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Enjoy the beauty of Fables and Feathers vineyards while logging some miles with friends and supporting the furry friends at Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center! This beginner-friendly four-mile route winds in and around the vines and property at Fables and Feathers, and the epic finish line of sipping and socializing awaits you! Rather than traditional timing for this event, Wine 4 Wildlife 4-miler overall male and female winners will be crowned based on closest to their PREDICTED FINISH TIME. That's right, all participants who wish to be eligible for the prediction run prizes will leave all watches/phones/devices at the start line and wind through the vineyard without any technology. Participation in the prediction run challenge is optional, but you must denote prior to race day whether or not you wish to participate in the challenge. The male and female participants closest to their predicted finish time will win a prize package from Hoka and our friends at Fables and Feathers Winery!
ALL finishers receive a limited-edition Wine 4 Wildlife wine-stopper medal- then present your medal at the tasting room for a free glass of Fables and Feathers wine! Additional tastings and purchases available onsite. Tasting room stays open late just for us, let's thank our event hosts at Fables and Feathers by supporting their small business! Event merchandise will also be available for purchase as well so bring your trail shoes and your thirst for fun- it's going to be a great day to walk, jog, run, and have fun for a great cause! Don't forget, our event overlaps with the Christmas in July event at Fables and Feathers so wear your festive Santa gear and earn $20 in store credit just for displaying your holiday spirit!
The full competition schedule can be found here.
You will be able to register on BikeReg up until 2PM the day before your race.
Please review the event eligibility guide here to ensure participation qualifications are met.
All riders who want to compete in the categories of Junior 17-18, U23, or Elite/Pro must be a United States citizen with a USA sporting nationality and have a current UCI/international license (and associated membership) issued by USA Cycling or a recognized foreign federation. In addition, riders must meet all eligibility, licensing, category, and age requirements as indicated in the eligibility guide linked above.
Riders must have both an active USA Cycling Membership and the appropriate Race License add-on to compete.
For event updates and additional resources, refer to the USA Cycling Endurance Mountain Bike National Championships event page as it will continue to be updated leading into the event.
Race Venue Locations
XCM: Hollins University - 7916 Williamson Rd, Roanoke, VA 24020
XCC: Elmwood Park - 505 Williamson Rd SE, Roanoke, VA 24011
XCO: Explore Park - 56 Roanoke River Parkway Rd, Roanoke, VA 24014
**Explore Park | Blue Ridge Parkway: Pre-riding & Warm-up Areas
Designated warm-up areas have been established within Explore Park to accommodate cyclists wishing to warm-up in advance of the race. Should cyclists choose to warm up on the parkway leading up to the event, they will adhere to all traffic laws and safety protocols to keep the roadway safe for all users, including the following:
*Bicycles operated on the motor road must be equipped with front- and rear-facing mounted lights. Lights must be activated during any period of low visibility or when travelling through a tunnel.
*Unless actively passing another rider, participants must ride single file. Riding abreast is prohibited by federal regulation.
*Participants shall not occupy both lanes of traffic.
*All participants will adhere to all traffic control/direction in areas where road work is in progress.
Location Information
Learn more about our host city here. You will be able to find lodging options and information on local activities.
Come Volunteer!
It truly takes a village to deliver an event. From course marshals and aid stations to registration and finish line support, volunteers are the backbone of the National Championships. Come be part of the team that makes it all happen! Learn more about how to volunteer and sign up here.
Questions can be directed to [email protected].
Any USA Cycling member could be tested at any event organized or sanctioned by USA Cycling and must adhere to all USADA, UCI and/or their designees anti-doping control procedures in effect at the event. Watch this short video to ensure you are adhering to anti-doping rules.
USA Cycling has a No Refund Policy for National Championships. We suggest adding the Participant Registration Insurance when completing your registration in BikeReg.
The 2026 High-Performance Distance Academy is scheduled for July 13th to the 18th, 2026.
The focus of the camp is training and is recommended for motivated runners. All abilities are welcome; the only requirement is the desire to be better. Camp Website: www.CrossCountryRunningCamp.com
HOUSING AND DINING | All campers will eat, sleep, and live in the same manner as a student-athlete at Virginia Tech. Campers will be housed in an on-campus air-conditioned Tech dormitory located close to training facilities. On-campus dining facilities will feed our campers and are only a short walk from both the dorms and athletic fields. Meals are all-you-can-eat and have an impressive variety of culinary styles and options to choose from. Virginia Tech’s Dining Facilities have been ranked #1 in the nation for college campuses for several years!
TRAINING WEEK | Training will be based on individual experience. Our goal is a motivating and meaningful week of camp without injuries or over-training. Most days of camp will include two-a-day runs, but each run provides athletes with a choice between three distances and or often an option for yoga instead of running. Campers will also complete a pool workout, circuits, plyometrics, and daily strength training. Run routes throughout the week include time on the Virginia Tech Cross Country Course, Jefferson National Forest, and a vast network of trails surrounding Blacksburg and the Virginia Tech campus. There will also be plenty of free time to rest and hang out with new friends or jump into games of beach volleyball, ultimate frisbee, or pick-up basketball. Additional camp-wide activities in the past have included Mt. Lake recreation area, river tubing, hiking to the picturesque Cascades waterfall, and a day on the beach at Claytor Lake.
ELIGIBILITY & COST | Girls and boys entering grades 8th – 12th are eligible to come to camp, whether you are new to the sport of running or a seasoned veteran. We also allow graduating high school seniors entering their freshman year of college to attend camp, as long as the participant is under the age of 19 when camp starts. Middle school-age campers can attend camp but are strongly urged to have an adequate training base before attending. A $75.00 deposit is paid when registering and then the remainder is due when you receive your packet in late June. The cost of attendance is as follows (the deposit is subtracted from the total). So the prices below include the deposit.
Athlete - $775.00 ($760.00 for 5 or more of the same team, $745.00 for 10 or more!)
Commuter Athlete – $625.00 (includes breakfast, lunch & dinner/ NO room)
Sunday early drop off (July 12th) - $160 additional fee; includes lunch, dinner, campus room, and chaperone coverage.
Coaches – $705.00 ** Coach free with six athletes and assigned camp position. Another coach can also come with 12 athletes.
Commuter Coach- $550.00 (includes breakfast/lunch/dinner/ No room) **
ATHLETES CHALLENGED | The goal of the Academy is to challenge each athlete and get them started off on the right foot for the summer. We don’t do 100-mile weeks, but we do train smart. With the help of the counselors, athletes choose both which runs to do and how far to go during each run. Given all of the options, a typical week of camp accommodates around 18 miles for beginners and up to 60 or more for experienced athletes. The campers will run with some of the best distance runners in the country and learn to train their way. we want everyone to leave the Academy motivated, excited, healthy, and ready for a great season.
STAFF | The High-Performance Staff is one of the best groups of any camp out there in terms of ability, experience, enthusiasm, and excitement for the sport of running. Past editions have included Olympians, NCAA National Champions, NCAA and High School All-Americans, Footlocker and NXN finalists, and experienced and successful college and high school coaches. With a counselor-to-athlete ratio of just over 1:10, athletes truly get an unbeatable level of time commitment and guidance they deserve from an incredible staff.
INDIVIDUAL GUIDANCE | A hallmark of High Performance is the individuality provided to each of our campers. With our high counselor-to-athlete ratio, athletes can spend a lot of time getting to know their counselor and often continue to be mentored long after the conclusion of camp. Many of our counselors also return year after year and can continue guiding their past campers on an even more individualized basis. The week is capped off with a one-on-one meeting discussing each athlete’s specific goals and offering advice not only in the sport of running, but also in academics, recruiting, and life in general. Typically ranging from 30 minutes to over two hours apiece, these meetings allow campers to bridge what they’ve learned at camp to their own lives. Athletes leave camp with a personal evaluation of their physical skills (running form, general strength, endurance, etc.), goals, and words of encouragement from their counselor.
TIME FRAME | One of the biggest praises received from the coaches of our campers is the time frame during which camp takes place. Most running camps take place at the end of the summer just before the start of the cross-country season, a time that is too late to start training to have a successful season. High Performance occurs much earlier in the summer in hopes of getting athletes motivated to start training sooner in the year. Over and over again, we hear from coaches whose athletes have attended camp and show up to the first day of practice in great shape because of the training that continued after the conclusion of camp. They enter the cross-country season with a solid base and are ready for a great season as a result.
