Dolomiti Superbike
📍 Dolomites, Italy
mtb
Date
5 July 2025
Distance
60km · 119km
Elevation
3,900 m
Difficulty
mtb
The Pioneer
Southern Alps, New Zealand · 28 November–3 December 2026
Difficulty: 5/5 — Brutal
A multi-day MTB stage race in pairs across New Zealand's Southern Alps. High-country singletrack, huge alpine climbs and relentless back-to-back days.
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- ~250km total · 5 stages
- Elevation
- 7,000 m
- Surface
- singletrack, gravel
- Typical W/kg
- 3.8–4.8
Rider fit
climbersadventurers
Who it's for
Experienced mountain bikers with strong climbing legs who want a true alpine stage-race challenge with a teammate.
Who will struggle
Riders new to multi-day racing or without solid climbing fitness — the daily vertical gain is unforgiving.
Training focus
High weekly volume, sustained climbing power and multi-day recovery, plus technical descending at altitude.
Are you ready for this race?
Compare your W/kg to see how you stack up against this race's typical level — and which races fit you best right now.
FAQs
Do I need a partner for The Pioneer?+
Yes — it is raced in pairs, so you will need a teammate of a similar pace.
How much climbing is there?+
Expect very large cumulative elevation over the stages, so power-to-weight and pacing are decisive.