MTB cycling: The cult event Magura 24h from Duisburg, powered by Stadwerke Duisburg, starts tomorrow in the midst of the fascinating industrial backdrop of the Duisburg-Nord landscape park. Where steel used to burn, 2300 mountain bikers will let their calves burn this weekend.
As every year, the unique 24-hour event will take place in the metropolis in the Ruhr region. As every year, the starting places were sold out shortly after the registration portal opened. The unique atmosphere of the event is attracting more and more mountain bike fans, so it is not surprising that even top-class riders find their way to Duisburg. So did Oberhausen-born Pierre Bischoff, who was the first German participant to win the Race Across America in June. However, the 31-year-old extreme biker, who starts for ASV Duisburg, is not competing in the 24-hour race in Duisburg for the first time: he has already won here four times, twice as a soloist.
In the huge paddock, 4000 people will keep things busy throughout the weekend. In addition to the big stars, there are also many heroes in Duisburg who are not so much in the limelight. In addition to the many helpers, this also includes drivers who pedal for a good cause. For the ninth time, the Siemens bikers around Peter Bongartz are at the start to collect donations for those in need. The bikers have set themselves an ambitious goal: in the last six years, 85.000 euros have been collected, this year the 100.000 euro mark is to be exceeded.
The Magura 24 hours from Duisburg powered by Stadtwerke Duisburg event is rounded off by a very varied supporting programme. Of course, the kids' race on Saturday morning is just as important as a trial show and a Magura wheel of fortune promotion with great prizes. On Saturday evening, DJ Hackstein will give you a great time. The 24-hour race starts at 12 noon on Saturday and ends at 12.00 noon sharp on Sunday.