Useful Information for Spectators
WHOOP UCI Mountain Bike World Series
October 3-5, 2025, Lake Placid, NY
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- Downhill (DHI) at Whiteface Mountain
- Cross-Country Short Track (XCC) and Cross-Country Olympic Short Track (XCO) at Mt Van Hoevenberg
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Life is short, so don’t miss this epic weekend of World Cup mountain bike racing. It’s one that’ll have your heart not only pumping at the thrills and excitement of the world’s best riders but also delighting in the splendor of an autumn weekend in beautiful Lake Placid.
This time around, the event features Downhill racing at Whiteface Mountain as well as cross-country races at Mt Van Hoevenberg. Both venues will provide a festival atmosphere, too, including live music and great food.
So What’s Mountain Bike Racing All About?
Downhill mountain biking is pure adrenaline—gravity, speed, and skill colliding in a race against the clock. Riders launch from the top one by one, blasting through steep descents, rock gardens, and jumps, with victories often decided by fractions of a second. At Whiteface, the mountain’s sheer steepness demands courage just to make it down. At Mt. Van Hoevenberg, brutal climbs lead to blazing-fast descents filled with obstacles that test every ounce of power and precision. For spectators, it’s edge-of-your-seat action—muscle, mud, and momentum flying past in a blur.
Plan Your Experience
Early October is a spectacular time to visit Lake Placid. Fall colors are at their peak, the weather is ideal for outdoor activities, and bugs are nearly gone. Enjoy community events, classic Adirondack dining and shopping, plus mountain biking for all skill levels (see “Want to Ride?” below).
It’s important to note that parking at the venues is paid, and it is highly recommended for your convenience to do so in advance. Parking is available at the same link where you get your tickets for the event.
While you’re there, check out the many other activities available during your visit. Our four legendary venues were made famous during the 1932 and 1980 Winter Olympics in Lake Placid, and in addition to fantastic winter fun, they each offer summer and fall activities for every age and ability.