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Endurance Mountain Bike Race
2024 Registration opens
Jan 12, 2024 8AM MST
Late registration fee starts on March 15th.
Registration Closes on May 6th.
May 11, 2024
MISSION STATEMENT
The 12 Hours of Mesa Verde is a premier cycling event organized by volunteers dedicated to improving the lives of youth in Southwest Colorado.
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HISTORY
The 12 Hours of Mesa Verde began as "Ride the Lightning" in 2003, but developed into its current 12 hour endurance race in 2007. Since its inception in 2003, the race has donated more than $700,000 to local youth organizations and programs with a focus on at-risk youth and/or youth empowerment.
THE BOARD
The board is a team of dedicated volunteers who work year round to bring you this premier event.



Nic McDonald: President
Dani Gregory:
Director of Registration
Paul Adams: Vice President


Cap Allen:
Venue Coordinator
Jay Balfour:
Venue Assistant & Emergency Services Coordinator
Ginny McDonald:
Volunteer Coordinator


Kirk Underwood:
Search and Rescue &
Venue Assistant
Sharon Underwood:
Volunteer Assistant
Andrew Yapp:
Social Media, Outreach & PR

2018-2019 Board
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