Fourmile Forty Mountain Bike Ride

⛰️ Scenic
Event Date

Oct 4, 2025

Location

Buena Vista, CO

Discipline

Mountain Bike

About

Conquer 42 miles of Colorado’s gravel, singletrack, and sky-high vistas.

The Fourmile Forty Mountain Bike Ride is set for October 4, 2025, in Buena Vista, Colorado. This endurance-focused event challenges riders with a 42.5-mile route weaving through a variety of terrains, from rolling gravel roads to scenic singletrack on the Midland and Whipple trail systems. While not technical, the ride's length and elevation require grit and stamina, rewarding participants with panoramic mountain views and diverse landscapes, from sagebrush meadows to pine forests. The event starts at the BV Community Center, promising an epic day for adventurous cyclists.

COURSE DETAILS

42.5-mile route featuring a blend of gravel and flowy singletrack trails, including the Midland & Whipple trail systems, starting and finishing at the BV Community Center.

Race HIGHLIGHTS

  • Physically demanding, endurance-focused course with no major technical challenges
  • Epic mountain vistas throughout the route
  • Varied landscapes: sagebrush meadows, forests, and open panoramas
  • Combines signature Buena Vista gravel with classic singletrack
  • Community-driven, friendly atmosphere

RIDE TYPES

XC-CrossCountry

Event Location

Race overview

Course Length

42.5 miles

Elevation / Elevation Gain

City elevation ~8,000 ft / Elevation gain 4,600 ft

Terrain

Rolling gravel roads and flowy singletrack

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