*POSTPONED TO 2021*
NEW DATE COMING SOON
DECEMBER 19, 2020
Youth XC
Mountain Bike Races
Flying E Ranch
Wickenburg, AZ
**COVID-19 Guidelines** - We will be adhering to some specific guidelines for this event. Please see our Aravaipa Event Safe document for these. We will require face coverings in our staging area for all attendees up until race start and again after you finish.
Announcing a new event just for youth riders! This will be a cross country style event for ages 5-18 on a trail loop at Flying E Ranch.
Please see our waves below for details on start times, divisions and course details! Wave start times are subject to some changes as we get closer to race day depending on participant sign-ups. Award (medals) will go five deep for each gender in each two year age category.
We are looking for a few volunteers for this event.
You can signup here!
RACE SUMMARY
Location
Flying E Ranch
2801 W. Wickenburg Way
Wickenburg, AZ 85390
Our start/finish line is located at the Pavilion area.
Start Times:
7:30AM – 17-18 Boys
7:35AM - 17-18 Girls
8:00AM – 15-16 Boys Wave 1
8:03AM – 15-16 Boys Wave 2
8:06AM - 15-16 Boys Wave 3
8:09AM – 15-16 Girls
9:30AM – 13-14 Boys Wave 1
9:33AM – 13-14 Boys Wave 2
9:36AM - 13-14 Boys Wave 3
9:39AM – 13-14 Girls
10:00AM – 11-12 Boys Wave 1
10:05AM – 11-12 Boys Wave 2
10:10AM – 11-12 Girls
10:30AM – 9-10 Boys
10:35AM – 9-10 Girls
10:40AM - Under 9 Boys
10:45AM – Under 9 Girls
Sunrise
7:03 AM - Begin Civil Twilight
7:31 AM - Sunrise
REGISTRATION
Entry Fees*
| Until 12/15 | Race Week | |
| Under 9 | $30 | $35 |
| Age 9-14 | $35 | $40 |
| Age 15-18 | $35 | $40 |
Registration Options
Online via Ultra Signup
Printable Form
Entrant Limit
20 Riders Per Wave
Thursday Bib Pickup
Thursday, December 17
5:00-6:00PM
Aravaipa Rides HQ
2401 S. 24th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85034
Race Morning Bib Pickup
Saturday, December 19
6:30-10:30 AM
Flying E Ranch
2801 W. Wickenburg Way
Wickenburg, AZ 85390
Online registration closes on 12/15 at 11:59 PM. If spots are available, registration will be available at packet pickup and on site race day.
COURSE INFO
Course Summary
The Howl XC Races feature a short course (~3 miles) for the Under 9 age group, a one loop mid distance course (~6 miles) for 9-10 year olds, a one lap long course (~8.5 miles) for ages 11-14 & a two lap long course (~17.0 miles) for ages 15-18.
Course is currently being finalized and will be posted soon!
Course Map
Howl Short Course
Coming soon!
Interactive Map on CalTopo
Short Course Elevation Profile
Coming soon.
Howl Long Course
Coming Soon! Interactive Map on CalTopo
Long Course Elevation Profile
Coming soon.
AWARDS
Podium Medals
Top five in each age category (boys & girls) will receive a medal. We will combine the results if there are multiple waves / heats into one set of results for each age group. Age groups are calculated based upon age on race day.
Awards are handmade in Phoenix, Arizona by Aravaipa Artworx!
RACE VILLAGE
Feed Tent
We will have a feed tent directly on course at our start/finish race village that is easily accessible each lap of the course. We'll be ready to serve you water, ice, electrolyte drinks and some pre-packaged snacks during the event.
Event Partners
We may feature activation areas for event partners and sponsors on site if COVID restrictions allow. If you are interested in becoming a partner for an event or the entire series, please contact us.
Camping
Camping will be available on site for $25 / unit per night.
Lodging
Flying E Ranch has over 20 guest rooms right on site within sight of our event staging area! Visit their website for availability and to book today!
