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Update July 29th, 2026

Official Series Announcement before Thanksgiving

Oregon XC Series – Get Ready for 2027!

The 2027 Oregon XC Series returns for another exciting season of cross-country mountain bike racing, bringing together eight of Oregon's premier XC events into one season-long championship coordinated by Mudslinger Events.

The series is a collaborative effort between Scott's Cycle & Sports, promoter of Echo Red to Red; Capital Velo, producer of Silver Falls XC; Newport Parks & Recreation, producer of the Coast Hills Classic; and Mudslinger Events, producer of the remaining championship races. Together, these experienced organizers deliver a diverse collection of courses and race experiences across Oregon. Most events will feature professional timing by E8 Timing, providing consistent results and seamless scoring throughout the season.

Eight Events Across Oregon

The season begins with the iconic Echo Red to Red in Echo, Oregon, and continues through eight exciting races across the state, including:

• Three events in Central Oregon
• Two events in the Willamette Valley
• One event on the Oregon Coast
• Eastern Oregon's season opener at Echo
• The return of Bend Dirt Fest to the Oregon XC Series

From fast, flowing singletrack to technical climbs and classic XC terrain, every event offers a unique challenge while contributing to the overall series standings.

Championship Finals

The Oregon XC Series continues to recognize both experienced racers and those newer to XC competition by hosting separate championship finales.

Category 2 and Above Finals

Bend Dirt Fest returns to the Oregon XC Series and will host the Series Finals for Category 2, Category 1, Expert, Singlespeed, Elite, and Pro racers. Competitors will race for 101 championship points, making Bend Dirt Fest one of the most important events of the season.

Category 3 Finals

The Sisters Stampede will once again host the Category 3 Series Finals, providing the largest and most welcoming fields for newer racers while offering the same exciting championship atmosphere.

To keep the championship battle exciting throughout the season, one additional Wild Card Event will also award 101 championship points. The selected event will be announced during the season, ensuring every race remains meaningful in the championship chase.

Welcome Back, Silver Falls XC

We're excited to welcome Silver Falls XC back into the Oregon XC Series after taking a one-year hiatus while serving as the standalone OBRA State Cross Country Championships. We're thrilled to have the Capital Velo crew back as part of the championship.

Categories for Every Rider

Whether you're lining up for your very first XC race or chasing an Elite podium, the Oregon XC Series has a place for you.

• Riders ages 9 through 70+
• 36 championship divisions
• Multiple course distances for every ability level
• Season-long points competition

Series Champions will earn a custom Oregon XC Series Champion Hoodie and year-long bragging rights.

Important Reminders

• Please compete in the appropriate ability category throughout the season. Riders may not move between ability categories—especially by downgrading—without prior approval from OBRA upgrades@obra.org
• Elite category participation requires OBRA approval.
• Review each event's website for registration details, schedules, and course information.
• Follow the Oregon XC Series standings throughout the season as riders battle for championship points.

Thank you for supporting cross-country mountain bike racing in Oregon. Whether you're chasing a championship, racing with friends, or lining up for your very first XC event, we're excited to have you be part of another incredible season.



We'll see you on the starting line!

Mike Ripley
Oregon XC Series Director

Race #1   

Echo Red to Red

Echo, Oregon

March 13th, 2027

Echo, Oregon

March 13th, 2027

Echo Red to Red has cemented itself as the official season opener. It holds a special place for so many folks who have spent the off-season trying to better themselves. This is definitely a destination race with almost all participants traveling into town. We highly recommend doubling up and checking out the Real West Gravel on Sunday March 15th. This is year 17! And we’d be remiss if we didn’t thank Brian Cimmiyotti and friends who started this race all the way back in 2009. And none of this would be possible without Lloyd and Lois Peircy of Sno Road Winery.

Launch from town on pavement, shuffle a bit in a gravel sector, battle it out on the singletrack, then back to the gravel, and finally back to town with a pavement finish. 

Produced by Scott's Cycle and Sports

Contact:Brian Cimminyotti

Email: scottscycleandsports@gmail.com

Format: BIG Wave starts 

Race # 2

Mudslinger

Wildcard Race worth 1% more points

Blodgett, Oregon

April 3rd, 2027

40th Anniversary

Celebrate 40 Years of Mudslinger!

April 2027 marks the 40th Anniversary of the legendary Mudslinger, one of the longest-running mountain bike races in the United States. Since 1987, thousands of riders have kicked off their season on these iconic Oregon trails, creating four decades of memories, mud, friendships, and unforgettable racing.

To celebrate this milestone, bring your vintage mountain bike, dust off your retro race kit, or simply come dressed in your favorite throwback cycling gear! Whether you're riding a fully restored steel hardtail, an early full-suspension bike, or just sporting neon socks and a classic race jersey, we'd love to celebrate the history of mountain biking with you.

Back to Our Roots

For the 40th Anniversary, we're returning to where it all began with an updated one-lap course inspired by the original Mudslinger format. Expect the classic mix of gravel roads, flowing singletrack, punchy climbs, and fast descents that made Mudslinger one of Oregon's signature spring races.

Designed to be fast, fun, and welcoming to riders of all abilities, the single-loop course keeps everyone together while delivering the authentic Mudslinger experience that generations of riders have come to love.

Whether you're racing for the podium, chasing Oregon XC Series points, or simply reliving the early days of mountain biking, this is the year to be part of history.

Better yet, make it a full weekend of adventure! The Mudslinger 25K Trail Run takes place the same day, creating a unique celebration of mountain biking and trail running for athletes, families, and spectators alike.

