James River Rush
- Date Sun 9th November 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Richmond, Virginia
- Price $64.60
- Races 1 race
- Distances 10 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the James River Rush on Sunday, November 9th, 2025, in the vibrant city of Richmond! This unique urban triathlon combines the thrill of trail running, mountain biking, and paddling through Class III+ whitewater, making it a must-attend event for adventure enthusiasts.
Participants will kick off their journey at the scenic 14th Street takeout upper lot, where they'll navigate the stunning trails of the James River Park System. Riders will tackle Richmond’s renowned singletrack, including the challenging Northbank and Buttermilk trails, filled with switchbacks, roots, and creek crossings that promise an adrenaline rush. The adventure continues with a rugged trail run, ensuring that the excitement never fades. The grand finale features heart-pounding paddling as competitors navigate the Class III+ rapids, including the iconic Hollywood and Pipeline, right in the heart of downtown RVA. Don't miss out on the post-race celebration, where the community comes together to revel in the spirit of adventure and camaraderie. Join us for the James River Rush—where chaos meets community, and unforgettable memories are made!
Participants will kick off their journey at the scenic 14th Street takeout upper lot, where they'll navigate the stunning trails of the James River Park System. Riders will tackle Richmond’s renowned singletrack, including the challenging Northbank and Buttermilk trails, filled with switchbacks, roots, and creek crossings that promise an adrenaline rush. The adventure continues with a rugged trail run, ensuring that the excitement never fades. The grand finale features heart-pounding paddling as competitors navigate the Class III+ rapids, including the iconic Hollywood and Pipeline, right in the heart of downtown RVA. Don't miss out on the post-race celebration, where the community comes together to revel in the spirit of adventure and camaraderie. Join us for the James River Rush—where chaos meets community, and unforgettable memories are made!
Organiser's Description
The James River Rush is Richmonds only urban triathlonrun trails, bike singletrack, paddle Class III+ whitewater. Born from the legendary King of the James, this Nov 9 race brings chaos, community, rad trails, and the power of the river. Feel the Rush.
Starting and finishing at the 14th Street takeout upper lot, the James River Rush winds through the city and into the shaded woods of the James River Park System. Riders hit Richmonds legendary singletrackNorthbank and Buttermilklaced with switchbacks, roots, creek crossings, and the kind of rhythm that built our MTB reputation. From there, a gritty trail run through the heart of the park keeps the momentum rolling. The finale? Pure RVA whitewater. Paddlers charge Class III+ rapids from Reedy to 14th, dropping Hollywood, slicing Pipeline, and hammering the whitewater core of downtown. It all ends with a post-race party only RVA can deliver.
Starting and finishing at the 14th Street takeout upper lot, the James River Rush winds through the city and into the shaded woods of the James River Park System. Riders hit Richmonds legendary singletrackNorthbank and Buttermilklaced with switchbacks, roots, creek crossings, and the kind of rhythm that built our MTB reputation. From there, a gritty trail run through the heart of the park keeps the momentum rolling. The finale? Pure RVA whitewater. Paddlers charge Class III+ rapids from Reedy to 14th, dropping Hollywood, slicing Pipeline, and hammering the whitewater core of downtown. It all ends with a post-race party only RVA can deliver.
James River Rush
