Mt. Kenya MTB Series

Naro Moru Cycling Festival

The Festival

The inaugural Naro Moru Cycling Festival scheduled to take place  from  Friday 20th – 22nd September will feature four separate cycling events with Naro Moru River Lodge being the center of activity aimed at an audience drawn primarily from the surrounding towns of Nyahururu, Nyeri, Nanyuki, Meru, Karatina and other nearby towns, but also open to all other cyclists nationwide.

Cycle into Excitement

The festival caters to riders of all ages and skill levels, from thrilling races for seasoned adult cyclists to fun-filled events for kids and juniors. The festival ensures that everyone has a chance to participate and enjoy the excitement. It is not just a competition but a community gathering about inclusivity, providing an excellent opportunity for cyclists from across the country to connect, share their passion, and enjoy a weekend of outdoor fun with activities designed to engage the whole family, creating lasting memories for all who attend.

NARO MORU TRAIL TRIAL

For those of you who have not been privy to one of the best kept secrets of the enchanting Mt Kenya slopes; the Naro Moru Trail Trial is a must for you. One of the Mt Kenya MTB mini-series is a delightful introduction to the challenges of cycling at higher altitude and being able to navigate the technical terrain of this region.

The event is set mostly within the boundaries of the Naro Moru River Lodge along the MTB Trails that have been carved out of forests surrounding the Lodge on a route designed to crisscross over the mountain fed river that traverses the Lodge’s grounds. The combination of the high altitude; 2000 metres, technical sections and the scenic single track trails will leave your heart pumping and body craving for more.

Race cATEGORIES

Kids

7-16 yrs (only taking part on 22nd)
7-8 yrs, 9-10 yrs, 11-12 yrs, 13-14 yrs, 15-16 yrs

Juniors

17-18 yrs

ELITE

19-39 yrs

VETS

40-49 yrs

Masters

50 yrs and above

mixed

18 yrs and above

Races, Distances & Entry Fee ( KES)

Friday 26th

12.00pm – Registration Community MTB XCO (3km circuit)

  • Event starts at 3.00pm
  • School youth and Junior Groups:
    U16 and 17/18yrs, teams 4-10 pax
  • 4.30pm: adults (over 18yrs)

ENTRY: FREE

Saturday 27TH

8:00 am – Team Time Trial (4 per Team): 37 km

2:00 pm – Individual Road Race (RR): 100 km

ENTRY: KES 2,000/= per person/per race

Sunday 28TH

8:00 am – MTB XCO Kids Event: 10 km circuit

11:00 am – MTB XCM Adults (2 per Team): 60 km

ENTRY: Adults – KES 2,000/= per person/per race

Kids: KES. 1,500/= per person

Race Rules & Regulations

By accepting to register for the race you agree to abide by our race rules and regulations.

Registration: 7.00 – 8.45am

Race briefing: 8.45am

Race start: 9.00am

2 person team

Adults: KES 4000 per 2 person team

Kids (8-16yrs) KES 1500 per child

Accommodation

SPECIAL ACCOMMODATION RATES

Elevate your biking experience during the Naro Moru Cycling Festival is a 3 day event while Naro moru Trail Trial is a one day event.

how to get there

Use the pin below to find the meeting point for the race.

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