General conditions
As usual, series registration opened on 1 February. You can register for the number of races that count towards the series classification or even more, except for the EDC, where only five must be selected, even though seven races count towards the overall rankings. Series registration ends on the registration deadline for the race after this minimum number is no longer possible.
Details
| Series | Minimum number | Registration deadline |
|---|---|---|
| iXS European Downhill Cup | 5 of 7 races | April 02, 2026 |
| iXS Downhill Cup | 5 of 6 races | May 21, 2026 |
| Propain Rookies Cup | 4 of 5 races | June 04, 2026 |
| VPACE Kids Cup | 5 of 7 races | June 09, 2026 |
Premium-Account
Series registration is only available to Premium Account members. So if you want to register for one of the race series, you must create a Premium Account if you do not already have one. Premium membership offers additional benefits, such as the ability to upload images and sponsor logos to your profile, as well as an SMS information service providing race results and start times.s.

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