Cranky Monkey Mountain Bike Race
Aug 24, 2025
Fountainhead Regional Park, MD
Mountain Bike
About
Challenge rugged trails and race the competition at Cranky Monkey 2025!
Experience the thrill of cross-country mountain biking at its best! The Cranky Monkey Mountain Bike Race returns for 2025 at Fountainhead Regional Park in Virginia, offering fast and technical singletrack that challenges riders of every level. With wave starts, multiple age groups, e-bike and singlespeed categories, and a vibrant post-race community scene, this event promises an adrenaline-packed day for newcomers and seasoned racers alike.
COURSE DETAILS
Choose between the 9-mile Base, 15-mile Sport, or 21-mile Expert routes, each featuring Fountainhead's renowned technical singletrack filled with roots, rocks, challenging climbs, and fast descents. Multiple race categories including e-bike and singlespeed. Includes Black, Blue, and Green trail loops.
Race HIGHLIGHTS
- Wave starts reduce congestion for smooth racing
- Multiple categories: age groups, clydesdale, masters, e-bike, singlespeed
- Challenging, technical trails and varied loop options
- Vibrant post-race community atmosphere at the park
RIDE TYPES
Race overview
Base: 9 miles / Sport: 15 miles / Expert: 21 miles
Fountainhead Regional Park elevation: ~350ft / Course elevation gain: Not specified (technical with challenging climbs)
Technical singletrack with roots, rocks, and fast descents