2026 TDN - Call for Riders

Trial des Nations: September 26 - 27, 2026 - Arteixo, Spain.

The Canadian Motorcycle Association would like to make a call to all interested Canadian Trials riders, Advanced level and up women, and Expert level men to ride on the 2026 Trial des Nations Team.  We will also be looking for the application for riders or experienced trials enthusiasts for the position of minders, a paddock manager, and a team manager once the riders have been selected in a separate call in the near future.

The 2026 Canadian TdN team will be composed of 3 women, 3 men, up to 4 minders (2 minders each per women’s and men’s teams), 1 Paddock Manager, and 1 Manager.  Anyone with an interest to being included in the team as a rider must apply for the team by the deadline Saturday, Feb 28th.

This event highlights teamwork and a team atmosphere. We would like to comprise a team that is able to work together and help raise the level of all members of Team Canada (and trials in Canada as a whole). We are requesting that any rider that is interested in riding on the team submit a signed letter of intent covering the following points:  

• 2026 CMA membership number, or application included.

• What would you bring to this team as a rider? (summary of your strengths)

• How would your club and Trials community benefit from your inclusion?

• Contact information for follow up phone call by team management.

• Minder suggestions, if you have one. (Only 2 minders/team.)

• Motorcycle plan and availability for yourself, minders, and managers.

• Active Canadian Passport. - please check the date for 6 months out from travel

• A plan for a fundraising initiative including expected funds to be realized. Please note the cost to attend the TdN is approx. $4,500 per team member. By submitting this plan, you are agreeing to making your best effort to execute on it.

•  A detailed training plan for the season leading up to the TdN and expected outcomes at attended events showing your progress such as lowering score or improving ranking in local series. By submitting this plan, you are agreeing to making your best effort to execute on it.

  
  

It is important to note that all riders and team be able to carry themselves in good standing and represent the CMA, and support of other motorcycling groups and sponsors that graciously assist our Trials team in a positive light.

Expectations include regular meeting and communications within the team, adherence to deadlines for paperwork and travel logistics, along with a social media presence to represent yourself and the 2026 team. Riders will be incentivized to participate in team fundraising activities to be able to take full advantage of the fundraising done by the team. By submitting a signed letter of intent, you are agreeing to meet these expectations.

All interested riders send your 2026 CMA letter of intent to the CMA head office. No deposit required to apply. The selected team members will be required to submit a $500 deposit to the team.

Please be aware that entry regulations and criteria is far beyond the reach of the CMA and will be dictated by Spanish legislation or any connecting countries that you enter during your trip, including your re-entry into Canada. Be prepared to comply with all travel regulations.

Any and all questions are welcome before the application deadline.

Application deadline: Saturday, February 28, 2026

Team selection date: Saturday, March 7, 2026

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