A bash guard hangs offs the BB shell, and there's a strip of rubber on the frame, otherwise it's open.
A bash guard hangs offs the BB shell, and there's a strip of rubber on the frame, otherwise it's open.
Thanks for clearing that up. I haven't seen a new Demo in-person, yet. I was mostly wondering if there was an issue, or if there was something mechanical that contributed to that slide-out. Probably not, I guess. It looked like Jackson had the same slide-out, with a completely different frame design, so...
Two years in a row that the Collegiate Champs DH turned into a mud slog on an XC-grade track. Not sure what the solution is, but...
Two years in a row that the Collegiate Champs DH turned into a mud slog on an XC-grade track. Not sure what the solution is, but it's definitely frustrating.
The solution is a different venue, or Powderhorn cutting in some access to pinball and getting more medical staff to make getting injured people out easier...
The solution is a different venue, or Powderhorn cutting in some access to pinball and getting more medical staff to make getting injured people out easier. Personally, I like a different venue, and there are lots of options that can be explored. But for the love of God, not Bentonville again.
Just finished watching Hardline, it was a bit of a weird watch for me. I loved how tech and awkward the trail was, looked awesome and...
Just finished watching Hardline, it was a bit of a weird watch for me. I loved how tech and awkward the trail was, looked awesome and fun to ride if you're good enough, but it also was almost too awkward to race. It made the racing a bit boring even if all the runs were great to watch. I also really want a Hardline where the women's race has more than two riders in it, I know they're capable of it.
Slow riding = incredibly difficult terrain, I enjoyed it. Especially since we got to see the full run without any cuts. Oh yeah and it was FREE
Weber and Dailly are the 2026 UCI Mountain Bike E-Enduro World Champions
Germany’s Helen Weber dominated the Women’s Elite race with five stage wins, while France’s Adrien Dailly successfully defended his Men’s Elite crown, as the first rainbow jerseys of the weekend were awarded in Finale Outdoor Region, Liguria (Italy).
17 October 2026 - The UCI Mountain Bike Enduro & E-Enduro World Championships officially got underway on Friday evening with the Parade of Nations and Opening Ceremony, setting the scene for the weekend’s racing in front of riders and spectators alike.
On Saturday, the spotlight turned to E-Enduro, as the world’s leading riders took on the trails of Finale Outdoor Region, Liguria (Italy) in pursuit of the coveted UCI World Champion’s rainbow jersey.
Helen Weber (GER) and Adrien Dailly (FRA) were crowned 2026 UCI Mountain Bike E-Enduro World Champions after commanding performances across a demanding day of racing. Both riders laid the foundations for their victories by winning the opening two stages before building on their advantages throughout the day to secure the Women’s Elite and Men’s Elite rainbow stripes respectively.
Widely regarded as the home of enduro, Finale Outdoor Region has hosted racing every year since 2008. For the UCI Mountain Bike E-Enduro World Championships, the world’s best riders descended on a venue that has fully embraced the format, with a network of 36 dedicated E-MTB trails.
Designed specifically to showcase the unique characteristics of E-Enduro, the UCI Mountain Bike E-Enduro World Championships course featured 63.2 kilometres of racing across six timed stages. With 1,665 metres of pedalled elevation gain and 2,087 metres of descending within the timed stages, plus the connecting liaisons, the course tested not only the riders’ speed, technical ability and endurance, but also their ability to manage battery usage across a long day of racing.
WEBER'S FIVE-STAR DISPLAY SECURES UCI E-ENDURO WORLD TITLE
Helen Weber delivered a masterclass in E-Enduro racing, winning five of the six stages on her way to claiming the UCI Mountain Bike E-Enduro World Championship rainbow jersey.
The opening Toboga di Canova stage immediately set the tone for an action-packed day. At 2.24 kilometres long and featuring 256 metres of descending, it provided the first test of the contenders’ speed and technical skills.
Tracy Moseley (GBR) was looking to add another rainbow jersey to an already glittering palmares that include three Enduro World Series titles and the 2010 UCI Downhill World Championship. The British rider wasted no time in showing her intentions, finishing just 1.3 seconds behind Weber on the opening stage, while Laura Charles (FRA) was also firmly in contention, only two seconds off the pace.
The longest stage of the day, however, would dramatically reshape the battle. Megaroller presented a 6.6-kilometre challenge featuring 907 metres of descending, and disaster struck for Moseley when a mechanical issue cost her almost two-and-a-half minutes and effectively ended her hopes of victory.
Weber capitalised with her second stage win of the day, although Laura Charles kept herself firmly in contention, conceding just six seconds across the long and physically demanding stage. Estelle Charles (FRA), the 2024 UCI E-Enduro World Champion, was also emerging as a contender for the podium after the opening two stages.
There was further drama for Laura Charles on the liaison to stage three, when she was forced to repair a puncture before racing to the start to make her scheduled start time.
The gruelling E-voland stage offered little respite. The 2.68-kilometre test featured 124 metres of climbing and 328 metres of descending across rocky, loose terrain before a steep and technical climb. Weber once again demonstrated her strength, extending her advantage by a further 33 seconds to establish an overall lead of 54 seconds at the halfway point.
The podium battle also took another decisive turn as problems for Claire Chabbert (FRA) cost her more than six minutes and dropped her out of third overall, opening the door for Estelle Charles to move into a comfortable podium position.
At 2.18 kilometres, stage four, Rugetta, was shorter but no less technical, packing 216 metres of descending into the course. Weber continued her commanding performance, gaining another three seconds on Laura Charles, while Moseley bounced back from her earlier mechanical issue to finish third on the stage.
The penultimate stage again belonged to Weber, with Estelle Charles and Moseley completing the stage top three. With five victories from five stages, Weber had put herself firmly in control heading into the final test.
Moseley finally brought Weber’s winning streak to an end on the 2.3-kilometre DH Men stage. Raced for the past 10 years, the iconic trail provided a suitably spectacular finale, with a rough and technical descent towards the Mediterranean. Moseley claimed her first stage victory of the day, beating Weber by 2.8 seconds, with Laura Charles third.
After a dominant day of racing, Weber secured the title by 1 minute 18 seconds over Laura Charles, while Estelle Charles completed the podium in third.
Following her victory, Weber said: “A world title is something that you dream of. My team and I have worked so hard in the past three years to get where we are. I feel like this season it has all come together and this is the cherry on top for me and my whole team. I just felt so confident and I knew I could do it. I couldn’t be more stoked to end the season on such a high. Finale is the home on Enduro, it’s where I started riding Enduro back 10 years ago on a hard tail. It feels a bit like a full circle moment, my whole family is here and it’s just incredible.”
2026 UCI Mountain Bike E-Enduro World Championships - Women Elite Results
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DAILLY RETAINS RAINBOW JERSEY TO CAP MEMORABLE SEASON
Adrien Dailly capped an outstanding season by successfully defending his UCI Mountain Bike E-Enduro World Championship title, adding another rainbow jersey to his collection just weeks after securing the 2026 UCI Enduro World Cup overall crown.
Dailly immediately laid down a marker on the 2.24-kilometre Toboga di Canova opening stage, taking victory by five seconds and making his intentions clear from the outset. Behind him, there was little to separate his closest rivals, with Tiago Ladeira (POR) and Damien Oton (FRA) leading a tightly packed five-way battle for the remaining podium positions.
