Have you ever traveled overnight to participate in a mountain bike race?

Aug 2, 2026

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A cyclist triumphantly raises their mountain bike overhead at the finish line of a race, celebrating the achievement. The backdrop features a lush green landscape with trees, and a large "FINISH" banner hangs above. The cyclist is wearing a helmet and a race outfit, showing signs of mud from the trail. — File photo: Crank The Shield

Traveling for an out-of-town bike race is a fun way to ride new trails and make new friends, even if you aren’t particularly competitive. Still, signing up for a race costs money, and traveling overnight adds to the cost.

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bikes? you overnight

Have you ever traveled overnight to race mountain bikes?

Yes, I travel for races regularly
Yes, every now and then
Only once
No, but I plan to someday
No, and I’m not interested in traveling to race

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Tell us which mountain bike races you’ve found are worth an overnight trip in the comments below!

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