MAXXIS ESC Cannondale Enduro Series Race at Otis Mountain, NY
September 19-20, 2026
ONSITE REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE
EVERYTHING ONSITE IS CASH ONLY
NO ATMs ONSITE
Otis Mountain Recreation Area in Elizabethtown, New York, offers a rich backdrop for mountain biking for our first Cannondale at this venue.
Originally, Otis was a local ski hill, built in the 1940s. Otis Mountain is now a privately owned, multi-use recreational destination spanning over 600 acres. The Barkeater Trails Alliance (BETA)helps with the trails. Otis has a network of trails for non-motorized public use, trail running, winter sports, and community gatherings (including the annual Otis Mountain Get Down music festival).
Otis Mountain features classic Adirondack terrain with varied elevation across two summits, technical rock gardens, views of the Giant Mountain Wilderness Area, a waterfall, a beaver pond and a nesting spot for many herons.So, fellow racers, don’t miss out on the opportunity to be a part of this unforgettable event. Register now and secure your spot in the race of a lifetime. Get ready to push the boundaries, defy gravity, and experience the rush like never before. The countdown has begun – see you at the starting line!
ANY ACTION TO GIVE A RACER AN UNFAIR ADVANTAGE AS DEEMED BY THE ESC CAN RESULT IN A DISQUALIFICATION
Deviating from the intended race trail, cutting corners, or passing course tape can result in immediate disqualification. Course tape may come down during the race, however racers are expected to know the intended course and must stay on it.
If you accidentally run off-course, you must re-enter the trail at the exact same point where you exited before continuing your run.
Due to venue and ESC environmental concerns, tear-offs are not allowed at any Maxxis ESC event.
RACERS WILL HAVE 4 HOURS TO COMPLETE THE COURSE FROM THEIR STARTING TIME
Schedule:
Friday
No Registration – Race Stages Marked
Saturday
9:00am – 1:00pm Registration
9:00am – 5:00pm Open Practice
11:00am – 12U Ride meets at the ESC tents
11:00am – Women’s Group Ride meets at the ESC tents
Sunday
8:30am – 8:45am Late Registration
8:50am – 12U and 14U Start and race on 3-4-1-2 in that order
9:00am – 11:00am Chip Activation by class at the Maxxis ESC Registration Tents.
Cannondale Enduro Series
• Racers must start by having their timing chips activated at the Maxxis ESC Tents with their class and at the assigned time. If a racer misses their class starting times, they will incur a time penalty or disqualification.
• Final Class Results will be posted 5 minutes after the last racer finishes in each class.
• Each racer’s time and current positioning will be available as soon as they finish.
• We will award medals and prizes at our tents 15 minutes after the Final Class Results have been posted.
• No Reruns unless the course is closed during your race run.
The race stages will be open exclusively for registered Maxxis Eastern States Cup racers from Friday to Sunday.
Emergency phone contact number: 518-637-7101
TIMING CHIPS WILL BE TURNED ON BY CLASS JUST BEFORE THE START SUNDAY MORNING – (Racers who fail to do so will not have their times registered)
ONSITE FOOD: CASH ONLY
- Main Grill & Kitchen: Serving classic burgers, hot dogs, fresh pizza, cold drinks, and homemade baked goods throughout the day.
- Morning & Coffee Station: Fuel up each morning with fresh coffee and hot breakfast sandwiches from a local coffee shop partner.
CAMPING: CASH ONLY
Come for a weekend of camping and racing at the third stop of the Cannondale ESC Enduro.
Camping spots are available for $30 each for the weekend. If you are bringing an RV or require additional space, please reserve the appropriate number of spots.
If you have a trailer or RV please park in the marked area. NOTE: There are no RV hookups, though portable toilets will be available on-site.
Camping will be open: Friday: 10:00am – Sunday Afternoon
If you arrive outside of these designated times, you may be asked to move your setup.
No Open Fires – Solo Stove types are ok
Quiet hours 7pm -10am daily
Other Lodging / Food Options:
The Park Motor Inn is a charming, vintage, motel-style property in Elizabethtown
The Halfway House Hotel and Restaurant is about 1 mile away
The Deer’s Head Inn is about 2 miles away
Stewarts is in town for gas, convenience food, and ice cream
Cannondale Enduro Races remaining in 2026
Sept 27 Jiminy Peak, MA Showdown*
Oct 18 Arrowhead, NH**
2026 Cannondale Enduro Race Classes
CANNONDALE E-BIKE
KIDS 12U
ENDURO LITE
YOUTH 14U
JUNIOR BOYS 16U
20U
21-29
30-39
40-49
MASTERS 50+
AMATEUR WOMEN
PRO WOMEN
PRO MEN
Important Notice for Pro Racers: The Pro Class field is locked at 1:00 pm Saturday. This means no new registrations or transfers into the Pro Classes will be accepted after this time.
