Cataylst XC
- Date
- August 8, 2026
- Distance
- Under 10 mi · 10–20 mi
- Price
- $25–$50
From the Organizer
Catalyst XC is at the professionally designed and built MTB trails at SIU Touch of Nature in Makanda, IL. This trail system is one of the fastest and most flowy in all of Southern Illinois. Although most of this trail system is fast flowing singletrack, a few creek crossings and rock gardens are thrown in to keep everyone on their toes and keep things exciting.
Registration opens May 29th!
Racing will start at 10AM on Saturday, August 8th with the E-Bike Class ,Experts at 10:05 and Sport at 10:10 and at 10:15AM the Beginner and Youth race will start. Finishing up with the kids class at after all Adult and Youth class participants are off course so everyone can watch the kids race! Registration and check-in will open at 8AM.
The course will be 10 miles per lap for adults and youth, and 2 miles for kids. The course will be taped and spray painted for fun and fast racing, helping even first time riders on these trails easily fly through the woods.
When the racers are finished, there will be a fun podium ceremony for the winners followed by lunch, a post race meal with ice cold drinks . Approximately 30 minutes after a full podium we will recognize the top three male and female riders in each category.
All Donations done at checkout with go to the Shawnee Mountain Bike Association for continued work on our local trails!
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
88°
Typical Low
66°
Chance of Rain
29%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Carbondale Sewage Plt, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Makanda, IL
Population
550
as of 2023
City Elevation
442 ft
Nearest Airport
MWA
Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois · 14 mi
Major Hub
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 100 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it’s the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Mountain biking takes place on singletrack and natural terrain where reading the trail matters as much as fitness — cornering, braking, and instinct on dirt are skills that only come from time in the saddle.
Events range from beginner-friendly cross-country races to technical enduros, and the trail community is one of the most welcoming in endurance sport.
Mountain Bike
XC races, enduros, and fat bike events across U.S. trails. Technical, physical, and completely different from anything on pavement.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Cataylst XC?
- Cataylst XC is a mountain bike race held in Makanda, Illinois on August 8, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more mountain bike races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Cataylst XC?
- Saturday, August 8, 2026 in Makanda, Illinois at 1206 Touch of Nature Rd, Makanda, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Cataylst XC?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Cataylst XC
Aug 8, 2026