Mira Lakes MTB Raid
Event summary
The Raid BTT Lagoas de Mira is a cycle-sport event taking place on January 10-11, 2026, in Mira, Coimbra, Portugal. This event features three routes: a prologue of approximately 3.5 km and two main courses of around 35 km and 55 km, called RAID 35 and RAID 55, respectively. It is open to all participants including juniors (with responsibility terms), amateurs, and elite categories across multiple age groups and bike types such as gravel, mountain bikes, and e-bikes.
The event is organized as an open race under the regulations of the Portuguese Cycling Federation, welcoming a broad profile of cyclists from across the country. It stands out for its scenic routes around the Lagoas de Mira area with marked trails and a festive social character, supporting the local volunteer firefighters association through donations per registration.
Participants can compete individually or in teams, and the race includes classifications for several categories including paralympic, juniors, elites, and masters. The event atmosphere balances sporting challenge with community solidarity and offers a prologue on Saturday evening and the main races on Sunday morning. Additional services such as bike washing, meals, and post-race amenities enhance the experience.
Add to your Events
Add to your plan and stay organized for upcoming events.
Plan itInformation
Age categories/divisions:
• Prologue: Female (single category), Male (single category)
• RAID 35: Female (single category), Male (single category)
• RAID 55: Gravel general classification, E-bikes general classification, Female (single category), Male: Paralympic (Deaf) category, Juniors (17-18), Sub-23/Elites (19-29), Master 30 (30-39), Master 40 (40-49), Master 50 (50-59), Master 60 (>60), Teams general classification (min. 3 athletes)
Start/finish locations: Prologue at Barrinha stage, Praia de Mira; RAID 35 and RAID 55 at Jardim de Mira
Start times per category/distance: Prologue Saturday at 18:30; RAID 35 and RAID 55 Sunday at 09:30
Bib pick-up time and location: Saturday, Jan 10, 15:00–18:00 and Sunday, Jan 11, 07:00–08:30 at Salão dos Bombeiros Voluntários de Mira (Rua Óscar Moreira da Silva)
Participants limit: 800 total; lunch limited to 300 participants
Registration deadline: January 4, 2026 or until participant limit reached
Surface types: Gravel, mountain bike trails, suitable for gravel and mountain bikes, plus e-bikes
Course format: Three marked courses: prologue ~3.5 km, RAID 35 (~35 km), RAID 55 (~55 km)
Race routes: Routes marked with tapes and signs; details available on event website
Timing method: Electronic chip timing via chip installed on back of bib numbers
Toilets and aid station placement: Aid stations at km 20 for RAID 35; km 20 and km 40 for RAID 55;
Prizes: Trophies for top 3 in each category and team classification; medals for all finishers; podium ceremonies at finish zones
Location
get directionsRaces
BTT RAID 35
Gravel RAID 55
E-bike RAID 55
Benefits
🎽 Athlete kit: includes bib number, medal, bike number plates, and event gifts
🏅 Finisher prize: medal and post-race bath access
⏱️ Timing + live results by category using electronic chip timing
🛟 Safety support: organized with support from local volunteer firefighters and event staff
🛡️ Insurance: personal accident and liability insurance included for registered participants
🥤 Aid stations: nutrition and hydration points at strategic locations on courses
🚿 Showers and changing rooms available at Municipal Pavilion of Mira
🧳 Bike washing service provided near finish line
📸 Photography and video recordings are made during the event with rights reserved by the organization
🏆 Awards ceremony with trophies for top finishers in all categories and team rankings
