How Hard Is National XCO Racing? (Onboard + Power)

The British National MTB XCO Series is back… and Round 1 takes us to Newnham Park 🔥 In this video I vlog the full race weekend — from arriving on site and getting stuck into the practice lap, to lining up on the start line for one of the most competitive XCO races in the UK. Newnham Park is always a tough one, with a demanding course that mixes technical sections, punchy climbs, and fast racing from start to finish. With a strong field on the grid, it was all about getting a good start, settling into the pace, and battling it out over the laps. 🎥 In this video: Practice lap and first impressions of the course Race day build-up and prep Full MTB XCO race footage Key moments and battles out on track The overall race experience at a National level event National races always bring the intensity, and this was no exception — a proper test against some of the best riders in the country. If you enjoy MTB racing, onboard footage, and race weekend vlogs, make sure to subscribe and follow the journey through the rest of the series. 👍 Thanks for watching!