HRCA Badlands Circuit
HRCA Badlands Circuit is a road cycling race on July 29, 2026 in Highlands Ranch, CO, with entry fees from $30 to $40.
- Date
- July 29, 2026 (6 days to go)
- Price
- $30–$40
- Sport
- Road Cycling
From the Organizer
The Highlands Ranch Mountain Bike (MTB) Series takes place on four Wednesdays throughout May-August. Each Wednesday night features a different route. All four races take place in our beautiful and pristine Backcountry Wilderness Area, with the first three taking place on our Highlands Point Trail System and the fourth on our Wildcat Mountain Trail System.
Mountain bike racers of all abilities are welcome! All categories are for men and women.
This course consists of two 5.5-mile loops running counter-clockwise for a total length of 11 miles. Total ascent of 764 feet and a maximum elevation of 6,230 feet.
Course map: https://www.strava.com/routes/17155580
5:00 pm - Juniors 10-14 race 1-lap course
6:00 pm - all other race classes race 2-lap course
Events
Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Wednesday, 7/29
High
90°
Low
63°
Conditions
Partly sunny then showers and thunderstorms likely
Chance of Rain
64%
Wind
6 mph
Host City
About Highlands Ranch, CO
Nearest Airport
DEN
Denver International Airport · 28 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
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Waiting For?
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6
Days to train
- Race
- HRCA Badlands Circuit
- Date
- July 29, 2026
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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.
Road cycling rewards pacing judgment and consistent time on your bike more than raw power. If you already ride regularly and can comfortably ride a few miles, you have a good starting base for most beginner-friendly events.
Road Cycling
Built around sustained effort on a bike, exploring cities on the open road. Beginner distances create a great entry point into endurance sports.
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HRCA Badlands Circuit
Jul 29, 2026