As in the women’s race, the long and physical 6.6-kilometre Megaroller stage proved pivotal. Dailly seized the opportunity to stamp his authority on the race, producing a blistering run that was 23 seconds faster than his nearest rival. Oton moved into second overall, while Ladeira slipped out of the podium positions after conceding 51 seconds on the longest stage of the day.
Oton responded on E-voland, using the demanding 2.68-kilometre stage and its steep climbing sections to put the leader under pressure. The Frenchman produced a strong, consistent run to take the stage win, finishing five seconds ahead of Dailly and keeping the fight alive.
The battle for the podium took another turn on the powerful 2.18-kilometre Ruggetta stage. Dailly returned to winning ways and stretched his overall advantage to 33 seconds with two stages remaining. Behind him, Ladeira bounced back to finish second on the stage, while multi-format rider Martin Maes (BEL) placed third to consolidate his hold on third overall.
Margins were much tighter on the penultimate 1.2-kilometre Toboga PWR test. Diego Giordanengo (FRA) led a French top four, with Dailly just three-tenths of a second behind in second and Lévy Batista (FRA) taking third.
A late entrant to the UCI E-Enduro World Championships, Maes saved his best for last. The Belgian, whose versatility spans both downhill and enduro, claimed victory on the iconic final 2.31-kilometre DH Men stage. Ladeira finished second, while Dailly took third to safely seal his second consecutive E-Enduro rainbow jersey. After a consistently strong day, Oton secured second overall, with Maes completing the podium in third.
Following his victory, Dailly said: “It was intense, with some really long and physical stages. I pushed hard on stage 2 to open up some gaps, and from there I just kept pushing all the way to the finish. It was a really good day for me.
“I have some great memories here. The racing is always tough and physical, but there’s such a good atmosphere in Finale. I first came here maybe 15 years ago, so it’s always special to come back”.
2026 UCI Mountain Bike E-Enduro World Championships - Men Elite Results
Weber and Dailly are the 2026 UCI Mountain Bike E-Enduro World ChampionsGermany’s Helen Weber dominated the Women’s Elite race with five stage wins, while France’s...
Weber and Dailly are the 2026 UCI Mountain Bike E-Enduro World Champions
Germany’s Helen Weber dominated the Women’s Elite race with five stage wins, while France’s Adrien Dailly successfully defended his Men’s Elite crown, as the first rainbow jerseys of the weekend were awarded in Finale Outdoor Region, Liguria (Italy).
17 October 2026 - The UCI Mountain Bike Enduro & E-Enduro World Championships officially got underway on Friday evening with the Parade of Nations and Opening Ceremony, setting the scene for the weekend’s racing in front of riders and spectators alike.
On Saturday, the spotlight turned to E-Enduro, as the world’s leading riders took on the trails of Finale Outdoor Region, Liguria (Italy) in pursuit of the coveted UCI World Champion’s rainbow jersey.
Helen Weber (GER) and Adrien Dailly (FRA) were crowned 2026 UCI Mountain Bike E-Enduro World Champions after commanding performances across a demanding day of racing. Both riders laid the foundations for their victories by winning the opening two stages before building on their advantages throughout the day to secure the Women’s Elite and Men’s Elite rainbow stripes respectively.
Widely regarded as the home of enduro, Finale Outdoor Region has hosted racing every year since 2008. For the UCI Mountain Bike E-Enduro World Championships, the world’s best riders descended on a venue that has fully embraced the format, with a network of 36 dedicated E-MTB trails.
Designed specifically to showcase the unique characteristics of E-Enduro, the UCI Mountain Bike E-Enduro World Championships course featured 63.2 kilometres of racing across six timed stages. With 1,665 metres of pedalled elevation gain and 2,087 metres of descending within the timed stages, plus the connecting liaisons, the course tested not only the riders’ speed, technical ability and endurance, but also their ability to manage battery usage across a long day of racing.
WEBER'S FIVE-STAR DISPLAY SECURES UCI E-ENDURO WORLD TITLE
Helen Weber delivered a masterclass in E-Enduro racing, winning five of the six stages on her way to claiming the UCI Mountain Bike E-Enduro World Championship rainbow jersey.
The opening Toboga di Canova stage immediately set the tone for an action-packed day. At 2.24 kilometres long and featuring 256 metres of descending, it provided the first test of the contenders’ speed and technical skills.
Tracy Moseley (GBR) was looking to add another rainbow jersey to an already glittering palmares that include three Enduro World Series titles and the 2010 UCI Downhill World Championship. The British rider wasted no time in showing her intentions, finishing just 1.3 seconds behind Weber on the opening stage, while Laura Charles (FRA) was also firmly in contention, only two seconds off the pace.
The longest stage of the day, however, would dramatically reshape the battle. Megaroller presented a 6.6-kilometre challenge featuring 907 metres of descending, and disaster struck for Moseley when a mechanical issue cost her almost two-and-a-half minutes and effectively ended her hopes of victory.
Weber capitalised with her second stage win of the day, although Laura Charles kept herself firmly in contention, conceding just six seconds across the long and physically demanding stage. Estelle Charles (FRA), the 2024 UCI E-Enduro World Champion, was also emerging as a contender for the podium after the opening two stages.
There was further drama for Laura Charles on the liaison to stage three, when she was forced to repair a puncture before racing to the start to make her scheduled start time.
The gruelling E-voland stage offered little respite. The 2.68-kilometre test featured 124 metres of climbing and 328 metres of descending across rocky, loose terrain before a steep and technical climb. Weber once again demonstrated her strength, extending her advantage by a further 33 seconds to establish an overall lead of 54 seconds at the halfway point.
The podium battle also took another decisive turn as problems for Claire Chabbert (FRA) cost her more than six minutes and dropped her out of third overall, opening the door for Estelle Charles to move into a comfortable podium position.
At 2.18 kilometres, stage four, Rugetta, was shorter but no less technical, packing 216 metres of descending into the course. Weber continued her commanding performance, gaining another three seconds on Laura Charles, while Moseley bounced back from her earlier mechanical issue to finish third on the stage.
The penultimate stage again belonged to Weber, with Estelle Charles and Moseley completing the stage top three. With five victories from five stages, Weber had put herself firmly in control heading into the final test.
Moseley finally brought Weber’s winning streak to an end on the 2.3-kilometre DH Men stage. Raced for the past 10 years, the iconic trail provided a suitably spectacular finale, with a rough and technical descent towards the Mediterranean. Moseley claimed her first stage victory of the day, beating Weber by 2.8 seconds, with Laura Charles third.
After a dominant day of racing, Weber secured the title by 1 minute 18 seconds over Laura Charles, while Estelle Charles completed the podium in third.
Following her victory, Weber said: “A world title is something that you dream of. My team and I have worked so hard in the past three years to get where we are. I feel like this season it has all come together and this is the cherry on top for me and my whole team. I just felt so confident and I knew I could do it. I couldn’t be more stoked to end the season on such a high. Finale is the home on Enduro, it’s where I started riding Enduro back 10 years ago on a hard tail. It feels a bit like a full circle moment, my whole family is here and it’s just incredible.”
