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Unravel The Scratchgravels XC

Name: Unravel The Scratchgravels XC
Start: 2026-05-16
End: 2026-05-16
Location: Helena, Montana

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calendar_today 16 May, 2026

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About the Event

Experience the longest running XC race in Montana!

Unravel The Scratchgravels XC is back to showcase the amazing single track trails surrounding Helena, MT and kickoff the summer riding season in Western Montana. Experience the technical climbs, fast descents, and breathtaking views in this Montana classic. For 2025 there are more options for course length and rider level than ever before! From the 3.5 mile short loop to the 22.5 mile Expert full race (with over 3500 feet of climbing!) there is a perfect day of racing for everyone.

Proceeds from Unravel The Scratchgravels XC support the Helena Cyclones NICA mountain biking team, Girls Thrive Helena community program, Queen City Wheel House non-profit bike shop and Montana Bicycle Guild trail work program.

Special prizes for the fastest lap time in each race!

Helmets are REQUIRED to be worn by all participants while on the course.

Racers in the Expert Category will be allowed hand-ups for water and nutrition during the race only in the marked zone. This will be located in the trailhead area before the course turns on Echo Lane towards the end of the lap.

This is a XC Mountain Bike race and flat handlebars are REQUIRED for all racers. With that being said, the Scratchgravel Hills area is a great place for any kind of bike. We would highly encourage everyone to take some time before or after the race to explore all of the great trails Helena has on offer.

Races Offered

Unravel The Scratchgravels XC - Expert

May 16, 2026

straighten

Distance — 22 Miles

terrain

Type — Mountain biking

timer

12:00

Unravel The Scratchgravels XC - Intermediate

May 16, 2026

straighten

Distance — 17 Miles

terrain

Type — Mountain biking

timer

12:00

Unravel The Scratchgravels XC - Junior Short

May 16, 2026

straighten

Distance — 6 Miles

terrain

Type — Mountain biking

timer

12:00

Unravel The Scratchgravels XC - Novice

May 16, 2026

straighten

Distance — 11 Miles

terrain

Type — Mountain biking

timer

12:00

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Helena.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 4.9° / 18.8°

wb_sunny 1.4° / 14.6°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 9.8 /

water_drop 52.2%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 4.9° / 18.8°

wb_sunny 1.4° / 14.6°

air 9.8 km/h

water_drop 52.2%

About Helena

Helena is the state capital of Montana, in the Western Central part of the state. Visitors come to see Helena’s historic Last Chance Gulch, and its mansion district once home to Helena’s gold mining millionaires. The city has running or biking 75 mi (121 km) of trails and opportunities for rafting the mighty Missouri River or fly-fishing.