King Ridge: Grasshopper #5
About
Ride Details
We’re going to do ALL the cool roads. Not really, but definitely the Greatest Hits in the WestPole. We’ll celebrate the Series Finale with a 3 segment (2 for the short course) all-road adventure. Bohemian Hwy-Joy Rd.-Coleman Valley-Meyers Grade-Fort Ross-Kruse (dirt)-Hauser Bridge-King Ridge. If you know theses roads, you can feel the goosebumps! If not, you’re in for a treat to some of the best riding in the world.
Categories
Grasshoppers have always been about adventure, exploration and pushing your limits. All Hopper routes are open and riders must obey all traffic laws and rules. See RULES OF ENGAGEMENT
Prizes: Podium top 3 in all categories for the LONG COURSE ONLY. There will be awards top 3 in short course Overall M/F. Not per age group. Riders competing for series points must do long course with King Ridge.
Bike/Tires
This a classic Hopper road stage. The only dirt/gravel section is Kruse Ranch Rd. which can easily be done on a road bike. Whether you are on a road or gravel bike we’d recommend 30/32 c slicks for the day.
Multi-Participant Discount
Carts with three or more people get you 5% off per rider. No code needed.
Watcha' Get
- A crazy hard, super fun adventure with 500 of your closest cycling buddies!
- Two Skratch hydration and nutrition feed zones
- Awesome prizes at the finish from our generous sponsors
- Event timing
- Emergency Medical Support en route
- Cold Guayaki, Sierra Nevada beer
- Lunch
- Unforgettable stories of adventure!
Register
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Registration Closes May 5, 2025Pro Men$201.85$185 + $16.85 Movemint FeeSaturday, May 10, 2025
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Registration Closes May 5, 2025Pro Women$201.85$185 + $16.85 Movemint FeeSaturday, May 10, 2025
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Registration Closes May 5, 2025Junior (U19) Men$100.88$92 + $8.88 Movemint FeeSaturday, May 10, 2025
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Registration Closes May 5, 2025Junior Women$100.88$92 + $8.88 Movemint FeeSaturday, May 10, 2025
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Registration Closes May 5, 2025Non Binary$201.85$185 + $16.85 Movemint FeeSaturday, May 10, 2025
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Registration Closes May 5, 202519-29 Men$201.85$185 + $16.85 Movemint FeeSaturday, May 10, 2025
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Registration Closes May 5, 202530-39 Men$201.85$185 + $16.85 Movemint FeeSaturday, May 10, 2025
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Registration Closes May 5, 202540-49 Men$201.85$185 + $16.85 Movemint FeeSaturday, May 10, 2025
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Registration Closes May 5, 202550-59 Men$201.85$185 + $16.85 Movemint FeeSaturday, May 10, 2025
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Registration Closes May 5, 202560+ Men$201.85$185 + $16.85 Movemint FeeSaturday, May 10, 2025
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Registration Closes May 5, 202519-29 Women$201.85$185 + $16.85 Movemint FeeSaturday, May 10, 2025
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Registration Closes May 5, 202530-39 Women$201.85$185 + $16.85 Movemint FeeSaturday, May 10, 2025
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Registration Closes May 5, 202540-49 Women$201.85$185 + $16.85 Movemint FeeSaturday, May 10, 2025
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Registration Closes May 5, 202550-59 Women$201.85$185 + $16.85 Movemint FeeSaturday, May 10, 2025
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Registration Closes May 5, 202560+ Women$201.85$185 + $16.85 Movemint FeeSaturday, May 10, 2025
Series Passes
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Series Pass
28th Annual! The World’s First and Longest Running Gravel/Mixed-Terrain Adventure Series
5 Gravel, Pavé, MTB, Mixed-Terrain Adventure Rides and Races
2025 Pricing:
$650 (Save $150) by registering for the Series Pass
What’s a Hopper?
We’ve always counted on riders to describe a Hopper. But here’s what we’ve come up with: “Grasshoppers are eclectic mixed-terrain (yes there’s lots of “gravel” but in NorCal that doesn’t really sum up the terrain) adventure rides and races created to push riders to the limit without pushing them over”. And to take ya’ll to really cool places and shred on two wheels!Ride or Race?
Yes! It’s up to you. We have a podium for top 3 in all categories, but if you’re in for the adventure and exploration, we say “ride on”.How do I compete for the Series overall?
Series Points: Overall Points Leaders will be calculated in the following manner: 1st 60pts. 2nd 55 pts, 3rd 51 pts. 4th 48 pts. 5th 46 pts. 6th 45 pts. 7th 44 pts. (-1 per placing to 1 pt.). The rider with the most points at the end of the series will be the winner. Your top 4 finishes will count towards your final standing. All riders who wish to compete for the Hopper Super Hero King of the Universe title in their age groups must finish at least 4 Hoppers. If you do all 5 your lowest result will be dropped. For Series Points riders must do the long course in Huffmaster and Ukiah-Mendo Epic and King Ridge. You must also attend the Series Finale King Ridge on May 10 in order to be eligible for the Series Overall Podium.Lake Sonoma MTB will be +5 points towards series overall in all categories. ie. 1st=65, 2nd=60 etc.
Can I transfer my entry to another rider?
No. Riders who purchase the discounted Series Pass may not sell or transfer their entries to individual Hoppers. Individual entries may be transferred to another rider via Movemint. Fee is $10.
Series pass includes:
● Low Gap: Grasshopper #1
● Huffmaster: Grashopper #2
● Lake Sonoma MTB: Grasshopper #3
● Ukiah Mendo Gravel Epic: Grasshopper #4
● King Ridge: Grasshopper #5
Course Maps
Event Location
Duncan Mills, CASponsors
