Seasons of

Rothrock

Race Series

Gritty. Grittier. Grittiest.

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4 Seasons. 4 Races.

2 Gravel + 2 Mountain Bike.

Rothrock State Forest

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Seasons of Rothrock Adventures

4 Part Race Series


Does the idea of exploring the natural sylvan beauty of Pennsylvania on two wheels excite you? If so, we invite you to discover magnificent Rothrock State Forest on gravel roads and singletrack trails while building lasting friendships in a passionate and supportive community along the way. Come see what Happy Valley and the grassroots cycling community here have to offer.

Seasons of Rothrock Race Series is a grouping of four races that capture the grandeur of Rothrock State Forest in all four seasons through the disciplines of gravel and mountain bike racing. Join us for one, or all four. Spend an afternoon pushing your limit on challenging, gravel roads and fun singletrack. By participating, you’ll be supporting a community that emphasizes the fun and social aspects of racing while creating local events that belong on the national stage.

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Gravel Races

Session I – Whipple Dam and Session II – Rothrock GRIT Gravel Grinder are spring and early summer gravel bike races that allow riders to experience Alan Seeger and Bear Meadows Natural Areas, Tussey Mountain, and Whipple Dam on challenging gravel roads and double-track trails.

Session I

Whipple Dam
State Park

Gravel
40 Miles

April 23, 2023

Session II

Rothrock GRIT
Gravel Grinder

Gravel
25-65 Miles

June 3, 2023

Session III

Greenwood
Furnace

Mountain
23-33 Miles

Sept. 24, 2023

Session IV

Tussey
Mountain

Mountain
19.6 Miles

Dec. 3, 2023

Mountain Bike Races

Seasons of Rothrock Sessions III – Greenwood Furnace and Session IV – Tussey Mountain are mountain bike races on on rooty, rocky, and demanding single-track courses. In September, cross through Greenwood Furnace State Park and IMBA Epic Coopers Gap trails. The December Tussey Mountain race includes the famed Three Bridges and IMBA Epic Tussey Ridge trail.

About Seasons of Rothrock

Our focus is on hosting high-quality events that are safe, fun, competitive, and accessible to as many riders as possible. Racer experience is our primary goal. Whether you are a professional or amateur cyclist you are welcome! There are no USAC or other licenses required to race. Regardless of your age, skill level, or how you identify, we are dedicated to providing you with an exceptional racing experience that will have you returning year after year with your family and friends!

Seasons of Rothrock

Series King and Queen

 

The Seasons of Rothrock series will culminate in December when we will crown the royal court in categories such as Gentlemen/Ladies: Open, Clydesdale/Athena, Singlespeed, 40+, 50+, and Youth Racers under 18. To become eligible to earn the title of Series King and Queen you must compete in all four races at the longest distance offered in each race.

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These are Non-Profit Races

100% of the net proceeds from your race entry are donated to local cycling initiatives. In the past donations have been made to:

Nittany Mountain Bike Association
(NMBA members receive 40 dollars in race credits – JOIN today!)
Harvest Fields Community Trails
National Interscholastic Cycling Association
Girls Rock
State College YMCA
Friends of Rothrock
High Point Skate Park
Penns Valley Pedals & Pints
Centre Volunteers In Medicine

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