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(Fri 9/27) | (Sat 9/28 or Sun 9/29) | (Fri 9/27 - Sun 9/29) |
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Adult/Teen (13-64) | $20 | $45 | $70 |
Junior/Senior (7-12 & 65+) | $10 | $25 | $45 |
Child (6 & Under) | FREE | FREE | FREE |
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Includes Access To Lounges At Mountain Pass Lodge With Drink Passes And Food, On-Venue Parking, In-Stadium Viewing, Adirondack Raptor Show, Caricature Artist, Photo Booth, Exclusive Athlete Autograph Session (Sat 9/28 & Sun 9/29), And The Mt Van Hoevenberg Legacy Tour |
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(Fri 9/27) | (Sat 9/28 or Sun 9/29) | (Fri 9/27 - Sun 9/29) |
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All Ages | $100 | $250 | $450 |
| Season Passholder Free General Admission |
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1 Ticket Per 2024/25 Mt Van Hoevenberg, Whiteface, Gore, or Belleayre Season Passholder, Simply Click "RESERVE NOW" And Enter The 14-Digit Number On The Back Of Your Season Pass (Available Online Only) |
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All Ages | FREE: $0 |
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All Tickets Are Final Sale / Non Refundable. |
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Schedule
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Thursday September 26th, 2024 | |||
| 11:00am – 1:00pm (11:00 – 13:00) | Training - Men Only | XCO | |
| 1:00pm – 3:00pm (13:00 – 15:00) | Training - All Riders | XCO | |
| 3:00pm – 5:00pm (15:00 – 17:00) | Training - Women Only | XCO | |
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Friday September 27th, 2024 | |||
| 9:00am (09:00) | Gates & Expo Open - Learn More | ||
| 9:00am – 10:00am (09:00 – 10:00) | Training - Men Only | XCO | |
| 10:00am – 11:00am (10:00 – 11:00) | Training - All Riders | XCO | |
| 11:00am – 12:00pm (11:00 – 12:00) | Training - Women Only | XCO | |
| 12:45pm - 1:45pm (12:45 – 13:45) | Training - U23 Only | XCC | |
| 2:00pm - 2:30pm (14:00 – 14:30) | RACE: UCI Cross-Country Short Track World Cup – Women U23 | XCC | |
| 2:35pm - 3:05pm (14:35 – 15:05) | RACE: UCI Cross-Country Short Track World Cup – Men U23 | XCC | |
| 3:30pm - 4:15pm (15:30 – 16:15) | Training - All Riders | XCO | |
| 4:00pm - 7:30pm (16:00 – 19:30) | BETA Community Bike Jam (Main Street, Downtown Lake Placid) - Learn More | ||
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Saturday September 28th, 2024 | |||
| 6:30am (06:30) | Gates Open | ||
| 8:15am Start (08:15 Start) | RACE: Cross-Country Open Marathon - Amateur Riders | XCM | |
| 8:30am - 10:00am (08:30 – 10:00) | Training - All Riders | XCO | |
| 9:00am (09:00) | Expo Opens - Learn More | ||
| 10:15am - 11:15am (10:15 – 11:15) | Training - Elite Riders Only | XCC | |
| 11:30am Start (11:30 Start) | RACE: UCI Cross-Country Short Track World Cup – Women Elite | XCC | |
| 12:05pm Start (12:05 Start) | RACE: UCI Cross-Country Short Track World Cup – Men Elite | XCC | |
| 1:30pm - 2:15pm (13:30 – 14:15) | Training - All Riders | XCO | |
| 2:30pm Start (14:30 Start) | RACE: UCI Cross-Country Olympic World Cup – Women U23 | XCO | |
| 4:00pm Start (16:00 Start) | RACE: UCI Cross-Country Olympic World Cup – Men U23 | XCO | |
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Sunday September 29th, 2024 | |||
| 7:30am (07:30) | Gates Open | ||
| 7:45am Start (07:45 Start) | RACE: UCI Cross-Country Marathon World Cup – Women Elite | XCM | |
| 8:55am Start (08:55 Start) | RACE: UCI Cross-Country Marathon World Cup – Men Elite | XCM | |
| 9:00am (09:00) | Expo Opens - Learn More | ||
| 9:00am - 12:00pm (09:00 - 12:00) | Caricature Artist - Joe Ferris | ADK | |
