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Otis Mountain Cannondale Enduro Series

 Maxxis ESC Cannondale Enduro Series Race at OTIS MOUNTAIN

ELIZABETHTOWN , NY

September 19-20, 2026

USE EXIT 31 FROM 87 aka: Adirondack Northway

THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO ALL RACERS 

EVEN IF YOU’VE NEVER RACED BEFORE!

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.

ONSITE FOOD:  

  • 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

ESC Race Onsite Camping @ Otis Mountain

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.

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

 

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 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)

LADIES MENTORSHIP PROGRAM

The Maxxis Bike ESC is partnering with the Outer Limits Cycle & Skis Racing Team to launch a brand-new Ladies Mentorship Program —designed to get more women on the start line.

We want to see more of you on the start line, so we’re tearing down the barriers to make it happen.

Here’s the deal:
Free Racing: We’re offering two free entries to a never-raced-before female racer at every Enduro event this season!

Ladies Mentorship Program




Cannondale Enduro Series Schedule

April 26 Diamond Hill, RI
May 17 Powder Ridge, CT
May 31 Arrowhead, NH
July 12 Killington, VT Showdown* (No Cannondale Ebike Class)
Aug 9 Thunder Mountain, MA Showdown*
Sept 20 Otis Mountain, NY
Sept 27 Jiminy Peak, MA Showdown*
Oct 18 Arrowhead, NH**

Top 7 finishes by points will count towards the final standings
*Thule Showdown Bonus – All Showdown events carry 110% Maxxis ESC Series Points
**Series Finals Bonus – All Series Finals events carry 125% Maxxis ESC Series Points

*Thule Showdown Bonus – All Showdown events carry 110% Maxxis ESC Series Points
**Series Finals Bonus – All Series Finals events carry 125% Maxxis ESC Se

