Whiskey Run Trails, Coos County, OR
Map to trails: https://goo.gl/maps/5JLMCCiKdUiHz2EH9
ABOUT Whiskey Run Trails:
Purpose-built mountain biking trail system in the Coos County Forest winds through loamy, beautiful old-growth evergreens with views of the Pacific at the trail tops. There’s something for every rider, with trails for all levels from family-friendly/beginner areas to advanced jump lines and Double Black diamond trails. The trail system is located about 12 min (8.4 mi) via US-101 N and Seven Devils Rd. from Bandon, OR & 23 min (17.9 mi) via US-101 S Coos Bay to Whiskey Run. This is a great opportunity to come out and get to know the trails in a fun and supportive environment.
Our celebration of the trails will continue with food, music & beverages on site. Food cart and beer from 7 Devils Brewery will be available for purchase.
Two days of fun biking events on the Southern Oregon Coast!
Saturday, July 22, 2023
9:00 AM Check-in & day of registration
10:30 AM Rides start
10:30 AM-1 PM Rides led by bike club (see below for options).
11:00 AM-3:00 PM Food & beverage garden open for purchase
12:00-12:45 PM Packet pick up & Registration for the Flow Duro Challenge
12:00-2:00 PM Guided Watercolor Workshops w/ Artist, Chris McNally
1:00 PM Pre-Ride of Flow Duro Challenge Course
1:00 – 3:00 PM Trail celebration ~ Music, food & beverage garden
3:00 PM End of Day at trails
5:00-9:00 PM Post-Ride Whiskey Run Trails Celebration & BBQ @ 7 Devils Brewery
SATURDAY RIDE OPTIONS:
$20 + $2 OBRA fee (if not a member)
Whiskey Run Trails, Coos County, OR
Map to trails: https://goo.gl/maps/5JLMCCiKdUiHz2EH9
Advanced Ride
10:30 AM Advanced Cross Country Ride
Full Flight: 20+/- miles, Longer, faster-paced no-drop ride for advanced riders. Are you looking to push your mileage at a good pace with fellow stoked riders? The “advanced ride” is for those who want to keep their wheels (mostly) on the ground and are comfortable on a longer ride at a faster pace. We definitely won’t be racing, but this ride is for those that are confident enough to keep up and enjoy the best of the trail system on all level trails from Green to Black. Guided by Whiskey Run gurus, you will ride in and out of the trees, up and down the slopes, and really get a good taste of what Whiskey has to offer!
Intermediate Ride
11:00 AM Intermediate Ride
Whiskey Sampler: No-drop ride on green and blue trails. 10+/- miles. Ready for a little more, but not yet ready to be the King/Queen of the Mountain? Our intermediate ride is great for enthusiastic riders and those with trail riding experience who want to ride a little faster, but still not get left behind. We will ride at a decent pace enjoying a longer ride on mostly blue (intermediate) and green trails with plenty of stops at crucial intersections to hydrate, chat, and catch your breath. This ride, guided by local enthusiasts, is perfect for those with basic to intermediate mountain biking skills who may not be ready for the entire system but want a good solid ride with good solid people.
Beginner Ride
11:30 AM Beginner Ride
Break the Ice: Easy, no-drop ride for adults. 5+/- miles. This relaxed-paced ride is open for beginner mountain bikers who want to get a taste of the trails at an easy pace, so you don’t need to feel like you’re always having to “keep up.” This ride will venture on both the East and West sides of Whiskey Run and encompass white (very easy), green (easy), and a little bit of blue (intermediate) trails. This no-drop ride will give you a chance to enjoy some of the best of the trails and trees with not too much climbing or difficulty, and plenty of breaks. This group ride is perfect for new-to-mountain biking riders who want a supportive and fun atmosphere to learn new skills.
SATURDAY // CHRIS MCNALLY
12:00-2:00 Artist Chris McNally Guided Watercolor Workshops
Artist and rider Chris McNally, who illustrated the latest Whiskey Run Trail Map, will be onsite leading watercolor demonstrations. Create your own Whisky Run watercolor artwork! Family Friendly Options.
**SATURDAY // WHISKEY RUN CELEBRATION
5:00-9:00 Post-Ride Whiskey Run Trails Celebration & BBQ
7 Devils Brewery & Taphouse 247 S 2nd St, Coos Bay, OR 97420 Join us for the launch of 7 Devils newest beer Gnomewrecker IPA, live music, and an epic BBQ.
Try out the hops grinder bicycle, bring your bike to the tuning station, or join in other fun shenanigans. A portion of proceeds benefits the trails!
Sunday Schedule
7:00 AM Check-in & day of registration
8:15 AM Check-in Closes
9:00 AM Race begins
9:00-1:00 PM Flow Duro Challenge – 2x’s down the race course
11:00 AM-2:30 PM Food & beverage garden open for purchase
*1:30-2:30 PM Awards Ceremony *or within 45 minutes of the race finish
2:30 PM End of Day
“Flow Duro Challenge” – Sun. July 23
$40 + $5 OBRA fee (if not a member)
A fun, fast pace, timed competition down a flowy black diamond trail. Racers will be placed in divisions by age and class and have two timed runs on the trail. The Flow Duro Challenge takes place on Gnome Wrecker + Gnome Wrecker Extension, winner will be the best of 2 laps. This trail is fast, flows well, and will keep you on your toes. There is a mix of traditional loam tread, mixed flowing contour, and steeper grades. Look for drops, roots, & steep fadeaways. ¾ mile trail, 378 ft. descent, average time is approx. 4:00 minutes.
