Birkebeinerrittet takes place on Sat, Aug 29, 2026 in Rena, Norway. The main route is 84 km.
- Date
- Sat, Aug 29, 2026
- Start
- Rena 🇳🇴
- Distance
- 84 km
- Climbing
- 1,250 m
- Level
- Open to all
Birkebeinerrittet is an 84 km mountain bike race from Rena to Lillehammer, known for its strong tradition and unique course across the mountains.
Official event pageWhat this race demands
Birkebeinerrittet demands sustained mountain biking capability over an 84-kilometer off-road course with moderate climbing, requiring strong pacing and endurance across varied terrain.
Aerobic Endurance
The 84 km distance requires a robust aerobic engine to maintain steady power output over several hours of racing.
Climbing Capacity
Accumulating 1250 meters of elevation gain across the mountain route demands efficient climbing technique and sustained muscular endurance.
Off-Road Efficiency
Racing an 84 km mountain bike course requires technical proficiency and durability to handle the varied mountain terrain from Rena to Lillehammer.
A target intake of 60 to 90 grams of carbohydrates per hour is recommended to sustain performance over the multi-hour duration of an 84 km mountain bike race.
What would it take you?
Pick the level closest to yours for an estimate of finish time on this course and the training a solid preparation needs.
Estimated finish
3:25–4:10
Peak-week training
6–8 h/week
A model estimate from distance, climbing and level, not a promise. Conditions, drafting and pacing move it.
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