Omba Caramba! XC MTB Race
Springfield, Missouri · Sunday, June 7, 2026
The Omba Caramba! XC MTB Race is a cycling, mountain biking, and trail running event held on Sunday, June 7, 2026. It is located in Springfield, Missouri.
- Date
- Sunday, June 7, 2026 at 8:00 AM
- Location
- Springfield, Missouri
65803
United States
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MORC Presents: Omba Caramba! 2026- XC MTB Race
"A Race For Everyone"
Sponsored by: Kelly Dental
Event/Course Description:
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Date: Sunday, June 7th
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Location: Sac River Mountain Bike Trails, Springfield, MO (Managed by Ozark Greenways) 300-acre Springfield-Greene County park with approximately 14 miles of interconnecting singletrack.
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Course: 4-mile loop featuring fast hardpack and technical singletrack with varied terrain: woodlands, fields, and creek crossings.
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Novice (Cat 3), Beginner, and Junior courses are less technical.
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Kids' course (1/2 mile) is separate.
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Each registered rider/racer receives a custom OMBA/Kelly Cooling Towel
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Lunch provided by Kuat Racks.
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Cash Prizes Adult Categories Cat1 & Marathon by Kelly Dental
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Cash Prizes Kids Categories by Custom Machining Solutions
Race Courses:
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Yellow Course: Kid's Course: Ages 8 & Under, Ages 9-11 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45433845
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Green Course: Beginner, Novice Cat 3, Juniors https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45433800
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Red Course: Elite Cat 1, Sport Cat 2, Marathon, Single Speed, E-Bike https://ridewithgps.com/routes/55334421
Omba Caramba 2025 Race Day Schedule p/b Kelly Dental
6:00 AM: Event Setup
7:00 AM: Racer Check-In Opens / Vendor and Supporter Setup
7:50 AM: Race Categories Call Ups
8:00 AM: Races - E-Bike, Marathon, Elite Cat 1, Single Speed
8:50 AM: Race Categories Call Ups
9:00 AM: Races - Sport Cat 2, Novice Cat 3, Beginner, Juniors
9:45 AM: 8 AM Race Categories Podium Awards
10:45 AM: 9 AM Race Categories Podium Awards
11:20 AM: Kids Race Call Ups
11:30 AM: Kids Races Start
11:45 AM: Marathon Podium Awards
12:00 PM: Kids Categories Podium Awards
Registration:
- Registration closes June 6th, 5:00 PM CST.
Category Descriptions:
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Elite Cat 1: Expert fitness/skill, seasoned racers, target time 60-90 min.
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Sport Cat 2: Intermediate fitness/skill, 1-2 seasons experience, target time 60-90 min.
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Novice Cat 3: Entry-level fitness/skill, limited experience, target time 60-90 min. (Sport Cat 2 for more laps)
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Beginner: New racers, less intense training, 4 miles is a long ride.
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Elite Cat 1 E-Bike: Expert fitness/skill, seasoned racers, target time 60-90 min. Class 1 pedal assist only.
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Sport Cat 2 E-Bike: Intermediate fitness/skill, 1-2 seasons experience, target time 60-90 min. Class 1 pedal assist only.
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Women E-Bike: Class 1 pedal assist only.
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Single Speed: One gear.
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Marathon: 3-hour race.
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Juniors (15-18): 8 miles (2 laps).
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Juniors (11-14): 4 miles (1 lap).
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Kids (10 & Under): 1 mile (2 laps), near pavilion. Parents may ride behind.
General Information:
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Events subject to weather.
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Helmets required.
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Promoter reserves the right to cancel/reschedule.
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Rain date: June 14th.
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Promoter may adjust start times and distances.
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Email: [email protected]
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Funds support Missouri Off Road Cyclists (MORC) trail advocacy and maintenance.
Events are subject to weather. Helmets must be worn at all times while riding. Promoter reserves the right to cancel/reschedule the event. Rain out rescheduled date is June 14th. Promoter reserves the right to change start times and distances if needed. For more info or questions please email: [email protected] Funds raised go to support the Missouri Off Road Cyclists, a regional non-profit advocating for, building, maintaining, and preserving sustainable multi-use soft surface trails throughout Southwest Missouri.