Although this is a permitted event, trails are open to the general public. Riders must be under control at all times.
The 2018 Helenduro is the 10th anniversary of one of North America's longest-running enduro races. We wanted to make this one special, so it's a mix of classic Helenduro stages and local favorites that have never been raced before.
This year's race crosses the South Hills over six stages, and ends with a classic view of downtown Helena as you race towards post-ride refreshment at Karmadillos Southwest Cafe.
Stage 1: Wide open rocky gnar on Hogsback Trail, across Backside Trail to Prairie Trail, where you'll need to be on your A game to thread the tight trees. Finish up by descending Swaney Trail and Direttissima Trail.
Stage 2: Helena's classic Show-Me-The-Horse Trail. Not much more to add.
Stage 3: Descend north from Wakina Sky meadow via Wakina Sky Trail and Evan's Trail. Watch out for Evan's - it's sneaky at race speed.
Stage 4: Another Helena classic: Rent Money Trail down to Davis Gulch via Rodney Ridge Trail.
Stage 5: This is another long one - off the top of Mount Ascension via 2006 Trail, Ridge Rider Trail, and Little Moab Trail. Little Moab is a local's favorite with some choose-your-own-adventure lines across the bedrock.
Stage 6: Bring it home in full view of the finish on the Acropolis Crest Trails. Watch out for tight turns that sneak up on you in a hurry.
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More Stats for 2018 Montana Enduro Series : HelenduroX mountain bike route
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Avg time4 hr 0 min
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Altitude min4,145 ft
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Altitude start4,343 ft
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Altitude end4,147 ft
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Grade max-70.8%
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Grade min60.4%
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Distance climb10 miles
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Distance down8 miles
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