Four Hour Firecracker

The Four Hour Firecracker

The Race

The Four Hour Firecracker has solo, duo, and 3-4 person team categories so you can race with a friend or your family member! We also have a category for those who want to ride with a team and are looking for team members. We have Male, Female, Coed, Parent/Child, E-Bike, singlespeed, age categories, and more! There are plenty of youth races as well! Bring the whole clan, this is gonna be a fun weekend of racing! 

The Course

The cross-country marathon (XCM) is a very demanding form of mountain bike racing. For this race, riders will have four hours to complete as many laps as they can over a very fast and fun 4+ mile loop with 400ft elevation gain. Fast, flowy, an optional jump line, with some parts technical, rocky, rooty, yet tame enough for novice riders.  

Aid stations will be fully stocked with food and drinks! Our friends at Pickle Juice have got us covered and we will have their supplements at every aid station! https://picklepower.com/

Commonwealth Cup Race Series

Our friends at RVA Racing know what's up when it comes to bike racing and we are so stoked to be partnering with their Underground, commonwealth cup, gravel grinder, and XCM series! 

Learn More Here: https://rvaracingevents.com/events

PLEASE NOTE: You must be registered for SERIES POINTS to be eligible for series standings. Series Points registration is done on BikeReg: https://www.bikereg.com/2024-cup-series

Anyone can participate in any of the Commonwealth Cup races. Series Registration is not required to participate in any of the individual races but is required if you want to compete in the series. 

Race HQ

 The race will start/finish at the Bike Park where camping will be. People can set up team tents, just give me a heads up if you plan on doing so. We will have aid station tables with snacks/drinks at the start/finish. You can use the tables to set up your own aid station kit as well. Follow the “Adventure This Way” signs.

Camping

 Camping will be available FRIDAY + SATURDAY night for FREE! There are 16 spots with fire rings and can host 1 vehicle per campsite. If you need extra vehicles or space then there will be camping in the field with no fire ring for FREE as well. Following the “CAMPING” signs when you get to the bike park and go past the kiosk to toward the shelter, you will see the campsites go all around the edge of the woodline. Camping is first come first serve.

Pets: Are allowed, must be leashed, cannot be left unattended, and must be cleaned up after. 

Friday:
4:00-8:00 pm: Check In For Camping. Will be a sign in sheet at the shelter with parking passes and waiver. 
 

Saturday:
7:30am-8:30am - Check In

8:30 am - Pre-race Announcements

9:00 am - 4 Hour Race Start - 1 and 2 lap XC right after. 

1:00pm - Last Lap Cutoff

Around 2:00 pm - Awards

2:00 pm -Kids Race's start after Awards

12:00-9:00 pm: Food, Drinks, More Fun!

SPONSORS + VOLUNTEERS

 Events like this require a team and we would love to speak with you if you want to be a part of this awesome cause! We are looking for business', organizations, and persons to donate their time, talent, and treasure! Please reach out if you have questions or want to help support!

GIVE BACK

 Bedford Outdoor Adventure loves to host events that both build up and give back to our community and for this race proceeds will go to a local non-profit who is

REFUNDS

 issued up to 10 days prior to the event, vouchers for the following year's event will be given after 10 days. Riders can adjust distances or edit entries online however no changes can be made less than 72 hours out. If you get in a pinch, give us a call and we will work something out. DAY Of REGISTRATION is an extra $10. 

Discounts

Employees of sponsoring shops race FREE: Ask your owner/manager for coupon code.

Non sponsoring bike shop employees get 25% off - coupon ILIKEBIKES

Veterans/EMS - Use Code VALOR for 25% off 

VAHS/NICA Racers Get 25% off Code: GROM

Bedford County Employees - Use Code BEDFORDCOUNTY for 25% off

Centra Employees - Use Code CENTRA for 25% off

Teams/Family of 3+ Riders: Email me for a special coupon code! 

CURRENT SPONSORS and PARTNERS!

Bedford Outdoor Adventures:  

(B.O.A) is part of Bedford County Parks and Recreation and directs or coordinates outdoor events such as: races, camps, festivals, competitions, group activities, educational programs & adventure skill clinics.  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090917237504

Bedford County Parks and Recreation: 

https://parks.bedfordcountyva.gov/parks-facilities/parks

Centra Health: 

https://www.centrahealth.com/

Destination Bedford: 

Check out https://destinationbedfordva.com/ for great places to eat and explore while you stay with us in Bedford County! They are a great resource and you can stop by the welcome center for pamphlets and other information located at 816 Burks Hill Road, Bedford, VA 24523 at the intersection of Route 460 and Route 122.

Trek Bicycle Roanoke: https://www.facebook.com/TrekBicycleRoanokeVA

Cardinal Bicycle: https://www.cardinalbicycle.com/

Blackwater Bike Shop: https://www.blackwaterbikeshop.com/

Bikes Unlimited: https://www.bikesunlimited.com/

Just the Right Gear: https://www.justtherightgear.com/