LOCATION | Blacksburg, Virginia is repeatedly chosen by multiple publications as both one of the Best Small Towns to Live In and the Best Place to Raise Children throughout the United States. Located in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains, Blacksburg offers ideal running weather dominated by warm days and cool evenings, as well as ideal running terrain at 2000 feet above sea level with both rolling hills and mountain climbs often dipping over 3000 feet. The Virginia Tech campus connects to extensive bike paths and trail networks and is surrounded by the Jefferson National Forest. During camp, athletes will have the opportunity to run on a grass cross-country course that played host to the 2012 and 2019 ACC Championships and 2024 VHSL State championships. Campers will also partake in a hill climb run and hike at Mountain Lake where the movie Dirty Dancing was filmed, and where Lance Armstrong won a stage race during the 1995 and 1996 Tour DuPont. This area of the country is an incredible
place to train!
VIRGINIA TECH | Virginia Tech has one of the most beautiful campuses in the country marked by the famous Hokie Stone buildings, state-of-the-art facilities, and historic tradition in strong academics and athletics. Athletes will be housed in one of Tech’s residence halls, giving them a feel for what life is like in college. Virginia Tech is famed for having one of the finest food establishments in the nation after being ranked #1 nationally for college dining. Campers will eat at Dietrich Dining Hall, which offers a wide variety of choices to keep athletes eating healthy and often!
WE RUN and HAVE A LOT OF FUN! | In between training, we will hike, swim, and play plenty of beach volleyball, ultimate frisbee, basketball, and giant soccer. Camp is capped off with a talent show full of laughs and, of course, forming lasting relationships with new friends from around the country. It truly is an incredible week!
This skills clinic will help you develop the skills necessary to ride with more confidence, more fun, and, if you’re into it, more speed, on the downs. We will be working on blue- and black- trails, so you should already have the skills (and fitness) to climb Trough to the top of the mountain and descend Gauntlet (even if you do so slowly, or walk sections!).
Women+ 12+ only. Sorry dudes—maybe next time!
Cost is $55, which covers the city permitting, insurance, etc. If you're not able to pay this, please contact me directly for options.
I'm offering two, identical sessions, each limited to 6 participants each:
July 21, 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
July 28, 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Meet at the Timberview lot @ Carvin’s Cove. Participants will be notified of a rain date / refund / cancellation options in case of inclement weather. Required: a bike, helmet, and gloves. Extra safety gear (kneepads, etc. are optional).
Salem Distance Run
52nd Anniversary Salem Distance Run
Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026
Location: Longwood Park, 601 E. Main Street, Salem, VA 24153
Races will start in front of the "Shrewd Outdoors" building at 201 E. Main Street
Race founder: Richard Browder, Retired Track Coach, Roanoke College
5K: Race starts at 8:00 a.m., $30.00 (includes t-shirt). Additional $5.00 if registered after July 31, 2026
10K: Race starts at 8:00 a.m., $35.00 (includes t-shirt). Additional $5.00 if registered after July 31.2026
Kids Run: 1 mile fun run through Longwood Park. Race starts at 7:30 a.m., $20.00 (includes t-shirt). Additional $5.00 if registered after July 31, 2026
Volunteers are an essential part of our success! Sign up for yourself or a group looking for a fun community service project.
Packet Pickup: Friday, August 7th at RunAbout Sports Roanoke from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. & Saturday, August 8th at Longwood Park from 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 a.m.
Rules & Details:
Runsignup.com registration is available thru race day. Preferred-sized shirts are available thru July 10, 2026
The race will start on Main Street and finish at Longwood Park
Parking is available at Longwood Park or downtown Salem
Award ceremony will be held at the conclusion of the race
No pets or strollers are permitted
Contact:
Salem Parks & Recreation: [email protected] or (540) 375-3057
The Blue Ridge Gran Fondo is part of the Gran Fondo National Series. Participants in the Mountain Ride will be eligible to receive points which are used to calculate a national series winner in each age group. In addition, all riders (except e-bike) will experience chip timed segments on each route and we'll have age group awards.
Join our 10th annual Camp Bethel PEP! 5K Run and Walk fundraiser! This 5K race covers some of the many trails, fields, and forests on the 470 acres of Camp Bethel, making it ideal for runners who wear spikes. Your fee (and sponsors) will benefit Camp Bethel. $40.00 Participant Fee includes fully stocked water/aid stations, a race t-shirt and swag, pre-and-post-race snacks and drinks, BRUNCH, good ole fashioned PEP!, and fun for everyone. Register by August 21, 2026 to guarantee your race t-shirt! Sponsor the run to make it more fun! Join us: for health, for fellowship, and for Camp Bethel!