2026 UCI Mountain Bike E-Enduro World Championships - Women Elite Results
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DAILLY RETAINS RAINBOW JERSEY TO CAP MEMORABLE SEASON
Adrien Dailly capped an outstanding season by successfully defending his UCI Mountain Bike E-Enduro World Championship title, adding another rainbow jersey to his collection just weeks after securing the 2026 UCI Enduro World Cup overall crown.
Dailly immediately laid down a marker on the 2.24-kilometre Toboga di Canova opening stage, taking victory by five seconds and making his intentions clear from the outset. Behind him, there was little to separate his closest rivals, with Tiago Ladeira (POR) and Damien Oton (FRA) leading a tightly packed five-way battle for the remaining podium positions.
As in the women’s race, the long and physical 6.6-kilometre Megaroller stage proved pivotal. Dailly seized the opportunity to stamp his authority on the race, producing a blistering run that was 23 seconds faster than his nearest rival. Oton moved into second overall, while Ladeira slipped out of the podium positions after conceding 51 seconds on the longest stage of the day.
Oton responded on E-voland, using the demanding 2.68-kilometre stage and its steep climbing sections to put the leader under pressure. The Frenchman produced a strong, consistent run to take the stage win, finishing five seconds ahead of Dailly and keeping the fight alive.
The battle for the podium took another turn on the powerful 2.18-kilometre Ruggetta stage. Dailly returned to winning ways and stretched his overall advantage to 33 seconds with two stages remaining. Behind him, Ladeira bounced back to finish second on the stage, while multi-format rider Martin Maes (BEL) placed third to consolidate his hold on third overall.
Margins were much tighter on the penultimate 1.2-kilometre Toboga PWR test. Diego Giordanengo (FRA) led a French top four, with Dailly just three-tenths of a second behind in second and Lévy Batista (FRA) taking third.
A late entrant to the UCI E-Enduro World Championships, Maes saved his best for last. The Belgian, whose versatility spans both downhill and enduro, claimed victory on the iconic final 2.31-kilometre DH Men stage. Ladeira finished second, while Dailly took third to safely seal his second consecutive E-Enduro rainbow jersey. After a consistently strong day, Oton secured second overall, with Maes completing the podium in third.
Following his victory, Dailly said: “It was intense, with some really long and physical stages. I pushed hard on stage 2 to open up some gaps, and from there I just kept pushing all the way to the finish. It was a really good day for me.
“I have some great memories here. The racing is always tough and physical, but there’s such a good atmosphere in Finale. I first came here maybe 15 years ago, so it’s always special to come back”.
2026 UCI Mountain Bike E-Enduro World Championships - Men Elite Results
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Martin Maes, multiple top ten DH World Cup finishes this year and a medal at motorbicycle Worlds. Not bad at all Martin.
Just finished watching Hardline, it was a bit of a weird watch for me. I loved how tech and awkward the trail was, looked awesome and...
Just finished watching Hardline, it was a bit of a weird watch for me. I loved how tech and awkward the trail was, looked awesome and fun to ride if you're good enough, but it also was almost too awkward to race. It made the racing a bit boring even if all the runs were great to watch. I also really want a Hardline where the women's race has more than two riders in it, I know they're capable of it.
Thanks for clearing that up. I haven't seen a new Demo in-person, yet. I was mostly wondering if there was an issue, or if there was...
Thanks for clearing that up. I haven't seen a new Demo in-person, yet. I was mostly wondering if there was an issue, or if there was something mechanical that contributed to that slide-out. Probably not, I guess. It looked like Jackson had the same slide-out, with a completely different frame design, so...
Good thing with the new Demo is the that the primary drive is enclosed so your odds of a rock taking out a chain or ring at that low point is pretty slim..
It's a pretty impressive frame to see in person.. Saw one last week at a shop. So many details to geek out on with the suspension design..
Just finished watching Hardline, it was a bit of a weird watch for me. I loved how tech and awkward the trail was, looked awesome and...
Just finished watching Hardline, it was a bit of a weird watch for me. I loved how tech and awkward the trail was, looked awesome and fun to ride if you're good enough, but it also was almost too awkward to race. It made the racing a bit boring even if all the runs were great to watch. I also really want a Hardline where the women's race has more than two riders in it, I know they're capable of it.
Just finished watching Hardline, it was a bit of a weird watch for me. I loved how tech and awkward the trail was, looked awesome and...
Just finished watching Hardline, it was a bit of a weird watch for me. I loved how tech and awkward the trail was, looked awesome and fun to ride if you're good enough, but it also was almost too awkward to race. It made the racing a bit boring even if all the runs were great to watch. I also really want a Hardline where the women's race has more than two riders in it, I know they're capable of it.
I know, I'm just surprised only two checked off all the features before race day.
Casualty off moving it forward a day. Lina most likely would have got them all but did have to go to the hospital. Jess ended up not feeling it as she’s still dealing with injuries. Vaea was on her to ticking everything but had to leave the event early.
Gilchrist and Richter Prevail as Finale Outdoor Region Crowns 2026 UCI Mountain Bike Enduro World Champions
Australian Ryan Gilchrist and Germany’s Raphaela Richter claimed the Elite rainbow jerseys after a dramatic day of racing in Finale Outdoor Region, Liguria (Italy) while France’s Hugo Marti Montessinos and Slovenia’s Nežka Libnik completed dominant seasons with the Junior UCI World titles.
18 October 2026 - Enduro fans were treated to a spectacular day of racing as Ryan Gilchrist (AUS) and Raphaela Richter (GER) were crowned UCI Enduro World Champions in Finale Outdoor Region, Liguria (Italy), a venue synonymous with the history of the format. The event marked the first time the UCI Mountain Bike Enduro and E-Enduro World Championships had been staged at the iconic destination.
A memorable weekend began on Friday evening with the Parade of Nations and Opening Ceremony, before the E-Enduro riders took centre stage on Saturday. Helen Weber (GER) and Adrien Dailly (FRA) claimed the weekend’s first two rainbow jerseys, setting the tone for Sunday’s Enduro showdowns.
The Enduro competitors duly delivered, with both Elite titles going down to the wire and the medals only decided on the final, iconic DH Men stage. Gilchrist secured the Men’s Elite rainbow jersey by just four seconds over Elliot Jamieson (CAN), with Richie Rude (USA) taking bronze. In the Women’s Elite race, Richter prevailed by an even finer margin, edging Isabeau Courdurier (FRA) by a single second, while home favourite Nadine Ellecosta (ITA) completed the podium.
The Junior titles went to the pre-race favourites and 2026 UCI Enduro World Cup overall winners, Nežka Libnik (SLO) and Hugo Marti Montessinos (FRA).
Finale Ligure and Finale Outdoor Region are internationally recognised as the birthplace of modern enduro, with the destination having hosted enduro competition every year since 2008. For its first UCI Enduro and E-Enduro World Championships, dedicated spectator zones along some of the course’s most exciting sections gave fans a front-row view of two days of world-class racing.
The UCI Enduro World Championships course put riders to the test across six timed stages and 60 kilometres, featuring 1,850 metres of pedalled elevation gain and 2,850 metres of descending within the timed stages. The route showcased the distinctive character of Finale Outdoor Region, weaving through a trail network carved into the landscape and shaped by the area’s history. Racing began in the hills of the Melogno area before descending towards the venue’s iconic finish beside the Mediterranean Sea.
