2026
Riders Guide
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Welcome Racers
We are excited to announce 2 new race series for the 2026 season!
Hosted by Bear Race Events, The Bear Off-Road Series and the Bear Enduro Series are both 3 race series for the dirt lovers of Northern California! Each race of the series has their own unique flavor!
Each race in the series is an opportunity to gain points for the 3 race overall series.
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Every Obstacle
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Be Ready
March 21st
La Grange, CA
A four stage enduro race on some of the best hand built trails we have here in California
June 20th
Rodeo Beach, CA
Never ending downhills trails built through the pines by the Bicyclist of Nevada County
August 29th
Graeagle, CA
Hand built downhill trails on private property owned by BKXC and MTBing Adventures
March 22nd
La Grange, CA
A four stage enduro race on some of the best hand built trails we have here in California
May 9th
Nevada City, CA
Never ending downhills trails built through the pines by the Bicyclist of Nevada County
August 29th
Blairsden, CA
Hand built downhill trails on private property owned by BKXC and MTBing Adventures
Exchequer Off-Road
March 21st
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We kick off the series with one of California's most demanding cross-country multi-lap races!
Riders will conquer multiple laps on a grueling 6.5-mile course featuring 1,100 feet of elevation gain per lap.
Once at the top of the mountain racers will descend down a Fly Squirrel a descent that sure to keep you on your toes!
*Beginner route available*
Marin Off-Road
June 20th
The 20-mile route may be our shortest, but don’t let that fool you—it’s anything but easy!
With five major climbs and an elevation gain of over 200 feet per mile, this challenging ride will put your endurance to the test. Starting from Rodeo Beach, riders will navigate the stunning southern peninsula of the Marin Headlands before tackling the final ascent to the summit of Hawk Hill looking over the Golden Gate Bridge
*93% dirt*
*E-Bikes are welcomed on this route*
The 36-mile route includes everything from the 20-mile course but adds an exhilarating climb out of Muir Beach via Diaz Ridge and Panoramic Highway. Riders will ascend once more along Mount Tamalpais, reaching the iconic West Point Inn, where sweeping views of the entire Bay Area await. From this high point, a thrilling 2,000-foot descent leads back to the ocean before reconnecting with the original 20-mile route
*85% Dirt*
*E-Bikes are welcomed on this route*
The 40-mile route follows the entirety of the 36-mile course but adds an extra descent off the north side of Mount Tamalpais before a challenging climb back up via Eldridge Grade. Known for its rugged, rocky terrain, Eldridge Grade tests riders’ skill and endurance, making it difficult to reach the top without putting a foot down. Conquering this climb rewards you with a thrilling 2,000-foot descent back to the ocean, where the route rejoins the 36-mile course.
*87% Dirt*
*No E-Bikes on this route*
Mills Peak Off-Road
August 29th
The Mills Peak Off-Road is cross country race made up of two continuous stages.
The cross country stage covers the whole course, riding uphill from town to the top of the mountain and riding the downhill back into town.
The downhill stage starts as soon as you cross the start line at the top and finishes at the bottom of the downhill back in town.
Exchequer Enduro
March 22nd
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Nevada City Enduro
May 9th
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On May 10th 2025, the Nevada City Enduro is coming back for it's third year!
We would like to thank the Bicyclists of Nevada County for all their efforts in continuing to grow their trail network for all of us to use.
These trails are suited for all types of rider levels to enjoy rather you're a seasoned pro or just starting out. With A lines, B lines, and C lines and gap jumps and table tops, you can get as rowdy and as sendy as you want on the downhill trails.
Everstoke Enduro
August 30
On August 30th the day after the Mills Peak X-Duro, we will be hosting an enduro race at Everstoke Bike Park which is less than a mile away from the Mills Peak venue! Racers will compete in four adrenaline-pumping stages full of berms, jumps and handmade features.
Each stage begins at the top of Aaron and Brian’s property and winds down some of the best trails in the park. After the races are over, head over next door with us to the Brewing Lair for post race celebrations, refreshments and live music!
We are excited to be partnered up with Skratch Labs for all your nutrition needs. Rather you are looking for carbs before a race, fueling during the race, or recovery after the race, Scatch Labs has got you covered!
Points & Awards
Overall Pro Purse
All Pro category racers who register for the full series will be eligible for the Pro purse at the series finale. Prize money will be split evenly between men and women in both the Off-Road and Enduro Series. The top 5 racers in each will earn payouts based on cumulative points after the third and final race.
The overall pro purse will consist of the total entry fees from Pro racers signed up for the series. The more Pros who enter, the bigger the purse for the overall series podium.
Overall Series Awards
The top 5 racers in all categories will receive awards for the overall series. Rankings will be based on cumulative points after the third and final race in each series.
Individual Race Awards
Top 3 in all categories will receive awards for the individual races.
Tie Breaker
In the event of a tie for overall season points the racer with the fastest accumulated time between all 3 races will serve as the tie breaker.
*Must be present to receive awards. Due to volume of awards we can not mail them to winners*
POINTS WILL BE AWARDED AT EACH EVENT AS FOLLOWS:
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