Chuska Challenge Mountain Bike Race

Tour De Rez Cup Series

πŸͺ… Festival
πŸ† Prizes
⛰️ Scenic
πŸ§‘β€πŸ§‘β€πŸ§’β€πŸ§’ Family Friendly
Event Date

Sep 20, 2025

Location

Red Valley, AZ

Discipline

Mountain Bike

About

Conquer rugged trails amid Navajo landscapes and community spirit.

The Chuska Challenge Mountain Bike Race, happening September 20, 2025, is a grassroots biking festival in the heart of the Navajo Nation’s Chuska Mountains. The event features both competitive races and non-competitive tours along a challenging 20-mile route. Participants enjoy a weekend of cultural celebration, including family-friendly activities, live music, workshops, camping, and local food vendors—all surrounded by the breathtaking scenery of the Chuska Mountains. The event fosters a strong community spirit, welcoming riders of all ages and levels.

COURSE DETAILS

A single 20-mile loop traversing rugged, mountainous terrain, blending technical singletrack with scenic climbs and descents through the Chuska Mountains.

Race HIGHLIGHTS

  • Live music and workshops
  • Kids’ races and family-friendly activities
  • Camping under starlit skies
  • Local food vendors
  • Finisher’s medals for all racers
  • Community raffle and cultural celebration

RIDEΒ TYPES

XC-CrossCountry

Event Location

Race overview

Course Length

20 miles

Elevation / Elevation Gain

Chuska Mountains ~8,000–9,000 feet (mountainous terrain, no exact elevation specified)

Terrain

Rugged mountain trails with technical singletrack and scenic vistas

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