The Soldier Creek Showdown V
- Date
- October 11, 2026
- Distance
- Cat1 Male 19-39 · Cat1 Male 40-49 · Cat1 Male 50-99 & more
From the Organizer
🚴♂️Groucho’s Grind!
Race 5 of the 2026 Tour de Dirt doesn’t SCIP a thing—get ready for some of the fastest singletrack in Oklahoma at the SCIP Recreational Trails. Don’t let the smooth terrain and fabulous flow fool you. This course will test your legs, your lines, and your limits.
🏆 About Tour de Dirt
Tour de Dirt is a nonprofit mountain bike race series run by racers for racers, celebrating Dirt. Community. Oklahoma. We host competitive, timed XC races across Oklahoma, with divisions for all ages and skill levels. A core part of our mission is Kids Kup, our youth program for riders 12 & under that helps grow the next generation of Oklahoma cyclists. As the longest‑running mountain bike series in the U.S., Tour de Dirt is proud to support local trails, riders, and communities across our state.
🏁 How to Race
All racers are required to make a one‑time $25 purchase for a season race plate with an integrated timing chip (replacements only needed if lost or damaged). Please note: this purchase is separate from race registration. 👉 Still need yours? Be sure to grab your Tour de Dirt plate before race day
Schedule of Events & Start Times
Sunday, October 11
Kids Kup
⏰ 9:00 AM
🔁 Approx. 1‑mile laps (distance varies by age group)
Cat 3 Race
⏰ 10:00 AM
🚴 Categories: Novice, Clydesdale, Juniors
📏 Distance: 14 miles
Cat 1 Race
⏰ 11:30 AM
💪 Categories: Cat 1 Men
📏 Distance: 28 miles
Cat 2 Race
⏰ 11:45 AM
🚴 Categories: Cat 2, Single Speed, E‑bike, 60+ Open, and a combined start for Cat 1 & Cat 2 Women
📏 Distance: 21 miles
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
75°
Typical Low
54°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Spencer 2ene Mesonet, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Oklahoma City, OK
Population
688,693
as of 2023
Nearest Airport
OKC
OKC Will Rogers World Airport · 9 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at The Soldier Creek Showdown V, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
125
Days to train
- Race
- The Soldier Creek Showdown V
- Date
- October 11, 2026
Coming Up
More Running races near Oklahoma City, OK
Tour de Dirt Short Track 1
Less than a mile away
Red, White and Blue Half Marathon - Oklahoma City
Half Marathon
Less than a mile away
Tour de Dirt Short Track 2
Less than a mile away
Juneteenth On The East 5K Run / Walk
5K
Less than a mile away
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.
With running, there's a distance for every fitness level, a community at every start line, and nothing beats the feeling of crossing a finish line you trained for.
Running is an endurance sport that rewards consistency, and showing up every week compounds in ways that will surprise you.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is The Soldier Creek Showdown V?
- The Soldier Creek Showdown V is a running race held in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma on October 11, 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 running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is The Soldier Creek Showdown V?
- Sunday, October 11, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma at 7250 NE 23rd St, Oklahoma City, OK. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Soldier Creek Showdown V?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
The Soldier Creek Showdown V
Oct 11, 2026