14th Annual Bear Jaw Groove Mountain Biking Race

We’re beyond excited to have you return for another incredible year at Bear Jaw Groove — Flagstaff’s premier mountain bike event celebrating community, adventure, and the joy of riding together!

Get ready to tackle the 10.5-mile loop course that starts on a fire road for roughly a mile to let the pack thin out before hitting the legendary Arizona Trail (AZT) with its tight, smooth single-track flowing into Rocky Moto. These trails offer a gradual, sustained climb with fun challenges like roots and rocks before you connect to Moto! From the top, you’ll swoop into an exhilarating 3.5-mile descent — mostly smooth and fast with one or two rock gardens — before looping back through single-track to the Start/Finish. Ride it solo, with a duo, or with a team of 4. 2026 Event Lineup This year at Bear Jaw Groove you can choose from a variety of events designed for riders of all styles and abilities — from competitive racers to first-timers: Distance Events: • 22-Mile Sprint • 44-Mile Ultimate Categories: Analog, Single speed, E-Bike