SUGARCAMP
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REGISTRATION
See race registration page for pricing and deadlines.
RACE DETAILS
Deep in the mountains of Eastern Kentucky you'll find miles of trail at Sugarcamp Mountain. These trails have been in progress for the last decade but already have a legacy as some of the best trails in the state. Lots of elevation, technical features, and beautiful views. This is the final race of the BGMC XC series for 2025 and the overall winners will be crowned.
REGISTRATION FOR ENDURO WILL END AT 10AM SATURDAY
Schedule:
Friday: October 17th
All trails open. Be cautions and pay attention to other riders on intersecting trails.
7:00 AM |
Packet Pickup begins for XC ONLY - IN STATE PARK CAMPGROUND |
8:30 AM |
E Bike XC Start (Wave 1) |
8:35 AM |
Pro Men & Women, Masters 40+ Men & Women XC Start (Wave 1) |
10:00 AM |
Open Men 21-29 XC & Open Men 30-39 XC Start (Wave 2) |
10:05 AM |
Open Men 40-49 XC & Open Men 50+ XC Start (Wave 2) |
11:30 AM |
U21 Men XC, U15 & U21 Women, Open Women 21-29, 30-39, 40-49, & 50+ XC Start (Wave 3) |
11:35 AM |
U15 Men Start (Wave 3) |
2:30 PM |
YOUTH (10 & Under) - TOP OF MOUNTAIN - Free, but you must register! |
2:45 PM |
Chip pick-up begins - TOP OF MOUNTAIN |
3:15 PM |
Enduro Race Meeting - TOP OF MOUNTAIN |
3:30 PM |
Enduro Wave 1: E Bike Men/Women & Pro Men/Women |
3:40 PM |
Enduro Wave 2: U21 Men, 30-39 Men, Adaptive Men/Women |
3:50 PM |
Enduro Wave 3: 21-29 Men, 40-49 Men, 50+ Men |
4:00 PM |
Enduro Wave 4: U15, U21, 21-29, 40+ Women, U15 Men, Party Lappers AWARDS |
6:00 PM |
CUTOFF for Waves 1 |
6:15 PM |
CUTOFF for Wave 2 |
6:30 PM |
CUTOFF for Waves 3 & 4 |
6:35 PM |
AWARDS - XC & Enduro, Series, and Giveaway - TOP OF MOUNTAIN |
CAMPING INFO
JENNY WILEY STATE PARK CAMPING CLOSED,
Free camping on top of the mountain.
JENNY WILEY STATE PARK CAMPING CLOSED,
Free camping on top of the mountain.
Camping Area 1: TENTS
Camping Area 2: Trailers, Vans, Rooftop tents.
The Jenny Wiley State Park campground is closed as flood relief victims are filling most of the campground. The area of the campground we use for the XC racing is not being used, and we will continue to use that for XC like normal for Saturday. The City of Prestonsburg has opened up space on top of the mountain for primitive camping. You can park campers, trucks, vans as well in this area. Note that there will be no camper hookups, power, sewer, water etc to hook up to. To reserve a spot please do so on the race registration website.
Camping Area 2: Trailers, Vans, Rooftop tents.
The Jenny Wiley State Park campground is closed as flood relief victims are filling most of the campground. The area of the campground we use for the XC racing is not being used, and we will continue to use that for XC like normal for Saturday. The City of Prestonsburg has opened up space on top of the mountain for primitive camping. You can park campers, trucks, vans as well in this area. Note that there will be no camper hookups, power, sewer, water etc to hook up to. To reserve a spot please do so on the race registration website.
SHUTTLE INFO
PURCHASE ON REGISTRATION PAGE
PURCHASE ON REGISTRATION PAGE
Shuttle is free for REGISTERED RIDERS ONLY!
YOU MUST HAVE YOUR PLATE ON YOUR BIKE AND A SIGNED WAIVER TO ACCESS THE SHUTTLE.
Want to shuttle but not race? Great, we have an option for that. Check out our category called “Party Lappers”. You get to enjoy all the benefits of racing such as a number plate, getting times, being entered into giveaways, and more. We consider this a non-competitive category and helps get you access to all of the fun.
For this event we’re giving 100% of the money from the Party Lappers category to support a local Animal Shelter project in town. So, look at your registration for Party Lappers being a donation for your shuttle laps. This was decided by the trail stewards, that they wanted proceeds from the race to help a project in town, we're all for it.
