Bob's Garage, the official bike shop of the Son of Middle Creek Enduro, will be on-site to provide neutral support for racers with last-minute mechanical issues.

Enduro Race / Timed Section: The timed portion of the race starts approximately 1.45 miles from the top of Son of Middle Creek trail in the flat are before the last (heinous) climb before the rock drop and true descent. The course takes riders down the picturesque Son of Middle Creek trail until it intersects with the east section of the North Trail. At this point, turn right and descend the North Trail to the finish line on Red Sandstone Road.
Racers are required to ride from the North Trail lot (designated racer drop-off) to the race start.

Vehicle shuttles to the top of Son of Middle Creek Trail will result in a disqualification.

Getting to the Start: Ride up Red Sandstone Road approximately 2 miles. Turn right on Lost Lake Road and Son of Middle Creek single track will be about 200 yards up on your right. It is another 1.45 miles on Son of Middle to get to the race start. The timed portion of the course is approximately 2 miles and the entire loop is 5.5 miles with 1,050 feet of elevation gain.  

The race will start in a time trial format. Racers will start by category at one-minute intervals based on arrival time.

Racers arriving after their start window will be disqualified. Racers may be allowed to start early. 

Register Online*

*This race is for adult and junior elite racers only. There is no youth series race at this event. Youth-only race is on May 21!

Day-of Registration: Available on-site for all 2025 Mountain Bike Races - however,  preregistration online is highly suggested. Preregistration for individual races ends at 5 p.m. one day prior to each race day.

On-site Bib Pickup & Registration: Opens at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday and ends at 6:15 p.m.. Located at the finish on Red Sandstone Road where the North Trail comes out by the USFS winter gate, approximately .6 miles from where Red Sandstone Road turns to dirt.

Son of Middle Enduro MTB Rates

*Day-of registration is available on-site before the race

Preregistration online closes at 5 p.m. the day before the race

Bloch & Ongert MTB Series Rates

*Adult Price increases to $200 after May 26, 2025

Must be registered for the whole series to earn team and individual points for series champions. Please reach out to sports@vailrec.com regarding any questions.

Ride up Red Sandstone Road approximately 2 miles. Turn right on Lost Lake Road and Son of Middle Creek single track will be about 200 yards up on your right. It is another 1.45 miles on Son of Middle to get to the race start.

Parking

Participants should park in the Red Sandstone Elementary School parking structure, the Lionshead parking structure or the after-party location and ride to the start. Racers can get dropped off at the North Trail parking lot on Red Sandstone Rd.

There is NO PARKING at the race start or the finish/on-site registration location. 

Race Start

The race will start approximately 1.45 miles from the top of the Son of Middle Creek trail right before the last climb and rock drop. The Son of Middle Creek trail starts just above the intersection of Red Sandstone Rd (FSR#700) and Lost Lake Rd. (FSR#786) and will end where the North Trail hits Red Sandstone Rd. at the Forest Service gate. 

Adults: Join us for race awards and a free beer for ages 21+ from New Belgium Brewing Company and non-alcoholic beer from Best Day Brewing Company after the race. Awards will be presented and prizes will be awarded to the top three males and females in each race category. Located at TBD at around 8 p.m.

All racers are entered into a raffle for a chance to win great prizes from our sponsors!

Series Champions: Overall series championships will be awarded to both the winning team and individuals in each category at the end of the season

Must be registered for the whole series to earn team and individual points for series champions

Encouraging trail stewardship in partnership with Hardscrabble Trails Coalition, Vail Valley Mountain Trails Alliance

The Vail Rec District is a proud supporter of the Eagle County trails and the organizations that work hard to maintain them. It is important to remember that riding and racing on world class trails is a privilege and our trails do not build or maintain themselves. This year during the 2023 Bloch & Chapleau Mountain Bike Series, riders can earn an additional 25 points towards their overall series total if they participate in one trail work event prior to August 29. In order to be considered, participants must snap a photo of themselves during the event and tag the Vail Recreation District Facebook page as well as either the VVMBA or the HTC Facebook page (depending on the host). For more information, please contact Beth Pappas or call the VRD Sports Department at 970-479-2280. Upcoming events hosted by the VVMBA and the HTC are listed below.

Trail Work Days
To participate in Trail Work Days, bring water, gloves, sunscreen, hat and sturdy shoes!

VVMBA | www.vvmta.org | VVMTA Facebook Page

2023 VVBMA Trail work days will be announced shortly.

Hardscrabble | www.hardscrabbletrails.org | HTC Facebook Page

2023 HTC Trail work days will be announced shortly.

Check out Race Results & Photos on the Race Results Webpage.

Race results will also be posted online by noon the day after the race. Questions about results or additional protests should be sent to kpletcher@vailrec.com within 24 hours of the race.