AKPOL Mikołajki Rally 2026 – ApexRace99 heads for the third round of the season

The 2026 rally season is gaining momentum, and one of the most exciting events in Poland's cross-country rally calendar is ahead of us—AKPOL Mikołajki Rally. From June 3–5, 2026, Mikołajki will become the battleground for competitors participating in the 3rd round of the Polish Cross-Country Rally Championship and the 3rd round of the Polish Cross-Country Cup. The event is officially listed on the Polish Automobile and Motorcycle Federation calendar as a cross-country rally organized by the "BAJA POLAND" Foundation. 

For ApexRace99, this will be another important start in this year's season. We already have the first two rallies behind us, and the competition in our class allowed us to test the car, settings, and technical preparation even better in real conditions. Now it's time for Mikołajki — a place that has been associated with motorsport, gravel, high speed, and a unique rally atmosphere for years.

Mikołajki – Rally Center of Masuria

Mikołajki has long held a strong position on the map of Polish rallies. It is here that motorsport meets the unique Masurian landscape, and fast, technical sections demand full concentration from competitors. In the 2026 season, the event is particularly significant because Mikołajki Rally combines several forms of competition: a flat rally, AKPOL Mikołajki Rally in the MPRCC formula, and Can-Am Baja Promo and PCC.

For fans, it's a great opportunity to see various types of rally machines up close – from classic rally cars to powerful off-road vehicles, SSVs, and UTVs. For competitors, it's a test of pace, endurance, and car preparation. In cross-country rallies, power alone is not enough. Suspension, geometry, component resistance, effective cooling, a durable steering system, and every detail that can determine the outcome during high-speed gravel driving count.

Rally open to spectators!

ApexRace99 on the AKPOL Mikołajki Rally route

ApexRace99 is not going to Mikołajki just as an observer. We are participating in this event, continuing our season of starts in the UTV/SSV class. The previous two rallies were a very important stage for us – they allowed us to gain experience, check our pace, and see how the prepared machine performs in real competition.

Every rally is not only a competition for us but also a test of the technology, parts, and solutions we offer our customers daily. At ApexRace99, we specialize in professionally preparing UTV vehicles, such as Can-Am Maverick or Polaris RZR, for driving in the toughest conditions. Competing in rallies is the best confirmation for us that the parts we import and install are not just "pretty additions" to the car. These are components that must work under heavy load, in dust, mud, ruts, at high temperatures, and at high speeds.

Registration for AKPOL Mikołajki Rally 2026 has opened!

Event Date: June 3-6, 2026
Location: Mikołajki, Masuria
Registration and details: mikolajkirally.pl

Image source: https://mikolajkirally.pl/wystartowaly-zapisy-do-akpol-mikolajki-rally-2026%21

Why is AKPOL Mikołajki Rally an important test for UTVs?

Cross-country rallies are one of the most demanding environments for UTVs. The track unforgivingly exposes any haphazard solutions. Every mounting, every wishbone, every tie rod end, every suspension component, and the entire drivetrain must function flawlessly. That's why the Mikołajki Rally is such a crucial point in our season.

Masurian gravel roads can be fast, but also technical. The car must be stable on straights, predictable in turns, and resistant to impacts. In rallying, it's not just about maximum speed, but primarily about confident handling and the ability to maintain good pace throughout the entire section.

In practice, this means that a well-prepared UTV must have:

• reinforced suspension components,
• appropriately selected shock absorbers,
• robust wishbones and rods,
• effective underbody protection,
• a proven cooling system,
• strong wheels and tires adapted to the conditions,
• a safe and ergonomic configuration for the driver and co-driver.

It is precisely these details that determine whether a vehicle merely looks good or is truly ready for battle on the track.

Parts tested in rally, not just in theory

One of ApexRace99's greatest strengths is that we drive and test the solutions ourselves, which then go to our customers. This means we don't rely solely on manufacturer descriptions. We know what works because we test it in conditions where there is no room for compromise.

In UTV rallies, every component must make sense. It's not about random modifications, but about building the car as a complete project. A well-prepared Can-Am Maverick or Polaris RZR should be tailored to a specific driving style, type of terrain, and user's goal. A car is prepared differently for recreational off-roading, differently for expeditions, and yet differently for Baja and cross-country rallies.

AKPOL Mikołajki Rally will be another opportunity for us to test the car in battle, gather data, and further develop our solutions. Every start provides answers that cannot be obtained in the workshop. Only the track shows which settings are effective, which parts withstand the most, and where further improvements can be found.

Third round of the season and further goals

After the first two rallies of the season, we enter the next round with great motivation. Mikołajki is not just another point on the calendar for us, but an important stage in building pace and position in our class. Every kilometer driven matters – both sportingly and technically.

Our goal is continued development, striving for the best possible result, and consistently demonstrating that a professionally prepared UTV can be an effective machine for high-level competition. Rallies are part of ApexRace99's DNA. It is there that one can best see the difference between a production vehicle and a machine prepared for extreme conditions.

Rally emotions up close

Mikołajki Rally 2026, which will include Kormoran Classic 2026 and Akpol Mikołajki Rally 2026, will be an event prepared not only for competitors but also for fans. The organizers are focusing on a formula that will allow motorsport enthusiasts to watch the competition up close and experience the true rally atmosphere.

On the special stages, primarily dangerous zones will be designated, meaning areas excluded from access for safety reasons. Beyond these, fans will be able to use numerous observation points from which they can follow the teams' runs in various locations across Masuria.

This is a great opportunity to see spectacular driving, hear the sound of rally machines, and feel the emotions best experienced directly alongside the track.

Let's remember safety

The openness of the event does not mean a lack of rules. The safety of competitors, spectators, and security services remains paramount. Therefore, during the rally, it is important to remember a few basic rules: observe the organizer's markings, do not enter dangerous zones, follow the instructions of the services, and cheer responsibly.

Thanks to this, Mikołajki Rally 2026 can become not only an exciting but also a safe spectacle for all participants.

See you in Mikołajki

AKPOL Mikołajki Rally 2026 promises to be one of the most important events of the early season for fans of off-road rallies, UTVs, and motorsport. For spectators, it will be an opportunity to see powerful machines in action, and for competitors, another demanding test.

ApexRace99 will be there. We will fight, test, analyze, and show the behind-the-scenes of our work. We have the first two rallies behind us; now it's time for Mikołajki and more kilometers at rally pace.

Follow our preparations, race reports, and results. This is just the beginning of the season, and there are many more thrills ahead.

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