| 9:00am (09:00) | NYAD Arrives - w/Shirt Giveaway | EXPO | |
| 9:15am - 10:15am (09:15 – 10:15) | Training - All Riders | XCO | |
| 10:00am - 10:30am (10:00 - 10:30) | Loon Works Magician - Outside Mountain Pass Lodge | ADK | |
| 11:00am - 11:30am (11:00 - 11:30) | NYAD - EXPO to START | EXPO | |
| 11:30am Start (11:30 Start) | RACE: UCI Cross-Country Olympic World Cup – Women Elite | XCO | |
| 12:00pm - 1:00pm (12:00 - 1:00) | Loon Works Magician - ADK Zone | ADK | |
| 12:35pm - 12:45pm (12:35 - 12:45) | NYAD - WKM Tent to Circus | EXPO | |
| 1:30pm - 4:30pm (13:30 - 16:30) | Caricature Artist - Joe Ferris | VIP | |
| 2:00pm Start (02:00 Start) | RACE: UCI Cross-Country Olympic World Cup – Men Elite | XCO | |
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Race & Event Details
UCI’s debut at Mt Van Hoevenberg is one of 15 weekends of racing in a global series that spans 10 countries and tests pro riders across a wide range of courses and climates as they look to accumulate points toward an overall championship.
As the only mountain bike racing format in the Olympic Games, the Cross-Country Olympic discipline at Mt Van Hoevenberg will see many riders just coming off the 2024 Paris Summer Games. The race’s mass start will send a pack of the world’s best riders going hard and fighting for position on a track that will put their amazing abilities to the test. A set number of laps with strikingly steep climbs made to induce pain followed quickly by downhill stretches that will test the full range of bike handling skills.
Put a pack of the world’s most highly motivated, highly skilled racers on a condensed track over a shorter distance, and watch excitement shoot sky high. Cross-Country Short Track races are scheduled at the start of a race weekend, and the results decide the start order for the Cross-Country Olympic races to come. It’s extremely fast-paced with loads of action!
Cross-Country Marathon sees racers compete on grueling 100km courses. Not only is a racer’s endurance tested, but also their ability to adapt to different terrain, as well as being able to play the mind games of racing in a fast-moving pack. Are you ready to see how grueling this sport can get?
Spectators will be able to roam the venue from the Expo to the World Teams Paddock, to multiple spectator locations along the course as designated by the course map. Easily accessible viewing is located in the stadium (also including flat smooth surfaces for spectator viewing near Start/Finish), and is accessible from the Expo area or the Mountain Pass Lodge. Those up for a hike are encouraged to explore the course featuring large spectator areas above the Stadium and at the Reservoir. Please look for signage and adhere to special crossing locations and course crossing marshals who will guide you when the time is best to cross. (Please Note: There is no seating provided in the General Admission spectator viewing areas for this event, however you may BYOC — Bring Your Own Chair).
• ATHLETES TO WATCH | This list of World Cup athletes are just some of those likely to be at the WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series in Lake Placid. The field will be considerably larger, and injury or other circumstances could prevent some riders from racing. The start list will be firmed up prior to the start of the races. It’s sure to be an exciting weekend of racing as these riders and many others descend on the historic Mt Van Hoevenberg for our inaugural UCI Mountain Bike World Cup races.
WOMEN:
Alessandra Keller (Switzerland) | This 28 year old rider made her Olympic debut at the Paris Games, placing 7th. A four-time Swiss XCO champion, she won silver at the 2022 short track world championships in Les Gets, France behind this year’s Olympic Gold medalist, Pauline Ferrand-Prevot.
