Dawg Days of Summer 2026

Dawg Days of Summer 2026 Race Information

<p>Dawg Days of Summer is BACK! Join us on Sunday, August 2nd, for an action packed mountain bike race JUST FOR KIDS and help support the Dirt Dawg&#39;s largest fundraiser of the year :-) </p> <p>This year is extra special because it is the Dawg Days of Summer&#39;s 10th anniversary! Come celebrate a decade of fun, community, and young riders hitting the trails. </p> <p>We will have multiple divisions and courses designed for a variety of skill and endurance levels, so there is something for everyone. There also will be a strider (bikes without pedals) race available for our littlest racers. This 15-20 minute race will be at the base of the ski hill for maximum visibility and cheers..don&#39;t miss out! </p> <p>Cannonsburg will have food, refreshing beverages, and plenty of ice cream, so feel free to bring the whole family and invite your friends for a full day of fun. Beyond the races, you can enjoy bouncy houses, a silent auction, games, an exciting duck race, and so much more. We can&#39;t wait to see you there! </p> <p><strong>Race Times: </strong></p> <p>Beginner (1.5 miles): 10:00 AM<br />Intermediate (2.5 miles): 11:00 AM<br />Strider National Championship: 12:00 PM<br />Brand New Pedalers (1/2 mile): 12:30 PM<br />Elite (8 miles): 1:00 PM<br />Expert (5 miles): 1:05 PM</p> <p><strong>Mandatory Gear: </strong>Helmets and closed toe shoes are MANDATORY for all racers. Safety is our number one priority and we ask that all adults riding bicycles wear helmets as well. Thank you!!!</p> <p><strong>Other Recommended Gear:</strong><br />*Cycling gloves<br />*Camelbacks or water bottles<br />*Extra water (it&#39;s going to be hot)<br />*Extra clothes<br />*Towels<br />*Chairs<br />*Sunscreen<br />*Bug Spray<br />*Umbrellas (better to be safe than sorry)<br />(PS Don&#39;t forget those cowbells!) </p>