Medical
We will have trained EMT's on site for the duration of the event in case of any medical emergency.
DETAILED INFORMATION
Race Day Schedule
Please arrive early to park, check in and spin out prior to your ride. Restroom facilities are located at the start/finish area.
6:45AM - Packet Pickup Begins
7:03AM - Begin Civil Twilight
7:30AM – 17-18 Boys
7:31AM - Sunrise
7:35AM - 17-18 Girls
8:00AM – 15-16 Boys Wave 1
8:03AM – 15-16 Boys Wave 2
8:06AM - 15-16 Boys Wave 3
8:09AM – 15-16 Girls
9:30AM – 13-14 Boys Wave 1
9:33AM – 13-14 Boys Wave 2
9:36AM - 13-14 Boys Wave 3
9:39AM – 13-14 Girls
10:00AM – 11-12 Boys Wave 1
10:05AM – 11-12 Boys Wave 2
10:10AM – 11-12 Girls
10:30AM – 9-10 Boys
10:35AM – 9-10 Girls
10:40AM - Under 9 Boys
10:45AM – Under 9 Girls
11:30AM - All races End
Location
Flying E Ranch
2801 W Wickenburg Way
Wickenburg, AZ 85390
One of the best dude ranches in Arizona, the Flying E Ranch is located 5 miles west of downtown Wickenburg, Arizona, near the famous Vulture Peak rock formation and home of the historic Vulture Gold Mine.
Parking
Plenty of parking on site!
Weather
Expect a beautiful morning that could warm up in the later waves. We will monitor and have plenty of ice on hand.
Timing
All races will be chip timed with a disposable timing chip attached to you bike bib that should be attached to the front of your handlebars. Live results will be available during the event at Aravaipa Live
Course Marking
The race courses will be well marked with orange plastic ribbons with black polka dots. Trail junctions and turns will be well marked with signs. In addition, blue & white checkerboard plastic flagging and RED reflective WRONG WAY signs will be hung to designate non-race or “WRONG WAY” trails. All riders are responsible for understanding the layout of the course. Please familiarize yourself with the course maps on our website prior to race day and/or print a map to bring along with you.
Aid Stations
In addition to a fully stocked drink and feed station at the start/finish line at the Sonoran Loop Competitive Track, there will be one water and electrolyte remote aid station located along the long Loop that riders will pass by every loop. Our main aid station will be stocked with water, ice, electrolyte drinks, and some snacks.
Camping
Camping is available for $25/unit per night on site. Dry camping only.
Mountain Biking and Trash
Please respect the trails and the beauty of the desert by disposing of any trash at one of our aid stations. We do recycle and participate in the Terracycle program where we recycle used nutrition packets and gel wrappers. Please deposit them in the specified container at the feed station.
Trail Etiquette
Remember to always remain on designed trails, no short cutting.
If you decide to use headphones, please be respectful of riders behind you attempting to pass.
As a general rule, when passing a rider, announce, “on your left.” Remain in control and respect the other participants.
Everyone is after the same goal here so let’s be respectful of each other’s races and have fun.
Pets
For the safety of all, no pets are allowed on-course. Any pets at the race must be on a leash at all times, respect park rules, and be supervised.
Volunteers
If you would like to join our volunteer team, we are looking for help with event setup, aid station, and event breakdown. Volunteer perks include a piece of Aravaipa merchandise or race goody and Aravaipa Race Credits. You can see our current opportunities and signup here: Howl Volunteer Form.
RESULTS
Results
2020 | None Yet
PHOTOGRAPHY
Event Photos
2020 | None Yet
COYOTE RANCH 24 HOUR
Make a Weekend of it!
We will be holding our first ever 24 hour mountain bike race right after the conclusion of the Howl Youth race. With a Noon start and a 6 hour, 12 hour and full 24 hour options for either solo or relay riders it's sure to be a good time.
Coyote Ranch 24 Hour Website
Coyote Ranch 24 Hour Registration