Haley Batten (USA) | With Olympic experience under her belt in Tokyo in 2020, the 25-year-old Batten powered through the race in Paris this year to win silver, the best finish ever by a Team USA mountain bike athlete. She also laid down her first UCI XCO World Cup win in April in Brazil and hasn’t finished outside the top ten in any race she’s entered this season.
Savilia Blunk (USA) | This two-time national cross-country champion also won the cross-country short track title in 2023. At 25 this season, she snagged her first podium at a UCI World Cup event, sharing the podium with her teammate, Haley Batten in Brazil. True to Olympic values, winning is only one of Blunk’s priorities. She’s also a passionate supporter of young riders and seeks always to inspire others to embrace cycling as a lifelong sport and to feel empowered.
Evie Richards (Great Britain) | She’s a star of cross country mountain biking and cyclo-cross racing alike. And, she’s Great Britain’s first elite MTB XCO World Champion. She began making her marks on international mtb cross country racing at just 18 years old, and in 2021, came away with the top position at the UCI MTB XCO World Championships in Val di Sole, Italy. Today, at age 27, the elite racers around the world have to fight her for victory at every race.
Jenny Rissveds (Sweden) | The 30-year-old Rissveds, who took the bronze medal at the Paris Games, is no stranger to Olympic mountain biking competition. She won the gold medal at the 2016 Games in Rio de Janeiro, too. On the UCI MTB World Cup circuit, she’s won or been on the podium numerous times beginning with a first place finish in 2019 in the XCO race in Lenzerheide, Switzerland. Her most recent victory in UCI MTB racing was first in the XCO race in Mairipora, Brazil.
Sina Frei (Switzerland) | The silver medal winner at the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo, Frei joined her Swiss teammates Jolanda Neff and Linda Indergand on the podium in the first ever Swiss sweep of an Olympic event since 1936. It was also the first time any nation won all three medals in an Olympic cycling event since 1904. Currently 27 years old, Frei’s most recent podium was at last year’s UCI XCC World Cup in Nove Mesto in the Czech Republic.
MEN:
Tom Pidcock (Great Britain) | A regular in the Tour de France road race, Pidcock is also among the most well-known and well-respected pro cyclists in UCI mountain biking. In winning gold at Paris, he overcame not only a tire puncture during the men’s cross country race but also overcame a case of COVID that forced him to abandon the Tour de France just two weeks earlier. Having also won the event in Tokyo in 2020, his remarkable Paris comeback made him the first back-to-back gold medalist in mountain biking since 2008.
Nino Schurter (Switzerland) | At 38 years old, Shurter is a 10-time cross-country world champion who has been around both the UCI circuit and the Olympics for some time. The first man to hold nine World Cup titles, he’s also taken home gold, silver, and bronze Olympic medals at the 2016, 2012, and 2008 Games respectively. In total, he’s tallied 36 individual wins in World Cup competition.
Alan Hatherly (South Africa) | The bronze medalist in Paris 2024, Hatherly is a 28 year old who placed 26th at the 2016 Games in Rio and 8th place at the 2020 Games in Tokyo. His rise in recent years included two first place finishes and two second place finishes in World Cup competition in 2023. This season so far, in addition to his Olympic medal, Hatherly has netted five podium World Cup finishes, including two golds.
Victor Koretzky (France) | This three-time Olympian stepped onto the podium in his home country as the 2024 Paris Games’ silver medalist in men’s mountain biking. That was after finishing 10th at the 2016 Rio Games and fifth at the 2020 Tokyo Games. A three-time men’s relay world champion, Koretzky’s individual achievements in recent years include the XCO bronze medal in the 2021 world championships and silver in XCC competition at the 2024 world championships.
