Bangladesh’s First Ever Nationwide Hunt for the Mountain Bike Champion
P.S. Registering early gets you priority for front-row and forward starting positions!
Akij Bicycle & Engineering Ltd. manufactures bicycles and spare parts in Bangladesh. Launched in 2023 under Akij Venture Ltd., the brand builds bikes engineered for every type of rider.
For Akij Bicycle, riding represents adventure, freedom, and an active lifestyle. Focused on smart design and performance, the brand works to establish a lasting cycling culture across the country, and to elevate cycling as a recognized national sport.
The Akij Bicycle MTB Championship is a high-adrenaline cross country mountain bike competition built on pure endurance.
The event features a relentless mass start format, forcing riders to battle through multiple grueling laps across existing local dirt tracks. It is designed to push your stamina, speed, and technical riding skills to their absolute limits.
Akij Bicycle is committed to strengthening the cycling culture in Bangladesh.
We launched this nationwide platform to identify promising cycling talent, promote a disciplined and competitive lifestyle, and create a definitive pathway for riders to showcase their true potential.
Five checkpoints from online application to the championship title. Male and female riders take different lanes to the same finish line.
Submit your registration through this official portal.
Submitting an application does not guarantee final participation. You must complete the form accurately with all required details. Registration for each division will automatically close once 200 applications are received. Keep an eye on your inbox for a final selection email containing your official BIB Number.
The Akij Bicycle team will evaluate all applications.
There will be an official selection of up to 200 male participants per division, along with a minimum of 30 female participants at the Grand Finale. Selected riders will receive an official confirmation email with their unique BIB Number.
Selected male riders battle it out in divisional qualifying races.
The top 10 finishers from each division will secure their spot in the Grand Finale in Gazipur on January 30, 2027. This creates an elite roster of 80 male finalists, who will join a minimum of 30 selected female riders to compete for the grand title.
Female riders do not need to compete in divisional qualifying races.
Eligible registered female participants will receive a direct ticket to compete in a separate Female Category at the Grand Finale.
The top 80 divisional qualifiers and the selected female cyclists battle for the ultimate championship title in Gazipur.
Divisional qualifying races run every week from December. The next race is highlighted automatically.
Separate prize categories for male and female riders, plus an exclusive 2-year Brand Ambassador contract for each champion.
The Female Category prize structure is subject to a minimum of 30 evaluated and selected participants. If this minimum is not met, the prize money may be reduced based on the organizer’s final approval.
Race performance is monitored by a panel of two AKIJ Bicycle officials and two external judges.
Important: Registration does not guarantee final participation. Final selection and confirmation will be made by AKIJ BICYCLE after evaluating the applications.
To maintain fair competition and rider safety, strict adherence to the official guidelines is required. By completing your registration, you acknowledge and agree to the following Rules and Regulations.
Significant changes will be communicated through official event channels. Registration indicates acceptance of these rules.
Fill out the form completely and accurately to be considered for the AKIJ BICYCLE MTB CHAMPIONSHIP SEASON 1.
Yes. Registration for the AKIJ Bicycle MTB Championship Season 1 is completely free.
Registration ends on 20 November 2026. A division may close earlier once it receives 200 applications.
Anyone aged 12 years and above. Both boys and girls can apply, and all information you submit must be accurate.
No. Akij Bicycle evaluates every application. Selected riders receive an official confirmation email with their unique BIB Number.
No. Eligible female riders get a direct ticket to a separate Female Category at the Grand Finale in Gazipur on 30 January 2027.
A suitable mountain bike in safe working condition with fully functional brakes. A properly fastened helmet and closed shoes are mandatory. Sandals are prohibited, and e-bikes are not allowed unless the organizer permits them.
Starting grid positions are allocated by registration order, so early registrants get priority for front-row and forward starting positions.
A panel of two AKIJ Bicycle officials and two external judges evaluates riders on finishing position (50%), timing and performance (25%), technical riding skills (15%), and fair play and discipline (10%).
Eight Divisions. Eight Races. One National Final. One Ultimate Champion.
Bangladesh’s first nationwide hunt for the mountain bike champion. Organised by Akij Bicycle with Triathlon Dreamers.
20 Nov 2026
Registration closes
04 Dec 2026
First race: Dhaka
30 Jan 2027
Grand Finale: Gazipur
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