Lake Sonoma MTB: Grasshopper #3

Distances and entry

• Pro Men — $130.67
• Pro Women — $130.67
• Junior (U19) Men — $65.83
• Junior Women — $65.83
• Non Binary — $130.67
• 19-29 Men — $130.67
• 30-39 Men — $130.67
• 40-49 Men — $130.67
• 50-59 Men — $130.67
• 60+ Men — $130.67
• 19-29 Women — $130.67
• 30-39 Women — $130.67
• 40-49 Women — $130.67
• 50-59 Women — $130.67
• 60+ Women — $130.67
• E-bike Men — $130.67
• E-bike Women — $130.67
• Single Speed Men — $130.67
• Single Speed Women — $130.67

About Lake Sonoma MTB: Grasshopper #3

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