Race 1 Reg

Reno Vista

Quick Stats

🏁 Stage Distance: 1.37 miles
⬇️ Elevation Loss: 516 ft
🚵 Estimated Stage Time: 3–5 minutes
⬆️ Transfer Climb: 2.64 miles / 584 ft gain
📍 Location: Peavine Mountain – Reno, NV
⚙️ Difficulty: Intermediate
🌵 Terrain: High-desert singletrack

Reno Vista is a fast, flowing descent on the lower slopes of Peavine Mountain overlooking Reno and the Truckee Meadows. The trail winds through open desert terrain with loose decomposed granite soil, wide-open sightlines, and big views of the valley below.

The stage drops 516 feet over 1.37 miles, making it a short, high-speed run where momentum matters. Riders can build speed quickly in the upper section before the trail tightens up with a mix of corners, natural rollers, and small rock features on the way to the finish.

Transfer Climb

The climb to the start is a steady 2.64-mile transfer gaining 584 feet. It is mostly non-technical and follows a mix of dirt road and mellow trail, but the effort adds up. Like most Peavine climbs, it is exposed, dry, and best ridden at a steady pace to save energy for the timed stage.

What to Expect

Reno Vista rewards riders who stay smooth and carry speed. The loose surface can punish over-braking, so the fastest runs usually come from riders who stay light on the brakes, trust their tires, and keep momentum through the turns.

This is the kind of stage that feels short, but small mistakes add up quickly. A clean run can save a lot of time.

Key Features

• Fast opening section
  
  

• Loose decomposed granite soil
  
  

• Tight mid-trail corners
  
  

• Small rock features
  
  

• Natural rollers and compressions
  
  

• Big views of the Reno valley
  
  

What Makes It Fast

• Carrying speed through corners
  
  

• Smooth braking in loose soil
  
  

• Pumping terrain where possible
  
  

• Choosing clean lines through rocky sections
  
  

Race Notes

• No practice laps
  
  

• Course closed until 5:00 PM
  
  

• Number plates must be clearly visible at the finish
  
  

• Riders should check with the finish crew after their run to make sure their number was recorded correctly

Hey everyone,

Welcome to Race 1 of the Golden Hour Series at Reno Vista — stoked to kick things off with you all 🤘

Here’s everything you need to know for race day:

FORMAT – Best of 3
You’ll have up to 3 runs down the course, and your fastest time counts.
Ride all 3 or just 1—it’s up to you. Most riders improve each lap, so plan accordingly.

SCHEDULE

• Check-in + plate pickup: At start line

• Onsite registration at Finish Line

• Course open: 5 PM – 8 PM

• No assigned start times—just keep things flowing at the top

Make sure you give yourself enough time to get your runs in before the course closes.

COURSE FLOW
Ride up, race down, repeat.
No practice laps before 5 PM.
Be respectful of riders climbing and descending.

TIMING (IMPORTANT)
We’re using bib-based timing.
Your number plate must be clearly visible at the finish.

If we can’t see your number, we can’t record your time.
You can yell your number if needed, but always make sure the finish crew got it before rolling away.

SERIES NOTES

• Use the same plate all season

• Lost or damaged plate? Let me know ASAP

• Results and standings are tracked by your bib number

RULES

• Stay on the marked course

• Cutting = DQ

• Keep it fair and fun for everyone

SAFETY
If you see a rider down, please stop and help.
Alert a marshal or staff member—we’ll take it from there.
Ride within your limits—this is a long season.

TIPS

• Pace your climbs—no need to rush

• Take a quick break between laps

• Hydrate and fuel

• Don’t burn it all on your first run

SERIES GIVEAWAY
Every race earns you entries toward the end-of-season bike giveaway 🎁
More races = better odds

Huge thanks to our sponsors:
Trail One Components
Sierra Cyclesmith
KETL
10 Torr
Worldwide Cyclery

INFO + RESULTS
Course info and details are on the site:
grassrootsracingreno.com

Live results will be available during the race. Please have the EnduroResults App

And finally—everyone out there helping run this event is a volunteer.
Take a second to thank them when you see them 🙌

Have fun, ride smooth, and we’ll see you out there.

– Jeremy
GrassRoots Racing Reno
Ride • Race • Community