Welcome to the Virginia Ultra Triathlon, where athletes come together to experience the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. Join us for an exhilarating race through Smith Mountain State Park, where every step brings you closer to discovering what you can endure. Join us for a chance to test your limits and immerse yourself in the ultra-triathlon community. Your limits will be tested, both physically and mentally, but the person you discover along the way is what allows you to endure even the unthinkable. Don’t let doubt keep you from achieving what you were set out to endure in life.
Race Weekend: September 11 to 12, 2026
Location: Beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia at Smith Mountain Lake State Park!
Transition Area: The transition area is filled with the true meaning of the ultra triathlon community. Every athlete will have an area that they can set up as they wish. An athlete can bring or rent a tent for the transition area. If a tent is rented the athlete will also be provided with two chairs and a table. Transition will also include the timing mat, a charging station, nutrition area where meals will be served, bike mechanic area and the finish line!
Athlete Briefing & Pre Race Dinner: Race weekend kick off with athlete briefing and pre race dinner. Come meet the athletes, crew members, volunteers, staff and sponsors before the weekend kicks off.
Awards Banquet: Join us for a celebration of the weekend.
Sanctioning: Our races are proudly sanctioned by USA Triathlon.
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The Joe LaRocco 5k and Elementary School 1k Run are a part of the Knights Crossing Cross Country Invitational hosted by Cave Spring High School. These courses are flat, fast, and 100% grass/gravel. If you want to get an early Fall PR, this is your course. Come be a part of a meet with the thousands of runners from multiple states racing in 11 different races.
Questions regarding the Joe LaRocco 5k or Elementary School Championship 1k races can be directed to the Assistant Meet Director John Wiggins at [email protected]. Any questions regarding the high school or middle school races should be directed to Head Meet Director Tommy Maguire at [email protected].
Joe LaRocco 5k: @ 8:00AM
This race is open to coaches, parents, alumni and the general public. Athletes who attend public or private middle/high schools and are attending the Knights Crossing Invitational with their team should run in the appropriate division later in the day. Per VHSL/NFHS policies, athletes who are home schooled cannot race against public or private Virginia schools or other sanctioned out-of-state schools and must therefore participate in this separate "open" race.
Awards: Awards will be given to the Top 3 Male/Female Overall and as well as the Top Male/Female Masters (40+) runners. Additionally, coaches with individuals or teams racing at Knights Crossing are eligible for the "fastest coach" award (Male/Female).
Purpose: This race is named after the late Joe LaRocco who was a long-time Cross Country and Track & Field Coach at Cave Spring High School. During his tenure at Cave Spring, he taught History and Government classes from 1980 until his retirement in 2013. Additionally, Mr. LaRocco was a long-time USATF official and starter, starting races at the high school and collegiate level for over 20 years.
Records/Results:
5000m Open Race Overall Records (New Course - 2019):
Men: Luke Mussard 15:18.44 (2022)
Women: Annie LeHardy 18:21.00 (2024)
5000m Open Race Master's (40+) Records (New Course - 2019):
Men: Matthew Wisnioski 17:18.27 (2022)
Women: Ashley Palmer 18:46.9 (2025)
5000m Open Race Coach's Records (New Course - 2019):
Men: John Wiggins 16:20.00 (2019)
Women: Kate Vanderstelt 21:18.6 (2025)
Historical 5k Team Results:
2024: 1st RVE (15 points), 2nd ABCA Cross Country (66 points), 3rd CSXC Alumni & Friends (71 points)
2023: 1st Blacksburg Striders (18 points), 2nd CSXC Alumni & Friends (59 points), 3rd C&C Runners (76 points)
T-Shirts: The paid registrants will receive a Joe LaRocco 5k T-Shirt until supplies run out!
Teams: Racers can also compete as part of a co-ed racing team using Cross Country scoring to dictate winner. A team is NOT required to participate in this event but encouraged. Please note that teams require 5 or more runners to be scored and be in consideration for the awards (Top 3 teams).
Elementary School 1k: @ 9:00AM
This race is open to all Elementary-age students (1st-5th grade). All participants will be given a 2024 Knights Crossing T-shirt at packet pick-up and a medal at the finish line commemorating their race.
1000m Elementary Records:
Boys: Connor King 3:48.32 (2022)
Girls: Aryana Sarmadi 4:00.2 (2025)
Additional Information:
Concessions: Basic concessions will be available for purchase behind the start line along with other food vendors.
