Brazos Burnout 2026 | Wild Chama Races — Mountain Bike Race, Brazos NM

The Race

The Course

The course, 4.2 miles with 750 feet of climb, is intended for the intermediate or above mountain biker. However, the descent is non-technical. Anyone willing to push up some steep climbs (or hike-a-bike if necessary) and with moderate descending experience should be able to ride!

4.2 miPer lap

750 ftClimbing per lap

1–3Lap options, juniors scored separately

$35Racing, camping, water & support

Custom built trail, one switchback at a time.

Register for 2026

Choose your lap count at registration — 1, 2, or 3 laps, with separate junior scoring in every category.

Timed racing
Camping Aug 7–8
Aid station water
Course support & marshals
Lunch & cookies (sold on-site)

Having trouble with the embedded form below? Register directly at my.raceresult.com/408676/registration.

$35per rider

The Venue

Big views, easy access

Located on private land in Brazos, New Mexico, the venue overlooks the Brazos cliffs and winds through 200 acres of pine, scrub oak, and meadow.

Getting There

Accessible via well-maintained dirt road off Fishtail Road.
Detailed directions sent to all registered participants closer to race day.
Volunteers will be on hand to direct traffic.
Venue open from 9:00 AM, Aug 7 through 4:00 PM, Aug 8.

Camping & Amenities

Ample camping available the night before for preride (Aug 7).
Bathroom facilities and potable water on site.
Lunch and cookies available for purchase race day.
Bring warm clothes — overnight temps run into the low 50s.

For Spectators

Parking is scattered around the venue — carpool when you can so more people park close.
Any vehicle can access the dirt roads in; 4WD helps in wet weather.
Allow about 30 minutes to park and settle in.

Full spectator info (PDF) ↓

Volunteering

We rely on volunteers to pull this off — course marshals, aid station help, parking, and more. Interested? Reach out and we'll send details before race day.

luke@wildchamaraces.org · 505-469-5182