GILCHRIST HOLDS HIS NERVE TO CLAIM UCI ENDURO WORLD TITLE
Ryan Gilchrist claimed his first UCI Enduro World Championship title after an impressive and remarkably consistent day of racing in Finale. Having taken his maiden UCI Enduro World Cup victory earlier this season, the Australian carried that stellar form into the UCI World Championships to secure the coveted rainbow jersey.
Defending champion Richie Rude (USA) returned to Enduro competition for the first time in 2026, having spent the season racing downhill, and arrived in Italy looking to retain the rainbow jersey he had won 12 months earlier. But Gilchrist immediately signalled his intentions, edging Rude by just three tenths of a second on the opening Megaroller stage. Elliot Jamieson was third, nine seconds behind.
The loose terrain of Finale proved well suited to the Australian contingent, who locked out the top two positions on the following 930-metre Oribago test. Luke Meier-Smith (AUS) edged Gilchrist by just eight tenths of a second, while Rude conceded three seconds.
After losing 15 seconds to the leader on the opening stage, Meier-Smith continued to claw back time with victory on the newly created Little Dog. Jamieson kept himself firmly in podium contention with the second-fastest time, while Mirco Vendemmia (ITA) placed third.
The battle intensified on the short and powerful Groppo test, where Meier-Smith claimed his second stage win of the day, finishing just one tenth of a second ahead of Rude. Gilchrist, meanwhile, did enough to retain the overall lead.
Blitz provided the toughest test of the day, and Jamieson kept his title hopes alive with an emphatic stage win, going 4.8 seconds faster than his nearest rival. Gilchrist finished second to hold onto the overall lead heading into the decisive final stage, while Meier-Smith’s third place moved him to within a single second of Rude in the battle for bronze. With just eight seconds separating the top four riders, everything remained up for grabs heading into the iconic DH Men stage.
Rude ensured his return to Enduro would end with a medal, charging through the rough terrain to set the fastest time on the final test. Jamieson gave everything in pursuit of the title, finishing just five tenths of a second behind Rude, while Meier-Smith took third. Gilchrist’s fourth-place finish was enough to seal the rainbow jersey, four seconds ahead of Jamieson, with Rude taking bronze just three tenths further back.
The victory earned Gilchrist the second rainbow jersey of his career, following his UCI Pump Track World Championship title in 2024, and his first at the highest level of Enduro.
Following his victory, Gilchrist said: “This is the most iconic stage in Enduro. Racing down DH Men and then making the liaison back to the square, with the sun setting and my friends by my side, was just incredible. I’ve been able to call my family and my girlfriend back home, and everything I need is right here. It’s all amazing. This is my second rainbow jersey, and to win it in Enduro, which is my passion, makes it even more special. I love this sport.”
2026 UCI Mountain Bike Enduro World Championships - Men Elite results
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RICHTER WINS FINALE THRILLER BY A SINGLE SECOND
Raphaela Richter claimed the biggest victory of her career as she secured her first UCI Enduro World Championship title in Finale Outdoor Region. The German arrived at the season’s showcase event in excellent form, having finished inside the top four at each of the final three UCI Enduro World Cup rounds, including two podium appearances. She also had fond memories of racing in Finale, having won the Enduro World Series event at the iconic venue 10 years earlier.
Richter drew on all her experience on the opening Megaroller test, a 6.69-kilometre stage featuring more than 900 metres of descending. The German immediately laid down a marker, opening an advantage of almost 10 seconds over French pair Isabeau Courdurier and Mélanie Pugin.
Ella Conolly (GBR) entered the UCI World Championships among the favourites after successfully defending her UCI Enduro World Cup overall title with three victories from six rounds. After conceding 17 seconds on the opening stage, however, the British rider had ground to make up. Conolly responded immediately, using her descending skills to win the second stage, Oribago, and claw back several seconds on her rivals.
Nadine Ellecosta, who had also stood on a UCI Enduro World Cup podium this season, then came to the fore on the newly created 1.73-kilometre Little Dog stage, setting the fastest time. Richter hit back on the short Groppo test to claim her second stage victory of the day and retain the overall lead, but her advantage over Courdurier was down to just four tenths of a second with two decisive stages remaining.
With 67 metres of climbing packed into its 4.13 kilometres, Blitz proved pivotal in the battle for the medals. Ellecosta strengthened her podium challenge by taking the stage win, three seconds ahead of Richter, to pile further pressure on the overall leader. Courdurier, meanwhile, conceded 12 seconds and dropped to third overall ahead of the final test.
The French rider responded in style on the iconic DH Men stage, setting the fastest time by six seconds over Pugin, with Richter and Ellecosta a further second back. But Richter had done just enough. The German held on to claim the rainbow jersey by a single second from Courdurier, while Ellecosta secured bronze just three seconds behind the new UCI Enduro World Champion.
The silver medal marked a remarkable result for Courdurier, coming just a year after she gave birth.
Following her victory, Richter said: “The day was pretty good. I was feeling calm and a little nervous in the morning, but not as much as I have at other points in my career. I know that as soon as I sit on the bike, everything will be fine, so I just tried to do my best. I’m always proud to be in the mix at any World Cup, but to have made it all the way to the top today, I honestly still can’t believe it.”
2026 UCI Mountain Bike Enduro World Championships - Women Elite results
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MARTI MONTESSINOS COMPLETES STELLAR SEASON WITH RAINBOW JERSEY
Hugo Marti Montessinos continued his dominant season in the Men Junior category, adding the UCI Enduro World Championship title to his UCI Enduro World Cup overall crown. The Frenchman won three of the day’s six stages in Finale Outdoor Region to build a commanding advantage, while the battle for the remaining medals went all the way to the final stage.
The physically and technically demanding Megaroller opened proceedings, with its 6.69 kilometres immediately setting the tone for a closely fought contest. The top four riders were separated by just over two seconds, with Marti Montessinos setting the fastest time, only two tenths of a second ahead of fellow Frenchman Jules Janniaud (FRA). Nolan Weiss (CAN) and Harper Nelmes (AUS) were also firmly in contention after the opening test.
Marti Montessinos doubled up on the short and fast 930-metre Oribago stage. Nelmes and Weiss kept the pressure on the leader by finishing second and third respectively, while Janniaud conceded three seconds with the seventh-fastest time.
The newly created Little Dog stage shook up the order as Lois Eller (GER) went fastest, edging Janniaud by just two tenths of a second, with Marti Montessinos two seconds further back. Eller carried that momentum onto the short and punchy Groppo test, taking a second consecutive stage win, just five tenths of a second ahead of Marti Montessinos.
The Frenchman reasserted his authority on the physical 4.1-kilometre Blitz, producing a decisive performance to win the penultimate stage by almost 10 seconds. Janniaud kept his medal hopes firmly on track with the second fastest time, while Nelmes finished third.
The fight for the remaining podium places came down to the final DH Men stage. Weiss delivered when it mattered most, producing a superb run to win the fast final test by more than three seconds. Nelmes finished second on the stage, but the result saw him narrowly miss out on the podium as Weiss secured bronze. Janniaud held on to silver by less than two tenths of a second, while Marti Montessinos capped a dominant season by claiming the UCI Enduro World Championship title with a 13-second winning margin.
Following his victory, Marti Montessinos said: “It was so hard and physical. The first stage [Megaroller] was brutal. I managed to save more energy for stage five [Blitz] which was also really tough. Jules [Janniaud] was behind me and pushing me to ride faster. It’s insane.”