Christopher Blevins (USA) | A two-time Olympian, Blevins (26 years old) finished 13th in this summer’s Paris Games and 14th in Tokyo in 2020. Both a road cyclist and mountain biker, Blevins chose to focus on the latter in the lead up to the 2020 Olympics. Since that decision, he’s met with considerable success, rising to first place in XCC competition at the 2021 UCI World Championships and first in XCO World Cup competition that same year in Snowshoe, West Virginia. He was also first in the 2022 XCC World Cup in Snowshoe and first in this 2024 season in XCO World Cup competition in Mairipora, Brazil. That in addition to numerous podium finishes in World Cup races in the last several years.
Riley Amos (USA) | Though Amos finished just seventh at the 2024 Paris Games, he’s otherwise been showing the world something truly special this season. At just 22 years old, he’s blowing the field away at UCI mountain biking events, finishing first in all the XCO World Cups so far and first in four out of five XCC World Cups. Besides the outright wins, he’s got just one XCC second place finish so far this year.
Simon Andreassen (Denmark) | With consistent showings on XCO events, Andreassen was considered a big talent in mountain biking even before he made history at the 2016 Rio Games as the youngest rider ever to compete at the Olympics. After his first World Cup win in 2020 at Nove Mesto in the Czech Republic, health issues impeded his further progress until this year when he placed first in Araxa Brazil’s XCO race and third at Les Gets in France. After his 12th place finish at the 2024 Paris Games, the cycling world is anticipating there’s more to come.
• FOOD | Enter the Expo where you’ll find a mix of delicious food and beverage options sure to suit everyone’s taste.
• STADIUM | The Expo continues into the Stadium with open Paddocks, Elite Teams, and spectator areas at the start and finish line.
• EXHIBITORS | An exciting mix of unique crafts, exclusive merchandise, and live entertainment. Experience the Adirondack atmosphere, there’s something for everyone. (Exhibitors include: Julbo Eyewear, Bivo, Class 4 Designs, JAKROO Custom Apparel, Skida Headwear & Accessories, Concept2, Bike ADK, BETA, High Peaks Cyclery, Placid Planet Bicycles, The Wild Center, Northern Forest Center, NYSEF, Adirondack Council, National Outdoor Leadership School, Adirondack Sports Council, North Country Sports Council, Adirondack Rail Trail Association, Paul Smith’s College, and more…)
• ENTERTAINMENT | Along with world-class mountain bikers, two powerhouse New York City based drumlines will electrify the crowd with thunderous, thrilling, and culturally rich performances.
LIVE MUSIC:
SATURDAY (9/28), Fogo Azul NYC turns up the heat with their musical roots in Samba, Reggae and Brazilian rhythms, as they deliver their high-energy music and well-choreographed performances filled with the joy and intensity of a Brazilian Carnaval.
SUNDAY (9/29), NYAD, also known as the Brooklyn Alliance Drumline, a family centered, award winning, champion performance group that that spreads positivity and teamwork while helping their young musicians build motivation and confidence to be the best students and individuals they can be, will create an unforgettable atmosphere as they deliver awe-inspiring performances filled with vibrant rhythms.
WOODSMAN:
SATURDAY (9/28), Paul Smith’s College Woodsmen Team will be featured in the Adirondack Zone. This co-ed team and club from Paul Smith’s College will demonstrate their skills in the following competitive disciplines such as bow saw, crosscut, single buck, log rolling, pole climbing, axe throw, splitting, underhand chop vertical chop and more.
RAPTOR SHOW:
ALL WEEKEND LONG, Adirondack Raptors with Mark Manske will be featured in the ADK Zone. This educational experience features captive raptors and teaches the importance of birds of prey in the environment, along with the need for their management and protection of the local raptor populations.
FACE PAINTING:
SATURDAY (9/28), Pipsqueak the Clown will be in the Kid’s Area offering free face painting for the little ones.
CARICATURE ARTIST:
ALL WEEKEND LONG, Professional artist and celebrated “Renaissance Man,” Joe Ferris, will be featured in the ADK Zone and VIP Areas, providing free caricature portraits.
