Rolling Thunder - MTCX Super Prestige #5 & #6

  • Date Sat 24th October 2026
  • Time 8:30AM MDT
  • Location Missoula, Montana
  • Price Free - $33.30
  • Races 46 races
  • Distances 1 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating weekend at the Rolling Thunder - MTCX Super Prestige #5 & #6 in beautiful Missoula, Montana! On Saturday, October 24, 2026, and Sunday, October 25, 2026, cyclists of all ages and skill levels will gather at Big Sky Brewery for an action-packed event celebrating 20 years of cyclo-cross racing excellence. Races will kick off early each day, with categories for everyone from young children to seasoned masters, showcasing the thrilling diversity of cyclo-cross racing.

Participants can look forward to exciting races including Strider and Pedal races for the youngest competitors, along with categories split by age for juniors and adults. The event will feature both individual and relay races, with podium celebrations for the top three finishers in each category. Plus, enjoy the vibrant atmosphere with a free Beer Garden sponsored by Big Sky Brewery, delicious food, and a welcoming community spirit. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity to experience the thrill of competitive cycling and the camaraderie of the cycling community in Missoula!

Organiser's Description

ROLLING THUNDER 2026 - OCTOBER 24TH - 25TH

MTCX SUPER PRESTIGE #5 & #6





VENUE

Big Sky Brewery - 5417 Trumpeter Way, Missoula, MT 59808



SATURDAY

8:00 Check-in and reg open
8am - 9am - Course Open
8:30am - 9 and under race boys and girls - Strider or Pedal
9:15am - 13-14 boys, 13-14 girls, 10-12 boys, 10-12 girls
9:15am - 17-18 girls, 15-16 girls
9:15am - 17-18 boys, 15-16 boys
10:30am - Masters Women - 40-49, 50-59, 60+, Collegiate Women all cats
10:30am - Masters Men - 40-49, 50-59, 60+, Collegiate Men all cats
12:00pm - MTB Race

1:30pm - 2 Person Relay Race
7:00pm - Women Cat 1/2/3/4
8:15pm - Men Cat 1/2/3/4

SUNDAY

8:00 Check-in and reg open
8:00am - 9:00am - Course Open
9:15am - 13-14 boys, 13-14 girls, 10-12 boys, 10-12 girls, 9 and under
9:15am - 17-18 girls, 15-16 girls,17-18 boys, 15-16 boys
10:30am - Masters Women - 40-49, 50-59, 60+ 45m, Collegiate Women 4/5
10:30am - Masters Men & SS - 40-49, 50-59, 60+ 45m, Collegiate Men 4/5
12pm - Women Cat 1/2/3/4 55m, Collegiate Women 1/2/3
12pm - Men Cat 1/2/3/4 55m, Collegiate Men 1/2/3





REGISTRATION CHECK/IN:

Friday 6-10pm Non Profit Kickoff Party and number pick up

Day of Check in will start Saturday at 8:00AM - 6:00PM
Checkin at least 60 minutes before each race


AGE CALCULATION FOR MTCX SUPER PRESTIGE

A rider's racing age in cyclo-cross is his age on December 31st of the year that the cyclo-cross season ends. In this case for Juniors and Masters racing it's your age on 12/31/2027. If you accidentally register for the wrong age category we will place you in the correct one. Apologies in advance.



Podiums

Top three in each race category will be on podium. Podiums will be recognized immediately after each race. Prizes and medals provided by Zillastate.



CALL UPS

Register by Wed before Thunder to ensure you are considered for a callup. At least 8 in each category will get a call up for the front line. We may call past 8 if time allows from rider rankings/criteria below. Once we are done calling, then everyone else can line up first come, first serve.

1st and 2nd Row Callup - MTCX Super Prestige Standings
Other Rows - Crossresults.com
Sunday will be the same call up.



TEAM TENTS

Team tents will be available, please reserve yours in the store here.



COURSE PRE-RIDING.

While a race is occurring, please no pre-riding the course. There are dedicated slots on the schedule for pre-riding. After each race, there should be 10 minutes where you can do some pre-riding.



LODGING

Please also hit up Keyvin Pollington's City Center Motel Keyvin is a strong supporter of Missoula Cycling. City Center Motel is located downtown Missoula. OR Free Dryland Camping at the venue.



WHAT MAKES THIS RACE SPECIAL:

20 years of best in the west CX racing!
Free Beer Garden presented by Big Sky Brewery.
Kid's Race and Junior racing.
Fans.
Prizes by Zillastate

Food and Beverage
The beer garden is sponsored by by Big Sky Brewery with beer, seltzer, and seltzer water.
Grist and Black Coffee providing breakfast and coffee.

FAQ
Q: I'm not a USA Cycling Member. Can I race and what category?

Yes, you will race on a one day license. Consider the morning age group races first.
Q: Can I race more than one race in the day?

Yes! Race as many times as you want Saturday and Sunday.
Q: Do I need a CX bike?

No. Gravel bikes and mountain bikes work great! Just make sure if you have a MTB you take off any bar end extenders.

