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

Mountain bike races can be a fun way to explore new trails and connect with other riders.
By Jeff Barber
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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.

Have you ever traveled overnight to race mountain bikes?

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

 
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