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Sunday, August 16th, 2026
5435 Townline Road (County Route 43), Vernon NY
10 Miles · Ultra
62–79°F · some rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
64–86°F
dry
2024
57–85°F
dry
2023
64–76°F
dry
2022
60–83°F
dry
2021
53–79°F
dry
2020
63–82°F
dry
2019
64–76°F
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2018
68–83°F
dry
2017
59–76°F
dry
2016
66–83°F
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About this race
Event Overview
Join us for the inaugural Girls Gone Ride & Race Mtn Bike Challenge on Sunday, August 16, 2026 in the smack middle of NY State in Verona, NY at Tilden Hill Farm. This is a female only event, sorry boys!
Race Details
- Course: 5 mile loop course on the many single track trails within Tilden Hill wooded property.
- Distances: Twice around for the 10 Mile Ride and 4 times around for the 20 Mile Race.
- Finisher Medals: All finishers (both distances) will receive finisher medals.
- Awards: Overall and Age Group winners for the 20M Race event.
Post-Race Celebration
Post race celebration with drink, food and music. Helmets are required.
Accommodations
- Location: Wonderful accommodations at Tilden Hill Farm, including onsite lodging, tenting, and RV options.
- Activities: Adding Saturday (Aug 15) activities inclusive of light trail riding, yoga, and other fun elements if participation numbers justify.
- Details: Activities are currently TBD, more information to follow.
Related Events
If you also enjoy trail running be sure to check out Trail Fest 2026 happening the day before (August 15) also at Tilden Hill Farm.
Participation Note
Let's make this event something special. We'll do our part but we need you to be there!
Helmets are required to be able to participate in the bike race: you will not be allowed to start without a helmet.
Registration Link
For more details and to register, please visit Girls Gone Ride Mtn Bike Challenge.
Course map
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Run clubs near Vernon to train with before race day.
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