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Written By TeamActionDad .

🚵 Keyesville Classic 2026: Racing Returns Feb 20–22!

The legendary Keyesville Classic is back for 2026, bringing riders, runners, and families together for one of California’s most iconic grassroots events. Set against the rugged backdrop of the Southern Sierra near Lake Isabella, this three-day festival blends racing, camping, and community spirit like no other.

🏁 Race Weekend Schedule

Friday, Feb 20

  • Venue setup, rider check-in, and free camping arrivals

Saturday, Feb 21

  • Cross Country MTB Racing – 10:00 AM

    • Beginner: ~8–10 miles

    • Intermediate: ~16–20 miles

    • Advanced: ~27–30 miles (E-Bike & Gravel categories also run this course)

  • 5K Trail Run – 2:00 PM

  • Enduro Practice – All day (Stage 1 has a separate practice session to keep the transfer climb clear; Stages 2 & 3 open for general practice)

Sunday, Feb 22

  • Enduro Race – 3 stages of technical descents

  • All-Mountain Awards Ceremony – Celebrating riders who take on both XC + Enduro

💰 Race Pricing

  • XC MTB – $80

  • Enduro – $80

  • All-Mountain Combo – $150 (includes both XC + Enduro and special awards)

Extras:

  • Gear Grinder Grill hot meal pre-order – $15

  • Event T-Shirts – $25

  • Dinner Social Saturday night $ 30 Steak dinner /side and wine.

🏕 Camping & Lodging

  • Free primitive camping – First come, first serve at the venue

  • RV Delivery Rentals – Tim’s Trailers & Camping on the Kern

  • Hotels Nearby – Plenty of lodging in Lake Isabella & Kernville, including:

    • Sequoia Lodge

    • Barewood Inn

    • Kern Riverfront Lodge

🌟 Why Race the Keyesville Classic?

Since its beginnings, the Keyesville Classic has been more than a race — it’s a celebration of trails, family, and community. Riders of all levels can test themselves on challenging terrain, while friends and families enjoy a weekend of camping, food, and adventure.

Whether you’re hammering the advanced XC loop, dropping into the Enduro stages, or just coming out to cheer, Keyesville is about connection — with the land, the sport, and each other.

👉 Registration opens soon! Follow @TeamActionDad and #KeyesvilleClassic for course previews, updates, and race weekend news.

TeamActionDad .
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