Medical: Emergency medical needs will be supported by the Cave Spring HS Athletic Trainer and the Cave Spring Rescue Squad.
Packet Pick-up: Packets may be picked up the morning of the race at Green Hill Park starting at 7:00AM. When entering the park, packet pick-up is to the left along the road with the Concessions and is marked with a large blue "swooper" flag.
2025 Schedule of Events:
7:00 AM Course Opens - Packet Pick-up (Near Concessions) & Open Race registration (Online only - At Finish line)
7:45 AM - Open Race (Joe LaRocco 5k and 1k Elementary School Race) closes
8:00 AM - "Joe LaRocco" Open 5K Team Race for men and women
8:30 AM - High School/Middle School Coaches Meeting at the Stage
9:00 AM - Elementary School Championship 1K Race - (Boys/Girls)
9:15 AM - Open Race Awards
9:30 AM - Girls Middle School Championship 4K Race (Medals to Top 25)
10:15 AM - Boys Middle School Championship 4K Race (Medals to Top 25)
10:45 AM - Girls Red Race 5K (VA Public schools & out-of-state teams) (Medals to top 25)
11:30 AM - Boys Red Race 5K (VA Public schools & out-of-state teams) (Medals to top 25)
12:00 PM Girls Black Race 5K (Smaller VA Public schools & all private schools) (Medals to top 25)
12:45 PM Boys Black Race 5K (Smaller VA Public schools & all private schools) (Medals to top 25)
1:15 PM - Girls White Race 5k (VA Public schools & out-of-state teams not in Red) (Unlimited entries)
2:00 PM - Boys White Race 5k (VA Public schools & out-of-state teams not in Red) (Unlimited entries)
2:30 pm - Girls & Boys will race together in Gold Race 5k (VA Public & all private schools not in Black race) (Unlimited entries)
The senior class at Franklin County High School in Rocky Mount, VA proudly announces the 16th annual Eagle Strut Race to take place Saturday September 12, 2026 at 8:00 AM. The Eagle Strut is a 5K race that takes runners around the beautiful and historic town of Rocky Mount. The 5K course is a perfect introduction to running for novice runners while still providing enough of a challenge to keep advanced runners interested. Proceeds for the race help fund the FCHS Class of 2027 in order to help offset senior activity costs and provide aid to our seniors who are most in need. No refunds will be given. Shirt size can only be guaranteed if registering before 8/14!
Packet pickup will be the morning of the race, September 12 at 6:30 AM and end at 7:45 AM. Participants who wish to sign up on the morning of the event can still sign up on RunSignUp!
Participants should park in the Law parking lot (between the high school and the Rocky Mount Smokehouse).
A special THANK YOU to our 2026 race sponsors seen below!
Interested in sponsoring? Please contact Prentice Sargeant ([email protected])!
2025 RACE RESULTS: Click Here!
Experience the James River as you've never seen it before as you run, ride, and paddle your way through this epic multi-sport adventure in beautiful Botetourt County. The Buchanan Tri is a great triathlon for beginners, but is also challenging for experienced triathletes. We're now in our 11th year! The race has grown and finishing times have gotten more competitive. Sign up and start your training!
Welcome to the Tartan 5K, A Twilight Run, a celebration of health, happiness, and community! This race is sponsored by Radford University in Roanoke. As a health science campus, this event aims to provide support in celebrating both current and future healthcare professionals.
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and embrace the spirit of the Tartan as you dash through the Roanoke Greenway in this unique and lively event. Whether you choose to run in scrubs to honor the healthcare community, or a kilt to show your Highlander pride – every step you take will contribute to a healthier, happier you, as well as a stronger community bond. Mark your calendars for September 18, 2026!
Runners, walkers, strollers, and dogs of all ages are welcome!
Pre-race party starts at 5:30pm!
*This race is chip-timed.
Discounts for Radford University students, faculty, staff, and alumni, as well as for current healthcare workers, can be applied during checkout after early bird registration ends on May 14.
Award Groups:
1st, 2nd, and 3rd Male and Female in runners at 18-30, 40-49 (Masters), and 50+ (Grandmasters).
Highlander Tartan Spirit Award
Youngest and oldest finishers
Packet Pick-up:
Wednesday, September 16
11 a.m.- 1 p.m. & 4-6 p.m.
Radford University Carilion (101 Elm Ave, SE, Roanoke, VA 24013)
Thursday, September 17
4-6 p.m.
