BRING YOUR FAT BIKE!

E-bikes are welcome at this event! Join us for a fun and casual weekend of beach parties, brewery tours, a scenic ride to the waterfall, Bike Olympics and games on the sand and more while exploring the stunning beaches and lovely community of Cannon Beach by bike. Registration is OPEN and we can’t wait to share another unforgettable weekend on the beach with you!

The first race of the Ride the Dirt Wave series kicks things off in style at Alsea Falls Trail System, nestled in the Coast Range between Corvallis and Eugene! This beloved trail system is one of the most popular destinations in the Willamette Valley and we could not be more excited to welcome it into the Dirt Wave family. Join us for two incredible days of riding, community, and adventure!

Saturday — Give Back & Ride Day Start the weekend by giving back to the trails we love! Join fellow riders for a free volunteer trail work day before we celebrate with shuttles to the top for an afternoon of riding. Explore the flow, the forest, and the pure MTB magic that makes Alsea Falls so special. Group rides for all levels ensure everyone finds their perfect line.

Sunday — Race Day! The Dirt Wave season is officially underway! Racers will take on two timed runs down the race course, with your best time determining the winner. E-bikes (class one pedal assist only) are welcome, so no matter how you ride, there is a place for you at the start line. Whether you are a seasoned racer or toeing the start line for the first time, Alsea Falls delivers the kind of riding that puts a smile on your face and keeps you coming back. Racers will be grouped by age and class for fair competition, with awards and celebration to follow.

This is an OBRA-sanctioned event — register now at thedirtwave.com and come be part of something new!

Oregon’s Annual Mountain Bike Festival

Get hyped for Mountain Bike Oregon, the all-inclusive three-day mountain biking festival celebrating 21 years in the heart of Oakridge’s legendary singletrack.

Come ride in the mountain bike capital of the Pacific Northwest, one of six IMBA Gold Level trail center sites in the world.

MBO includes three days of shuttled rides on sweet and technical singletrack, riverside camping, daily lunch, Ladies and Junior clinics, free demo bikes, a swimming hole, silent disco, mini-bike race, vendor expo, and a massive raffle. Then wind down every evening in the HydroFlask Hydration Garden with Deschutes Brewery beers and NA options, Oregon wines, cider, and kombucha. Good people, great trails, and cold drinks. What more could you ask for?

Family friendly and open to all skill levels. Come for the riding, stay for everything else. The best weekend of summer awaits!

Get ready for the return of the 12th Running of the Barrel to Keg Relay!

Gather your crew and register a team of up to 7 members for a thrilling 67-mile run or 33-mile walk. Begin at a beautiful vineyard, run through the historic Harris Covered Bridge, and make your way to our brand-new finish line at the Yaquina Bay Yacht Club on Newport’s Historic Bayfront — where fishing boats, sea lions, and our iconic bridge set the scene for an epic celebration. Cold beer, great company, and all the post-race fun you’ve earned await you at the finish!

Get creative with costumes and team names for added fun!

The second race in the Ride the Dirt Wave series brings us to one of the most celebrated trail systems in the Pacific Northwest — Whiskey Run in Coos County Forest! Nestled among stunning old-growth evergreens with sweeping views of the Pacific, this is a destination worth every mile of the drive. Join us for two epic days on the Southern Oregon Coast!

Saturday, 7/18 — Give Back & Ride Day
Start the day giving back to the trails we love! Join local riders for a free volunteer trail work day before hitting some of the best singletrack on the coast together. After the ride, keep the good times rolling in town with delicious food, live music, and refreshing brews from 7 Devils Brewery. It’s more than just biking — it’s a celebration of community and adventure!

Sunday, 7/19 — Race Day!
Welcome to the jewel of the Southern Oregon Coast and the ultimate test of speed and skill! New for 2026, this enduro race features two iconic courses — racers will take one timed run down Gnome Wrecker and one timed run down Loam Wrecker, with your best combined time taking the win. Whether you are a seasoned pro or lining up for your first race, Whiskey Run delivers terrain and scenery that will leave you speechless. Racers will be grouped by age and class for fair competition, with awards and celebration to follow.

This is an OBRA-sanctioned event — register now at thedirtwave.com and we’ll see you on the coast!

The third and final race in the Ride the Dirt Wave series. We are wrapping up the 2026 season with our Series Finale and Championship Event on the stunning Central Oregon Coast at Big Creek Trails in Newport! Join us for two epic days of mountain biking — let’s ride, race, and crown a champion together!

Saturday, 8/1 — Give Back & Ride Day
Start the day giving back to the trails we love! Join the NEWTS for a free volunteer trail work day — a great way to connect with the local bike community and make a difference. After the work party, hit the trails with the club for a group ride, then head into Newport to celebrate a great day on and off the bike!

Sunday, 8/2 — Race Day!

Get ready for the grand finale of the Ride the Dirt Wave series! New for 2026, we are mixing up the race course with some exciting changes. Racers will kick things off on everybody’s favorite trail, Norm, before taking on a brand new trail added to the mix for the second run. The finish? Right in the skills park in front of the crowd! Racers will be grouped by age and class for fair competition. Series awards, championship recognition, and a celebration will follow the race.
This is an OBRA-sanctioned event — register now at thedirtwave.com and make sure you are there for the one that decides it all!