Royal Gorge Six & Twelve
📍 Colorado, United States
mtbBeginner friendly
Date
15 May 2027
Distance
10 mile loop
Elevation
2,527 m
Difficulty
mtb
12 Hours of Mesa Verde
Colorado, United States · 9 May 2026
Difficulty: 3/5 — Hard
A 12-hour endurance mountain bike race featuring 16.4-mile laps with 1,214 feet of elevation gain per lap on public lands.
Visit official site →- Distances
- 16.4 mile lap
- Elevation
- 370 m
- Surface
- dirt, singletrack
- Typical W/kg
- 2.5–3.8
Rider fit
Who it's for
Endurance mountain bikers looking to test their pacing and lap counts over a 12-hour period.
Who will struggle
Riders unprepared for sustained endurance efforts and cumulative climbing over a full day.
Training focus
Building aerobic endurance, climbing stamina, and nutrition strategy for long duration events.
Are you ready for this race?
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FAQs
When does the race take place?+
The race is held on May 9, 2026, from 7 AM to 7 PM.
What is the race format and lap length?+
It is a 12-hour endurance event utilizing a Le Mans start and features a 16.4-mile lap with 1,214 feet of elevation gain per lap.
When does registration open and close?+
Online registration opens on January 9, 2026, and closes on May 4th.
Where is the event venue located?+
The event venue offers RV hookup spaces for $100 per space per event, and part of the operation is conducted on public lands under a special permit from the U.S. Bureau of Land Management.