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SUMMARY:Manipal Marathon 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Manipal Marathon is one of India’s most vibrant community running events — hosted in the energetic university town of Manipal. The experience combines scenic routes\, coastal charm\, student-town energy and sportsmanship\, attracting runners from across South India and beyond. \nCreated to make running accessible to everyone\, the Manipal Marathon features well-managed race formats suitable for first-timers\, recreational runners\, fitness enthusiasts\, and long-distance marathoners. It’s a celebration of endurance\, camaraderie and healthy living. \n\nRun Manipal – A Route Unlike Any Other\n\nCalm coastal weather and greenery\nUniversity-town roads with enthusiastic onlookers\nCheer zones\, hydration support and friendly volunteers\nIdeal for first-timers & PB-chasers alike\n\nWhether you’re chasing a personal record or running for the joy of it\, the Manipal Marathon makes every kilometer memorable. \n\nRace Categories\nRunners can choose from a wide spectrum of distances: \nFull Marathon — 42.195 km\nFor seasoned endurance runners looking for a challenging yet rewarding course. \nHalf Marathon — 21.097 km\nIdeal for intermediate to experienced runners building toward the full distance. \n10K Run\nBalanced competitive format for fitness-oriented runners and timing seekers. \n5K Fun Run / Recreational Run\nOpen to beginners\, college groups\, families\, and runners exploring their first event. \n\nWho Should Participate?\n\nNew runners looking for a friendly environment\nFitness enthusiasts graduating to timed races\nMarathoners seeking a fresh and scenic course\nStudent communities\, colleges\, corporate groups\nRunning clubs & outdoor fitness communities\n\n\nWhat Participants Get\n\nRace bib & runner identification\nProfessionally managed route\nHydration support and on-course medical teams\nFinisher medal & post-race refreshments\nSupportive cheering & a vibrant community vibe\n\n\nWhy Manipal Marathon is a Must-Run Event\n\nBeautiful course in a coastal-university setting\nSupportive running culture & strong volunteer base\nAccess for all skill levels — from Fun Run to Full Marathon\nStrong safety\, logistics and race organization\nWelcoming environment for first-time runners
URL:https://zenmountain.in/event/manipal-marathon-2026/
LOCATION:Manipal\, India
CATEGORIES:Running
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SUMMARY:HCL Cyclothon- Bengaluru Edition
DESCRIPTION:About HCL Cyclothon\nLaunched in 2023 by the HCL Group\, HCL Cyclothon was envisioned as a unifying celebration of cycling- bringing together people from all walks of life who share a love for the open road and the thrill of the ride. What began as a pioneering initiative has evolved into one of India’s largest road-cycling events\, offering the highest prize money for cycling in Asia. \nSpanning multiple major cities\, HCL Cyclothon draws thousands of riders from across the country and across age groups. Support from state governments and oversight by the Cycling Federation of India (CFI) ensures a secure\, motor-free environment- letting cyclists focus on fitness\, competition\, or simply the joy of riding. \nMore than a contest\, the Cyclothon is a movement- encouraging fitness\, community spirit\, and the rediscovery of cycling as a powerful\, life-affirming pursuit. \n\nBengaluru Edition: What You Should Know\nWith its first Bengaluru edition scheduled for February 8\, 2026\, HCL Cyclothon is coming to the “Silicon City.” The race will be held on the scenic stretch of NICE Road\, bringing a world-class cycling event to one of India’s most vibrant urban centres. \nThe total prize purse for the Bengaluru edition has been announced at ₹30 lakh\, reflecting the scale and ambition of the event. \nRegistrations opened on November 27\, 2025\, and will remain open until January 26\, 2026. The pre-race Expo is slated for February 6–7\, 2026. \nBengaluru’s rich cycling culture and enthusiastic community make it an ideal venue- and the event aims to bring together professionals\, hobbyists\, and first-time cyclists in the same ride for sport\, fitness\, and community spirit. \n\nRace Categories: Bengaluru Edition\n\n\n\n\n\nCategory\nDistance & Bike Type\nNotes / Eligibility / Fees*\n\n\n\n\nProfessional Road Race (Elite)\n50 km — Road Cycles\nMass-start criterium; for CFI-licensed riders only.\n\n\nAmateur Road Race\n50 km — Road & Hybrid Cycles\nEntry open for non-Elite cyclists; includes 1 km warm-up/neutral zone before timing begins.\n\n\nAmateur MTB Road Race\n32 km — MTB Cycles\nFor non-Elite cyclists; also uses warm-up/neutral zone before timing.\n\n\nGreen Ride\n16 km — Any Cycle\nNon-competitive\, open to anyone wanting to ride for fun/fitness. Rental bikes available (extra cost).\n\n\n\n\n\n* Entry fees for Amateur Road and Amateur MTB races are ₹1\,499 (all inclusive). For Green Ride\, the fee is ₹499 (excluding rental costs). \nBike-Specifications & Rules (for winners eligibility)\n\nAmateur Road Race: Only road bicycles with drop handlebars allowed; minimum weight 6.8 kg; 700C/650C wheels; no time-trial bikes or aero-bars/extensions.\n\n  \n\nAmateur MTB Race: Standard MTB bikes allowed; suspension permitted; wheel sizes 26″\, 27.5″ or 29″; minimum tyre width 1.95″; no drop handlebars.\n\n  \n\nRiders with non-standard/unsupported bike types can still participate for timing\, but won’t be eligible for prizes.\n\n \n  \n**Disclaimer: While we aim to provide accurate\, timely event information\, all details\, including date\, venue\, category\, and race logistics\, are subject to change by the official organizers. Please verify the latest information through the official event channels before registering or participating.
URL:https://zenmountain.in/event/hcl-cyclothon-bengaluru-edition/
LOCATION:Bengaluru\, Bengaluru\, India
CATEGORIES:Bicycle,Competition,Endurance
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