Run About Sports (3635 Franklin Rd SW, Roanoke, VA 24014)
Participants will receive:
-Finisher Medal
-Race T-Shirt (shirts guaranteed for the first 150 participants to register by August 15, 2026)
-Swag Bag
Imagine a crisp, sunny morning at Bedford’s Falling Creek Park with an excited crowd gathered at the starting line, buzzing with energy. Participants of all ages are dressed in white, ready to transform into living canvases. As the race begins, runners and walkers alike charge forward, grinning from ear to ear. Along the course, volunteers armed with colorful powder wait eagerly at multiple color stations. As runners pass through, they're showered with vibrant clouds of blue, pink, yellow, and green, creating a kaleidoscope of colors in the air.
The laughter and cheers from participants mix with the upbeat music from DJ Showtime playing in the background, creating an infectious atmosphere of joy and celebration. By the time they cross the finish line, everyone is covered head to toe in a rainbow of hues, having not only completed a fun and healthy run but also created unforgettable memories. The after-party showers everyone with even more color as participants dance and laugh with friends.
Registration after 9/15 will not get a shirt . Day-of-race sign-ups will not receive a shirt or medal, regardless of your finish position in the race.
We can't wait to see you at the starting line. Click here to see the race route!
The City of Salem, known as "Virginia's Championship City", has hosted numerous NCAA National Championships as well as many other national and international sports tournaments. In 2016, we decided to branch out and bring that "Championship" mentality to running! The races start and finish at the Salem Farmers Market in downtown Salem, VA and take you on a scenic tour of Salem through neighborhoods, Roanoke College, and the downtown business district.
We have partnered with Blue Ridge Racing, the area's leading road race management organization to produce these events. In addition to managing the LewisGale Salem Half Marathon, Virginia's Blue Ridge 8K, and the G&H Contracting Kids Run, Blue Ridge Racing handles the race management for the Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon and other regional events.
As an added bonus to running the LewisGale Salem Half Marathon, you will have the opportunity to earn the Virginia's Blue Ridge Triple Crown medal if you also complete the Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Full or Half Marathon (in April) and the Star City Half Marathon (in November) within the same year. Is three half marathons too much for you? Run the Blue Ridge Star-K (or Relay), Salem 8K, and Star City 10K to earn the Triple Crown Sprint Series medal. This exciting race series rewards runners in the valley with some serious race medal bling and bragging rights!
3rd Annual Doggie Dash 5K
Get ready to lace up your sneakers and leash up your pup for the 3rd Annual Doggie Dash 5K! 🐾 8:00 am October 10, 2026
Join us for another tail-wagging good time as runners, walkers, and their four-legged friends hit the course together to support the Franklin County Animal Shelter. After rave reviews from last year, we’re excited to bring back our new and improved route — a scenic and fun path that everyone loved!
This community favorite event, sponsored by Cornerstone Building Brands, promises a morning full of energy, smiles, and plenty of wagging tails. Whether you’re running for time or strolling for fun, it’s all about getting active, connecting with fellow animal lovers, and helping pets in need find their forever homes.
Stay tuned for details on race packets, adoption opportunities, and post-race festivities — this is one event you won’t want to miss!
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Join us for the Go Nuts Biking XC Race at Explore Park – October 17-18, 2026!
Part of the exciting Roanoke GO Fest (Go Outside Festival), this cross-country mountain bike race brings high-energy racing to one of Virginia’s premier trail systems. Located in the heart of Virginia’s Blue Ridge, Explore Park offers a fantastic mix of fast singletrack, rolling terrain, flowy sections, and classic East Coast technical features.
Event Schedule
• Saturday, October 17 – Pre-Ride Day?Open course access for practice and familiarization. Come dial in your lines, enjoy the trails at your own pace, and soak in the GO Fest atmosphere.
• Sunday, October 18 – Race Day?Race time! Multiple categories for all ages and abilities — beginners, juniors, sport, and expert. Riders will tackle a challenging yet fun XC course on Explore Park’s purpose-built mountain bike trails.
Why Race Explore Park?
• Over 14 miles of trails, including 9+ miles of dedicated mountain bike singletrack winding through beautiful deciduous forest
• Rolling hills, scenic woodland riding, and a mix of flow and technical terrain perfect for cross-country racing
• Stunning location right off the Blue Ridge Parkway with river access and a true adventure park vibe
• Part of the bigger GO Fest celebration — live music, vendors, outdoor activities, and a huge community turnout
Whether you’re racing for glory, chasing series points with Go Nuts Biking, or just looking for a memorable fall weekend in the mountains, this event delivers big fun in one of the Southeast’s rising mountain bike destinations.
