China Micangdao International Road Cycling Race 2026 Scheduled for October: Red Leaf-themed Racing Track Empowers the Wind-chasing Event

China Micangdao International Road Cycling Race 2026 Scheduled for October: Red Leaf-themed Racing Track Empowers the Wind-chasing Event

‌Riders will chase the autumn breeze as they traverse the vibrant colorful forests and mountainous wilds. China Micangdao International Road Cycling Race 2026 has been officially scheduled, and will kick off on October 11 at Micang Avenue, Bazhong, Sichuan. Leveraging the local unique natural ecology and cultural heritage, the event deeply integrates professional cycling competition with autumn mountain and river scenery, creating an immersive event experience for both cycling enthusiasts and professional riders.

The racing track of the event is located within an ecological red-leaf landscape area covering 680 km2, linking karst peak cluster landforms with the historical and cultural heritage of Micang Ancient Road, breaking the traditional single-mode competitive track pattern. As riders gallop along the racing track, they can feast their eyes on the autumn red leaf scenery of of Mount Guangwu, experience the speed and charm of cycling in a landscape painting, and unlock a brand-new way to explore the millennium-old Micang Ancient Road.

Two major competition categories are set up for the event, the professional group and the open group, to meet the needs of different participating groups. The total prize pool for the event reaches RMB 150,000, establishing a competitive platform that combines professionalism with inclusivity for all.

The professional group race covers a full distance of ‌145km, with a single-category prize pool ‌of RMB 80,000‌. The racing track starts at Red Leaf Square in Guangwushan Town, passes through Siya and Meicang Avenue, turns back at Linjiang Lixia, and then returns to Siya as the finish line. The event will gather multiple intercontinental teams to compete on the same field, and the high-level showdown will bring extremely strong viewing appeal and competitive highlights.

The open group race for the public is 58km, with a single-category prize pool ‌of ‌RMB 70,000‌. The start and finish points of the racing track are the same as those of the professional group, and the turning point is set at Shenmen Station on Micang Avenue. The groups are subdivided into Men's Road Open Group, Men's Road Master Group, and Men's Road Youth Group, covering cycling enthusiasts of all age groups. This allows amateur riders to step onto the professional event track and experience the fun of competitive racing.

Compared with conventional cycling events, the event stands out with prominent unique advantages and delivers a fully upgraded event experience. The whole area of the racing track is located in the core red-leaf scenic area of Mount Guangwu. In autumn, the forests are fully dyed in vibrant hues and the scenery is enchanting, forming an immersive red-leaf cycling landscape belt. The racing track runs adjacent to the millennium-old Micang Ancient Road, where natural landscapes and profound historical culture are perfectly integrated, endowing the cycling sport with unique cultural heritage.

During the event, full-section traffic control will be implemented on the racing track to eliminate interference from social vehicles, ensure the safety and smooth participation of athletes, while fully presenting a high-quality competitive state. Meanwhile, the complete supporting guarantee system has been established for the event, with service teams for medical rescue, material supply, video recording, professional timing and other services deployed all along the track to ensure a comprehensive safety defense for the event and provide protection for the participants. The generous prize pool of the event will further fuel the riders' competitive enthusiasm and support them to go all out in the competition.

It is learned that the registration channel for the event has been officially opened. Participants can scan the QR code via official channels to register, and simultaneously access complete information of the event including the course map, competition rules and athlete guidelines. This autumn, cycling riders from all sides will gather at Micang Avenue in Bazhong, chasing the wind and weaving through red leaves. They will meet the autumn mountains and rivers through this cycling event, to show the vitality and charm of sports. (Source: Bazhong Cultural and Tourism Demonstration Zone)

Translated by: Zhang Feng from Jinan University

Reviewed by: Mao Min from Beijing Yooyi Culture and Media Com., Ltd.