This is backcountry mountain bike racing at its finest with a shorter course and still all the amenities of a long distance endurance race. The Annual Jerdon Mountain Challenge will run on some of the same trails as the ever popular Off Road Assault on Mt Mitchell in Old Fort, North Carolina. Racers will tackle 3,600′ of climbing over 26 miles as you hit some great trails like Kitsuma, Star Gap and Jarrett Creek. Celebrate with a huge after party on the picturesque Gateway Museum grounds.

THIS RACE IS LIMITED TO 300 PARTICIPANTS.

Date: Saturday, July 25, 2020 (Rain or Shine)

Time: Mandatory ride meeting at start line at 7:50 am . Ride starts at 8:00am.

Packet Pickup: Registration packet pickup begins race morning at 6am. Early packet pickup will be available on Friday from 4-8pm  at the Finish in the grassy field beside the Gateway Museum. I.D. Required

Fee: $80 until 6/21/20.  $90 until 7/19/20 $100 on race day.

Amenities: Chip timing with instant results, categories, awesome rest stops, Upcountry Brewing beer at finish with Pasta (Meat or Vegetarian) Feast,well-marked route, restrooms, wicked NC singletrack and so much more.

T Shirts: T-shirts are optional to all who preregister before June 29th

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