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Tehachapi Summit Challenge - Weekend on the Rocks

Tehachapi Summit Challenge - Weekend on the Rocks is a mountain bike race on October 3–4, 2026 in Tehachapi, CA, with entry fees from $10 to $140.

Date
October 3–4, 2026 (88 days to go)
Price
$10–$140
Sport
Mountain Bike
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From the Organizer

Come ride with us in the First Annual Tehachapi Summit Challenge: Weekend on the Rocks. Make a day trip of it or come on out and camp (onsite).

The Tehachapi Summit Challenge: Weekend on the Rocks is coming in hot, serving up a full‑gas mashup of XC grit and enduro chaos. The XC course has plenty of climbing, loose‑over‑hard tech, scattered rock gardens, sweeping turns, and a touch of sand to keep you honest. The enduro drops from the summit through three rowdy stages packed with black‑diamond features, steep chutes, tight corners and chunky surprises. Rain or shine, the mountains are calling — and if you’re bold enough, the All‑Mountain category lets you take on both races on the same bike. This is where strength meets skill, and Tehachapi shows its Weekend on the Rocks!

REGISTRATION: Saturday XC & Sunday Enduro

🏁 Register before Aug 15th and get an event tee

🏁 XC & ENDURO Adults $80, Youth $60 / (plus processing fees)

🏁 All Mountain Challenge: Adults $140 & Youth $100 (Must use the same bike)

🏁 Registration closes on Friday October 2nd at 8:30pm for Cross Country (XC) & All Mountain Challenge

🏁 Registration closes on Friday October 3rd at 8:30pm for Enduro

🏁 Day of Registration accepted

COURSES: Published on or by September 25th on our website Tehachapi Mountain Trails Association in a few popular GPS formats. Course mileage may vary and is subject to change.

🏁 Cross Country (XC) 7 mile lap (2 laps =14 miles) with a total of 1500ft of elevation

🏁 Enduro - 3 Stages with 2500 ft. of descent

🏁 Podiums for 1st, 2nd & 3rd (male and female) in each age category, including the All Mountain Challenge

PRE-RIDE: 

🏁 XC - Friday 1pm till dark / Saturday 6 am - 8 am

🏁 ENDURO - Friday 1pm till dark / Saturday All Day

RACE WEATHER AND REFUNDS: Registration is NON-REFUNDABLE.  If the Race Director cancels the event due to unsafe conditions or local lightning, fees will not be refunded.  However, if the event is rescheduled your fees will be transferred to the new event.

RACE VENUE ENTRANCE: Google Maps

PARKING & CAMPING ACCOMMODATIONS: We will be camping near an ACTIVE mining operation there is absoluetly no vehicle or bike traffic near the area.  Please do not explore and pay attention to the "Off Limits - Trespassing" areas on the TSC Race Venue Map.  The gate opens FRIDAY, October 2nd at 12:00pm.  Camping is on private land.  There is more than enough parking and camping space. Reservations are not necessary but if you want to pay in advance you can do so BY CHOOSING A CAMPING PASS when registering for your race category.  (Bundling your Camping Pass and race registration in the same cart will save you processing fees).  Cash or Venmo will be accepted at the entrance.  Please review the TSC Race Venue map for more information about camping. ALL VEHICLES MUST BE OUT OF THE VENUE BY 7pm on Sunday October. 4th.  All camping is first-come, first-served. Day parking vehicles will be charged $10 for the weekend. Campers / Camper Vans, RV’s and Trailers will be charged $40 each for a weekend pass.

CAMP FIRES: All campfires are PROHIBITED, this includes gas-powered fire rings.  Cooking stoves are allowed but must not be left unattended.

PACKET PICKUP:  Friday 10-2-26 from 5pm to 8pm at TK's Pizza. (640 W Tehachapi Blvd B, Tehachapi, CA 93561).  If you are camping there will be an additional packet pickup at the race venue on Friday from 1pm - 3pm.  Day of the event packet pickup and registration will start at 7:00am at the race venue.

FOOD SERVICE: We will have a couple local food trucks available on Saturday and Sunday.  The venue is in a relatively remote location. Food vendors are only on location during certain hours and should not be your only planned source of nutrition. Please plan accordingly, as trips into town will take time. If you are going into town we strongly recommend visiting TK’s Pizza and P-Dubs.

Events

(XC) Youth 13 & Under12 mi$60
(XC) Youth 14 - 1712 mi$60
(XC) Adult 18 - 2912 mi$80
(XC) Adult 30 - 4412 mi$80
(XC) Adult 45 - 5512 mi$80
(XC) Adult 56 +12 mi$80
All Mountain Challenge Youth 13 & Under20 mi$100
All Mountain Challenge Youth 14 -1720 mi$100
All Mountain Challenge Adult 56 +20 mi$140
All Mountain Challenge Adult 45 - 5520 mi$140

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

75°

Typical Low

45°

Based on US Climate Normals data from Tehachapi 4 Se, 5 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:50 AMSunset 6:34 PMDaylight 11h 44m

Host City

About Tehachapi, CA

Population

12,366

as of 2023

City Elevation

3,971 ft

Nearest Airport

BFL

Meadows Field · 40 mi

Major Hub

BUR

Hollywood Burbank/Bob Hope Airport · 64 mi

Time Zone

Pacific Time

From Endurance Grid

A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.

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Race
Tehachapi Summit Challenge - Weekend on the Rocks
Date
October 3–4, 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.

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.

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Mountain Bike

Mountain bike races take place on singletrack trails and natural terrain — dirt, roots, rocks, and forest roads. Mountain biking rewards skill as much as fitness.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Tehachapi Summit Challenge - Weekend on the Rocks?+
Tehachapi Summit Challenge - Weekend on the Rocks is a mountain bike race held in Tehachapi, California on October 3, 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 Tehachapi Summit Challenge - Weekend on the Rocks?+
Saturday, October 3, 2026 in Tehachapi, California at 22104 McCarthy Drive. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Tehachapi Summit Challenge - Weekend on the Rocks?+
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Tehachapi Summit Challenge - Weekend on the Rocks

Oct 3, 2026

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