Rim Nordic XC MTB Race Series #2

Rim Nordic XC MTB Race Series

🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Family Friendly
⛰️ Scenic
Event Date

Jul 13, 2025

Location

Running Springs, CA

Discipline

Mountain Bike

About

Challenge yourself on scenic San Bernardino trails this summer!

The Rim Nordic XC MTB Race Series #1 celebrates its 31st edition on June 22, 2025, in the beautiful San Bernardino Mountains of California. This cross-country mountain bike race draws riders of all abilities across Pro, Expert, Sport, and Beginner categories. The event is family-friendly, offering free kids' races (for 11 & under) and encouraging team/shop competitions. Riders will tackle a stunning 7.2-mile lap course set among forested, mountainous single-track just east of Running Springs near Big Bear Lake. The series is known for its welcoming atmosphere and epic mountain scenery, making it a favorite summer race destination.

COURSE DETAILS

The course is a 7.2-mile lap of classic cross-country mountain bike trails, featuring forested single-track, rolling climbs, and technical descents near the Snow Valley Mountain Resort. Mass start waves are used for different categories to ensure a smooth race experience. Pre-riding is allowed on Saturdays before each race.

Race HIGHLIGHTS

  • 31st annual event
  • Mass-start waves for Pro, Expert, Sport, and Beginner categories
  • Free kids’ race for ages 11 & under
  • Team/shop competition
  • Pre-riding allowed on Saturdays before each race
  • Venue near scenic Snow Valley Mountain Resort
  • Family-friendly, fun-focused XC race atmosphere

RIDE TYPES

XC-CrossCountry

Event Location

Race overview

Course Length

7.2 miles per lap

Elevation / Elevation Gain

Approx. 6,000 ft elevation (Running Springs area) / Elevation gain not specified

Terrain

Mountainous, forested single-track

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