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Rock The Pines - DFW Series Family Race

Henderson, Texas
Rock The Pines - DFW Series Family Race official race logo - running event in Henderson, Texas
DATE:
TIME:
LOCATION:
Henderson, Texas
PRICE:
Free
DISTANCES:
11 Events: 5 Miles, 1 Miles, 5 Miles, 5 Miles, 2.5 Miles, 10 Miles, 10 Miles, 10 Miles, 15 Miles, 15 Miles, 10 Miles

About Rock The Pines - DFW Series Family Race

🌲 Rock The Pines 2026 🌲

Same Dirt. Bigger Community.

 

TX NICA has built one of the best community experiences in mountain biking—and this year DFW Series Racing is partnering to bring racing to the whole family at Rock The Pines at 29 Pines MTB Ranch.

Who can race?

  • Juniors up to 4th grade
  • Moms
  • Dads
  • Grandparents
  • Anyone that loves bikes and is curious about the magic of NICA—

We’ve got a race for you!

Come experience the party under the pines and ride some incredible singletrack at 29 Pines Ranch.

Camping: Available onsite

Gate Fee: $15 per person


 
Important Note
This registration is for the DFW Series Rock The Pines event, not the official Texas NICA race.

NICA events begin after 1:00 pm Saturday
Middle school and high school NICA races take place on Sunday
For Texas NICA race registration, go here:
https://texasmtb.org/event/2026-event-weekend-29pines/

 
Venue Map

https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1hgdsvvcCmQ_H1iiGXqPtauNGWxqSgtU&ll=32.35529268210628%2C-94.67760041451207&z=16

 
Course Distances

  • Adults: 5 miles
  • Juniors: 2.5 miles
  • Striders: FUN lap


Schedule

  • FRIDAY, FEB 27
    • 3:00 pm – Gates officially open for camping setup (no trail access)
    • 9:00 pm – Gates close
  • SATURDAY, FEB 28
    • 7:00 am – Gates open
    • 7:30 am – DFW Series check-in & packet pickup opens
    • 8:30 am – DFW Series races begin
    • 8:30–9:15 am – Beginner & Juniors Races
      • 8:30 – Men’s Beginner
      • 8:31 – Women’s Beginner
      • 8:32 – Juniors 3rd–4th Grade
      • 8:33 – Juniors Pre-K–2nd Grade
      • 8:34 – STRIDER Race
    • 9:30–10:30 am – Intermediate & Singlespeed
      • 9:30 – Men’s Intermediate
      • 9:31 – Singlespeed Open
      • 9:32 – Women’s Intermediate
    • 10:45 am–12:00 pm – Elite & E-Bike
      • 10:45 – Men’s Elite
      • 10:46 – E-Bike Open
      • 10:47 – Women’s Elite
    • 12:30 pm – DFW Series podiums
    • 1:00 pm – DFW Series event ends – NICA event begins - Course closed to all non-NICA traffic
      • 1:00 pm – NICA pre-rides
      • 3:00 pm – NICA GRiT Ride
      • 6:00 pm – Course closed to all
  • SUNDAY, FEB 29
    • TX NICA races all day
Rock The Pines - DFW Series Family Race🌲 Rock The Pines 2026 🌲 Same Dirt. Bigger Community.   TX NICA has built one of the best community experiences in mountain biking—and this year DFW Series Racing is partnering to bring racing to the whole family at Rock The Pines at 29 Pines MTB Ranch. Who can race? Juniors up to 4th gradeMomsDadsGrandparentsAnyone that loves bikes and is curious about the magic of NICA— We’ve got a race for you! Come experience the party under the pines and ride some incredible singletrack at 29 Pines Ranch. Camping: Available onsite Gate Fee: $15 per person  Important NoteThis registration is for the DFW Series Rock The Pines event, not the official Texas NICA race. NICA events begin after 1:00 pm SaturdayMiddle school and high school NICA races take place on SundayFor Texas NICA race registration, go here:https://texasmtb.org/event/2026-event-weekend-29pines/  Venue Map https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1hgdsvvcCmQ_H1iiGXqPtauNGWxqSgtU&ll=32.35529268210628%2C-94.67760041451207&z=16  Course Distances Adults: 5 milesJuniors: 2.5 milesStriders: FUN lap Schedule FRIDAY, FEB 27 3:00 pm – Gates officially open for camping setup (no trail access)9:00 pm – Gates close SATURDAY, FEB 28 7:00 am – Gates open7:30 am – DFW Series check-in & packet pickup opens8:30 am – DFW Series races begin8:30–9:15 am – Beginner & Juniors Races 8:30 – Men’s Beginner8:31 – Women’s Beginner8:32 – Juniors 3rd–4th Grade8:33 – Juniors Pre-K–2nd Grade8:34 – STRIDER Race 9:30–10:30 am – Intermediate & Singlespeed 9:30 – Men’s Intermediate9:31 – Singlespeed Open9:32 – Women’s Intermediate 10:45 am–12:00 pm – Elite & E-Bike 10:45 – Men’s Elite10:46 – E-Bike Open10:47 – Women’s Elite 12:30 pm – DFW Series podiums1:00 pm – DFW Series event ends – NICA event begins - Course closed to all non-NICA traffic 1:00 pm – NICA pre-rides3:00 pm – NICA GRiT Ride6:00 pm – Course closed to all SUNDAY, FEB 29 TX NICA races all day
Henderson, TX

Race Events & Distances

Choose from 11 race distances available for Rock The Pines - DFW Series Family Race in Henderson, TX. Registration includes timing, finisher medals, and post-race refreshments.

