OMBC Series Race #11

The OMBC Series heads to southwest Ohio for Race #11. Baileys plays host to this rip-roarin’ mountain bike race, bringing riders to an extensive trail network that serves up a little bit of everything—from flowing singletrack and fast descents to technical climbs and rocky, root-strewn challenges.

Whether you're chasing speed or testing your skills, this diverse course sets the stage for an unforgettable day of racing.

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HOOTENANNY 100

Race Details

Everything you need to know before heading to the start line.

Race Start
Saturday, October 17
9:00 AM

100K & 50K

Packet Pickup
Saturday, October 17
8:00 – 8:50 AM

Race morning

Racer Limit
200

Total race entries

KNOW THE COURSE

Course Maps

Get familiar with the trails, distance, and terrain before race day. Explore your course below.

31 Miles
50K Course

The 50K course covers approximately 31 miles through the Bailey's Trail System.

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62 Miles
100K Course

The 100K course covers approximately 62 miles through the Bailey's Trail System.

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31 mi 50K Distance
62 mi 100K Distance
Bailey's Trail System
HOOTENANNY 100

Registration

Registration Pricing

Registration Period
100K
50K
September 1 – September 30
$100
$80
October 1 – October 16
$120
$90
After October 16 at 9:00 PM / Race Day
$140
$100
JUNIOR PRICING Juniors ages 10–18 receive 50% off the applicable registration rate.

100K Categories

Men’s Open Women's Open Men's 50+ Women's 50+ Singlespeed Men's 60+ Clydesdale 200lbs+ Juniors 15–18 Juniors 10–14

50K Categories

Men's Open Women's Open Men's 50+ Women's 50+ Singlespeed Men's 60+ Clydesdale 200lbs+ Juniors 15–18 Juniors 10–14

Online registration closes October 16 at 9:00 PM. Race day registration is available at the late registration rates.

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RACE DAY

Saturday, October 17

Race Schedule & Events

8:00 AM – 8:50 AM
PRE-RACE

Packet Pickup

9:00 AM
RACE START

100K & 50K

Both races start at 9:00 AM.

11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
FOOD

A&B Burgers

A&B Burgers will be at the Hootenanny 100 from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
BEER & FUNDRAISER

Jackie O’s Brews

Jackie O’s brews will be free to racers beginning at High Noon. Family and friends of legal age are welcome, but are encouraged to make a generous donation to Athens Bike Club in support of the trails.

12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
LIVE MUSIC

Bluegrass & Old Time Music

Live music by “Acorn Stump Band.”

12:30 PM
AWARDS

50K Awards Presentation

All categories.

2:00 PM
AWARDS

100K Awards Presentation

All categories.

5:00 PM
EVENT CLOSE

Food & Vendors Close

LIVE MUSIC

Acorn Stump at the Hootenanny

Live music, good company, and a great way to celebrate the Hootenanny finish.

Acorn Stump performing at the Hootenanny
Acorn Stump performing live
NOON – 4:00 PM

Live Music by Acorn Stump

Acorn Stump will be playing live at the Hootenanny from approximately noon to 4:00 PM. In addition to the instruments featured in the photos, the band will also be bringing a fiddle and mandolin for an afternoon of live music.

HOOTENANNY 100

Aid Station Information

Course support and cutoff information for 100K and 50K riders.

Aid Stations

There will be two full-service aid station locations on the course. The 100K course passes through Utah Ridge Pond twice, so it serves as both Aid Station 1 and Aid Station 3.

  • 100K riders will pass through three aid-station stops: Utah Ridge Pond at miles 15 and 47, and Car Bailey Road at mile 31.
  • 50K riders will have one aid station on course: Utah Ridge Pond.
  • Utah Ridge Pond serves as Aid Station 1 at mile 15 and Aid Station 3 at mile 47.
  • Car Bailey Road serves as Aid Station 2 at mile 31 and is exclusive to 100K riders.

Cutoff Times

The Hootenanny 100 cutoff at Aid Station 3, Utah Ridge Pond (mile 47), is 5:00 PM. The final course cutoff is 6:00 PM.

2027 UPDATE

Hootenanny 100 & the NUE Marathon Series

The Hootenanny 100 is considering joining the NUE Marathon Series in 2027. More details will be announced as plans develop.

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MAKE A WEEKEND OF IT

Plan Your Hootenanny Weekend

Hootenanny takes you to the heart of southeast Ohio and the Baileys Trail System. Come for the race, stay for the trails, food, scenery, and Appalachian hospitality.

Racing at Hootenanny? Give yourself an extra day and experience southeast Ohio.
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