Mountain Trek, Meet at Yunding|Registration Opens for the 2026 2nd Yunding Cup Off‑Road Vehicle Challenge
Trapped amid urban asphalt roads, who would not long for the thrill of tires rolling over dirt and engines roaring against mountain winds?
Last year, hundreds of off‑road vehicles gathered at Yunding. Car enthusiasts charged up slopes side‑by‑side, bonded over their passion for cars and built brotherhood with fellows from all over the country. Registration for the 2026 Yunding Cup 2nd Off‑Road Vehicle Challenge opens on September 12. Come climb mountains and cross rivers together! The 20‑kilometer original‑ecology off‑road route delivers full‑on hardcore challenges featuring jungles, mud flats, river valleys and steep slopes. Whether you are a seasoned off‑road veteran or a total beginner, you can unleash your wild side right here.
Competition Date: September 12, 2026
Venue: Yunding Ski Resort, Chongli
Registration Quota: Limited to 100 vehicles, available on a first‑come‑first‑served basis.
Vehicle Requirements: Conventional civilian fuel‑powered vehicles (excluding battery‑electric, hybrid and plug‑in hybrid vehicles) with factory‑stock engines and gearboxes.
Competition Format: Timed race
Course Types: Jungle traversal, obstacle crossing, river crossing, steep‑climb ascent and mud‑terrain traversal
Off‑Road Race Distance: 20 kilometers
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Participant Equipment
One tow strap with a minimum length of 9 meters and a bearing capacity of no less than 3 tons.
Walkie-talkie or vehicle-mounted radio
Registration Fee:139 RMB (includes vehicle sticker, competition insurance, souvenir gift and one self-service lunch meal)
Competition Awards (All bonuses are pre-tax amounts):
Champion: 7,000 RMB cash
Runner-up: 2,000 RMB cash
Third Place: 1,000 RMB cash
Event Check-in & Schedule:14:00, September 11. Participants shall collect vehicle stickers, timing chips, event notifications and competition rules guidelines.
Competition Schedule – September 12:
8:30 – Draw lots, sign confirmation documents and complete vehicle inspection
9:00–9:30 – Opening ceremony and official race start
16:30 – End of competition
17:00 – Award ceremony and closing ceremony
Event Consultation & Registration:
Li Tianhao: 15128360000 (WeChat available)
Teacher Yin: 13323235753 (WeChat available)
Sponsor Recruitment:Li Tianhao: 15128360000 (WeChat available)
Accommodation Benefit:Registered racers are eligible for discounted room rates at Zhangjiakou Yunding Prince Apartment. Price: 100 RMB per room per night for king-size and twin rooms. Payment can be made directly at the apartment front desk by presenting successful registration screenshots or official vehicle stickers. Location: Building 1, Yunding Prince Apartment
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It boasts unique primitive natural landscapes such as wetlands and virgin forests, as well as rich historical and cultural resources. Gaze far‑off at mountains and land, and admire every flower and grass up close. The gorgeous and diverse scenery makes visitors feel as if they are inside a painting, which is deeply favoured by off‑road driving enthusiasts. Do not just watch others’ mountain adventures. Drive your own vehicle to Yunding in Chongli, cross streams and climb steep slopes, and demonstrate your driving proficiency through timed results. Registration for 100 competition spots is now open; places are limited and allocated on a first‑come‑first‑served basis.
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