Santa Cruz Shorty Race #2 event

Santa Cruz Short Track XC Series

Fast-paced short track XC racing at legendary DeLaveaga Park in Santa Cruz. A 1-mile course featuring multiple laps based on category and age, with races designed to last approximately 20–30 minutes.

Venue
DeLaveaga Park is Santa Cruz’s hidden XC gem, with world-class trails all nestled in the coastal redwoods. Expect a mix of fireroad, short technical singletrack, fast and flowy trail, and punchy climbs.

Race Dates
July 8
July 15
July 22

Quick Details
Main trails include Enchanted Trail and Lower Redwood.

Parking will be tight — carpooling and ride-in encouraged.

Categories & Laps
12 & Under — 3 Laps
13–14 — 4 Laps
Beginner (all ages) — 3 Laps
Intermediate (all ages) — 4 Laps
Expert — 5 Laps
Open — 6 Laps

Schedule
3:30PM — Racer Check-In Opens
3:30PM — Course Preride

4:30PM — 12 & Under / Beginner / 13–14
5:00PM — Intermediate
5:30PM — Expert
6:00PM — Open

Series Podiums
There will be a podium ceremony after Race #3 for the top 3 series points finishers in each category. Race #3 is worth double points. The point system is the same as the 3CX Summer Series, with details available on that page.