6 kms
- Elevation gain: 3,760 meters
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Scenery: Rhododendron garden, Meadow.
- Trail Conditions: flowy descends
- Best time to ride: November end to April (Dry winters)
Stage 4
Special Stage 4
- Trail Name: Broglam Trail 2
- Distance: 0.7 kms
- Elevation gain: 3,680 meters
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Scenery: Alpine forest, Meadow.
- Trail Conditions: flowy, Rocky, Steep descends
- Best time to ride: November end to April (Dry winters)
Liaison Stage 5
- Distance:- 1.5 km
- Elevaiton:-3543 meters
Stage 5
Special Stage 5
- Trail Name: Janghon-Tawang Gompa Trail
- Distance: 4.73 kms
- Elevation gain: 3,543 meters
- Difficulty level: Hard
- Scenery: Rhodo shrubs, Juniper Trees and Meadow.
- Trail Conditions: flowy, narrow, Steep descends, technical
- Best time to ride: November end to April (Dry winters)