2026 UCI Mountain Bike Enduro World Championships - Men Junior results
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LIBNIK RULES AGAIN TO RETAIN RAINBOW JERSEY IN FINALE
Nežka Libnik capped a dominant season in the Women Junior category by successfully defending her UCI Enduro World Championship title in Finale. The reigning UCI Enduro World Champion arrived in Italy having already claimed the 2026 UCI Enduro World Cup overall title and produced another commanding performance to retain the coveted rainbow jersey.
The gruelling 6.69-kilometre Megaroller provided the perfect platform for Libnik to launch her title defence. The Slovenian set the fastest time by 14 seconds over Daisy James (USA), while third-placed Bélinda Baudet (FRA) conceded 43 seconds to the leader.
Libnik continued to stamp her authority on the race, winning each of the next three stages, Oribago, Little Dog and Groppo, to steadily extend her advantage. With two stages remaining, she held a 27-second lead over James, with Baudet 54 seconds adrift in third.
The battle for bronze remained much closer, with Chloe Cres Clement (FRA) sitting just 13 seconds behind compatriot Baudet with two lengthy stages still to come. But on the demanding Blitz test, Libnik once again demonstrated her strength, taking another stage victory and adding a further 35 seconds to her advantage.
James and Baudet strengthened their grip on the remaining podium positions, although Cres Clement remained within striking distance of bronze, just 15 seconds back heading into the final stage. She threw everything at the final 2.3-kilometre DH Men test and was rewarded for her efforts, going 16 seconds faster than Baudet to snatch the bronze medal from her compatriot. James finished second on the stage to secure silver, while Libnik overcame a small crash to finish fourth and successfully defend her UCI Enduro World Championship title by a commanding 59 seconds.
Following her victory, Libnik said: “It was such an amazing race and very hard. The day started really well, although the first stage was very tough. I continued to have a good day, and then stage five [Blitz] was so hard, but we made it through. The sixth stage [DH Men] was so iconic. I just couldn’t follow my lines and I fell, but it was still pretty amazing. I’m really happy.”
2026 UCI Mountain Bike Enduro World Championships - Women Junior results
Super tight racing at the top. MS1 pretty insane result in 4th. Some of the stages looked savage. Bring back more big silly one day enduro...
Super tight racing at the top. MS1 pretty insane result in 4th. Some of the stages looked savage. Bring back more big silly one day enduro events
We gave it a good go! Close encounter with a rock and lost his derailleur battery toward the bottom of the final stage. Hats off to Gilly, Elliot, and Richie. Great battle!
We gave it a good go! Close encounter with a rock and lost his derailleur battery toward the bottom of the final stage. Hats off to...
We gave it a good go! Close encounter with a rock and lost his derailleur battery toward the bottom of the final stage. Hats off to Gilly, Elliot, and Richie. Great battle!
i was out at the new Hard MTB track on Friday. some clips of it in progress (sorry, insta only right now). tracks look tech and tricky as usual. raw slalom looks super cool. will update throughout the week.
XTR M9220 brakes P03A resin finned pads. Levers at 32°
6B750 rotors 200mm front and rear
M9220 pedals MT001 cleats, almost fully tensioned
DHR2 rear New DH casing CC Pro insert 29psi
Assegai front New DH casing no insert 23 psi
Burgtec the cloud saddle mk2, Burgtec 31.8 MK2 stem 50mm, ride wide Enduro alloy bar 30mm rise cut at 770mm. 1 10mm spacer under stem.
Misc:Wolf tooth/Breeden bar ends. Rimpact V1 steerer tube TMD, CounterSycle TMD 380g custom mounted to seat tube.
Rims, Spokes and hubs are close to the chest but he likes 30mm internal width rear rims and 25mm front. 3 cross 32 H rear, 3 cross 28H front. He likes spoke tension on the lighter side, and double butted 2.0/1.65 spokes.
XTR M9220 brakes P03A resin finned pads. Levers at 32°
6B750 rotors 200mm front and rear
M9220 pedals MT001 cleats, almost fully tensioned
DHR2 rear New DH casing CC Pro insert 29psi
Assegai front New DH casing no insert 23 psi
Burgtec the cloud saddle mk2, Burgtec 31.8 MK2 stem 50mm, ride wide Enduro alloy bar 30mm rise cut at 770mm. 1 10mm spacer under stem.
Misc:Wolf tooth/Breeden bar ends. Rimpact V1 steerer tube TMD, CounterSycle TMD 380g custom mounted to seat tube.
Rims, Spokes and hubs are close to the chest but he likes 30mm internal width rear rims and 25mm front. 3 cross 32 H rear, 3 cross 28H front. He likes spoke tension on the lighter side, and double butted 2.0/1.65 spokes.
Full 29? What does he weigh? With 21% static sag what did you see your average ride height with the telemetry kit?
Danny Hart placed first in the DH race at his bike park last weekend. Apparently it was the 10th anniversary of the race.
Unfortunately, it seems that the forest management plan for Hamsterly Forest, where Danny's bike park operates under a lease of some sort, will involve taking down substantial numbers of trees in the forest in the next year or two. More unfortunately, Google tells me they also don't intend to renew Danny's lease when it expires in 2028.
Anyway, here's an Instagram link for those who want to see a few photos from the race (with Danny still on a Norco bike and rocking the Norco kit): https://www.instagram.com/p/DepwDpmCFod/?hl=en .
I noticed that there was no bash guard on Finn Iles's Demo in the start hut. Do they normally run them open like that?
A bash guard hangs offs the BB shell, and there's a strip of rubber on the frame, otherwise it's open.
Thanks for clearing that up. I haven't seen a new Demo in-person, yet. I was mostly wondering if there was an issue, or if there was something mechanical that contributed to that slide-out. Probably not, I guess. It looked like Jackson had the same slide-out, with a completely different frame design, so...
Hell of an event to watch though, I had so much fun watching all those kids blow up strava segments/local egos in shit conditions!
Slow riding = incredibly difficult terrain, I enjoyed it. Especially since we got to see the full run without any cuts. Oh yeah and it was FREE
Weber and Dailly are the 2026 UCI Mountain Bike E-Enduro World Champions
Germany’s Helen Weber dominated the Women’s Elite race with five stage wins, while France’s Adrien Dailly successfully defended his Men’s Elite crown, as the first rainbow jerseys of the weekend were awarded in Finale Outdoor Region, Liguria (Italy).
17 October 2026 - The UCI Mountain Bike Enduro & E-Enduro World Championships officially got underway on Friday evening with the Parade of Nations and Opening Ceremony, setting the scene for the weekend’s racing in front of riders and spectators alike.
On Saturday, the spotlight turned to E-Enduro, as the world’s leading riders took on the trails of Finale Outdoor Region, Liguria (Italy) in pursuit of the coveted UCI World Champion’s rainbow jersey.
Helen Weber (GER) and Adrien Dailly (FRA) were crowned 2026 UCI Mountain Bike E-Enduro World Champions after commanding performances across a demanding day of racing. Both riders laid the foundations for their victories by winning the opening two stages before building on their advantages throughout the day to secure the Women’s Elite and Men’s Elite rainbow stripes respectively.
