Challenger MTB

03/16/2026

https://www.challengermtb.com/post/the-rise-of-e-mtb

The Strategy Is DifferentRacing an e-MTB is not simply riding a heavier bike with a motor. It introduces an entirely new layer of race strategy. Riders have to manage battery use, assist modes, and pacing throughout the course. Using full power on the first climb might feel great, but it could leave...

08/29/2025

After a year of staying off my Epic, my knee is finally capable of a VERY easy-paced ride. Hoping to strengthen it over the winter. More details to come.

08/06/2025

Our friends at Sneaks n Spokes are hosting a night race at Camp Edge. Details and registration can be found at

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08/06/2025

Our friends at Sneaks n Spokes are hosting the "derhS eht egdE Team Relay" (Shred the Edge backwards) race on Friday August 22nd. It's one of the few night races in the area, and always a well-organized event. You can register at

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06/18/2025

Be sure to check out this great article from Greg Adomaitis.

Or, how I learned to stop worrying and just enjoy the ride that electric mountain bikes can offer.

06/16/2025

Thank you to all those who attended the 2025 Challenger MTB Race. We had 321 racers show up despite questionable weather. It only rained for a few minutes, so for 97% of the day, the weather held out for us. Thank you, Jesus!

If you were one of the photographers on the course, please post a link to your photos on our page. Many people were asking me, and aside from Will R, I didn’t see any other photographers.

I have to thank all the volunteers who made the race function smoothly, including my wife Angie, Ian, who mowed all the grass at the start line for us, and the excellent registration team, Debbie, the two Lindas, Sherry, and Karen, Course marshals: Dan, Dave, and Rick. Thank you to Tony (one of the elders from my church) for giving the blessing over the race and racers.

Thank you to Bill and Scott, who cut and trimmed the grass and trees. A big shout-out to Mike Trasatti, Assistant Director, who did a lot, including building the new Rat Run trail (dips) that left you with a smile.

Shout out to Healing Point Massage for the massages after the race. https://qr.codes/4q52kt

Mmmm...Tricycle Food Truck for the delicious eats.
https://www.instagram.com/tricyclefoodtruck/

Thank you to CCC for allowing us to have the 8th annual race on their property.

But the biggest surprise of the day was our new e-MTB class. Not only did we have a nice turnout, but they also volunteered during the race and stayed post-race to assist with cleaning up all the tape, cones, and signs. THANK YOU!

We know you loved going back to the track, and I’ll ask the college if we can use that next year. We received numerous compliments on the course and registration (thank you), and we look forward to seeing you at the 2026 Challenger MTB Race.

06/14/2025

Thank you for registering for the 2025 Challenger.

We have a lot to review so please read this message in its entirety.

There is a massive sinkhole at the college. Part of the road on Jefferson Dr. may be blocked on race day. Please enter from Peter Cheeseman Road. You'll see the Challenger Signs. It's one big loop, just keep the buildings on your right and you will find us.

BYOTB - Bring Your Own Trash Bag. If you carry it in please carry it out.

Please leave Fido at Home - No Dogs

Where are things located?

ONLY park in lots 10 and 8

Please stay off the infield

Registration is upfront in Red and reads “REG”

Port a Pottys are in Yellow - “Potty”

Team Tents are listed as "Teams" in White

POD = Podium

Food Truck is in White (look both ways BEFORE you cross the road. Their food is awesome and they will be serving breakfast.

What do the ARROWS on this map mean?

Green arrows show you how to get to the start line

White Arrows = Prologue

Blue Arrow - Racers already on course who are nearing the finish

Notice where it says MERGE!!!

For your first full lap, you will go through timing twice

What's the Race Course Like?

This is probably the fastest course we have ever designed

There are WARNING signs. Be alert and heed their presence! A double warning sign means it's serious!!

Roots may be wet and slippery if it rains Friday night/Saturday morning. USE CAUTION!

The course is fully marked with arrows, cones & course tape. If for some reason the tape breaks, cones get moved, etc, follow the natural contour of the trail.

••• Bring a friend. Day of registration will be open and it's $10 more than Bike Reg prices. Cash Only! There are 2 Wawa stores within 1 mile of the venue.

I'll be wearing my Challenger Cycling Jersey or T-shirt!

Have fun, ride within your abilities, and remember to smile. You're on a bike!

George Sokorai • Race Director

Mike Trasatti • Assistant Director

06/12/2025

Just wanted to say thank you to the person who stole 15 signs from the race course.

06/12/2025

This will be the start and finish area for 2025. It’s nearly identical to what we did in 2017, 18 and 19. You will use parking lot eight and 10. Be sure to enter from Peter Cheesman Road. More details to come after registration closes at 5 PM. 

06/11/2025

I know what you’re doing. You heard there’s some rain in the forecast. What you didn’t see… the Weather Channel change the forecast down to 34% chance of showers in the afternoon. As of now we are a GO for Saturday. Registration closes Thursday at 5 PM sharp. After that, you will need to pay cash the day of the race. The cash price is $10 more than Bike Reg for day of registration, there are six ATM machines within 1 mile of the college. No, we do not accept Venmo, PayPal or any electronic forms of payment. Just green dead presidents cash.

Now stop being the typical procrastinating mountain biker and go register at www.bikereg.com/challengermtb

This is a new ‘Challenge’!


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