Ride the Dirt Wave - Whiskey Run

Bring your Mountain Biking Friends to the South Coast’s Premier Mountain Biking Trail, Whiskey Run, for the 2nd of 3 Ride the Dirt Wave Events!

Whiskey Run Mountain Bike Trail System is a purpose-built trail system in the Coos County Forest that winds through loamy, beautiful old-growth evergreens with views of the Pacific Ocean at the trail tops. There’s something for every rider, with trails for all levels from family-friendly/beginner areas to advanced jump lines and Double Black diamond trails.

The trail system is located about 20 min south of Coos Bay via US-101 N and Seven Devils Rd.

This is a great opportunity to come out and get to know the trails in a fun and supportive environment.

The celebration of the trails will include food, music & beverages on site. Food cart fare and beer from 7 Devils Brewery will be available for purchase.

It’s more than just biking – it’s a celebration of community and adventure on the Southern Oregon Coast! Two days of fun biking events on the Southern Oregon Coast!

REGISTRATION LINK HERE!

SCHEDULE & DETAILED INFORMATION COMING SOON

Cash Prizes will be awarded this year, courtesy of Moe’s Bike Shop in North Bend, OR! $250 each for 1st Place Expert Male Division and Expert Female Division and $100 for 1st Place Expert E-Biker.

Saturday, July 18, 2026

10:00 AM Check-in & day of registration

10:30 AM-1 PM Club Dig Day, hosted by Wild Coast Trails Association Join the Wild Coast Trails Association for a morning of trail maintenance on one of the Oregon Coast’s most celebrated trail systems. Give back to the trails you love, meet the local riding community, and get your hands dirty before race weekend. All skill levels welcome, no experience necessary.

1:00 PM to 3:00 PM — Group Ride, led by Wild Coast Trails Association A guided group ride on the Whiskey Run trail system for those who participated in the morning trail work. Stick around after the dig, grab your bike, and enjoy the trails you just helped maintain. A great reward for a morning well spent!

1:00 PM to 3:30 PM — Packet Pickup and Race Registration Pick up your race packet or register for Sunday’s Enduro race between 1:00 and 3:30 PM on Saturday. Getting this done on Saturday means no Sunday morning check-in line and you can head straight to the race course when you arrive. Highly recommended!

2:00 PM — Pre-Ride of Race Course A non-race pace guided ride of Sunday’s race course. Open to all participants. If you picked up your packet earlier, you are all set and ready to roll!

Sunday, July 19, 2026

7:00 AM — Check-in, registration, and packet pickup

8:00 AM — Check-in closes

9:00 AM — Race begins

9:00 AM to 1:00 PM — Ride the Dirt Wave Enduro Race Participants complete two timed runs down the race course. The race starts at the top and the clock starts when you drop in. The climb to the top is not timed. Limited to 100 racers, register early!

1:30 PM — Awards Ceremony (or within 45 minutes of the final race finish)

2:30 PM — Event concludes

RIDE DETAILS:

Ride the Dirt Wave Enduro Race ~ Whiskey Run, Sunday, July 19, 2026

 Get ready for the ultimate test of speed and skill at Whiskey Run! New for 2026 we are excited to introduce something we have never done before in the history of the Dirt Wave — two different race courses in a single event! Each racer will take on one timed run down each course and your best combined time wins. This is Enduro racing at its finest!

 Run 1 — Gnome Wrecker

Gnome Wrecker is a rider’s dream, featuring loamy tread, flowing berms, steep gradients, and technical features including drops, roots, and fadeaways. At just three quarters of a mile long with a heart-pounding 378 ft. descent, most runs average around 4 minutes of non-stop action. It is a thrilling mix of speed and challenge that will keep you focused and on the edge of your saddle from start to finish!

 Run 2 — Loam Wrecker

Just when you think it cannot get any better, we send you down Loam Wrecker! This beloved black diamond trail is steep, loamy, and loaded with technical features that will demand every bit of skill and focus you have. At 1 kilometer of pure Coast goodness, Loam Wrecker is the perfect complement to Gnome Wrecker and will have you pushing your limits all the way to the finish line.

Your best combined time across both runs takes the win. Do you have what it takes to conquer both courses and claim your spot on the Whiskey Run podium? Bring your A-game and come find out!

For trail maps, videos, and more information visit the Whiskey Run trails page on Trailforks:

Ride the Dirt Wave — Enduro Race 2026 Race Categories

Cat 1 (Expert) - For experienced, competitive riders who race hard, know the trails, and are ready to go head to head with the best in the field. Only Cat 1 (Expert) riders are eligible for cash prizes.

CAT 1 EXPERT - Acoustic Bike Men 19-49 | Men 50+ | Junior Men 14-18 | Junior Men 9-13 Women 19+ | Junior Women 14-18 | Junior Women 9-13

Cat 2 (Sport) - For riders with race experience who are beyond the beginner stage and ready to compete in a fun, supportive, and competitive environment. If you found yourself at the top of the Sport podium more than once last year, consider stepping up to Expert and challenging yourself!

CAT 2 SPORT - Acoustic Bike Junior Men 9-13 | Junior Men 14-18 | Men 19-39 | Men 40-49 | Men 50-59 | Men 60+ Junior Women 9-13 | Junior Women 14-18 | Women 19-39 | Women 40-49 | Women 50+

E-Bikes Only Class 1 pedal-assist e-bikes are permitted at this event. No throttle-operated e-bikes are allowed. New for 2026, e-bike racers now have dedicated age group categories for both Cat 1 Expert and Cat 2 Sport, so come ready to race and find your place on the e-bike podium!

E-BIKE — Cat 1 Expert Men 19-49 | Men 50+ Women Open

E-BIKE — Cat 2 Sport Men 19-49 | Men 50+ Women Open

Categories may be combined if fewer than 5 participants register in a given category.

OBRA sanctioned event. Valid OBRA license required to race.

EVENT BROUGHT TO YOU BY:

Oregon Coast Visitors Association

Bandon Chamber of Commerce

Oregon’s Adventure Coast

Oregon Rides & Events

SPONSORS:

Wild Coast Trail Association

Travel Southern Oregon Coast

7 Devils Brewery