NeverStop Never Give Up Series Events Fully Explained: From Yangjin P-Character Mountain Road to Conquering the Peak of Wuling

NeverStop Series Overview

The NeverStop series is an extreme cycling challenge event organized by the Taipei Cycling Committee, built around the spirit of “finishing is victory.” It suits riders of all levels, from beginners to advanced.

2026 Event Calendar

Event	Date	Route	Distance	Elevation Gain
Yangjin P-shaped Mountain Road Challenge	1/11	Yangmingshan Loop	Approx. 50 km	~1,200m
Taipei–Kaohsiung Challenge	3/7	Taipei→Kaohsiung	Approx. 370 km	~1,500m
Tataka: Exploring the New Central Cross-Island Highway	5/24	Chiayi→Tataka	Approx. 100 km	~2,600m
Summit Challenge: Wuling	6/27	Puli→Wuling	Approx. 55 km	~2,825m

Detailed Event Introductions

Yangjin P-shaped Mountain Road Challenge (Beginner Recommended)

This is the most beginner-friendly event in the series. The route follows the P-shaped mountain road around Yangmingshan, including classic sections such as Yangde Avenue and the Yangjin Highway.

Difficulty: Moderate
Recommended Fitness: FTP 2.0+ W/kg, able to complete a 3-hour ride
Highlights: Held in winter, with cool weather ideal for climbing

Taipei–Kaohsiung Challenge (Endurance Challenge)

Ride from Taipei to Kaohsiung in a single day—a 370 km ultra-long-distance challenge. This is not a race for speed, but an endurance event that tests your willpower.

Difficulty: High (long distance)
Recommended Fitness: Experience completing a 200 km long-distance ride
Highlights: Aid stations and support vehicles along the entire route
Finish Time: Typically 14–20 hours
Preparation Tips:

At least one ride of 200 km or more within the 2 months before the event
Practice riding at night (you may be riding into the late hours)
Prepare chamois protection (to address chafing from prolonged riding)

Tataka: Exploring the New Central Cross-Island Highway (Mountain Challenge)

Starting from Chiayi and following the Alishan Highway to Tataka, this is a nearly 100 km continuous climb.

Difficulty: Very high
Recommended Fitness: FTP 2.8+ W/kg, with long-distance climbing experience
Highlights: Passes through the Alishan National Scenic Area, offering spectacular views

Summit Challenge: Wuling (The Ultimate Classic)

The flagship event of the series, starting from the Geographic Center Monument in Puli and tackling the highest point on Taiwan’s roads, Wuling. The competitive group has a 4-hour time limit.

Difficulty: Extremely high
Recommended Fitness: FTP 3.0+ W/kg
Competitive Group Time Limit: 4 hours
Challenge Group Time Limit: 6 hours

Registration Information

Registration typically opens 3–6 months before the event
Popular events (Wuling) sell out instantly, so set your alarm
Registration fee is approximately NT$1,200–2,500 (depending on the event)
Finishers receive a completion medal and certificate

Advice for Beginners

For your first event, choose the Yangjin P-shaped Mountain Road Challenge
Have at least 3 months of riding experience
Check your bike’s condition before the event (brakes, tires, shifting)
Bring enough supplies; don’t rely entirely on the event’s aid stations
Set a realistic finish goal and enjoy the process