We will have packet pick up and registration on Saturday, July 22nd from 12-12:45 PM for the Flow Duro Challenge. There will be a Pre-Ride of the course on Saturday @ 1 PM.
Here is the link to Trail Forks maps for more information & videos of trail:
https://www.trailforks.com/region/whiskey-run-trails-21273/
Categories:
Expert: Men & Women: 19-31, 32-44, 45+ & Junior 9-13 & 14-18
Sport: Men & Women: 19-31, 32-44, 45+ & Junior 9-13 & 14-18
E-Bikes: Class 1, pedal assist, no throttles allowed.
For this first year, e-bikes will be in their own class. You can choose Expert or Sport. Class will not be split by age or gender.
EVENT BROUGHT TO YOU BY:
Oregon Coast Visitors Association
Bandon Chamber of Commerce
Oregon Rides & Events
SPONSORS:
Wild Rivers Coast Mountain Bicycling Association
Travel Southern Oregon Coast
Wild Rivers Coast Alliance
Oregon´s Adventure Coast
South Coast Bicycles
7 Devils Brewery
CONTACT:
Daniella Crowder, Director
Oregon Rides & Events
Email: Director@OregonRides.com
WHEN IS PACKET PICK UP?
We will have several options for packet pick-up and registration.
Saturday, July 22, 2023
9:00 AM Check-in & Registration at Whiskey Run Trails Parking area (under the event tent).
12:00-12:45 PM Packet pick up & Registration for the Flow Duro Challenge at Whiskey
Run Trails Parking area (under the event tent).
Sunday, July 23, 2023
7:00-8:15 AM Check-in & day of registration for Flow Duro Challenge at Whiskey Run
Trails Parking area (under the event tent).
CAN I REGISTER ON RACE DAY:
Yes, please see the above schedule for packet pick-up.
ARE HELMETS REQUIRED?
Yes, helmets will be required for both events.
WHAT IS THE MINIMUM AGE TO RACE THE FLOW-DURO CHALLENGE?
The minimum age is 9 years old based on the Oregon Bicycle Racing Association guidelines. This is not a race for beginners as the courses are fast & technical and have steep climbs to reach the top where the race begins.
WILL THERE BE A PRE-RIDE OF FLOW-DURO COURSE?
Yes, there will be a Pre-Ride of the course on Saturday @ 1 PM.
DO I HAVE TO DO ALL 3 FLOW DURO CHALLENGE RACES? OR CAN I JUST SIGN UP FOR ONE?
You can sign up for one or all of the Flow Duro Challenges races. You can only be considered for the “Champion of the Dirt Wave Series” if you attend all 3 races.
WHY ARE THERE ONLY 100 SPOTS AVAILABLE IN THE FLOW DURO CHALLENGE RACE?
We are only allowing 100 people to register for the race so we have plenty of time to do 2 timed laps down the race course and need to allow time for climbing back to the top in between.
HOW DO I GET TO THE TRAILS?
Whiskey Run Trails, Coos County, OR
Map to trails: https://goo.gl/maps/5JLMCCiKdUiHz2EH9
WHERE DO I PARK AT THE TRAILS?
On Saturday, the road will be closed for our event. Please show your ticket to the volunteers and/or let them know you are doing a day of registration for the event. You will be parking along the road and in the limited gravel parking areas. On Sunday, the road will not be closed. Park along the side of the road and limited parking in gravel parking areas.
WHERE DO WE STAY?
Coos Bay Area Lodging: Oregon Coast Trips Vacations – Places to Stay
The Bandon Chamber site has links to all lodgings options in the area: https://bandon.com/lodging/
WILL THERE BE FOOD OR DRINKS AVAILABLE?
We will have extra water available for riders at the trailhead. Come prepared with your own water, power bars, snacks, etc. We will have a food cart on site from 11-3 pm on Saturday and 11-2:30 on Sunday for you to purchase food on your own. We will have 7 Devil’s beer on tap for purchase as well.
I AM A BEGINNER RIDER, WHAT SHOULD I SIGN UP FOR?
Our Saturday event has a beginner option. If you have been interested in coming to check out the trails but weren’t sure where to ride, this is the perfect event to have a fun & supportive ¨Guide¨ show you the trails. The Beginner Ride is great for someone new to riding that wants to check out the trails at a mellow pace. Beginner Ride: Easy, no-drop ride for adults. 5+/- miles 11:00 AM Beginner Ride Our Sunday event is for riders who have some technical skills as the course is a black diamond (Advanced) trail. The Whiskey Run Sunday race is not advisable for a beginner rider.
HOW DO I SUPPORT THE LOCAL TRAILS?:
You may donate directly to the Wild Rivers Coast Mountain Biking Association, the local bike club that builds and maintains the trails.
WILL THIS EVENT TAKE PLACE AGAIN NEXT YEAR?
Yes, we have a three-year commitment from the Oregon Coast Visitors Association to grow this event on the Oregon Coast. This first year we wanted to start small with three venues but would like to include more venues in the coming years to showcase the awesome trails we have to offer on the Oregon Coast! If you have a trails system in your area that we should consider for the 2024 “Ride the Dirt Wave Series,” please reach out to: Director@OregonRides.com