Battle the Bear

The 8th Annual Battle the Bear Mountain Bike Race will take place along the Hogback Ridge in Lakewood, Colorado at Bear Creek Lake Park.

Events:
Saturday May 17th Introducing a completely new 10 mile course this year! We are very excited to present this year a new course which encircles the entire Bear Creek Lake Park. The course is approximately 10 miles in length and features a taste of all types of terrain, with one big climb, rolling hils, lots of singletrack and exciting descents. There will be a neutral support feed zone at the end of each lap. The Start/Finish venue will be at Coyote Crossing.

Event Highlights:
Part of the inaugural Denver Fat Tire Festival, spectators and racers alike will enjoy the hot racing action and recreational rides and clinics going on at this fun venue. There will be industry exposition tents with product sampling, and raffles going on. Bring your cowbells or noise-makers and see what Front Range racing is all about! Kick off the mountain bike racing season in Colorado by bringing the family and kids out to this annual spring ritual of off-road fun. Visit the Denver Fat Tire Festival page for full Festival activity information.

Camping:
Camping is available at the Park with tables and firepits, on a first come basis, for a nominal fee. We have reserved a community site which holds 25 people. Contact the Park directly to reserve an individual spot, or the Race Director for information on the community site.

Race Entry fee: $35.00