2026 RVA Underground Spring XCO Race Series

USA CYCLING PERMIT #11316

The RVA Underground Spring XCO Race Series is back for 2026—bigger, faster, and rowdier than ever. Launched in 2021, this USAC-sanctioned series has drawn riders from VA, NC, WV, PA, and beyond with its unique courses, tight community, and pathway to Nationals to be held in Roanoke, VA in 2026.

DATES & LOCATIONS

• March 7 – March MudMess @ Falling Creek Park, Bedford, VA – This course is a blazing fast ~3 miles with ~310’ of elevation gain per lap: MMM COURSE MAP
• March 21 – Escape Leakes Mill @ Leakes Mill Park, Goochland, VA – This is the XCO course that started it all at ~3 miles with ~320’ of elevation gain per lap: LMP COURSE MAP
• March 28 – Battle on the Ridge @ Blue Ridge School, Mayo, VA
• April 04 – Punch the Unicorn @ Panorama Farm, Earlysville, VA – This XCO course is NOT for the faint of heart with ~3 miles and ~525’ of elevation gain per lap, it’s out to crush your soul: PTU COURSE MAP

This is a USA Cycling (USAC) Sanctioned Competitive Race Series

• ALL racers MUST hold a USAC annual or purchase a one-day license!
• ALL 4 races are USAC qualifying opportunities for Nationals.
• ALL 4 races allow you to earn USAC points for Nationals.