Event Details

• 40th Anniversary Celebration (1987–2027)
• Updated One-Lap Course — Back to Our Roots
• Vintage bikes and retro apparel encouraged
• Wave Start Format
• Mountain Bike Field Limit: 200 riders
• Mudslinger 25K Trail Run Field Limit: 100 runners
• Part of the 2027 Oregon XC Series

Located just 20 minutes west of Corvallis and only 35 minutes from the Oregon Coast, Mudslinger offers the perfect destination for an unforgettable spring weekend.

Join us as we celebrate 40 years of Oregon mountain bike history. Whether you're returning for your tenth—or thirtieth—Mudslinger or lining up for the very first time, this anniversary edition promises to be one you'll never forget.

Produced by Mudslinger Events

Contact: mike@mudslingerevents.com

RACE #3

Coast Hills Classic\

Newport, Oregon

May 8th, 2027

We have an awesome course designed with gorgeous ocean views, meadows, sick down hill, gnarly single track, killer climbs, and what’s sure to be a great course! This event is brought to life by a public-private partnership in the true spirit of community. Bike Newport, the Newport News-times and other local volunteers are volunteering alongside staff from the Newport Parks and Recreation Department to breath new life into this old race, formerly known as the Ben Eder Memorial.

Produced by Newport Parks and Recreation

Format: Wave/group starts. 

Field Limit 300

Contact: Zachary Koprowski Race Director Newport Parks and Recreation through the website link below

Race # 4

Silver Falls XC

Silver Falls State Park

Saturday May 15th, 2027 

Silver Falls XC Returns in 2027!

The 2027 Silver Falls XC returns to the Oregon XC Series, and we're excited to welcome Capital Velo and Silver Falls State Park back to the championship calendar.

Racers will once again experience one of Oregon's premier cross-country mountain bike venues. The course begins with approximately 1.2 miles on the Howard Creek Loop, climbing Smith Creek Trail before traversing the scenic Buck Mountain Loop and Lost Creek Trail to reach the top of the featured descent—Catamount Trail.

After flying down the fast and technical Catamount descent, riders will tackle Rabbit Hole before course distances split:

• Short Course riders return directly to the finish via Howard Creek Loop.
• Medium Course riders complete one additional lap.
• Long Course riders complete two additional laps before heading to the finish on Howard Creek Loop.

The combination of steady climbing, flowing singletrack, and exhilarating descents has made Silver Falls XC a favorite among racers of every ability.

Trail Courtesy

Silver Falls State Park is an active public recreation area. While every effort is made to manage trail traffic during the event, racers may encounter hikers, runners, horseback riders, or other cyclists.

Please:

• Ride safely and under control.
• Announce yourself when passing.
• Yield when appropriate.
• Respect fellow trail users, volunteers, and park staff.
• Help us leave the park in better condition than we found it.

Thank you for helping us showcase mountain biking in one of Oregon's most beautiful state parks.

We'll see you on the starting line in 2027!

Race #5

Sisters Stampede
Sisters, Oregon

May 30th, 2027

XC Series Finals for Cat 3

Memorial Weekend

Register now

Sisters Stampede – Celebrating 18 Years

For 18 years, the Sisters Stampede has been one of Oregon's premier cross-country mountain bike races and a cornerstone of the Oregon XC Series. Held each Memorial Day Weekend in the mountain town of Sisters, Oregon, this destination event draws riders from across the Pacific Northwest to experience some of the state's finest singletrack.

Starting with wave starts from Blazin Saddles Bike Shop, racers roll into an outstanding trail network built and maintained by the Sisters Trail Alliance. Expect flowing singletrack through towering ponderosa pines, volcanic lava rock, open meadows, and spectacular views of the Three Sisters. The course rewards fitness and bike handling while featuring less sustained climbing than many Oregon XC Series races, making it one of the fastest and most enjoyable events on the calendar.

Known for its signature horseback lead-out of the Elite fields and welcoming atmosphere, the Sisters Stampede is a race every mountain biker should experience at least once.

Produced by Mudslinger Events

• Wave Starts: Blazin Saddles Bike Shop
• Field Limit: 500 Riders
• Memorial Day Weekend
• 2027 Oregon XC Series – Category 3 Championship Finals

Contact: mike@mudslingerevents.com

Race #6
Bend Dirt Fest

XC Series finals for Cat 2 and above

1% more points

Bend, Oregon

7/11/2026

Bend Dirt Fest – Where Oregon's Dirt Community Comes Together

One part mountain bike, one part gravel, and one part trail running, Bend Dirt Fest is a celebration of everything that makes Central Oregon one of the world's premier endurance destinations.

In 2027, Bend Dirt Fest proudly hosts the Oregon XC Series Championship Finals for Elite, Category 1, Category 2, Singlespeed, and Clydesdale racers. The season-long championship comes down to one exciting day on Bend's legendary singletrack.

More than a championship race, Bend Dirt Fest celebrates the spirit of Bend. Ride world-class trails, race alongside gravel cyclists and trail runners, enjoy local food and beer, and experience a festival atmosphere that brings together Oregon's entire dirt community.

Looking for an extra challenge? Enter the Bend Dirt Fest Team Competition by combining forces with a mountain biker, gravel rider, or half marathon trail runner. It's a unique opportunity to compete across disciplines while sharing the weekend with friends and family.

When registering, simply select your Bend Dirt Fest age-group category. Oregon XC Series competitors will be placed into their appropriate series category for scoring.

Beyond being the Oregon XC Series Finals, Bend Dirt Fest is a celebration of what makes Bend special—iconic trails, an incredible outdoor community, and a weekend dedicated to the sports we love.