Shimla: Seven days into the 12th Hero MTB Himalaya race, the riders have travelled a distance of 449 kms. The sixth Stage on the seventh day named Heaven’s ridge was a short stretch of 56.3kms featuring an elevation gain of 1,590m and an elevation loss of 824m.
Maximum elevation of 2,040m was achieved by the riders travelling from IIT Mandi, Kamand to Jatingri. Riders were awestruck with the spectacular views of Himalayan landscapes, with the majestic Dauladhars on one side, views to the flatlands on the other and mountains of Kullu District.
Andi Seewald continued his command in the race and finished the stage with a time of 2:21:43. This is his 5th consecutive stage win in the race. Cory Wallace was trailing Rocky Mountain Team 19th minute into the race. He finished 2nd with a time of 2:32:27.
A couple of small crashes happened, Marcus Werf riding under Masters Solo category injured his thigh.