Women's Beginner

5 Miles
Distance
5 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Frequently Asked Questions about Women's Beginner

How long is the Women's Beginner?
The Women's Beginner covers 5 Miles.
What time does the Women's Beginner start?
The Women's Beginner starts at 8:30:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Women's Beginner?
Registration for the Women's Beginner costs $0.00.
Where is the Women's Beginner located?
The Women's Beginner takes place in Henderson, TX.

Strider Race

1 Miles
Distance
1 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Rock The Pines - DFW Series Family Race Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Strider Race

How long is the Strider Race?
The Strider Race covers 1 Miles.
What time does the Strider Race start?
The Strider Race starts at 8:30:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Strider Race?
Registration for the Strider Race costs $0.00.
Where is the Strider Race located?
The Strider Race takes place in Henderson, TX.

3rd and 4th Grade

5 Miles
Distance
5 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Rock The Pines - DFW Series Family Race Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about 3rd and 4th Grade

How long is the 3rd and 4th Grade?
The 3rd and 4th Grade covers 5 Miles.
What time does the 3rd and 4th Grade start?
The 3rd and 4th Grade starts at 8:30:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the 3rd and 4th Grade?
Registration for the 3rd and 4th Grade costs $0.00.
Where is the 3rd and 4th Grade located?
The 3rd and 4th Grade takes place in Henderson, TX.

Men's Beginner

5 Miles
Distance
5 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Rock The Pines - DFW Series Family Race Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Men's Beginner

How long is the Men's Beginner?
The Men's Beginner covers 5 Miles.
What time does the Men's Beginner start?
The Men's Beginner starts at 8:30:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Men's Beginner?
Registration for the Men's Beginner costs $0.00.
Where is the Men's Beginner located?
The Men's Beginner takes place in Henderson, TX.

Pre-K to 2nd Grade

2.5 Miles
Distance
2.5 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Henderson, TX
HendersonTX
Rock The Pines - DFW Series Family Race Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Pre-K to 2nd Grade

How long is the Pre-K to 2nd Grade?
The Pre-K to 2nd Grade covers 2.5 Miles.
What time does the Pre-K to 2nd Grade start?
The Pre-K to 2nd Grade starts at 8:30:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Pre-K to 2nd Grade?
Registration for the Pre-K to 2nd Grade costs $0.00.
Where is the Pre-K to 2nd Grade located?
The Pre-K to 2nd Grade takes place in Henderson, TX.

Men's Intermediate

10 Miles
Distance
10 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Henderson, TX
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Rock The Pines - DFW Series Family Race Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Men's Intermediate

How long is the Men's Intermediate?
The Men's Intermediate covers 10 Miles.
What time does the Men's Intermediate start?
The Men's Intermediate starts at 9:30:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Men's Intermediate?
Registration for the Men's Intermediate costs $0.00.
Where is the Men's Intermediate located?
The Men's Intermediate takes place in Henderson, TX.

Women's Intermediate

10 Miles
Distance
10 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Rock The Pines - DFW Series Family Race Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Women's Intermediate

How long is the Women's Intermediate?
The Women's Intermediate covers 10 Miles.
What time does the Women's Intermediate start?
The Women's Intermediate starts at 9:30:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Women's Intermediate?
Registration for the Women's Intermediate costs $0.00.
Where is the Women's Intermediate located?
The Women's Intermediate takes place in Henderson, TX.

Singlespeed

10 Miles
Distance
10 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Henderson, TX
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Rock The Pines - DFW Series Family Race Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Singlespeed

How long is the Singlespeed?
The Singlespeed covers 10 Miles.
What time does the Singlespeed start?
The Singlespeed starts at 9:30:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Singlespeed?
Registration for the Singlespeed costs $0.00.
Where is the Singlespeed located?
The Singlespeed takes place in Henderson, TX.

E-bike

15 Miles
Distance
15 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Henderson, TX
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Rock The Pines - DFW Series Family Race Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about E-bike

How long is the E-bike?
The E-bike covers 15 Miles.
What time does the E-bike start?
The E-bike starts at 10:45:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the E-bike?
Registration for the E-bike costs $0.00.
Where is the E-bike located?
The E-bike takes place in Henderson, TX.

Men's Elite

15 Miles
Distance
15 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
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Henderson, TX
HendersonTX
Rock The Pines - DFW Series Family Race Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Men's Elite

How long is the Men's Elite?
The Men's Elite covers 15 Miles.
What time does the Men's Elite start?
The Men's Elite starts at 10:45:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Men's Elite?
Registration for the Men's Elite costs $0.00.
Where is the Men's Elite located?
The Men's Elite takes place in Henderson, TX.

Women's Elite

10 Miles
Distance
10 Miles
Start Time
Registration Fee
$0.00
https://schema.org/EventScheduledhttps://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode
Henderson, TX
HendersonTX
Rock The Pines - DFW Series Family Race Organizers

Frequently Asked Questions about Women's Elite

How long is the Women's Elite?
The Women's Elite covers 10 Miles.
What time does the Women's Elite start?
The Women's Elite starts at 10:45:00 AM.
How much does it cost to register for the Women's Elite?
Registration for the Women's Elite costs $0.00.
Where is the Women's Elite located?
The Women's Elite takes place in Henderson, TX.

Registration Information

Registration is typically available online until race day (subject to capacity). Early registration is recommended for guaranteed entry and potential early bird pricing. Check with race organizers for specific event details and included amenities.

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