Widely regarded as the home of enduro, Finale Outdoor Region has hosted racing every year since 2008. For the UCI Mountain Bike E-Enduro World Championships, the world’s best riders descended on a venue that has fully embraced the format, with a network of 36 dedicated E-MTB trails.
Designed specifically to showcase the unique characteristics of E-Enduro, the UCI Mountain Bike E-Enduro World Championships course featured 63.2 kilometres of racing across six timed stages. With 1,665 metres of pedalled elevation gain and 2,087 metres of descending within the timed stages, plus the connecting liaisons, the course tested not only the riders’ speed, technical ability and endurance, but also their ability to manage battery usage across a long day of racing.
WEBER'S FIVE-STAR DISPLAY SECURES UCI E-ENDURO WORLD TITLE
Helen Weber delivered a masterclass in E-Enduro racing, winning five of the six stages on her way to claiming the UCI Mountain Bike E-Enduro World Championship rainbow jersey.
The opening Toboga di Canova stage immediately set the tone for an action-packed day. At 2.24 kilometres long and featuring 256 metres of descending, it provided the first test of the contenders’ speed and technical skills.
Tracy Moseley (GBR) was looking to add another rainbow jersey to an already glittering palmares that include three Enduro World Series titles and the 2010 UCI Downhill World Championship. The British rider wasted no time in showing her intentions, finishing just 1.3 seconds behind Weber on the opening stage, while Laura Charles (FRA) was also firmly in contention, only two seconds off the pace.
The longest stage of the day, however, would dramatically reshape the battle. Megaroller presented a 6.6-kilometre challenge featuring 907 metres of descending, and disaster struck for Moseley when a mechanical issue cost her almost two-and-a-half minutes and effectively ended her hopes of victory.
Weber capitalised with her second stage win of the day, although Laura Charles kept herself firmly in contention, conceding just six seconds across the long and physically demanding stage. Estelle Charles (FRA), the 2024 UCI E-Enduro World Champion, was also emerging as a contender for the podium after the opening two stages.
There was further drama for Laura Charles on the liaison to stage three, when she was forced to repair a puncture before racing to the start to make her scheduled start time.
The gruelling E-voland stage offered little respite. The 2.68-kilometre test featured 124 metres of climbing and 328 metres of descending across rocky, loose terrain before a steep and technical climb. Weber once again demonstrated her strength, extending her advantage by a further 33 seconds to establish an overall lead of 54 seconds at the halfway point.
The podium battle also took another decisive turn as problems for Claire Chabbert (FRA) cost her more than six minutes and dropped her out of third overall, opening the door for Estelle Charles to move into a comfortable podium position.
At 2.18 kilometres, stage four, Rugetta, was shorter but no less technical, packing 216 metres of descending into the course. Weber continued her commanding performance, gaining another three seconds on Laura Charles, while Moseley bounced back from her earlier mechanical issue to finish third on the stage.
The penultimate stage again belonged to Weber, with Estelle Charles and Moseley completing the stage top three. With five victories from five stages, Weber had put herself firmly in control heading into the final test.
Moseley finally brought Weber’s winning streak to an end on the 2.3-kilometre DH Men stage. Raced for the past 10 years, the iconic trail provided a suitably spectacular finale, with a rough and technical descent towards the Mediterranean. Moseley claimed her first stage victory of the day, beating Weber by 2.8 seconds, with Laura Charles third.
After a dominant day of racing, Weber secured the title by 1 minute 18 seconds over Laura Charles, while Estelle Charles completed the podium in third.
Following her victory, Weber said: “A world title is something that you dream of. My team and I have worked so hard in the past three years to get where we are. I feel like this season it has all come together and this is the cherry on top for me and my whole team. I just felt so confident and I knew I could do it. I couldn’t be more stoked to end the season on such a high. Finale is the home on Enduro, it’s where I started riding Enduro back 10 years ago on a hard tail. It feels a bit like a full circle moment, my whole family is here and it’s just incredible.”
2026 UCI Mountain Bike E-Enduro World Championships - Women Elite Results
DAILLY RETAINS RAINBOW JERSEY TO CAP MEMORABLE SEASON
Adrien Dailly capped an outstanding season by successfully defending his UCI Mountain Bike E-Enduro World Championship title, adding another rainbow jersey to his collection just weeks after securing the 2026 UCI Enduro World Cup overall crown.
Dailly immediately laid down a marker on the 2.24-kilometre Toboga di Canova opening stage, taking victory by five seconds and making his intentions clear from the outset. Behind him, there was little to separate his closest rivals, with Tiago Ladeira (POR) and Damien Oton (FRA) leading a tightly packed five-way battle for the remaining podium positions.
As in the women’s race, the long and physical 6.6-kilometre Megaroller stage proved pivotal. Dailly seized the opportunity to stamp his authority on the race, producing a blistering run that was 23 seconds faster than his nearest rival. Oton moved into second overall, while Ladeira slipped out of the podium positions after conceding 51 seconds on the longest stage of the day.
Oton responded on E-voland, using the demanding 2.68-kilometre stage and its steep climbing sections to put the leader under pressure. The Frenchman produced a strong, consistent run to take the stage win, finishing five seconds ahead of Dailly and keeping the fight alive.
The battle for the podium took another turn on the powerful 2.18-kilometre Ruggetta stage. Dailly returned to winning ways and stretched his overall advantage to 33 seconds with two stages remaining. Behind him, Ladeira bounced back to finish second on the stage, while multi-format rider Martin Maes (BEL) placed third to consolidate his hold on third overall.
Margins were much tighter on the penultimate 1.2-kilometre Toboga PWR test. Diego Giordanengo (FRA) led a French top four, with Dailly just three-tenths of a second behind in second and Lévy Batista (FRA) taking third.
A late entrant to the UCI E-Enduro World Championships, Maes saved his best for last. The Belgian, whose versatility spans both downhill and enduro, claimed victory on the iconic final 2.31-kilometre DH Men stage. Ladeira finished second, while Dailly took third to safely seal his second consecutive E-Enduro rainbow jersey. After a consistently strong day, Oton secured second overall, with Maes completing the podium in third.
Following his victory, Dailly said: “It was intense, with some really long and physical stages. I pushed hard on stage 2 to open up some gaps, and from there I just kept pushing all the way to the finish. It was a really good day for me.
“I have some great memories here. The racing is always tough and physical, but there’s such a good atmosphere in Finale. I first came here maybe 15 years ago, so it’s always special to come back”.
2026 UCI Mountain Bike E-Enduro World Championships - Men Elite Results
Martin Maes, multiple top ten DH World Cup finishes this year and a medal at motorbicycle Worlds. Not bad at all Martin.
There were 5 invited.
Good thing with the new Demo is the that the primary drive is enclosed so your odds of a rock taking out a chain or ring at that low point is pretty slim..
It's a pretty impressive frame to see in person.. Saw one last week at a shop. So many details to geek out on with the suspension design..
I know, I'm just surprised only two checked off all the features before race day.
Casualty off moving it forward a day. Lina most likely would have got them all but did have to go to the hospital. Jess ended up not feeling it as she’s still dealing with injuries. Vaea was on her to ticking everything but had to leave the event early.
Gilchrist and Richter Prevail as Finale Outdoor Region Crowns 2026 UCI Mountain Bike Enduro World Champions
Australian Ryan Gilchrist and Germany’s Raphaela Richter claimed the Elite rainbow jerseys after a dramatic day of racing in Finale Outdoor Region, Liguria (Italy) while France’s Hugo Marti Montessinos and Slovenia’s Nežka Libnik completed dominant seasons with the Junior UCI World titles.
