We’re Beyond Excited to Announce: 10 Under the Ben Junior 2026!
We’re super excited to launch the 10 Under the Ben Junior on Sunday, 26th April 2026, happening the day after our classic 10 Under the Ben! It’s a day packed with adventure that the whole family will love. 
About 10 Under the Ben Junior: Tailor-made for young champs aged 8-16, this junior endurance race is your kiddo’s chance to shine on the trails! They’ll experience the thrill of mountain biking with a 5-hour plus one lap challenge, mirroring the intensity and excitement of the adult race. With each lap stretching about 5km Loop and featuring 200 meters of climbing, it’s the perfect test of stamina and skill. Participants can go solo, pair or team up for the ultimate biking adventure. 
Whether you’re racing or cheering, it’s a fantastic opportunity to celebrate mountain biking across generations. Join us for an unforgettable day of fun, challenge, and community spirit at Nevis Range. Mark your calendars for an action-packed day where young riders and seasoned bikers alike take on the trails. 
We can’t wait to welcome you to a day of thrilling races and family fun at 10 Under the Ben Junior in 2026! See you there! 
Expect an incredible vibe, camaraderie, and unforgettable memories—whether you’re a participant or a supporter!
10 Under the Ben Junior is all about fun, confidence, and getting kids involved in the world of mountain biking. It’s a friendly, laid-back introduction to enduro-style racing — perfect for young riders who want to give it a go in a supportive, no-pressure environment. Whether they complete one lap or many, it’s all about having a great day out on the trails, enjoying the ride, and getting stuck in. A brilliant day out for the whole family! 🚵♀️🌲
Event Age: 8 – 16 years
Classification Type: M/F/X: 8-10 / 11-13 / 14-16.
E-Bikes – Can E-bikes be entered? No
Gondola Access Required? No, the entire race takes place on our lower trails, so gondola access is not needed.
Every rider or team will be issued a timing chip to track their laps throughout the event.
Solo riders will each receive their own timing chip, which stays with them for the full 10 hours and records every lap they complete.
Pairs and teams will receive one chip per team, which must be handed over between teammates at the end of each lap. Only the rider carrying the chip will have their lap counted — so while you can ride with your teammates for fun, only the chip-holder’s lap will be recorded.
If you’d prefer to ride alongside your friends for the whole event, we recommend entering as solo riders — that way, each person gets their own chip and all laps will count individually.
Need to make changes to your rider entry? Whether it’s updating your bike type, changing your category, or swapping rider details – just drop us an email at [email protected] and our team will sort it out for you! ✅
Chaperones are required for children taking part in the event, but don’t need to ride the trails themselves — just be present during the event.
Adults who would like to ride along with junior participants can register as a chaperone on the day when signing up the junior. Chaperones must display a chaperone plate on their bike.
We currently have a full team of marshals for the event. Should we need additional volunteers, we will announce it on our Nevis Range Facebook Page. Please stay tuned for any updates!
The 10 Under the Ben Junior course will be based on a modified and shortened version of the main 10 Under the Ben trail from the day before. The route will be adapted to approximately 5km with a 200m climb, creating a manageable and rider-friendly track suited to younger participants. Where any technical or more challenging features remain, clearly marked diversions will be in place to offer easier options. This event is designed as a relaxed and fun introduction to enduro racing — there’s no pressure, just a great opportunity for kids to get involved, ride at their own pace, and enjoy the experience.
Route Map: 2026 Map
During 10 Under the Ben Junior, some of our lower public bike trails will remain open with diversions in place. We recommend checking our Mountain Report before your visit for the latest trail and uplift updates on the day:
👉 www.nevisrange.co.uk/mountain-report
Available onsite throughout the event
£6.00 per vehicle, available on a first-come, first-served basis (pay on the day)
Book your stay at The Basecamp Hotel or Campervan Park here: https://www.nevisrange.co.uk/accommodation/.
Overnight parking is available for £15 per night and can be booked on the day at the Ticket Office or online here: Overnight Parking – Nevis Range
Get ready to be part of a fantastic day celebrating mountain biking for all ages. We can’t wait to welcome you to 10 Under the Ben and 10 Under the Ben Junior in 2026!
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