Racers may make one class change per season and no points will carry over to the new class when a racer upgrades or downgrades their class.
MAXXIS ESC Racing Age is the racers age on December 31, 2026
NO Racing License Required
RACE FEES – Include Trail Passes
Once activated, Racers mustn’t allow their Race chips to idle near the start or finish beacons; the chips will constantly read the times broadcast by the beacons. The timing chips have a capacity of 100 time stamps and will quickly run out of space. After reading 100 time stamps, the timing chip will no longer read any more times. As a result, no times will be recorded, and you will be declared a DNF.
Enduro Racers MUST hand in their timing chips within 15 minutes after finishing the last stage or they will be penalized 1 minute. After 30 minutes, racers will be DQ’d from the event
Racers MUST be present at the Series Final Award Ceremonies or at the Race Award Ceremony to Receive Awards and/or Cash Payouts!
Men’s and Women’s Pro Race Payouts:
1st = $600
2nd = $300
3rd = $200
4th = $100
5th = $50
Men’s and Women’s Pro Series Payouts:
1st = $1200
2nd = $ 600
3rd = $ 400
4th = $200
5th – $100
Important Notice for Pro Racers: The Pro Class field is locked at 1:00 pm Saturday. This means no new registrations or transfers into the Pro Classes will be accepted after this time.
MAXXIS ESC Number Plates:
Important Information About Race Plates: All riders practicing or racing on the course must display a valid 2026 MAXXIS ESC number plate.
Here’s what you need to know:
- Purchase Your Plate: You can buy a 2026 MAXXIS ESC number plate for $10 (CASH ONLY) at any race. This plate is good for the entire season.
- Valid Plates Only: Only riders with a registered and valid 2026 plate are allowed on the course.
- Keep it Pristine: Do not modify your number plate in any way. This includes cutting, altering the lettering, or covering logos. Any changes will result in disqualification.
Racers MUST be present at the Race Award Ceremony to receive Race Awards and/or Cash Payouts!
YOUTH 14U CLASS Stages 3-4-1-2 in that order
- The 14U Class will do the same stages and in the same order as the 12U Kids’ Class
- The 14U Class will have guides at most events. Racers must stay with the guides during the Race
- Racers must be 14 or younger on December 31, 2026 to be eligible.
- The 14U Class will compete on fewer race sections. Our Enduro Staff will conduct a course ride along on Saturday, times vary by venue so make sure to check. Meet at the Registration Tents. The above may be adjusted, so please check with us at Registration. No parents may ride with or run behind their children unless they are registered racers – NO EXCEPTIONS
12U KIDS’ CLASS Stages 3-4-1-2 in that order
- In the Enduro, racers in this class will compete in fewer race segments than other racers.
- This is the for the FUN Class!!
- The 12U Kids Class will compete on fewer race sections. Our Enduro Staff will conduct a course ride along on Saturday, times vary by venue so make sure to check.. Meet at the Registration Tents. The above may be adjusted, so please check with us at Registration. Parents may not ride with or run behind their children unless they are registered racers – NO EXCEPTIONS
Racers must be 12 or younger on December 31, 2026 to be eligible.
Cannondale E-Bike Class
Any E-bike that can exceed Class 1 Specifications will be considered a Class 3 bike and will NOT be allowed to participate in our events.
- Only Cannondale E-Bike Class racers may use an E-bike during official practice hours on transfers or race sections.
- Non-registered Cannondale E-Bike Class racers may not use an E-Bike on transfers or race sections during official practice hours.
- At events where E-Bikes are not allowed, they may not be used on transfers or race sections during official practice hours. Non-registered E-Bike Class racers may not use an E-Bike on transfers or race sections during official practice hours.
- Any E-bike that can exceed Class 1 Specifications will be considered a Class 3 bike and will NOT be allowed to participate in our events
Racers MUST be present at the Race Award Ceremony to Receive Awards and/or Cash Payouts!
The race stages will be open exclusively for registered Maxxis Eastern States Cup racers from Friday to Sunday.
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- Racers must start with their class and at the assigned time. If a racer misses their class starting times, they will incur a time penalty or disqualification.
- Final Class Results will be posted 5 minutes after the last racer finishes in each class.
- Each racer’s time and current positioning will be available as soon as they finish.
- We will award medals and prizes at our tents 15 minutes after the Final Class Results have been posted.
- No Reruns unless the course is closed during your race run.