We couldn’t host this race without the city/county/park pulling all the stops to make this shuttle support so many riders. Support the area and sign up!
Shuttle times:
Friday: Self Shuttle only.
Saturday: 11 AM - 4:30 PM Last Shuttle Up
Sunday: 10 AM - All racers are finished.
SELF SHUTTLE
We do suggest you self shuttle if you have the ability. Doing this with a family member or friend who is there just to hang out helps things run smoother, quicker, etc. If you do self shuttle the laws of the road apply, so you take all risk and responsibility for this. We will have enough space with the provided shuttle, however in practice you can likely get more laps doing it yourself.
YOU MUST HAVE YOUR PLATE ON YOUR BIKE AND A SIGNED WAIVER TO ACCESS THE SHUTTLE.
Want to shuttle but not race? Great, we have an option for that. Check out our category called “Party Lappers”. You get to enjoy all the benefits of racing such as a number plate, getting times, being entered into giveaways, and more. We consider this a non-competitive category and helps get you access to all of the fun.
For this event we’re giving 100% of the money from the Party Lappers category to support a local Animal Shelter project in town. So, look at your registration for Party Lappers being a donation for your shuttle laps. This was decided by the trail stewards, that they wanted proceeds from the race to help a project in town, we're all for it.
We couldn’t host this race without the city/county/park pulling all the stops to make this shuttle support so many riders. Support the area and sign up!
Shuttle times:
Friday: Self Shuttle only.
Saturday: 11 AM - 4:30 PM Last Shuttle Up
Sunday: 10 AM - All racers are finished.
SELF SHUTTLE
We do suggest you self shuttle if you have the ability. Doing this with a family member or friend who is there just to hang out helps things run smoother, quicker, etc. If you do self shuttle the laws of the road apply, so you take all risk and responsibility for this. We will have enough space with the provided shuttle, however in practice you can likely get more laps doing it yourself.
COURSE DETAILS
XC NOTES:
Shorter course for 2025.
This course will be shorter than the last two years to keep some of the Enduro open longer. The course will be fully marked with signs and tape.
Pro/Master: 3 Laps
Open: 2 Laps
11-14: 1 Lap
Shorter course for 2025.
This course will be shorter than the last two years to keep some of the Enduro open longer. The course will be fully marked with signs and tape.
Pro/Master: 3 Laps
Open: 2 Laps
11-14: 1 Lap
Download the XC GPX: |
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ENDURO MAP
ENDURO NOTES:
STAGE 1: No Ripcord.
STAGE 2: Feathers (new version)
STAGE 3: Rawhide
STAGE 4: Heisenburg
STAGE 5: Professor X, Hellbender, B-Line.
STAGE 1: No Ripcord.
STAGE 2: Feathers (new version)
STAGE 3: Rawhide
STAGE 4: Heisenburg
STAGE 5: Professor X, Hellbender, B-Line.
COURSE SAFETY
THIS IS IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ
Enduro riders:
Here are are notes about keeping you safe during this race. If you have any questions please send us an email and we will be glad to get back with you.
- Full face recommended, but not required.
- You have to keep your helmet on during the climb stage for those who do it.
- Course will have taped intersections, and some signs. We will add tape, or a netting to help identify technical areas.
- The trails for this race are all considered Intermediate - Hard (Blue and Black). They require experience, and proper gear. If you're a new rider, or new enduro rider, Shuttle Saturday is a great day for you to scope the courses and make sure this is safe before diving into race mode.
Here are are notes about keeping you safe during this race. If you have any questions please send us an email and we will be glad to get back with you.
- Full face recommended, but not required.
- You have to keep your helmet on during the climb stage for those who do it.
- Course will have taped intersections, and some signs. We will add tape, or a netting to help identify technical areas.
- The trails for this race are all considered Intermediate - Hard (Blue and Black). They require experience, and proper gear. If you're a new rider, or new enduro rider, Shuttle Saturday is a great day for you to scope the courses and make sure this is safe before diving into race mode.
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ACCOMMODATIONS
Book now as rooms are filling up! Camping is always a great option.
Travel
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Lexington: 121 mi.
Louisville: 192 mi. Cincinnati: 197 mi. |
Knoxville: 205 mi.
Bowling Green: 260 mi. Nashville: 313 mi. |
Pines Branch Road Prestonsburg, KY 41653
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