Hops and Spokes Mountain Bike Classic
Welcome to the Hops and Spokes Mountain Bike Classic, held at the beautiful El Dorado Ranch Park in Yucaipa, California! This one-of-a-kind event blends the thrill of endurance mountain biking with the camaraderie of craft beer culture. Solo riders will take on a 6-hour looped course, winding through rugged trails, rolling terrain, and scenic views that showcase the best of Yucaipa’s natural landscape. Whether you’re racing for the podium or just out to challenge yourself and have fun, this course is built to test your endurance, skill, and spirit. When the dust settles, the celebration begins! Join us for the awards ceremony and after-party at Hops and Spokes Brewery, where riders, friends, and families can raise a glass to an incredible day on the trails. Expect good music, great beer, and the unbeatable community vibe that makes this event so special. So gear up, dig deep, and get ready to ride — the Hops and Spokes Mountain Bike Classic is where endurance meets enjoyment, and every lap tells a story.
4-Person Relay Team Description
Teams of four riders will compete in a relay-style format, with only one rider allowed on the course at a time. Riders must exchange at the designated start/finish area before the next teammate begins their lap. Team strategy and timing are key—each rider’s lap contributes to the team’s total distance and time.
Pre Race
Bib pick up will be on race morning beginning at 6:30 am. Please arrive early to check in! Please be ready at the race start line by 7:45 am!
Race Day
Race location: El Dorado Ranch Park in Yucaipa, CA. 37186 Oak Glen Rd. Yucaipa, CA 92399 Parking is free and located at the park entrance. Bathrooms are available on site near the parking lot.
Mandatory Items
All riders must wear proper safety gear.
Racer Information
Crew is allowed near the start/finish line. There is a nice grass area that is perfect to have a crew set up covering, chairs, etc. Crew is also allowed out on the course, however we ask that they please stay out of the riders way at all times. Aid station will be located at the start/finish line. There will be different food and drink options. Please bring any specific fuel you are used in training. Cut-off for last lap will be strictly 2:00 pm. All racers can finish their last lap as long as they begin the lap before 2:00 pm.
Course Information
Course has not changed due to recent storms and the weather looks perfect! Changing riders for the relay must be completed at the start/finish line. NO exceptions.
Post Race
Awards and after-party will be located at Hops and Spokes Brewery immediately following the race finish. All are welcome! 34324 Yucaipa Blvd. Suite A. Yucaipa, CA 92399
Course Map: https://www.strava.com/routes/3424435121805499158
