Eight months before the race begins, the HERO Dolomites has already received over 1,100 registrations, an 80 percent increase over last year. With participants from 38 countries, new initiatives such as the HERO Team Ranking and HERO Girl Power, and a steadily growing international community, the race underscores its significance in the mountain bike marathon scene. The focus remains on the allure of the Dolomites and the challenge of pushing one’s limits.

Ten World Cup races, eight countries, two continents, and six triple-header events: The 2027 WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series calendar combines legendary venues with the return of popular World Cup stops and new locations. The season kicks off on May 21 with the cross-country races in Nové Mesto.

The Swiss mountain bike team Thömus maxon is continuing to develop its structure and is strengthening its roster with international riders for the 2027 season. With the signing of British rider Charlie Aldridge and U23 XCC World Champion Nicolas Halter, as well as contract extensions for Mathias Flückiger and Alessandra Keller, the team is focusing on a combination of continuity, new momentum, and targeted development of young talent.