Mountain Bike Upgrading

XC Upgrading

In the absence of an AB Cup series participants may self select their ability category (Novice, Expert Sport). Open Male or Female is open to any rider.

For Junior, U17 and U15 riders the Racing Committee may grant temporary upgrades to riders in order that they may compete for positions on the Alberta Provincial Team based on selection documents. Riders interested in competing for Team Alberta must submit an Expression of Interest . https://www.albertabicycle.ab.ca/team-alberta-road-track-mtb-para-cx-selection-criteria

U15 athletes wishing to compete in a Canada Cup or Canadian National Championships must submit a Cycling Canada Temporary Age and Ability Upgrade request form https://cyclingcanada.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/2026-Age-and-Ability-Upgrade.pdf