The AMB Photo Awards presented by Shimano is back for 2025 after a successful year in 2024 which saw a high number of entries, particularly from young photographers.

 

This year, the competition is open to entrants from Australia and New Zealand only, but the subject matter of the photos can be from anywhere in the world. The youth category remains for those under 20 during the competition period. Entrants can submit one image in any of the categories, and the winner will be chosen by public vote from a shortlist selected by the judges.

 

There are four main categories, each with a first, second, and third place, as voted by readers on a microsite from a shortlist put together by a judging panel. The 2025 Photographer of the Year will be selected by a judging panel including pro photographer Gerard Lagana, 2024 AMB Photographer of the Year Matt Rousu, and editor Anna Beck. This is awarded to the photographer with the most complete portfolio.

 

For 2025 again is a social media video category. Videos must be raw, under 60 seconds, have no music, and be optimised for social media. The videos should capture the fun of riding and the natural environment. They will be judged by the panel and uploaded to AMB's social media accounts.

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This category is all about the raw speed, the full-send commitment, and the unbeatable stoke that comes with gravity-fueled riding. Downhill, dual slalom, enduro, freeride, dirt jumping, high-speed trail slashing, and those sketchy push runs—we want to see it all. Show us the grit, the flow, the breathtaking landscapes, and the sheer determination that comes with riding the fall line. Whether it’s a banger shot from your local enduro, a World Cup moment, or your buddy absolutely sending it down a gnarly chute, we’re looking for high-impact images that capture the essence of gravity riding—framed and composed to perfection.

Full Gas Cross Country

The endurance side of mountain biking has evolved, and the Full Gas category is here to celebrate the heart and soul of it. Whether it’s the lung-busting grind of a club XC race, an all-day epic into the backcountry, the intensity of XCO World Cup action, a marathon sufferfest, or the relentless push of a stage race – we want to see what XC means to you. Show us the grit, the bar-to-bar battles, the technical features, and the landscapes that make XC riding so raw and real. We’re looking for images that tell a story, capture the essence of XC, and bring the race, the effort, and the adventure to life – with flawless composition and framing that make every detail count.

Venture Further

Far beyond the stacked loops and well-worn trails, adventure is limitless. A bike isn’t just a tool – it’s a ticket to the wild, a way to chase the horizon and disappear into the unknown. This category is all about the places your bike can take you, whether it be an epic bikepack or day exploring lesser-known gravel roads. Show us the vast nothingness of the outback, the razor-thin ridgelines that stretch forever, the remote, untamed landscapes where the only sound is your tires crunching over dirt. A winning shot will pull us into the moment, making us feel the scale, the solitude, and the sheer commitment it takes to be out there. Composition and framing matter, but above all, we want to be inspired. We want to see a photo that sparks something deep inside—a photo that makes us want to load up the bags, point the wheels into the unknown, and just ride.

Beyond Limits

This category is all about the breathtaking perspective of landscapes—the vastness of the outback, the sinuous trails slicing through the earth, the lone rider dwarfed by mountains, deserts, or endless forests. We want to see creativity and scale, whether it be via traditional photography or drone. Whether it’s a top-down view of a winding singletrack, a peloton carving through gravel roads, or a solo adventurer lost in the wild, a winning shot will make us stop, stare, and feel the pull of the ride. As always, composition and framing are key—but most of all, we want images that redefine how we see riding from above and beyond.

Send it

This category is all about the raw speed, the full-send commitment, and the unbeatable stoke that comes with gravity-fueled riding. Downhill, dual slalom, enduro, freeride, dirt jumping, high-speed trail slashing, and those sketchy push runs—we want to see it all. Show us the grit, the flow, the breathtaking landscapes, and the sheer determination that comes with riding the fall line. Whether it’s a banger shot from your local enduro, a World Cup moment, or your buddy absolutely sending it down a gnarly chute, we’re looking for high-impact images that capture the essence of gravity riding—framed and composed to perfection.

Full Gas Cross Country

The endurance side of mountain biking has evolved, and the Full Gas category is here to celebrate the heart and soul of it. Whether it’s the lung-busting grind of a club XC race, an all-day epic into the backcountry, the intensity of XCO World Cup action, a marathon sufferfest, or the relentless push of a stage race – we want to see what XC means to you. Show us the grit, the bar-to-bar battles, the technical features, and the landscapes that make XC riding so raw and real. We’re looking for images that tell a story, capture the essence of XC, and bring the race, the effort, and the adventure to life – with flawless composition and framing that make every detail count.

Venture Further

Far beyond the stacked loops and well-worn trails, adventure is limitless. A bike isn’t just a tool – it’s a ticket to the wild, a way to chase the horizon and disappear into the unknown. This category is all about the places your bike can take you, whether it be an epic bikepack or day exploring lesser-known gravel roads. Show us the vast nothingness of the outback, the razor-thin ridgelines that stretch forever, the remote, untamed landscapes where the only sound is your tires crunching over dirt. A winning shot will pull us into the moment, making us feel the scale, the solitude, and the sheer commitment it takes to be out there. Composition and framing matter, but above all, we want to be inspired. We want to see a photo that sparks something deep inside—a photo that makes us want to load up the bags, point the wheels into the unknown, and just ride.

Beyond Limits

This category is all about the breathtaking perspective of landscapes—the vastness of the outback, the sinuous trails slicing through the earth, the lone rider dwarfed by mountains, deserts, or endless forests. We want to see creativity and scale, whether it be via traditional photography or drone. Whether it’s a top-down view of a winding singletrack, a peloton carving through gravel roads, or a solo adventurer lost in the wild, a winning shot will make us stop, stare, and feel the pull of the ride. As always, composition and framing are key—but most of all, we want images that redefine how we see riding from above and beyond.

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