• THULE BIKE CHECK | Provided FREE of charge courtesy of THULE, and located at the entrance of the EXPO Village, a bike check will be available for those who wish to ride to the event. Similar to a bag or coat check, your bike will be tagged, and you will receive a corresponding number.
The WHOOP UCI Mountain Biking World Series weekend includes an Open Marathon on Saturday, September 28, a 50 km / 31 mi (2 x 25 km) amateur race on the same course that the professionals will tackle over 100 km (about 62 mi) on the next day.
The course winds through the iconic Olympic cross country ski trails featuring staggering elevation changes and technical obstacles, testing rider strength, agility, and focus. This layout provides a front row seat where spectators can see the race unfold before their eyes and riders can hear the cheers and roars of the crowd, creating an electric atmosphere.
From the village of Lake Placid to the competition venue guests can experience world class competition and historic venues, outdoor recreation, unique attractions, and the Adirondack-themed festival with live music. Join us in Lake Placid, two-time Olympic host city, and experience it for yourself!
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The BETA Community Bike Jam will bring the excitement of the UCI Mountain Bike World Series to Main Street, Lake Placid!
This free community celebration of bicycling coincides with the start of the UCI Mountain Bike World Series on Friday, September 27 from 4:00pm – 7:30pm at the NBT Lot and Mid’s Park on Main Street in Lake Placid, and will feature the Krusher Stunt Show, Team Demos, and Live Music!
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The Venue
Mt Van Hoevenberg is a symbol of sportsmanship, endurance, and the competitive spirit. Recreational mountain biking has long been a feature of Mt Van Hoevenberg, and this UCI Mountain Bike World Series event marks the debut of a world-class professional mountain biking competition at this historic site, known for hosting Nordic skiing and sliding sports events during the 1932 and 1980 Winter Olympic Games. Adding mountain biking to an already-packed winter sports World Cup calendar further solidifies Lake Placid as a year-round destination for elite global competition and training.
First Floor opens to the public 1 hour before training each day and closes 1 hour after the day’s last event.
Opens 1 hour before training each day, offering exclusive UCI Mountain Bike World Series merchandise and all your souvenir and tech wear needs.
Open 9am-5pm, offering indoor climbing in 1 hour blocks every hour. Tickets only available online as an add-on when purchasing UCI Event Tickets, or on-site during the event.
(Subject to availability and may sell out, we strongly recommend purchasing in advance or immediately upon arrival to the event.)
Open 10am-5pm. Tickets only available online as an add-on when purchasing UCI Event Tickets, or on-site during the event.
(Subject to availability and may sell out, we strongly recommend purchasing in advance or immediately upon arrival to the event.)
Limited accessible public restrooms are located on the first floor of the Mountain Pass Lodge along with ample accessible portable restrooms outside.
First Aid will be located near the entrance/exit of the EXPO Village.
Guest Services and Lost and Found will be located near the entrance/exit of the EXPO Village.
For a safe and secure experience, bag/cooler checks are at all entrances during events at Mt Van Hoevenberg. Thank you for your understanding as we prioritize visitor safety.
ACCEPTABLE ITEMS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
• Chairs
• Backpacks
• Cooloers
• Bikes (there is a FREE Bike Check courtesy of THULE)
• Blankets
• Noisemakers
• Cameras
• Hiking Shoes
PROHIBITED ITEMS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
• Glass Containers
• Alcohol
• Firearms
• Explosive And/Or Incendiary Devices
• Noxious Material
• Electronic Stun Guns
• Assault-Type Items Or Devices
• Edged Weapons
• Nuisance Items & Devices
• Restraining Type Items & Devices
• Miscellaneous Items Deemed Inappropriate By Security Staff
Parking & Shuttle
Mt Van Hoevenberg is offering complimentary parking options and shuttle service for this event.
