Join us for an epic adventure starting in Ukiah, CA and winding its way through the amazing hidden landscapes of Mendocino County. This new Hopper mostly takes place on private Mendocino Redwoods property, offering a one-time opportunity to explore new terrain. With three course options, this event offers something for every level of rider.
With three routes to choose from this is guaranteed to be a “Proper Hopper” regardless of your fitness. This year riders will roll out on their own from Todd Grove Park and stage at Ukiah High School where we will start in waves. The race starts with a 1,900 ft climb over 8 miles before heading down to Wolly Pass for the Long and Medium course or Miller Ridge for the short course. At mile 16 the “Mediano” course heads back to Ukiah via the Masonite Rd while the “Mero Mero” course takes the Masonite Rd. west for 16 miles to Hwy 128. From here the course meanders on smooth tarmac through the majestic redwoods up to Comptche and east back to Low Gap Rd. At mile 51 riders join Low Gap Rd and follow the same classic dirt route back to Miller Ridge and the Masonite Rd as the classic “Low Gap” Grasshopper.
NOTE: This route is only open to registered riders on the day of the event and the weekend before, as a majority of the course rides through private property with a limited-use permit.