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

USE WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT Event Name: Eastern States Cup LLC Mountain Bike Race Series Event Date(s): 4/24/2026 – 10/31/26 IN CONSIDERATION of USENDURANCE allowing me to participate in the US Endurance event described above (the “Event”) I, for myself, and on behalf of my spouse, children, parents, guardians, heirs and next of kin, and any legal and personal representatives, executors, administrators, successors and assigns, hereby agree to and make the following contractual representations pursuant to this Waiver and Release of Liability, Assumption of Risk and Indemnity Agreement (the “Agreement”); 1. I hereby represent that (i) I am in good health and in proper physical condition to participate in the Event; and (ii) I am not under the influence of alcohol or any illicit or prescription drugs which would in any way impair my ability to safely participate in the Event. I agree that it is my sole responsibility to determine whether I am sufficiently fit and healthy enough to participate in the Event. 2. I understand and acknowledge the physical and mental rigors associated with this adventure racing Event, and realize that many elements of this Event are inherently dangerous and represent an extreme test of a person’s physical and mental limits. I understand that participation involves risks and dangers which include, without limitation, the potential for serious bodily injury, permanent disability, paralysis and death; loss or damage to property; exposure to extreme conditions and circumstances; contact or collision with other participants, spectators, vehicles or other natural or manmade objects; dangers arising from adverse weather conditions; imperfect course conditions; water, road and surface hazards; equipment failure; inadequate safety measures; participants of varying skill levels; situations beyond the immediate control of the Event Organizers; and other undefined, not readily foreseeable and presently unknown risks and dangers (“Risks”). I understand that these Risks may be caused in whole or in part by my own actions or inactions, the actions or inactions of others participating in the Event, or the negligence of the Released Parties defined below, and I hereby expressly assume all such Risks and responsibility for any damages, liabilities, losses or expenses which I incur as a result of my participation in the Event. 3. I agree to be familiar with and abide by the Rules and Regulations established for the Event, including but not limited to rules and regulations related to Competition and Safety. I also accept sole responsibility for my own conduct and actions while participating in the Event, and the condition and adequacy of my equipment. 4. I hereby Release, Waive and Covenant Not to Sue, and further agree to Indemnify, Defend and Hold Harmless the following parties: US Endurance, the Event Organizers and Promoters, Race Directors, Sponsors, Advertisers, Host Cities, Local Organizing Committees, Venues and Property Owners upon which the Event takes place, Law Enforcement Agencies and other Public Entities providing support for the Event, and each of their respective parent, subsidiary and affiliated companies, officers, directors, partners, shareholders, members, agents, employees and volunteers (Individually and Collectively, the “Released Parties” or “Event Organizers”), with respect to any liability, claim(s), demand(s), cause(s) of action, damage(s), loss or expense (including court costs and reasonable attorney’s fees) of any kind or nature (“Liability”) which may arise out of, result from, or relate to my participation in the Event, including claims for Liability caused in whole or in part by the negligence of the Released Parties. I further agree that if, despite this Agreement, I, or anyone on my behalf, makes a claim for Liability against any of the Released Parties, I will indemnify, defend and hold harmless each of the Released Parties from any such Liabilities which any may be incurred as the result of such claim. 5. I hereby pre-authorize the Event Organizers and their representatives to arrange for emergency medical treatment and/or transport via ambulance or air on my behalf if medical attention is warranted during my participation in the Event. I understand and agree that I will be responsible for the costs associated with any such emergency medical care and/or transport arranged on my behalf, and hereby release the Event Organizers from any Liability relating to the cost and provision of any rescue operations, first aid treatment, medical care, hospital expenses or the medical decisions made at the Event site or elsewhere on my behalf. I hereby warrant that I have read this Agreement carefully, understand its terms and conditions, acknowledge that I will be giving up substantial legal rights by signing it (including the rights of the minor, my spouse, children, parents, guardians, heirs and next of kin, and any legal and personal representatives, executors, administrators, successors and assigns), and intend for my signature to serve as confirmation of my complete and unconditional acceptance of the terms, conditions and provisions of this Agreement. This Agreement represents the complete understanding between the parties regarding these issues and no oral representations, statements or inducements have been made apart from this Agreement. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be unlawful, void, or for any reason unenforceable, then that provision shall be deemed severable from this Agreement and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions. PRINTED NAME OF PARTICIPANT: AGE: DATE OF BIRTH: / / PARTICIPANT'S SIGNATURE (only if participant is age 18 or older): DATE: As the Parent and/or Legal Guardian to the minor identified above, I understand the Risks associated with the minor’s participation in the Event(s)and hereby accept and agree to all of the terms and conditions of this Agreement. If, despite this Agreement, I, or anyone on the minor’s behalf, makes a claim for Liability against any of the Released Parties, I will indemnify, defend and hold harmless each of the Released Parties from any such Liabilities which any may be incurred as the result of such claim. PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE (required if participant is under the age of 18)
Clear Signature
Refund Policy: Refunds are available two up to weeks prior to the event, less $ 20 Handling fee via Paypal, contact us at easternstatescup@hotmail.com. No refunds within 2 weeks prior to the event. Race entries cannot be transferred to a different event
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Your Entry Confirmation is Your PayPal Receipt

We do not send confirmation emails but we will send you venue-specific information and course maps on Thursday prior to the event.

MAXXIS ESC RACE REGISTRATION REFUND POLICY

  • Refunds are available less a $20 handling fee until 14 days before the event.
  • Race entries cannot be transferred to a different event 
  • Race entries can be transferred to another person for a $20 handling fee until 7 Days Before the event
  • Contact us at easternstatescup@hotmail.com for Refunds and Transfers

All racers must sign a MAXXIS ESC and a venue waiver before practicing or registering at all events. Racers under 18 must have a parent sign their waiver or supply a notarized parental signed copy. 

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

    USE EXIT 31 TO AVOID A STEEP HILL AND TO GET GAS

    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 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.

    WAIVERS
    All racers must sign a MAXXIS ESC and a venue waiver prior to practicing or registering at all events. Racers under 18 must have a parent sign their waiver or supply a notarized parental signed copy. No other methods are allowed.

    To score series points, racers must complete the full race. DNFs do NOT score points.

    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.

    Racers MUST be present at the Race Award Ceremony to receive Race Awards and/or Cash Payouts!

    Racers MUST be present at the Series Final Award Ceremony to Receive Series Final Awards and/or Cash Payouts!

    ANY ACTION TO GIVE A RACER AN UNFAIR ADVANTAGE AS DEEMED BY THE ESC CAN RESULT IN A DISQUALIFICATION

    Due to venue and ESC environmental concerns, tear-offs are not allowed at any Maxxis ESC event.

    YOUTH 14U CLASS

    • 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
    • 12U and 14U racers may only compete in one discipline per weekend
    • 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

    • 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 in the 12U and 14U classes are limited to participating in only one discipline at Thule Showdowns.

    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.

      • 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.

