2026 Virginia State MTB Championship Weekend @ Massanutten

2026 Virginia State MTB Championship Weekend @ Massanutten

Presented by RVA Racing Events & Massanutten Bike Park

2 Days. 3 Disciplines. One Shot at Glory.

Event runs Friday–Sunday, with optional Friday preview and packet pickup.

The Western Slope and Bike Park come alive for Virginia’s premier MTB championship weekend.
From lung-busting XCO to a brutal Over-the-Mountain Time Trial to full-send Downhill—this is where titles are earned.

Race for the podium. Ride for the story. Stay for the weekend.

WEEKEND OVERVIEW

Friday – Course Preview + Packet Pickup

Location: Western Slope – 4276 Happy Valley Rd, Keezletown, VA

Ride the course, scope your lines, and watch it come together.

• 4:00–7:00 PM: Early Check-In / Packet Pickup
• Shuttle laps: Start at 4:00 PM

Saturday – XCO + Uphill Time Trial

Location: Western Slope
Day Pass Included

Expect rocks, roots, punchy climbs, and fast flow.
Half-shell helmets required

XCO

• 8:00 AM: Check-In / Vendor Setup
• 9:00 AM: First Wave (Non-USAC categories)
• 10:30 AM: First Wave Awards
• 12:00 PM: Second Wave (USAC State Championship)
• 1:30 PM: Final Awards

Course: ~4-mile laps of classic Western Slope terrain (laps vary by category)
Route: https://www.strava.com/routes/3355257690380579896

Over-the-Mountain Time Trial (NEW)

Non-Championship Event

• 2:00 PM: Check-In
• 3:00 PM: Starts (1-minute intervals)
• 4:30 PM: Awards

A pure test of pacing and power—go out too hot, and the mountain collects.
Same climb as last year, then down Blooming Laurel back to the start.

Uphill Time Trial Format:
Riders start individually at assigned times after registration closes.
9:00 AM race participants will start first.
Start times will be emailed and posted on Webscorer before race day.
Riders must start at their assigned time.

Sunday – Downhill @ Bike Park

Location: Massanutten Bike Park (Ski Area)

Format: One Run, One Shot

No seeding, no second chances, your single timed run determines the result.

Bike Park opens at 10:00 AM and the high speed lift will let you do plenty of practice runs.

Bike Park Access

• Discounted passes: For pre-registered riders available during registration
• Season pass holders: You’re good

Two Downhill Races

World Cup Downhill – State Championship
Big tech, rock sections, full track. Medals on the line.
USAC license required

Macadamia XCDH (XC-Friendly Downhill) Non-Championship Event
Fast, flowy, Western Slope-style trail—built for speed and fun.

Pre-Ride: 10:00 AM – 12:45 PM
Racing Saturday? Head over after XCO for optional pre-ride laps. Saturday lift tickets are available at a discount during registration.

STATE CHAMPIONSHIP DETAILS

• USA Cycling: Sanctioned
• Titles: Awarded to Virginia residents only (annual USAC license required)
• Out-of-state riders: May podium but are not eligible for state titles
• Championship categories: Require an annual license (no one-day upgrades)

NON-CHAMPIONSHIP CATEGORIES (NEW)

Not chasing a title? Skip the paperwork and still send it.

• No annual USAC license: Required
• No one-day license: Required
• Same courses: Same terrain. Same effort

There’s still a podium—just no state title on the line.

You won’t earn a jersey—but you’ll earn the ride.

NOTES & IMPORTANT INFO

• Registration closes: Thursday, Sept 24 at 8:00 PM (no late registration)
• Race day registration: Not guaranteed—register early
• Timing: Chip timed with live results
• Course marking: Fully marked and marshaled courses
• Course support: Limited on-course support—ride prepared

Categories & Licensing

• State Championship categories: USAC annual license required (Virginia residents eligible for titles)
• Out-of-state riders: May race and podium but are not eligible for state titles
• Non-championship categories: No USAC license required (annual or one-day not needed)

Downhill Format

• One run: Per rider — fastest time counts
• No second runs: Or combined scoring

Weather & Conditions

• This is a mountain venue: Weather can change quickly
• Events run: Rain or shine unless conditions are unsafe

General

• Helmets required: For all disciplines (full-face required for DH)
• Lift tickets: For DH available during registration (Sunday required unless season pass holder)
• Respect: The course, other riders, and event staff—ride hard, ride clean

MAKE IT A WEEKEND

Bring the crew. Between races:

• Scenic lift rides:
• Indoor water park:
• Blue Ridge views: For days

Lodging discount codes will be emailed after registration.

This isn’t just a race—it’s a mountain weekend with a number plate.

Register here