🏔️ The iXS European Downhill Cup is returning to Nevis Range for 2026!
Riders will once again take on the legendary World Cup Track on Aonach Mòr — the home of downhill racing for over 26 years. This event is an exciting celebration of the sport’s history and evolution. 🚴💨
📅 Add the dates to your diary and make sure you’re here to enjoy it!
This is one you absolutely don’t want to miss. 🔥🏔️
Rider Pitt: Please email [email protected] to find out on how to book your space
Spectators don’t need tickets to watch the event from the Base Station, but securing your Gondola Tickets ensures the best view. Choose from our 2 or 3-day passes for the best deals!
Book your Gondola tickets now: Gondola Pass
The IXS European Cup at Nevis Range promises to deliver edge-of-your-seat excitement as international riders tackle one of the world’s toughest downhill tracks. This iconic venue, steeped in mountain biking history, has hosted countless World Cup races and crowned two world champions. Its rugged terrain and challenging design continue to test the limits of the sport’s elite riders. Laurie Greenland currently holds the track record—will we see it shattered this May?
| Event Schedule | ||
|---|---|---|
Day | Description | Time |
Friday | Riders Confirmation | 09h00 – 18h00 |
Track Walk | 10h00 – 12h00 | |
Offical Training | 12h00 – 18h00 | |
Saturday | Riders Confirmation | from 07h30 – 10h00 |
Official Training | 09h00 – 12h00 | |
Non-Stop Training | 12h00 – 13h00 | |
Top Training | 13h00 – 14h00 | |
Track closure | 14h00 – 14h30 | |
Qualification | from 14h30 | |
Sunday | Race Office | from 08h00 |
Official Training | 09h00 – 11h00 | |
Top Training | 11h00 – 12h00 | |
Track closure | 12h00 – 12h30 | |
Finals | from 12h30 | |
Awards Ceremony | about 30 min after race | |
Bike Uplift will be closed to the public for the week of the event.
Please be aware that due to the IXS event, there will be partial closures and diversions on some of our lower trails starting Thursday afternoon and continuing throughout Friday, Saturday & Sunday. Full access to lower trails will resume on Monday/Tuesday the following week.
We appreciate your understanding as we facilitate this exciting event and invite you to enjoy the trails that remain open during these times.
For the latest updates and details on the trails, please view The Mountain Report
This milestone event also plays a critical role in the Continental Series, providing direct pathways for top riders to the WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series. Riders finishing in the top five at the series will qualify to compete in a round of the World Series, while those leading the overall Continental Series standings will secure the opportunity to race in all rounds next season.
Event Highlights:
Please email [email protected] if you would like to be apart of our marshalling team!
Spectators can expect unparalleled action as elite riders push their limits on this historic course. For riders, the stakes have never been higher, with a chance to compete against the best in the world at the WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series on the line. No spectator tickets are required for the event it’s self, but Gondola Tickets for May are on sale now so you don’t miss out on any of the action!
Sponsorship opportunities are still available for this monumental event. Interested parties can contact Nikki Howie at [email protected] for more information.
Get the dates in your diary and join us this May at Nevis Range to witness mountain biking at its very best!
For Media Inquiries:
Nikki Howie
Nevis Range
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 01397 705825
