SPECIALIZED CACTUS CUP

  • Date Sun 9th March 2025
  • Location Fountain Hills, Arizona
  • Price Free - $197.10
  • Races 14 races

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating weekend of mountain biking at the SPECIALIZED CACTUS CUP, taking place on Sunday, March 9, 2025, in the stunning Fountain Hills, Maricopa. As Arizona's original mountain bike stage race, the Cactus Cup has been a beloved tradition since 1991, and this year promises to be just as thrilling!

Racers can look forward to three action-packed days featuring a variety of events, including Time Trials for age groupers, Short Track for pros, XC, and Enduro races. To claim the coveted overall title, participants must complete all three days of racing, but don’t worry if you can’t commit to the full event—registration is also available for individual days. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a budding enthusiast, join us for an unforgettable experience in the heart of Arizona’s beautiful desert landscape!

Organiser's Description

The Cactus Cup is Arizonas Original Mountain Bike Stage race, its history dates back to 1991. This is 3 days of racing to crack open the season featuring Time Trial (age groupers) / Short Track (Pros), XC and Enduro events. To chase the Cactus Cup and capture the overall title, all 3 days of the stage race must be completed. Registration is available for single events as well. So join us for 1, 2 or 3 days!

Races

  • Pro Cactus Cup

    Incl. $10.00 Fee & T-Shirt

    Fri 7th March 2025 (10:00AM EST)

    $160.00

    **PROS ONLY** All 3 days - Short Track*, XC (40 Mile), Enduro *Pros only will race Short Track in place of the Time Trail on Friday*
  • Cactus Cup

    Incl. $12.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Fri 7th March 2025 (10:00AM EST)

    $197.10

    All 3 days - Time Trial, XC (40 Mile), Enduro
  • Mini Cup

    Incl. $12.10 Fee & T-Shirt

    Fri 7th March 2025 (10:00AM EST)

    $197.10

    All 3 days Time Trial, XC (25 Mile), Enduro
  • Time Trial

    Incl. $3.40 Fee

    Fri 7th March 2025 (10:00AM EST)

    $43.40

    Short and fast individual event to kick off the weekend
  • Xc - 40 Mile

    Incl. $6.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th March 2025 (7:00AM EST)

    $96.40

    One big loop within the Regional Park. Smooth and flowy with sections of rocky climbs and descents
  • XC - 25 Mile

    Incl. $6.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th March 2025 (9:00AM EST)

    $96.40

    One big loop within the Regional Park encompassing all competitive track trails and a portion of Pemberton
  • XC - 10 Mile

    Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th March 2025 (11:00AM EST)

    $48.70

    The 10 mile course begins west of the finish arch hitting the Sport Loop, connecting to Tech, to Long loop. You will lap past the finish line for a final 3 mile sport loop then find yourself at the finish line! https://thecactuscup.com/xc/ 10MileTab
  • Enduro

    Incl. $4.90 Fee

    Sun 9th March 2025 (7:00AM EDT)

    $69.90

    3 Timed segments. Each segment is about 1 mile each. From the start, to the finish there is approximately 12 miles worth of transition segments to cruise with your buds, plus 3 timed segments for a total of a 15 mile ride.
  • Gravel Shakeout

    Sun 9th March 2025 (11:00AM EDT)

    Free

    Interested in gravel but not quite sure what it is? Just need a rdie with some new people? Like to ride bikes but mountain bikes not your jam? No biggie, we got you. This is a casual social ride, on gravel, with our awesome friends from MMC leading the group.
  • Kids Mountain Bike Camp

    Incl. $9.40 Fee & T-Shirt

    Sat 8th March 2025 (7:30AM EST)

    $149.40

    Kids ages 6 - 12 can participate in the kids mountain bike camp on Saturday while you race the XC!
  • LITTLE SHREDDERS RACE (Beginner Kinder - 5th Grade)

    Incl. $1.60 Fee

    Sat 8th March 2025 (2:30PM EST)

    $11.60

    The beginner or First Timer Kinder 5th grade will start and race within the venue completing a 0.5 mile loop. All riders will start on the line together but scored per gender and grade level
  • ADVANCED KIDS RACE (1st - 5th Grade)

    Incl. $3.10 Fee

    Sat 8th March 2025 (2:30PM EST)

    $38.10

    Advanced - Race on the Sport Loop, 1 lap 1st 5th grade: Each grade will have its own wave start. Girls and Boys will start on the line together but will be scored separately. Course: 1 Lap of the Sport Loop: 3 Miles
  • ADVANCED KIDS RACE (6th - 8th Grade)

    Incl. $3.10 Fee

    Sat 8th March 2025 (2:30PM EST)

    $38.10

    Advanced - Race on the Sport Loop, 2 laps 6th 8th grade: Each grade will have its own wave start. Girls and Boys will start on the line together but will be scored separately. Course: 2 Laps of the Sport Loop: 6 Miles total
  • KIDS BALANCE BIKE RACE - Ages 1-5

    Incl. $1.60 Fee

    Sat 8th March 2025 (9:30AM EST)

    $11.60

    For the little shredders! All racing takes place at the pump track

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Location

16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr., 16300 McDowell Mountain Park Dr., Fountain Hills, 85263, AZ, United States

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