White Lightning XC MTB Race

White Lightning XC MTB Race Western Ky's best cross-country mountain bike race on the famous Canal Loop Trail in beautiful Land Approx. 1000 feet of elevation change.
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XC Mountain Bike Race
The Canal Loop, Land Between the Lakes, Grand Rivers, KY
Presented by Team Wood-N-Wave
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The Canal Loop is 95% singletrack. It contains dense wooded areas, rolling hills, and rocky climbs. It is a moderate course, with a several optional technical sections for advanced riders. Starting at the N

orth Welcome Station, you will race north on the Lake Barkley side first, cross under the Bridge at the Canal, and proceed south down the Kentucky Lake side. Once you reach the North Welcome Station you will either continue to your next lap, or finish. Course Length: 11.6 miles/lap

Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 17! White Lightning is ON and it's now a part of the Bluegrass Mountain Cup serie...
05/01/2023

Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 17! White Lightning is ON and it's now a part of the Bluegrass Mountain Cup series!
Sign up now! RIGHT NOW!

BikeReg - online cycling event registration

Found in the North Welcome Station parking lot on race day. Garmin sensor. Message here if you lost yours on Saturday.
06/20/2022

Found in the North Welcome Station parking lot on race day. Garmin sensor. Message here if you lost yours on Saturday.

If y'all get lost on the trail tomorrow blame these goobers (one not pictured, he's probably the smart one).Trail is mar...
06/18/2022

If y'all get lost on the trail tomorrow blame these goobers (one not pictured, he's probably the smart one).
Trail is marked and ready to roll!

The storm that blew through this morning knocked down a tree on the trail. Within literally 2 hours our resident license...
06/17/2022

The storm that blew through this morning knocked down a tree on the trail. Within literally 2 hours our resident licensed sawyer, Ken Story, was on site and had that tree cut up. Thanks to volunteers like him we are going to have a great race tomorrow!

Did I mention that pre-registration guarantees you a sweet pair of custom event socks? Go to https://www.bikereg.com/whi...
06/16/2022

Did I mention that pre-registration guarantees you a sweet pair of custom event socks?
Go to https://www.bikereg.com/white-lightning-xc2 now and sign up before 10 p.m. tonight!
Errbody needs new socks ✨🧦✨

Mija's Food Truck will be set up at the race for lunch! ALL RACERS EAT FREE!!! Rice bowls, tacos, ribbon fries, oh my! 🌮...
06/15/2022

Mija's Food Truck will be set up at the race for lunch! ALL RACERS EAT FREE!!! Rice bowls, tacos, ribbon fries, oh my! 🌮🌮🌮

Come see us Thursday, Friday and Saturday!

My foyer is full of boxes of race supplies right now. And several of these boxes contain some great prizes for you Cat 3...
06/14/2022

My foyer is full of boxes of race supplies right now. And several of these boxes contain some great prizes for you Cat 3 and Junior riders! 👀✨

Listen, the Canal Loop is in the best shape I've seen it in a long time. The trail gnomes have been doing some work and ...
06/12/2022

Listen, the Canal Loop is in the best shape I've seen it in a long time. The trail gnomes have been doing some work and it shows!
The extended forecast for next Saturday looks ☀️ and 🔥, just the way we like it.
Smash this link, and go sign up for the race NOW!!! https://www.bikereg.com/52961

06/03/2022

Volunteer slots are filling up for the race! I still need some folks if you're interested in being part of the race, but maybe not in a Racer capacity. Specific needs are:

Course Marshals: Will remain at points around trail to assist in communication for emergencies, racer locations, etc. Will need cell phone and water/snacks.

Crossing guards: Stop vehicle traffic at North Welcome Station road crossing for racers to safely cross. Will be given orange vests, cones, signs, etc. Age 18+ only.

On-site Registration: Assist racers with filling out waiver, signing up for proper category, collecting race fees and making change, and assigning bib numbers.

DM this page if you are interested in helping!

05/27/2022

Apologies for late notice, but the group ride scheduled for tomorrow is cancelled. Please feel free to explore the trail at your leisure before the race in a few weeks!
While you're at it, go pre-register now on BikeReg!

05/10/2022

The group ride scheduled for this Saturday is rescheduled to Saturday, May 28th! Come check out the trail before the race!

Address

1820 The Trace Road
Grand Rivers, KY
42045

Telephone

+12706351328

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