The Oxford Hills Nordic Bike Race and The Oxford Hills Nordic 5K is a one day race extravaganza fundraiser for the Oxford Hills Nordic Ski Program! All proceeds will go toward the benefit of middle and high school skiers through the purchasing of equipment, uniforms, and professional training sessions! Nordic is a wonderful sport, and we want to make it accessible to all! Donations can also be made toward the program by writing a check out to The Oxford Hills Athletic department, with a note stating that the funds are for the Nordic program!

Race Details: There will be three races, a 2.5 mile Youth Bike Race (ages 8-14), a 5 mile Adult Bike Race (ages 15+), and a 5K running race! There will be prizes for the top three finishers in the women's and men's categories for each race! The race will be on gravel paths-- so bikers, please use an off-road compatible bike. The bike race will be a time trial, with racers going out of the start every 15 seconds (just like a Nordic Ski Race!), while the 5K will be a mass start.

Race Date: Sunday, November 10th, 2024

Race Times: Youth Bike Race, 9:00 AM, Adult Bike Race, 9:30 AM, 5K Running Race, 10:00 AM

Race Location: Smith Bridge Preserve, 577 Allen Hill Road in Oxford, Maine

Parking: Parking is available at Smith Bridge, as well as at the Oxford Fair Grounds parking lot on Pottle Road.

Registration Fees and How to Pay: racers under 14 year of age, $10, racers 14+, $20.

There is also same day registration. For same day registration, registration fees should be paid on the day of the race at the registration table. Upon paying your fees and signing or handing in your waivers, you will be given your bib for the race. Same day registration fees can be paid by cash or check. Checks should be made out to Oxford Hills Athletic Department, the memo section stating that it is for the Oxford Hills Nordic Bike Race.

Online registrations close on Friday, November 8th, at 11:59 PM. If you miss the online registration deadline, day of registrations can be made at the race location between 8:00 and 9:00 AM.

All racers must sign a waiver, and bicyclists must wear a helmet.

We recommend that you come to the race at least a half hour before so that you can sign in and get your bib!

Some simple snacks/hot chocolate will be for sale on the day of the race.

You can find the course map below: