Shimla, March 31 (IANS): Over 70 national and international riders will participate in the UT MTB Shimla mountain biking competition to be held here from April 3 to 5.

The is the fourth edition of this annual race organised by the Himalayan Adventure Sports and Tourism Promotion Association (HASTPA), according to a release.

The competition has attracted over 70 cyclists from across the country, including Hero Action Team.

The teams will arrive at the venue on Friday while the race will take place on Saturday and Sunday.

UT MTB Shimla is known for challenging sports adventure lovers to race through one of the most difficult terrains in the country lying in the most pristine parts of Shivalik mountains also known as lower Himalyas.

The participants will cover around 130 km in two days and will compete to conquer the difficult tracks that stretch through wildlife sanctuaries, countryside, single tracks, streams and rivulets.