Community Events
CACTUS CUP COMMUNITY EVENTS
2026 ANNUAL PRE-RIDE AND BBQ - BIKES and BRATS!
FEBRUARY 22nd 2026: McDowell Mountain Park, comp lot (where Cactus Cup will take place!) Cactus Cup Crew will lead 3 – 4 different groups featuring:
– The XC Sprint (Sunday’s 20 mile course)
– The 25 Mile Course (Saturday’s 25 mile course)
– A shortened section of the 40 Mile course that includes Coachwhip/Dixie Mine
– Easy group ride of the 10 Mile Course – perfect for kids!
*New for 2026 – registration discounts offered onsite for The Cactus Cup*
If you want a chance to check out the courses with experts and ask questions (or just grab a ride with friends) then meet us there!
Post-Ride we provide hot dogs, brats and chips. It’s a great time and a great way to get pumped for the race.
SUNDAY FEBRUARY 22nd
Meet at McDowell Mountain Park, Competitive Track Parking Lot
9AM meet up / 9:30AM Wheels Down
~11am – 1pm BBQ
$10 to enter the park, paid at guard station
Come prepared: Bike, helmet, water, food….