18 October 2026 - Enduro fans were treated to a spectacular day of racing as Ryan Gilchrist (AUS) and Raphaela Richter (GER) were crowned UCI Enduro World Champions in Finale Outdoor Region, Liguria (Italy), a venue synonymous with the history of the format. The event marked the first time the UCI Mountain Bike Enduro and E-Enduro World Championships had been staged at the iconic destination.
A memorable weekend began on Friday evening with the Parade of Nations and Opening Ceremony, before the E-Enduro riders took centre stage on Saturday. Helen Weber (GER) and Adrien Dailly (FRA) claimed the weekend’s first two rainbow jerseys, setting the tone for Sunday’s Enduro showdowns.
The Enduro competitors duly delivered, with both Elite titles going down to the wire and the medals only decided on the final, iconic DH Men stage. Gilchrist secured the Men’s Elite rainbow jersey by just four seconds over Elliot Jamieson (CAN), with Richie Rude (USA) taking bronze. In the Women’s Elite race, Richter prevailed by an even finer margin, edging Isabeau Courdurier (FRA) by a single second, while home favourite Nadine Ellecosta (ITA) completed the podium.
The Junior titles went to the pre-race favourites and 2026 UCI Enduro World Cup overall winners, Nežka Libnik (SLO) and Hugo Marti Montessinos (FRA).
Finale Ligure and Finale Outdoor Region are internationally recognised as the birthplace of modern enduro, with the destination having hosted enduro competition every year since 2008. For its first UCI Enduro and E-Enduro World Championships, dedicated spectator zones along some of the course’s most exciting sections gave fans a front-row view of two days of world-class racing.
The UCI Enduro World Championships course put riders to the test across six timed stages and 60 kilometres, featuring 1,850 metres of pedalled elevation gain and 2,850 metres of descending within the timed stages. The route showcased the distinctive character of Finale Outdoor Region, weaving through a trail network carved into the landscape and shaped by the area’s history. Racing began in the hills of the Melogno area before descending towards the venue’s iconic finish beside the Mediterranean Sea.
GILCHRIST HOLDS HIS NERVE TO CLAIM UCI ENDURO WORLD TITLE
Ryan Gilchrist claimed his first UCI Enduro World Championship title after an impressive and remarkably consistent day of racing in Finale. Having taken his maiden UCI Enduro World Cup victory earlier this season, the Australian carried that stellar form into the UCI World Championships to secure the coveted rainbow jersey.
Defending champion Richie Rude (USA) returned to Enduro competition for the first time in 2026, having spent the season racing downhill, and arrived in Italy looking to retain the rainbow jersey he had won 12 months earlier. But Gilchrist immediately signalled his intentions, edging Rude by just three tenths of a second on the opening Megaroller stage. Elliot Jamieson was third, nine seconds behind.
The loose terrain of Finale proved well suited to the Australian contingent, who locked out the top two positions on the following 930-metre Oribago test. Luke Meier-Smith (AUS) edged Gilchrist by just eight tenths of a second, while Rude conceded three seconds.
After losing 15 seconds to the leader on the opening stage, Meier-Smith continued to claw back time with victory on the newly created Little Dog. Jamieson kept himself firmly in podium contention with the second-fastest time, while Mirco Vendemmia (ITA) placed third.
The battle intensified on the short and powerful Groppo test, where Meier-Smith claimed his second stage win of the day, finishing just one tenth of a second ahead of Rude. Gilchrist, meanwhile, did enough to retain the overall lead.
Blitz provided the toughest test of the day, and Jamieson kept his title hopes alive with an emphatic stage win, going 4.8 seconds faster than his nearest rival. Gilchrist finished second to hold onto the overall lead heading into the decisive final stage, while Meier-Smith’s third place moved him to within a single second of Rude in the battle for bronze. With just eight seconds separating the top four riders, everything remained up for grabs heading into the iconic DH Men stage.
Rude ensured his return to Enduro would end with a medal, charging through the rough terrain to set the fastest time on the final test. Jamieson gave everything in pursuit of the title, finishing just five tenths of a second behind Rude, while Meier-Smith took third. Gilchrist’s fourth-place finish was enough to seal the rainbow jersey, four seconds ahead of Jamieson, with Rude taking bronze just three tenths further back.
The victory earned Gilchrist the second rainbow jersey of his career, following his UCI Pump Track World Championship title in 2024, and his first at the highest level of Enduro.
Following his victory, Gilchrist said: “This is the most iconic stage in Enduro. Racing down DH Men and then making the liaison back to the square, with the sun setting and my friends by my side, was just incredible. I’ve been able to call my family and my girlfriend back home, and everything I need is right here. It’s all amazing. This is my second rainbow jersey, and to win it in Enduro, which is my passion, makes it even more special. I love this sport.”
2026 UCI Mountain Bike Enduro World Championships - Men Elite results
RICHTER WINS FINALE THRILLER BY A SINGLE SECOND
Raphaela Richter claimed the biggest victory of her career as she secured her first UCI Enduro World Championship title in Finale Outdoor Region. The German arrived at the season’s showcase event in excellent form, having finished inside the top four at each of the final three UCI Enduro World Cup rounds, including two podium appearances. She also had fond memories of racing in Finale, having won the Enduro World Series event at the iconic venue 10 years earlier.
Richter drew on all her experience on the opening Megaroller test, a 6.69-kilometre stage featuring more than 900 metres of descending. The German immediately laid down a marker, opening an advantage of almost 10 seconds over French pair Isabeau Courdurier and Mélanie Pugin.
Ella Conolly (GBR) entered the UCI World Championships among the favourites after successfully defending her UCI Enduro World Cup overall title with three victories from six rounds. After conceding 17 seconds on the opening stage, however, the British rider had ground to make up. Conolly responded immediately, using her descending skills to win the second stage, Oribago, and claw back several seconds on her rivals.
Nadine Ellecosta, who had also stood on a UCI Enduro World Cup podium this season, then came to the fore on the newly created 1.73-kilometre Little Dog stage, setting the fastest time. Richter hit back on the short Groppo test to claim her second stage victory of the day and retain the overall lead, but her advantage over Courdurier was down to just four tenths of a second with two decisive stages remaining.
With 67 metres of climbing packed into its 4.13 kilometres, Blitz proved pivotal in the battle for the medals. Ellecosta strengthened her podium challenge by taking the stage win, three seconds ahead of Richter, to pile further pressure on the overall leader. Courdurier, meanwhile, conceded 12 seconds and dropped to third overall ahead of the final test.
The French rider responded in style on the iconic DH Men stage, setting the fastest time by six seconds over Pugin, with Richter and Ellecosta a further second back. But Richter had done just enough. The German held on to claim the rainbow jersey by a single second from Courdurier, while Ellecosta secured bronze just three seconds behind the new UCI Enduro World Champion.
The silver medal marked a remarkable result for Courdurier, coming just a year after she gave birth.
Following her victory, Richter said: “The day was pretty good. I was feeling calm and a little nervous in the morning, but not as much as I have at other points in my career. I know that as soon as I sit on the bike, everything will be fine, so I just tried to do my best. I’m always proud to be in the mix at any World Cup, but to have made it all the way to the top today, I honestly still can’t believe it.”
