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. This 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
NOTE:
The GRiT course preview at Madras is only available to registered student-athletes and coaches.
The course is open to the public for riding beginning at 5:30 PM on Friday and 6:00 PM on Saturday.
Riders and coaches must have a race plate in order to participate in the GRiT ride.
Course Preview Ride Options
Spicy: Pre-ride 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.
Mild: Open to all student-athletes who would like to pre-ride at a more relaxed pace with a few anticipated stops to regroup and the option to session/re-ride 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 pre-ride earlier in the day with their team.
Social Ride: Let's hear it for student-athletes looking to ride at a conversational pace and connect with friends from other teams! Everyone is welcome in this group. We will stop as needed to regroup, take selfies, and share snacks.
GRiT Tent Activities
At every race venue, our GRiT Tent is a hub for girls and women to connect, share stoke, and support each other. The GRiT Tent is open to all female and female identifying riders, moms, and girl siblings. Note that girls must be in 5th - 12th grade to participate in GRiT rides, but the tent is open for all girls and women. Parents, please supervise your children younger than 5th grade.
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.