Mountain Mama Road Bike Challenge
August 5, 2023
The Mountain Mama Road Bike Challenge is scheduled to take place on the first Saturday in August in beautiful Highland County, Virginia. The yearly event features 2 States, 3 Counties, 9 mountains, 105 miles, and over 10,000 feet of climb. The challenge features 5 courses of different ability levels, they include:
Blue Grass Valley Ride: 27 miles of rolling valley hills
Two State Short Ride: 53 miles and 4 mountains to climb
Two State Long Ride: follow the century ride for 54 miles then add the Blue Grass Valley ride for a total of 67 miles with 4 mountains to climb
Metric Century: a modified version of the Two State Long Ride that offers additional climb and unbeatable views
Century: 2 States, 3 counties, 9 mountains, over 100 miles and over 10,000 feet to climb
Mountain Mama features 6 fully stocked rest stops which provide food and drink to fuel your ride every 15-20 miles along the routes. SAG volunteers provide support throughout the ride. Mountain Mama registration includes: a moisture wicking event tee shirt, pre-ride breakfast, and post-ride meal.
Registration, Check-In, Rider Packet Pick-up and Breakfast
HCRC Pool Complex
78 Highland Park Drive, Monterey, VA 24465
Please continue to park at the Highland High School (244 Myers Moon Road, Monterey, VA 24465)
Registration Options
Early registration is $100.00. After June 30,2023 the registration fee increases to $125.00.
Register by June 15th to guarantee your jersey for the event. Register by July 1st to guarantee your event shirt!
Register by June 15th to guarantee your jersey for the event. Register by July 1st to guarantee your event shirt!
Online Registration : Available on BikeReg.com until August 1, 2023
Register by Mail: If paying by check or money order please download and print the PDF below for each participant and mail to: HCRC Mountain Mama PO Box 428 Monterey, VA 24465
On-Site registration: will be open on Friday night August 4, 2023 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. and Saturday morning from 6:00 - 8:00 a.m. at the Highland County Pool Complex (78 Highland Park Drive, Monterey, VA 24465)
We are able to accept credit / debit card payments at the on-site registration. Please make checks payable to HCRC.
We are able to accept credit / debit card payments at the on-site registration. Please make checks payable to HCRC.
T-shirts will be given on a first come, first served basis. No holds or guarantees at on-site registration. Cancellations after June 30, 2022 will not be refunded or transferred .
On-Site Camping
Free on-site camping is available in the field adjacent to the pool parking lot. The entrance is located on Rt. 220, signs and volunteer staff will be in place to help you find a camp site. Camping is not permitted on the ballfields.
Please move your car to the Highland County Public School's parking lot after unloading.
Bathrooms and showers will be available 24 hours a day at the pool. You can also enjoy complimentary pool access all weekend. Pool hours will be from 12:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday. Complimentary WiFi is available at the pool.
Please move your car to the Highland County Public School's parking lot after unloading.
Bathrooms and showers will be available 24 hours a day at the pool. You can also enjoy complimentary pool access all weekend. Pool hours will be from 12:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday. Complimentary WiFi is available at the pool.
Mountain Mama Schedule
FRIDAY AUGUST 4, 2023
SATURDAY AUGUST 5, 2023
- 12:00pm-9:00pm- Free Admission to the HCRC Pool
- 5:00pm-7:00pm- Highland Historical Society Free Will Spaghetti Dinner at the Monterey Fire House (58 Potomac River Road, Monterey, VA 24465)
- 6:00pm-8:00pm- On-Site Registration and packet pickup at the HCRC Pool (78 Highland Park Drive, Monterey, VA 24465)
- 6:00pm-8:00pm- HCRC Annual Pool Party
SATURDAY AUGUST 5, 2023
- 6:00am-8:00am- On-Site Registration and Packet Pickup at the Highland County Pool (78 Highland Park Drive, Monterey, VA 24465)
- 6:00am-8:00am- Pre-ride Breakfast at the Highland County Pool
- 8:00am: Mass Start at the Highland High School Parking Lot (244 Myers-Moon Road, Monterey, VA 24465)
- 1:00pm-6:00pm- Post Ride Meal
- Hosted By:
- Menu:
- Homestead Creamery Vanilla Ice Cream with Back Creek Farms infused maple syrup and assorted toppings
- 12:00pm-9:00pm- Free Admission to the HCRC Pool
Route Maps and Additional Ride Information
Mountain Mama Reviews
"The scenery and organization is second to none"- Steve, Lake Monticello, VA
"well-Organized event with different route options, ample stocked rest stops, hardly any trffic, as many climbs as you want, beautiful scenery and valley Views."-Juan, Ruckersville ,VA
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Local Weather
***BE ADVISED***
Highland and surrounding counties are isolated and residents depend on volunteer rescue squads during emergency medical situations. The closest hospital from the starting point of the MMRBC is 55 miles. Ride organizers and volunteers trust that participants will keep this information in mind and ride safely and responsibly.
Remember: This is not a race.
Disclaimer: "During any of our programs, participants may be photographed by the HCRC staff for publicity purposes. If you do not wish to have your picture taken, please tell the staff photographer."