Location:
Explore Park
56 Roanoke River Parkway Road
Roanoke, VA 24014
Registration and full category details coming soon. Mark your calendar and get ready to Go Nuts during GO Fest! ?????
Online registration only.
Regular Registration Price $50
Add $10 to all PRO/CAT 1 15+ (overall payout)
$10 Late fee week of race
Includes t-shirt if registered by cut off date (10 days prior to event date).
Start Times
EMTB 9:30am
PRO / CAT 1 10am
CAT 2 / Single Speed - 10:15am
CAT 3 - 10:30am
Women's Novice - 10:45am
Clydesdale- 10:45am
Sasquatch -10:45am
Awards to follow
XC Categories
Expert/Pro Payout
Check out the rules for Go Nuts Series!
You must COMPLETE at least 5 races for Spring or Fall series (not combined) to qualify.
The best 5 race scores will be used for overall ranking in each series.
Points do not transfer if you change categories.
You must complete race on the bike you started on.
Must wear bike helmet and appropriate gear.
Must follow outlined trail, any shortcuts or variations will result in disqualification.
You must make any and all mechanical repairs yourself or utilize the local bike support (if available).
You can move up in a Category, but never down.
Good sportsmanship is a MUST, any bad behavior will result in disqualification.
Please use proper trail etiquette during course recon and transfer stages.
All protest must be filed within 20 minutes of the last competitor completing the final race stage of the day.
If you encounter an injured/downed rider, please stop and check on them. If a rider is seriously injured or unconscious, let officials know immediately or call 911.
Go Nuts (GNR) eMTB Rules as follows:
Maximum 750watts - assistance up to 20 miles per hour - Pedaling assistance only. No hand or foot throttle allowed. Automatic disqualification. Bicycles must remain locked, i.e., no modification of wheel sensor from factory circumference or any other modification to manipulate the factory set speed of the bike.
Throttle mechanisms are prohibited.
Studded tires are prohibited.
It is forbidden to change e-bike during the event even if the rider finishes the event with the same race plate.
It is forbidden to recharge the e-bike or battery in the technical zone during the GNR event.
Technical assistance consists of the replacement or repairs of any part of the e-bike at the exception of the frame, wheels or battery.
Riders age categories are 18 and under, 19-39, 40-49 and 50 plus for Classes; Amateurs, Experts and Open Pro.
Riders can only use the battery in place on their bike and cannot carry or switch out an additional battery during the competition.
eMTB is not a USA Cycling category as of now, so points are not awarded nationally. USAC license is not required.
Race course length will be 4.5 - 7 miles depending on difficulty. Steeper climbs and more technical than normal XC will be tested on some courses. Each category will start an hour apart and should be completed within their hour.
Races will be conducted regardless of weather conditions. In the event of rain or other unfavorable conditions, it may be necessary to alter the order of the event schedule, including but not limited to, adjusting the length of the race or delaying or stopping the program completely. Should a delay occur, every effort will be made to resume the schedule in a timely fashion if conditions significantly improve.
No headphones, earphones or sound devices permitted. Horns and bells are permitted.
Riders are required to wear the appropriate helmet. Other protective gear is optional; gloves, goggles, elbow/knee guards, etc.
Shirt, shoes, and pants/shorts required. Clipless or flat pedals are both permitted.
An E-Mountain Bike is a bike operated with two energy sources, human pedal power and an electric engine, which only provides assistance when the rider is pedaling.
The course will the taped and marked. Any rider cutting the course will be disqualified.
Any behavior deemed in appropriate or unsportsmanlike like conduct will not be tolerated. Verbal or physical infractions will result in a disqualification.
Severe weather policy
Unless otherwise posted, race will be held. Safety of all racers is our main priority. If there is a delay or cancellation due to weather conditions, racers are responsible for checking information posted by director.
The information will be posted on the homepage of website, social network avenues, and via email up to 72 hours prior to the race.
Transfer/Refund Policy
There will be no registration refunds once registration is processed. We will allow transfers to upcoming races. All transfers must be requested 10 days prior and is only allowed for races that were rescheduled. Transfers will not be allowed 10 days before race or after race.