The United Riders of Cumberland is a registered non-profit society that manages and advocates for the Cumberland trail network.

If you’ve been watching these reels and wondering, “Okay... but which category would I actually ride?”
Here’s the rundown.

Youth (Under 14)
A great place for younger riders who are newer to biking or racing. It’s a shorter, more approachable course, but if they’re feeling confident, they’re welcome to sign up for any category that matches their ability.

Cruiser
Perfect if you’re newer to mountain biking or racing, or you just don’t feel like going full gas all day. If you’re comfortable on blue flow trails and want to challenge yourself without taking things too seriously, this is probably your category. Three stages, about 12 km.

Giver
You’ve got some experience under your belt and you’re ready to push a little harder. Blues are your happy place, with a bit of black thrown in for fun. Four stages, around 15–20 km.

Full Send
You came to race. You love going fast, you’re comfortable on black diamond trails, and you’re looking for the biggest challenge of the day. Five stages, 20–25 km, including an extra black diamond stage.

Full Send Masters (40+)
New this year! If you’re 40 or older and racing Full Send, you’ll also be scored in the Masters category.

Party Pace
Honestly... this one might be my favourite. No timing chip, no pressure, no racing the clock. Just grab your riding buddies, cruise the trails, cheer everyone on and have an awesome day. Any non-motorized bike is welcome, including Class 1 e-bikes.

One of my favourite things about Coal Town Throwdown is that it really isn’t just for racers. Whether you’re trying your first enduro, chasing a podium, or just looking for an excuse to spend a day riding bikes with an incredible group of women, there’s a place for you.

So... what category are you signing up for? Or better yet, tag your riding crew and tell me who’s riding what.

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