Join us for a race event at this all new trail in Columbia!
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Address and directions
Getting There:
Gans Creek Recreation Area
3350 E Gans Rd. Columbia, MO 65201
Important Notes:
- 🛑 Please use caution crossing E Gans Rd and only cross at the designated crosswalk.
- ‼️ Bikes are not permitted on the Mizzou running cross country course.
- Camping is not permitted at Gans Creek Rec Area
Event Schedule
Saturday
September 20th, 2025
9:00 AM Volunteer Shifts Begin
11:30 AM Pit Zone Opens for Set-up
12:30 PM Coach Meeting
1:00 PM COACH ONLY Pre-ride Open
1:00 PM OTB 101 Coach Training
2:00 PM Pre-ride Open to all Teams/Riders
2:30 PM GRiT Grownups Clinic
5:00 PM Pre-ride CLOSED (no riders may go out on the course)
Sunday
September 21st, 2025
7:00 AM Volunteer Shifts Begin
7:30 AM Head Coach Meeting
7:40 AM Pre-ride Open to All Teams/Riders
8:40 AM Pre-ride Closed
8:55 AM National Anthem
9:15 AM Racing Begins (HS Boys)
11:35 AM Racing Begins (HS Girls)
12:45 PM Racing Begins (MS Girls)
2:15 PM Racing Begins (MS Boys)
4:15 PM Racing Concludes
4:20 PM Pit Zone and Infield Breakdown Begins
4:30 PM Awards Ceremony
Venue information
Spectator and Parking Information
Parking
- Please park only in the designated areas and follow the instructions of all event staff and volunteers.
Spectators at Gans Creek Rec Area
For the safety of our student athletes, no spectating is permitted on the course or in the woods along the singletrack trails.
Spectating is only permitted in the areas indicated on the venue map. Spectators may not cross the course tape.
Areas Off Limits to Event Attendees:
No bike riding is permitted on the running cross country course during the event.
Student athletes must use the warm-up area. Any students caught warming up on roads open to motor vehicles will receive a 10 minute penalty.
Pit zone map
Additional activities
Food Service:
The following food trucks will be available on Sunday:
- Pizza Kwik
- Kwik Lemonade Co
- Sid’s Snacks
- Miracle Wraps and Pitas
- Frosty Dog BBQ
- Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck
GRiT Activities:
GRiT Grown-ups Clinic
Saturday 2:30-3:30 PM (Register HERE)
Are you a mom or a parent who is stuck in the Pit Zone and missing out on the fun? This is the mountain bike skills clinic for you! If you are new to the sport of mountain biking, sign up to learn and practice fundamental bike skills with our experienced coach trainers in a low stress environment while your kiddos are pre-riding the race course with their coaches. There is no cost to attend!
GRiT Tent Activities
Mechanical Skills Practice
Saturday 12:30 PM
Join us at the GRiT tent to learn and practice common trailside repairs on your bike!
Rock Painting (Saturday)
Riddle Rock Hunting (Sunday)
Coach Training:
OTB 101: How to Teach Fundamental MTB Skills Clinic
Saturday 1:00-4:00 PM (Register HERE)
Race information
Course description
We couldn’t be more excited to race this all new 4.2 mile race course that was built just for NICA! The course is flowy, fast, and fun with some good opportunities for passing.
STRAVA COURSE MAP
RIDE ALONG COURSE VIDEO
Category staging and start times
Please be on time for staging and listen for your call up number and name. Late student athletes will be placed at the back of the category.
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