Races

  • 9 and Under (Saturday)

    Sat 24th October 2026 (8:30AM MDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
    Register online. No license needed. Free Event.
  • 10-12 (Saturday)

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sat 24th October 2026 (9:15AM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • 13-14 Girls (Saturday)

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sat 24th October 2026 (9:15AM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • 13-14 Boys (Saturday)

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sat 24th October 2026 (9:15AM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • 15-16 Girls (Saturday)

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sat 24th October 2026 (9:15AM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • 17-18 Girls (Saturday)

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sat 24th October 2026 (9:15AM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • 15-16 Boys (Saturday)

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sat 24th October 2026 (9:15AM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • 17-18 Boys (Saturday)

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sat 24th October 2026 (9:15AM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • Masters Women - 40-49 (Saturday)

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sat 24th October 2026 (10:30AM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • Masters Women - 50-59 (Saturday)

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sat 24th October 2026 (10:30AM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • Masters Women - 60+ (Saturday)

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sat 24th October 2026 (10:30AM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • Masters Men - 40-49 (Saturday)

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sat 24th October 2026 (10:30AM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • Masters Men - 50-59 (Saturday)

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sat 24th October 2026 (10:30AM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • Masters Men - 60+ (Saturday)

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sat 24th October 2026 (10:30AM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • MTB Race (Saturday)

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sat 24th October 2026 (12:00PM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • Rolling Thunder 2 Person Relay - Saturday

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sat 24th October 2026 (1:30PM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • Women Open - Cat 1/2/3/4 (Saturday)

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sat 24th October 2026 (7:00PM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • Men Open - Cat 1/2/3/4 (Saturday)

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sat 24th October 2026 (8:15PM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • 9 and Under (Sunday)

    Sun 25th October 2026 (9:15AM MDT)

    Free

    CLOSED
  • 10-12 (Sunday)

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sun 25th October 2026 (9:15AM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • 13-14 Boys (Sunday)

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sun 25th October 2026 (9:15AM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • 13-14 Girls (Sunday)

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sun 25th October 2026 (9:15AM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • 15-16 Boys (Sunday)

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sun 25th October 2026 (9:15AM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • 15-16 Girls (Sunday)

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sun 25th October 2026 (9:15AM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • 17-18 Boys (Sunday)

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sun 25th October 2026 (9:15AM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • 17-18 Girls (Sunday)

    Incl. $3.00 Fee

    Sun 25th October 2026 (9:15AM MDT)

    $28.00

    CLOSED
  • Masters Women - 40-49 (Sunday)

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sun 25th October 2026 (10:30AM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • Masters Women - 50-59 (Sunday)

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sun 25th October 2026 (10:30AM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • Masters Women - 60+ (Sunday)

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sun 25th October 2026 (10:30AM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • Masters Men - 40-49 (Sunday)

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sun 25th October 2026 (10:30AM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • Masters Men - 50-59 (Sunday)

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sun 25th October 2026 (10:30AM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • Masters Men - 60+ (Sunday)

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sun 25th October 2026 (10:30AM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • Women Open - Cat 1/2/3/4 (Sunday)

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sun 25th October 2026 (12:00PM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • Men Open - Cat 1/2/3/4 (Sunday)

    Incl. $3.30 Fee

    Sun 25th October 2026 (12:00PM MDT)

    $33.30

    CLOSED
  • Collegiate Men Elite Cat 1/2/3 (Saturday)

    Incl. $3.00 Fee

    Sat 24th October 2026 (12:00PM MDT)

    $28.00

    CLOSED
  • Collegiate Women Elite Cat 1/2/3 (Saturday)

    Incl. $3.00 Fee

    Sat 24th October 2026 (12:00PM MDT)

    $28.00

    CLOSED
  • Collegiate Men Intermediate Cat 3/4 (Saturday)

    Incl. $3.00 Fee

    Sat 24th October 2026 (12:00PM MDT)

    $28.00

    CLOSED
  • Collegiate Women Intermediate Cat 3/4 (Saturday)

    Incl. $3.00 Fee

    Sat 24th October 2026 (12:00PM MDT)

    $28.00

    CLOSED
  • Collegiate Men Beginner Cat 4/5 (Saturday)

    Incl. $3.00 Fee

    Sat 24th October 2026 (12:00PM MDT)

    $28.00

    CLOSED
  • Collegiate Women Beginner Cat 4/5 (Saturday)

    Incl. $3.00 Fee

    Sat 24th October 2026 (12:00PM MDT)

    $28.00

    CLOSED
  • Collegiate Men Elite Cat 1/2/3 (Sunday)

    Incl. $3.00 Fee

    Sun 25th October 2026 (12:00PM MDT)

    $28.00

    CLOSED
  • Collegiate Women Elite Cat 1/2/3 (Sunday)

    Incl. $3.00 Fee

    Sun 25th October 2026 (12:00PM MDT)

    $28.00

    CLOSED
  • Collegiate Men Intermediate Cat 3/4 (Sunday)

    Incl. $3.00 Fee

    Sun 25th October 2026 (12:00PM MDT)

    $28.00

    CLOSED
  • Collegiate Women Intermediate Cat 3/4 (Sunday)

    Incl. $3.00 Fee

    Sun 25th October 2026 (12:00PM MDT)

    $28.00

    CLOSED
  • Collegiate Men Beginner Cat 4/5 (Sunday)

    Incl. $3.00 Fee

    Sun 25th October 2026 (12:00PM MDT)

    $28.00

    CLOSED
  • Collegiate Women Beginner Cat 4/5 (Sunday)

    Incl. $3.00 Fee

    Sun 25th October 2026 (12:00PM MDT)

    $28.00

    CLOSED

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