Taiwan KOM Challenge Opens for Registry and the Cycling Festival

Cycling through Taroko Gorge. Photo: KOM

Enthusiastic cyclists, Taiwan KOM challenge 2015 now opens for registry. 

If you are in shape, enter for the hell of the fun and the chance to win some cash $$$ !! 

If you are not and will not be in shape in 3 months, there are plenty of other fun activities you can enjoy. : )

What is KOM?

KOM stands for King of Mountain. It is a unique uphill cycling race held by the devil… I mean the Taiwan Tourism Bureau. XD

70% of Taiwan is covered by mountains. The central ridge consists of 200+ peaks over 3,000 meters (10,000 ft). The unique terrains offer many “hells”, or “heavens” for some, in uphill cycling with the stunning scenery.  

The KOM challenge features one of the most difficult yet scenic routes. Participants are challenged to climb 3,275 meters (10,745 ft) over 105 km (65 miles) within 6.5 hours.

Photo: KOM

Information

Sounds a hell lot of fun, right? Here is all you need to know about the challenge.

When

OCT 29, 2015 – OCT 31, 2015

Where

Taiwan

Qualification

Riders must be 16 years old and above and capable of finishing the route in 6.5 hours. Total riders limit: 600 (300 quota for foreign/domestic rider, respectively)

      

      Any rider who has had a positive result from a doping test in the past will not be allowed to compete in the Taiwan KOM Challenge

Prize

First prize: $1 mm NTD ($32K USD). 1 USD is about $30 NTD.

Photo: KOM

How to Register

Fee: $5,000 NTD ( $160 USD). Registration will be close on Oct 8, 2015 or when the application meets the quota limit.  

Take a look at the mirror. Discuss with your doctor or trainer. If you think you are pretty fit, don’t hesitate. Register today!

Bikes

It’s the best to bring your own bikes. But bike rental is available in Taiwan too.

The little ants were cyclers in Taroko Gorge. Photo: KOM

Visit KOM official site for more information. Please feel free to email us if you need help arrange your trip… KOM or not.

The KOM challenge is the highlight of the Taiwan Cycling Festival starting from Oct 30, 2015 to Nov 22, 2015. 

There are many different leisure cycling tours available around the island during the festival. If you are not in shape for the KOM challenge, join one of these cycle tours that lead you to the beauty of Taiwan in a relaxing pace. Check here for more information or contact us for help in arrangement. 

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