mtbbeginner friendly

GloriDays - MTB Marathon

Glorieta, New Mexico, United States · 22 August 2026

Difficulty: 4/5 — Very hard

A challenging mountain bike marathon featuring 26-mile and 52-mile distances alongside a 6-hour beginner-friendly course on phenomenal singletrack trails.

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Distances
50 mile · 25 mile · 6 hour
Elevation
4,000 m
Surface
singletrack, dirt
Typical W/kg
2.5–4

Rider fit

Who it's for

Mountain bikers of all skill levels looking for a fun, festival-style race weekend complete with camping, swimming, and live music.

Who will struggle

Riders attempting the grueling 52-mile expert course without sufficient endurance training or technical singletrack experience.

Training focus

Build endurance for long saddle hours and sharpen technical descending skills for sustained mountain bike singletrack.

Are you ready for this race?

Compare your W/kg to see how you stack up against this race's typical level — and which races fit you best right now.

FAQs

What distance options are available?+

Riders can choose from a 52-mile expert course, a 25-mile intermediate course, or a multi-loop beginner-focused 6-hour event.

Are there refund or transfer options?+

The race has a strict no refund policy, but you can transfer your registration to another event or rider up to certain deadlines before the race, or purchase optional event insurance through BikeReg.

What amenities are available at the venue?+

Glorieta Camps offers on-site hotel rooms, camping spots, a swimming lake, water slides, zip lines, a pump track, food trucks, and live music.

What categories are offered for the races?+

Categories include Solo Junior, Solo 18+, Solo 40+, Solo 50+, Solo 60+, and Single Speed for both men and women across different distance tiers.

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