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Mountain Mama Road Bike Challenge
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August 3, 2024
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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, to 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

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​Mountain Mama features 6 fully stocked rest stops which provide food and drink to fuel your ride 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, Breakfast, Post-Ride Meal
 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 30,2024 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!
Online Registration : Available on BikeReg.com until August 1, 2024​
Register Online
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
2024_mountain_mama_registration.pdf
File Size: 44 kb
File Type: pdf
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On-Site registration: Available Friday night August 2, 2024 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. 

​T-shirts will be given on a first come, first served basis. No holds or guarantees at on-site registration. Registration Cancellations after June 1, 2024 will not be refunded or transferred  for any reason. 


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 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. Complimentary WiFi is available at the pool. 


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Mountain Mama Schedule

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FRIDAY AUGUST 2, 2024

  • 12:00pm-9:00pm- Free Admission to the HCRC Pool
  • 6:00pm-9:00pm- On-Site Registration and packet pickup at the HCRC Pool (78 Highland Park Drive, Monterey, VA 24465)
  • 6:00pm-9:00pm- HCRC Relax before the Ride Pool Party


SATURDAY AUGUST 3, 2024
  • 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)
  • 10:00am-4:00pm- Post Ride Massage Available on-site by appointment for an additional fee
  • 12:00pm-6:00pm- Post Ride Meal
    • Hosted By: Highland Girl Scouts
    • Menu: Maple BBQ Pork, Macaroni and Cheese, Baked Beans, Coleslaw
    • Homestead Creamery Vanilla Ice Cream with Back Creek Farms infused maple syrup and assorted toppings
  • 12:00pm-6:00pm- Free Admission to the HCRC Pool

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Route Maps  an​d Additional Ride Information

27 Miler
 Route Map 

 Directions
Ride with GPS 27 Mile

53 Miler
 Route Map
 Directions 
Ride with GPS 53 Mile

67 Miler
 Route Map 
 Directions
Ride with GPS 67 Mile

Century
 Route Map 

 Directions
Metric Century
 
Ride with GPS Century

Ride with GPS Metric

Lodging 



Available Lodging

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 traffic, as many climbs as you want, beautiful scenery and valley Views."-Juan, Ruckersville ,VA

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2024 Mountain Mama Sponsors

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Goods and Service Sponsors
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Local Weather

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***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." 
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Highland County Recreation Commission
P.O. Box 428, Monterey, Virginia 24465
(540) 468-2978
hcrc@highlandcountyrecreation.org


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  • Home
    • Contact us
    • Programs Survey
  • Mountain Mama Road Bike Challenge
    • Mountain Mama Gallery
  • HCRC Happenings
  • HCRC Pool
  • The 5k Fall Color Run
  • HCRC Weight Room
  • Sports Programs
    • Youth Volleyball
    • Pee Wee Basketball
    • Co-ed Softball League
    • Youth Soccer
  • Kids Fishing Day