India to host highest mountain biking race

According to reports, the world's highest mountain biking race, the EPIC 17000 Mountain Biking Race is to be hosted in Sikkim from June 26. Reportedly, in collaboration with Mountain Goats Adventure Company and Hub Outdoors, the race will be organised by Sikkim North District Administration.

The EPIC 17k race will reportedly be the world's highest race. While last year, the race only had domestic riders, this year, riders from all over the world, including Nepal and Bhutan will be participating.

The race will cover a distance of 300 km and will take place for four days. Medical and logistical support will be provided by the Army and the rescue team will be led by mountaineer Kazi Sherpa.