Lake Sonoma MTB: Grasshopper #3
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About
Ride Details
The Lake Sonoma MTB Grasshopper is a thrilling mountain bike race that challenges riders with some of the most technical, flowy singletrack in Northern California. Set in the rugged landscape around Lake Sonoma, this 23-mile course features steep climbs, fast descents, and over 4,000ft of climbing—with no easy way out. Offering both a full and short course, it’s a demanding yet rewarding experience that brings together mountain bikers of all levels for an unforgettable day on the trails. There is also a short course option that is 15 miles and just under 3,000 feet of climbing. This course is a brand new one that adds more single track and a little less climbing than last year!
Route
Course Update….
Due to the high water level and multiple slides on the south side of the lake we are back to the two lap format. Rest assured this will be a proper Hopper with close to 80% single track. This will be a similar course as the last two years with a slight variation. And, we only have to climb Bummer Peak once. :)
Long: 22.5 mi. 4,565 ft.
Short: 15 mi. 2,984 ft.
Categories
Grasshoppers have always been about adventure, exploration and pushing your limits. Come to race, or come to adventure and explore. Riders may choose their category and licenses are not required. All Hopper routes are open and riders must obey all traffic laws and rules. See RULES OF ENGAGEMENT
Podium
Top 3 in all categories for the Long Course. Top 3 OVERALL (NOT each age group for the Short Course.
Male: Pro, U18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+, Single Speed, E-Bike
Female: Pro, U18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+, Single Speed, E-Bike
Non-Binary
Aid Stations
Aid Station: (Location TBD).
We’ll have water, Skratch hydration, nutrition, GU Energy, and snacks for you.
Bottle Drop: If you wish to leave a bottle with your name clearly labeled on it you may leave it with the
NorCal BikeSport van at the start. (No hand-ups) .
ALL riders must fill their own bottles. Individual support is not allowed at the feed zone. No attacking in the feed zone area or you will be DQd and excommunicated from the church of bike.
Camping:
- Camping allowed Friday and Saturday. We have sites #1 and #2 at the Warm Springs Picnic Area. See MAP here. There are restrooms available Friday.
Multi-Participant Discount
Carts with three or more people get you 5% off per rider. No code needed.
Watcha' Get
- A crazy hard, super fun adventure with a bunch of your new and old cycling buddies.
- Feed zones with Skratch and GU Energy Labs hydration & nutrition. Presented by Trailhouse, NorCal Bike Sport, and Bike Peddler.
- Awesome prizes at the finish from our generous sponsors.
- Event timing and results.
- Hot coffee and fresh baked pastries from Black Oak Coffee Roasters the morning of each event.
- Delicious lunch, cold Guayaki and Best Day Brewing beer at the finish.
- Podiums for Top 3 All Categories long courses, and for Top 3 M/F/NB Overall short courses.
- Cash prizes for Top 3 Pro M/F Overall.
- Emergency Medical Support en route.
- Unforgettable stories of adventure.
- Free event photos
For more information visit the event page on our website or the FAQ on the 'About Us" page
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Registration ClosedPro MenSaturday, March 22, 2025
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Registration ClosedPro WomenSaturday, March 22, 2025
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Registration ClosedJunior (U19) MenSaturday, March 22, 2025
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Registration ClosedJunior WomenSaturday, March 22, 2025
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Registration ClosedNon BinarySaturday, March 22, 2025
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Registration Closed19-29 MenSaturday, March 22, 2025
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Registration Closed30-39 MenSaturday, March 22, 2025
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Registration Closed40-49 MenSaturday, March 22, 2025
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Registration Closed50-59 MenSaturday, March 22, 2025
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Registration Closed60+ MenSaturday, March 22, 2025
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Registration Closed19-29 WomenSaturday, March 22, 2025
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Registration Closed30-39 WomenSaturday, March 22, 2025
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Registration Closed40-49 WomenSaturday, March 22, 2025
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Registration Closed50-59 WomenSaturday, March 22, 2025
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Registration Closed60+ WomenSaturday, March 22, 2025
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Registration ClosedE-bike MenSaturday, March 22, 2025
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Registration ClosedE-bike WomenSaturday, March 22, 2025
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Registration ClosedSingle Speed MenSaturday, March 22, 2025
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Registration ClosedSingle Speed WomenSaturday, March 22, 2025
Series Passes
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Series Pass
28th Annual! The World’s First and Longest Running Gravel/Mixed-Terrain Adventure Series
5 Gravel, Pavé, MTB, Mixed-Terrain Adventure Rides and Races
2025 Pricing:
$650 (Save $150) by registering for the Series Pass
What’s a Hopper?
We’ve always counted on riders to describe a Hopper. But here’s what we’ve come up with: “Grasshoppers are eclectic mixed-terrain (yes there’s lots of “gravel” but in NorCal that doesn’t really sum up the terrain) adventure rides and races created to push riders to the limit without pushing them over”. And to take ya’ll to really cool places and shred on two wheels!Ride or Race?
Yes! It’s up to you. We have a podium for top 3 in all categories, but if you’re in for the adventure and exploration, we say “ride on”.How do I compete for the Series overall?
The Series Overall Podium is calculated using a point system. Placing in each series event awards you points in the following manner:- 1st place = 60 points
- 2nd place = 55 points
- 3rd place = 51 points
- 4th place = 48 points
- 5th place = 46 points
- Each place after 5th earns one less point than the place above it (i.e., 6th place = 45 pts, 7th place = 44 pts, and so on).
Overall Points Leaders will be calculated by adding up place points in each event completed. Only your top 4 finishes will count towards your Overall Points. If you complete all 5 events in the series, your lowest result will be dropped.
Overall points are only awarded to those who complete the long course options at Huffmaster, Ukiah-Mendo Epic, Lake Sonoma MTB, or King Ridge. For each event that has a long course option, riders competing for the overall series podium MUST ride the long course.
In order to be eligible for the Series Overall Podium, (aka “Hopper Super Hero King, Queen and Rider of the Universe”), riders must contest King Ridge, the series finale, on May 10.
Overall winners for all categories will win a free Series Pass entry into next year’s Grasshopper Adventure Series.
Can I transfer my entry to another rider?
No. Riders who purchase the discounted Series Pass may not sell or transfer their entries to individual Hoppers. Individual entries may be transferred to another rider via Movemint. Fee is $10.
Series pass includes:
● Low Gap: Grasshopper #1
● Huffmaster: Grasshopper #2
● Lake Sonoma MTB: Grasshopper #3
● Ukiah Mendo Gravel Epic: Grasshopper #4
● King Ridge: Grasshopper #5
Course Maps
Event Location
Lake Sonoma, CASponsors