     

    .CLICK FOR FULL MAXXIS ESC ENDURO INFORMATION AND RULES

    In order to score series points, racers must complete the full race. DNFs do NOT score points.

    ENDURO LITE CLASS
    This class is intended for beginner and new enduro racers to experience the excitement of enduro racing. Participants will receive a total race time and a time for each segment but will not compete for Maxxis ESC Podiums, Prizes, or the Series Championship. This class is all about having fun! The Enduro Lite format offers enjoyable tracks for riders of all levels, with a focus on women, kids, and first-time riders. The emphasis is on learning and having a good time with like-minded mountain bikers, rather than focusing on results or prizes. Parents of 12U and 14U can enter this class to practice and/or race with their children.

    PLEASE NOTE: Enduro Lite Class racers must stay with the 12U Kids Class and race the segments in the same order. Enduro Lite Class Racers may only compete in enduro at our Thule Showdown Events.

    MAXXIS ESC Stan’s Enduro Series Race Podium
    The top 5 racers in each class will make the podium, with the first, second, and third place receiving custom Eastern States Cup Podium Medals. 

    MAXXIS ESC Stan’s Enduro Men’s Pro and Women’s Pro Race Payouts:
    1st = $600
    2nd = $300
    3rd = $200
    4th = $100
    5th =   $50

    THULE SHOWDOWN BONUS
    The THULE Showdown Series events will carry 105% Intense DH Series Points!

    INTENSE BIKES PODIUM PAYBACK Program that pays cash or certificates to racers who have raced with an Intense bike and have registered with Intense. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION 

    ESC Cash, When the number of racers in the men’s amateur class exceeds 50 or in the women’s amateur class exceeds 20, the class will receive a cash prize in addition to regular product prizes. The cash will be awarded as follows:

    • $100  -1st
    • $50   – 2nd
    • $25    -3rd

    No minimum number of races is needed to qualify for Stan’s Enduro Series Championship Standings

    Any ties will be broken by placement in the series finals at Arrowhead

    No Points will carry over to a new class when a racer upgrades or downgrades their class.

    Racers MUST be present at the Race Award Ceremony to Receive Race Awards and/or Cash Payouts!

    Racers MUST be present at the Series Final Award Ceremony to Receive Series Final Awards and/or Cash Payouts!

    In order to score series points, racers must complete the full race. DNFs do NOT score points

    MAXXIS ESC Stan’s Enduro Series Championship Awards

    The Top Three Racers in Every Class (except Pro) are awarded some Great prizes from our Partners

    Men’s and Women’s Pro Series Payouts:
    1st = $1200
    2nd = $600
    3rd = $400
    4th = $200
    5th – $100

    Racers MUST be present at the Series Final Award Ceremonies or at the Race Award Ceremony to Receive Awards and/or Cash Payouts!

    INFORMATION:

    • NO SHUTTLING– That goes for all weekend for everyone. If you are seen/reported/caught/whatever shuttling, you will be assessed a time penalty. Trust us, you will not be on the podium if you try, so don’t.
    • NUMBER PLATES– Will be sold at registration for $10 each. A 2025 MAXXIS ESC Number Plate must be affixed correctly to your bike always while on the tracks. You will not be allowed to ride without one. No cuts or trimming allowed on the plate, please.
    • CASH ONLY– NO, ATMs on site.
    • BUG SPRAY – You will want it, and please don’t ask for ours…lol
    • COLD – Temps expected in the 30’s overnights
    • RAIN – Don’t even go there !!

    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!

    Once activated it is Imperative that Enduro Racers DO NOT Allow their Race chips to be 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.

    If you have not paid for your registration or your 2026 Maxxis ESC number plate, please note it is CASH only, and  No ATMs are on site.

    Enduro Racers will be charged the replacement cost of $100.00 for broken, lost, or non-returned timing chips.

    Enduro Racers must be at the racers meeting, where we will activate their chips.

    Please drive slowly through the neighborhood while visiting our venues. We do not want to upset the neighbors, and please visit the local restaurants and let them know you are there because of the enduro race.

    We will be offering our 2026 Maxxis ESC Socks, Pint Glasses, and T-Shirts at our registration tents. Please remember it’s cash only.

    MAXXIS ESC Series Race Podium
    The top 5 racers in each class will make the podium, with the first, second, and third place receiving custom Eastern States Cup Podium Medals. 

    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!

    USE EXIT 31 TO AVOID A STEEP HILL AND TO GET GAS