Berkshire 40 XCM

Race Day XC

⛰️ Scenic
Event Date

Aug 31, 2025

Location

Cheshire, MA

Discipline

Mountain Bike

About

Conquer 40 miles of rugged Appalachian terrain.

The Berkshire 40 XCM is a non-championship mountain bike marathon taking place on August 31, 2025, in Cheshire, Massachusetts. Set in the Berkshire Mountains, this endurance event challenges riders with a demanding route designed for seasoned cyclists who seek a true test of stamina and skill. Traverse technical singletrack trails, forest paths, and rocky outcrops while enjoying the natural beauty and excitement of one of New England’s top mountain biking destinations.

COURSE DETAILS

Challenging course featuring technical singletrack, forest trails, and rocky sections, utilizing the rugged terrain of the Berkshire Mountains and Thunder Mountain Bike Park.

Race HIGHLIGHTS

  • Hosted at Thunder Mountain Bike Park, renowned for steep descents and flow trails
  • Non-championship endurance event in the Berkshire Mountains
  • Part of the Race Day XC series, a staple in New England endurance racing
  • Presented by Rotation Engineering and Specialized

RIDE TYPES

XC-CrossCountry

Event Location

Race overview

Course Length

40 miles

Elevation / Elevation Gain

Cheshire, MA: ~1,000 ft elevation / Significant elevation gain typical for a mountain XCM event

Terrain

Technical singletrack, forest trails, rocky sections

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