Rat Race
Crystal Merrill
ABOUT THE RACE
Join us for our 6th annual RAT Race on Saturday, June 1, 2024
The RAT Race is a fun XC mountain bike race on flowy singletrack, encompassing the best trails at RAT trails. The RAT Race is hosted by RAT, a chapter of Colorado Plateau Mountain Bike Trail Association (COPMOBA), a 501c3 nonprofit organization that advocates for mountain biking in western Colorado by building and maintaining sustainable singletrack.
REGISTRATION | Rider & Course Info | FAQ
Registration INFORMATION
Registration Fees
Advanced Online Registration: Adults: $80 | Juniors: $50
On-site Registration*: Adults: $90 | Juniors: $60
The race is capped at 200 riders max. You can sign-up to race on-site from 5-8 PM on Friday or from 6-7 AM on Saturday at the MTN Lodge Ridgway.
volunteer
If you would like to volunteer for this event, please sign up today or email us: rat@copmoba.org
SPONSOR THE RAT RACE!
Information about sponsoring this year’s RAT Race can be found here. We appreciate your support! If you are ready to sign up to sponsor, fill out our sponsorship information form.
RIDER & COURSE INFORMATION
The RAT Race offers categories suitable for intermediate and expert-level riders. Whether you're racing to win or just to have a good time, we welcome everyone to come out and join us for a fun day on the trails.
Race Categories:
Open | Men’s & Women’s Division (2 laps)
50+ | Men’s & Women’s Division (2 laps)
Casual | Men’s & Women’s Division (1 lap)
Single Speed | Men’s & Women’s Division (2 laps)
Junior | Men’s & Women’s Division (1 lap)
The race categories for Open, Single Speed or 50+ offers two laps on the course and approx. 38 miles of trail. The Junior and Casual categories offer one lap only with approx. 22 miles of trail. If you would like to ride two laps, please sign up for the Adult/Open division online.
Race Course:
Race staging begins at 7:30 AM and is located on the south side of the MTN Lodge Ridgway. The race kicks off at 8 AM. After the race, join us for an after-party and podiums.
THE RAT Race is supported by:
RAT Race FAQ
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The RAT Race is typically held on the first Saturday in June every year. This year’s date is June 1, 2024.
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The MTN Lodge Ridgway is generously offering riders discounted room rates. Call them at (970) 626-5444 to book and let them know you are racing.
Additional lodging resources can be found here.
If you would like to camp, camping may be available in the Ridgway State Park, Ouray KOA as well as National Forest Campgrounds around Ouray, CO. Dispersed camping is typically available on BLM.
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Parking is available at the MTN Lodge Ridgway on Palomino Trail Road. Do not park at the main RAT Trailhead.
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Online registrations are live! You can register today or if space is available, you can sign-up to race just before the race at the MTN Lodge Ridgway from 5-8 PM on Friday or from 6-7 AM on Saturday.
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There are various aid stations located at the northernmost part of the course and the midway point. SAR will also be monitoring the course.
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Water will be provided at the aid stations but recommended all riders carry enough water for their needs. The weather can be hot and dry in June.
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A time cutoff will be enacted for two lap racers.
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The race is capped to 200 riders.