(All spectators without VIP or Accessible Parking should expect to walk approximately 1/2 mile (800 meters) from the UCI Tickets / Shuttle Drop-Off Zone to the main entry of the Event Expo. For guests who have limited mobility or need assistance, accessible shuttle service can be provided – please ask an attendant at the UCI Tickets / Shuttle Drop-Off Zone)
(Click the image above to view or print as a downloadable Hi-Res PDF)
Located on-site at Mt Van Hoevenberg and included with the purchase of VIP Tickets. (No Overnight Parking Allowed)
SATURDAY (9/28) | Located at both the North Elba Athletic Fields and the Olympic Jumping Complex, with complimentary shuttle service running in a continuous loop between the lots and Mt Van Hoevenberg from 8:30AM – 7:00PM. (No Overnight Parking Allowed, Shuttles Do Not Have Bike Racks)
SUNDAY (9/29) | Located at both the North Elba Athletic Fields and the Olympic Jumping Complex in Lake Placid, with complimentary shuttle service running in a continuous loop between the lots and Mt Van Hoevenberg from 7:00AM – 5:00PM. (No Overnight Parking Allowed, Shuttles Do Not Have Bike Racks)
Running in a continuous loop between Miracle Plaza at the Olympic Center in downtown Lake Placid and Mt Van Hoevenberg.
HOURS:
SATURDAY (9/28): 8:30AM – 7:00PM
SUNDAY (9/29): 7:00AM – 5:00PM
Located adjacent to the Mountain Pass Lodge | Drive through the UCI Tickets / Drop-Off Zone to acquire your parking pass.
Free courtesy of THULE | Located at the entrance of the EXPO Village. A bike check will be available should you wish to ride to the event and check your bike. Like a bag or coat check, your bike will be tagged and you will be given a corresponding number to your bike.
Plan Your Trip
While visiting the Olympic Region, be sure to take in all the Adirondacks have to offer. Explore scenic hiking trails, ride the famous mountain coaster at Mt Van Hoevenberg, take a scenic drive up the Whiteface Veterans’ Memorial Highway to the castle, or visit one of the greatest winter Olympic collections at the Lake Placid Olympic Museum. After a day of discovery and exploration, unwind in the charming village of Lake Placid, filled with local shops, pubs, and restaurants.
For Lake Placid Olympic Sites adventures and activities visit:
(Tip: If you are visiting multiple Olympic Sites – consider the Lake Placid Legacy Sites Passport)
Looking for lodging options, mountain bike trail information, questions about parking your RV, visit our local destination website:
Get Involved
There are many ways to be involved with this exciting event as a volunteer.
BENEFITS INCLUDE: Same Day Event Credential for a single four-hour shift –OR– Full Event Credential for two or more four-hour shifts – One ORDA Voucher for each four-hour shift worked – UCI Trucker Hat – On-Site Parking – Food and Beverage during shift.
(Click the button below to learn more and apply to be a volunteer)
Interested in sponsoring this event, or other sponsorship opportunities tailored to your needs?
(Click the button below to launch our Sponsorship Opportunities Page)
Interested in having your brand participate in the event’s Expo Village?
• UNPARALLELED EXPOSURE | Activation and engagement opportunities with a passionate audience of mountain biking enthusiasts, athletes, and spectators.
• PRIME LOCATION | The Expo Village is strategically positioned near the entrance to the race course and the entrance to the venue, ensuring high foot traffic and maximum visibility for your brand.
• ENGAGING ACTIVITIES | Enhance your brand experience with product demonstrations, giveaways, and more, to captivate visitors and leave a lasting impression.
• NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES | Connect with industry professionals, athletes, and potential customers to establish valuable connections and partnerships.
• TARGETED MARKETING | Leverage the event’s marketing efforts to reach a highly targeted audience interested in outdoor activities, mountain biking, and fitness.
(Click the button below to fill out the Exhibitor Application Form)
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