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.

Race Classes & Course Info

The Keyesville Classic is a two-day All-Mountain Stage Race (AMSR) weekend. Riders can enter individual events or combine them into an overall AMSR classification. Every course is set on the historic Keyesville Recreation Site trails above the Kern River.

Saturday

Sprint Lap

A short, fast, spectator-friendly lap race to kick off the weekend. Great for all skill levels and a fun warm-up before Sunday's longer events.

Saturday

SuperD Downhill

A timed, gravity-focused descent down Keyesville's classic downhill terrain. Times from this stage count toward the AMSR overall classification.

AMSR Classic

Classic XC + SuperD

The full All-Mountain Stage Race for experienced racers: the longer Classic XC lap distance combined with SuperD Downhill times for an overall all-mountain champion.

AMSR Lite

Lite XC + SuperD

A shorter-lap version of the All-Mountain Stage Race, pairing Lite XC with SuperD Downhill times — ideal for intermediate riders and first-time stage racers.

Sunday

Classic XC

The full-length cross-country race for experienced riders, run over Keyesville's signature singletrack loops.

Sunday

Lite XC

A shorter cross-country distance covering the same terrain — a great option for newer racers or anyone riding both weekend days.

Sunday · 9:00 AM

5K Trail Run

A single-loop, 5K (3.1 mile) run on Keyesville's trails, held Sunday morning before the mountain bike races.

Free · All Weekend

Future Champions Kids Race

A free, low-key race for young riders to get a taste of Keyesville — no registration fee required.

Course & Equipment Notes

Mountain bike events (Sprint Lap, SuperD, Classic XC, Lite XC, AMSR): a mountain bike in good working order and a helmet are required for every rider.
5K Trail Run: no bike required — trail running shoes recommended.
AMSR Classic & Lite: riders must complete both the XC and SuperD Downhill stages to receive an overall AMSR result.
Course maps and elevation profiles for each event are published on RunSignUp as race weekend approaches.

*Final course maps and elevation profiles will be published closer to race day on RunSignUp.

2023 Keyesville Classic XC (Segment)

Distance: 7.90 mi (12.71 km)

Elevation Gain: 1,339 ft (408 m)

Elevation Range: 2,487–2,867 ft (758–874 m)

View on Strava

Note: Strava segment stats can differ slightly from official race course measurements.