Magical madras
Madras East Hills Trail System
North Conference - 9/12/26
South Conference - 9/13/26
Madras East trail system
Location: Madras East Trail System, E Ashwood Rd, Madras, OR 97741
Parking: This event will be staged from the East Hills Trail System, but parking will be located across the street at Juniper Hills Park about 1/4-mile down the road. Look for league signage and our friendly Race Crew to find the start line! Handicapped parking will be available. Please have your decal ready.
We acknowledge that these events occur on the traditional homelands of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, including the Wana Łama (Warm Springs) and Wasq’ú (Wasco) peoples, as well as the Northern Paiute.
Weekend Schedule
Saturday
7:00-8:00 Course preview
7:30 Volunteer shifts begin. See positions here.
7:30 Coach meeting
8:30 - 1:30 Students on course! Races are on, meaning no other cyclists are to be on course.
2:00-4:30 and 5:15-6:00 Course preview for incoming conference
4:30-5:15 GRiT (Girls Riding Together) Ride
Note: Podium awards will take place throughout the day.
Sunday
7:00-8:00 Course preview
7:30 Volunteer shifts begin. See positions here.
7:30 Coach meeting
8:30 - 1:30 Students on course! Races are on, meaning no other cyclists or pedestrians are on course.
1:30 Course teardown
Note: Podium awards will take place throughout the day.
The Course
Riders can plan on approximately 4-mile laps with flowy sections, 445 feet of climbing, and a few very sweet descents. While not super technical this course challenges riders’ ability to keep on pedaling! It’s a fun course with plenty of space to try endurance on for size. As with all our courses, it will be finalized during the week leading up to the race.
Course Preview Schedule
The course preview enables student-athletes time to explore the course prior to their RACE. The goal is not to race during the preview, but to take in the terrain, consider any features, and strategize individual approaches for the actual event.
There are three preview windows available, plus a bonus Last Call window at the end of the day. All windows are coach-led. Access the Course Preview Schedule here.
Please note the ride windows for HS3/Varsity, all student-athletes, and GRiT riders.
Students must ride with a level 2 or 3 coach during the course preview.
Students and coaches must have race plates attached to their bikes while doing the course preview.
Only registered student-athletes and NICA coaches are allowed to be on course during the course preview.
Start Table
Call ups will be released as we get closer to Magical Madras. The below is a representative sample of the Start Time schedule and is subject to change.
Registration & Race Plates
The Oregon League season fee includes registration for this event! No need to do anything else once you’ve signed up for the season.
Each rider is assigned a number plate for the season. You will be using the same race plate for your bike for the whole season. If you lose it, you can replace it for $10 at the merch tent.
GRiT - Girls Riding Together
Calling all female riders, coaches, moms, and mentors…gather up! It’s time to ride!
Friday at 4 and Saturday at 4:30pm
Meet at the GRiT tent at 4:00pm for introductions and to get your ride on. This ride is open to all female riders, women coaches, moms, girls currently in 5th - 12th grade, and their mentors. Male coaches interested in supporting girls and women in mountain biking are welcome to ride with us. Anyone who is not currently a registered NICA rider or coach should fill out the NICA Waiver form prior to the ride. Please take a screenshot of the waiver to show at check in. You do not need a coach from your team to accompany you. Come join the fun and make some new friends!
Coach note: For those coaches interested in participating in the GRiT ride, please gather near the GRiT tent for a coach huddle: Friday at 3:50pm and Saturday at 4:15pm.
Ride Options:
Racer Course Preview - Preview the course at steady pace with minimal stops for regrouping. This group will not session any parts of the course. Racers only please. This ride group is oriented towards returning riders who feel confident riding the course.
General Course Preview - Open to all riders who would like to preview the course at a more relaxed pace with a few anticipated stops to regroup and the option to session/reride any parts of the course that feel tricky. This is a great option for riders new to the Oregon League or riders who already did a preview ride earlier in the day with their team.
Social Ride - Let's hear it for moms, sisters, and racers looking to ride at a conversational pace and connect with friends from other teams! This ride group is all about celebrating our love of the sport and sharing our passion with women and girls in our Oregon League community. Everyone is welcome in this group. We will stop as needed to regroup and there will be coach support to assist riders new to the sport.
GRiT Tent Activities: Friday & Saturday | 3:00 - 5:00pm
We generally have something fun going on in the GRiT tent at each venue. Stop by and hang out!
Open to all Oregon League girls and women coaches.
We kindly request that girls younger than 6th grade be accompanied by a parent who will remain and supervise them.
Volunteer
Our races wouldn't be what they are without our incredible volunteers! If you have a couple hours to spare and want to help make this race happen, sign up online or on-site at the volunteer tent (next to registration). From course marshaling to finish line support to helping stage our riders, we can use your help!
Coach Meeting | Race Day 7:30
Coaches, this is where you’ll get info about the race day, such as risk management, race conditions, and anything else of importance to mention. Sometimes we have to make changes due to weather or other circumstances, so it’s important you’re at the meeting to keep your team and riders informed! Meet near the registration tent.
Camping & Lodging
Free camping (RV and tent) is available on Friday and Saturday night at Juniper Hills Park located directly across the street.
NO FIRES OR OPEN FLAME IN CAMPING AREAS.
Important Notes
No smoking in the team pit or infield areas.
No inappropriate language is allowed in team pit or infield areas.
Any conflicts and/or disputes with any race official or volunteer shall not be dealt with in the team pit area. Violation of this will result in team penalty and/or expulsion from team pit and infield area.
No gasoline generators and no open fires on property.
Keep dogs on leashes and clean up after your dogs.
Pack out all trash. There is no on-site dumpster for refuse.
Venue Map
Coming soon!