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Race to the Barn –

Wentworth Downhill Series 2026

The Race to the Barn returns for its 3rd season—our signature gravity-fed downhill race series at Wentworth Mountain Bike Park, and sanctioned by Cycling Nova Scotia.

Join us for three race days: July 4, August 8, and September 12. Each event features a different course, announced the morning of race day.

This is a fun, fast-paced series where it’s you against the clock. While competitive, the atmosphere stays relaxed and welcoming—perfect for riders looking to push themselves and have a great time doing it.

Series Championship
Compete in all three events for a chance to be crowned overall male and female champions, awarded to the riders with the lowest combined times across the series.

Race Format
• Mandatory timed practice run
• One timed race run (not best of two)

Please Note
• A racer lift ticket can be purchased at the rental shop the morning of race or season pass is required (not included in the entry fee)

Race Day Schedule
12:00 PM – Check-in at The Barn, race chip pickup + safety meeting
2:00 PM – Timed practice run
3:00 PM – Race start (staggered)

Details
• Pre-registration required (limited spots)

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• $20 entry fee per race
• Lift ticket or season pass required
• Waiver must be signed (under 18 requires parent/guardian)

Requirements
• Full-face helmet (mandatory)
• Long sleeves required
• Race pants or pads required

After the race, head back to The Barn to hand in your chip, grab a drink, and stick around for results and prizes.

Categories

U13- Female, Male

U15- Female, Male

Sport- Female, Male

U17- Female, Male

U19- Female, Male

Expert- Female, Male

Format

  • The race will be on a different bike trail each week.

  • Racers will get one lap down the designated course and are timed via a real-time timing system.

  • The course closes at noon for timed practice followed by a timed race run.

  • The course will be open to the public all day. 

  • The prize ceremony will follow at the Barn approx. 30 mins after the last racer has crossed the finish line.

Waiver & Release of Liability

  • Racers must sign a Waiver & Release of Liability form at the Barn with your race chip.

  • Racers under 18 years of age will need to have a parent or legal guardian present on the race day to sign their Waiver & Release of Liability Form.

UCI requirements

  • A full-face helmet is mandatory

  • Race pads or long pants must be worn.

  • A long-sleeved jersey must be worn when racing.

Sanctioned and Approved by Cycling Nova Scotia

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