What is Team Action Dad?

Team Action Dad is a family-focused nonprofit that brings dads, kids, and communities together through action sports and outdoor adventure.

What is your mission?

To engage fathers in active lifestyles, promote positive family bonding, and build healthy communities through sports and events.

We are based in Bakersfield, California, with programs and events throughout Kern County and beyond.

What events do you host?

We organize family-friendly races, rides, and community days, including the Keyesville Classic, Ride n Stride California Race Series, and local trail work days.

Do you offer youth programs?

Yes. We donate bikes to kids during the holidays, host youth riding days and clinics, and support outdoor education.

Donate via our website’s Donation page. Funds support kids bike giveaways, trail tools, and community programs.

Are donations tax-deductible?

Yes. Team Action Dad is a registered nonprofit and provides receipts for all contributions.

How can my business sponsor Team Action Dad?

Email teamactiondad@gmail.com to receive our sponsorship kit with options for event banners, activation space, and media promotion.

Volunteer for events, trail work, or youth programs by contacting us at teamactiondad@gmail.com or via social media.

What is the Keyesville Classic?

The Keyesville Classic is one of California’s longest-running mountain bike events featuring cross-country, enduro, All-Mountain stage racing, and a 5K trail run near Lake Isabella, CA.

Who organizes the event?

The event is hosted by Team Action Dad, a family-focused nonprofit promoting action sports and healthy outdoor living.

When is the next event?

February 20–22, 2026 at the Keyesville Recreation Area near Lake Isabella, California.

Register online at https://replaytiming.com/register/2026-keyesville.

What are the entry fees?

XC or Enduro: $80. All-Mountain (XC + Enduro + Tech TT + DH + lunch, KRBC beverage, pro photos): $150. 5K Trail Run: $30. Event T-shirt: $25. Extra Lunch Ticket: $15 pre-order / $20 at event. Saturday Dinner: $30.

Can I register on race weekend?

Limited on-site signups are available. Online registration closes Friday night before the event.

Is camping available?

Yes—open camping begins Friday. RVs, vans, and tents are welcome. No hookups available.

Are there restrooms and water?

Portable toilets and handwash stations are provided. Please bring your own drinking water.

Yes, camping is free for racers and families. Donations to Team Action Dad are encouraged to support youth and trail programs.

What is the All-Mountain Stage Race?

A combined format with XC, Enduro, Tech Time Trial, and DH. Riders must use the same bike for all stages. Lowest total points wins.

Yes, e-bikes compete in the 30-mile XC course in their own class.

Are kids allowed to race?

Yes. Youth categories are available in XC and Enduro. Helmets are required.

Is it family friendly?

Absolutely. Bring the family and dogs (leashed). Enjoy camping, food, music, and open space.

Yes. We welcome volunteers for marshaling, timing, and logistics. Email teamactiondad@gmail.com to get involved.

Frequently Asked Questions

Keyesville Classic – Facts & Questions

The Keyesville Classic is California's original mountain bike and trail running festival — October 16–17, 2027, near Lake Isabella, CA.

General Info

The Keyesville Classic is one of California's longest-running mountain bike events, featuring Sprint Lap, SuperD Downhill, Classic XC, Lite XC, All-Mountain Stage Race (AMSR) combos, and a 5K trail run. Family, food, and good times included.

Hosted by Team Action Dad, a family-based nonprofit promoting action sports and healthy outdoor living.

October 16–17, 2027 at the Keyesville Recreation Area, Lake Isabella, CA.

Registration

Sprint Lap, SuperD Downhill, Classic XC, or Lite XC — priced individually on RunSignUp
AMSR Classic or AMSR Lite (combined stage race) — bundled pricing on RunSignUp
5K Trail Run – $32.80
Future Champions Kids Race – Free
Event T-shirt – $25
Extra Lunch Ticket – $15 pre-order / $20 at event
Saturday Dinner – $30 (Gear Grinder Grill by Sam Ames)

See RunSignUp for exact current pricing on each race.

Limited on-site signups available. Online registration closes Friday night before the event.

Camping & Venue

Yes — open camping starts Friday, October 15. RVs, vans, and tents welcome. No hookups available.

Portable toilets and handwash stations provided. Bring your own drinking water.

Racing Rules

AMSR combines Classic XC (or Lite XC) with the SuperD Downhill stage into one overall classification — AMSR Classic or AMSR Lite. Riders must use the same bike for every discipline in their category.

Yes, e-bikes compete in their own E-Bike Open class. If we get lots of e-bike riders, we'll add more class options.

Yes! The Future Champions Kids Race is free to enter, all weekend. Helmets required — no exceptions.

Spectators & Volunteers

Absolutely — bring the family, dogs (on leashes), and enjoy the camping, food, and music.

Yes, volunteers are always welcome. Email teamactiondad@gmail.com for details.