2026 UCI Mountain Bike Enduro World Championships - Women Elite results
MARTI MONTESSINOS COMPLETES STELLAR SEASON WITH RAINBOW JERSEY
Hugo Marti Montessinos continued his dominant season in the Men Junior category, adding the UCI Enduro World Championship title to his UCI Enduro World Cup overall crown. The Frenchman won three of the day’s six stages in Finale Outdoor Region to build a commanding advantage, while the battle for the remaining medals went all the way to the final stage.
The physically and technically demanding Megaroller opened proceedings, with its 6.69 kilometres immediately setting the tone for a closely fought contest. The top four riders were separated by just over two seconds, with Marti Montessinos setting the fastest time, only two tenths of a second ahead of fellow Frenchman Jules Janniaud (FRA). Nolan Weiss (CAN) and Harper Nelmes (AUS) were also firmly in contention after the opening test.
Marti Montessinos doubled up on the short and fast 930-metre Oribago stage. Nelmes and Weiss kept the pressure on the leader by finishing second and third respectively, while Janniaud conceded three seconds with the seventh-fastest time.
The newly created Little Dog stage shook up the order as Lois Eller (GER) went fastest, edging Janniaud by just two tenths of a second, with Marti Montessinos two seconds further back. Eller carried that momentum onto the short and punchy Groppo test, taking a second consecutive stage win, just five tenths of a second ahead of Marti Montessinos.
The Frenchman reasserted his authority on the physical 4.1-kilometre Blitz, producing a decisive performance to win the penultimate stage by almost 10 seconds. Janniaud kept his medal hopes firmly on track with the second fastest time, while Nelmes finished third.
The fight for the remaining podium places came down to the final DH Men stage. Weiss delivered when it mattered most, producing a superb run to win the fast final test by more than three seconds. Nelmes finished second on the stage, but the result saw him narrowly miss out on the podium as Weiss secured bronze. Janniaud held on to silver by less than two tenths of a second, while Marti Montessinos capped a dominant season by claiming the UCI Enduro World Championship title with a 13-second winning margin.
Following his victory, Marti Montessinos said: “It was so hard and physical. The first stage [Megaroller] was brutal. I managed to save more energy for stage five [Blitz] which was also really tough. Jules [Janniaud] was behind me and pushing me to ride faster. It’s insane.”
2026 UCI Mountain Bike Enduro World Championships - Men Junior results
LIBNIK RULES AGAIN TO RETAIN RAINBOW JERSEY IN FINALE
Nežka Libnik capped a dominant season in the Women Junior category by successfully defending her UCI Enduro World Championship title in Finale. The reigning UCI Enduro World Champion arrived in Italy having already claimed the 2026 UCI Enduro World Cup overall title and produced another commanding performance to retain the coveted rainbow jersey.
The gruelling 6.69-kilometre Megaroller provided the perfect platform for Libnik to launch her title defence. The Slovenian set the fastest time by 14 seconds over Daisy James (USA), while third-placed Bélinda Baudet (FRA) conceded 43 seconds to the leader.
Libnik continued to stamp her authority on the race, winning each of the next three stages, Oribago, Little Dog and Groppo, to steadily extend her advantage. With two stages remaining, she held a 27-second lead over James, with Baudet 54 seconds adrift in third.
The battle for bronze remained much closer, with Chloe Cres Clement (FRA) sitting just 13 seconds behind compatriot Baudet with two lengthy stages still to come. But on the demanding Blitz test, Libnik once again demonstrated her strength, taking another stage victory and adding a further 35 seconds to her advantage.
James and Baudet strengthened their grip on the remaining podium positions, although Cres Clement remained within striking distance of bronze, just 15 seconds back heading into the final stage. She threw everything at the final 2.3-kilometre DH Men test and was rewarded for her efforts, going 16 seconds faster than Baudet to snatch the bronze medal from her compatriot. James finished second on the stage to secure silver, while Libnik overcame a small crash to finish fourth and successfully defend her UCI Enduro World Championship title by a commanding 59 seconds.
Following her victory, Libnik said: “It was such an amazing race and very hard. The day started really well, although the first stage was very tough. I continued to have a good day, and then stage five [Blitz] was so hard, but we made it through. The sixth stage [DH Men] was so iconic. I just couldn’t follow my lines and I fell, but it was still pretty amazing. I’m really happy.”
2026 UCI Mountain Bike Enduro World Championships - Women Junior results
Super tight racing at the top. MS1 pretty insane result in 4th. Some of the stages looked savage. Bring back more big silly one day enduro events
We gave it a good go! Close encounter with a rock and lost his derailleur battery toward the bottom of the final stage. Hats off to Gilly, Elliot, and Richie. Great battle!
Can you do a bike check from what Luke raced on?
i was out at the new Hard MTB track on Friday. some clips of it in progress (sorry, insta only right now). tracks look tech and tricky as usual. raw slalom looks super cool. will update throughout the week.
Sure, my flight is delayed so here you go from memory:
Reign Advanced size M high seatstay setting
Fox 38 170 travel 96.5psi 21% static sag psi 0 reducers +0 neg. LSC3 HSC5 LSR9 HSR7
Fox DHX2 W/switch 500lb spring 2 turns preload 21% static sag. Very firm CS90 compression stack and lighter RS30 rebound (thanks Marko!) LSC3 HSC2 LSR8 HSR8
Fox Transfer 180mm
Full Shimano XTR Di2. M9200 9/25 cassette. CRM96 30T chainring. 165mm cranks
XTR M9220 brakes P03A resin finned pads. Levers at 32°
6B750 rotors 200mm front and rear
M9220 pedals MT001 cleats, almost fully tensioned
DHR2 rear New DH casing CC Pro insert 29psi
Assegai front New DH casing no insert 23 psi
Burgtec the cloud saddle mk2, Burgtec 31.8 MK2 stem 50mm, ride wide Enduro alloy bar 30mm rise cut at 770mm. 1 10mm spacer under stem.
Misc:Wolf tooth/Breeden bar ends. Rimpact V1 steerer tube TMD, CounterSycle TMD 380g custom mounted to seat tube.
Rims, Spokes and hubs are close to the chest but he likes 30mm internal width rear rims and 25mm front. 3 cross 32 H rear, 3 cross 28H front. He likes spoke tension on the lighter side, and double butted 2.0/1.65 spokes.
Full 29? What does he weigh? With 21% static sag what did you see your average ride height with the telemetry kit?
rain man over here wtf
very good driver
It's sort of my job so...counting cards...And yes, I'm on the driving sim now, first thing I do when I get home.
82kg. 27.5/29. Dynamic sag is just under 19% front and rear.
Danny Hart placed first in the DH race at his bike park last weekend. Apparently it was the 10th anniversary of the race.
Unfortunately, it seems that the forest management plan for Hamsterly Forest, where Danny's bike park operates under a lease of some sort, will involve taking down substantial numbers of trees in the forest in the next year or two. More unfortunately, Google tells me they also don't intend to renew Danny's lease when it expires in 2028.
Anyway, here's an Instagram link for those who want to see a few photos from the race (with Danny still on a Norco bike and rocking the Norco kit): https://www.instagram.com/p/DepwDpmCFod/?hl=en .
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