Alright everyone, the wait is over—entries for this year's OMM BIKE are now open! It usually fills up in less than a month, so if you've been wanting to go this year, be sure to enter early!
If you want to go but can't find a teammate, reach out to Circles. Circles staff will be participating, so let's team up!
OMM LITE/BIKE HAKUBA, OTARI 2023
Dates :
July 22 (Sat) – 23 (Sun), 2023 *The day before, July 21 (Fri), will feature a pre-event festival.Location :
Hakuba Village / Otari Village, Nagano PrefectureEvent Center :
Hakuba Iwatake Snow Field Google mapCategories :
OMM LITE: 5 hours / 4 hours | OMM BIKE: 5 hours / 4 hoursEntry Capacity :
Total of 750 participants *Team entry system (2 to 5 members per team)Participation Fee :
16,500 yen per personEntry Period :
March 20 (Fri) 21:00 – June 26 (Fri) 23:59 *Entries will close early if capacity is reached.How to Apply :
Register via RUNNETOMM LITE/BIKE HAKUBA, OTARI 2023
https://theomm.jp/omm-lite-bike-hakuba-otari-2023/
OMM is a navigational race event where you read maps and visit checkpoints
In OMM, the goal is to visit as many checkpoints (CPs) as possible marked on a map and compete based on your total score. You'll read the map, move efficiently, and find the hidden CPs.
The beauty of these navigation races is that with the right strategy, even slower riders can beat faster ones. It’s a comprehensive test of skills like map reading and time management, which are useful for everyday rides too.
The Hakuba/Otari area is an ultimate gravel/trail heaven
And of course, the scenery and trails in Hakuba are incredible. You'll find every type of terrain—from paved roads and gravel to bushwhacking, bike-carrying sections, and steep descents like something out of a downhill course—making it the perfect environment for gravel bikes and all-road bikes to really shine.
It’s fun to ride at a leisurely pace, and the nighttime camping is great too
While some people switch into competition mode the moment the starting gun goes off, many others participate simply to have a good time. A hallmark of this event is the diverse styles people bring, from wearing matching team uniforms to stopping for a leisurely lunch at local shops.
Camping together at night is also part of the fun. Whether you want to socialize with other participants or cook a meal over a campfire, it’s a great experience—just keep it moderate so you’re ready for the race the next day!
OMM LITE/BIKE HAKUBA, OTARI 2023
https://theomm.jp/omm-lite-bike-hakuba-otari-2023/