Spring Dirt Pile Short Track at New Belgium Brewing
The Spring Dirt Pile Short Track at New Belgium Brewing is a six-race short track mountain bike series held at New Belgium Brewing in Fort Collins. Races occur on consecutive Tuesday evenings in May and June. It uses a fast, mass-start dirt-circuit format where riders complete multiple laps. Categories range from Strider-bike kids to adult classes. Registration is online only, opening the Wednesday before each race, with category caps for safety. The courses are designed for local, approachable racing, with beginner categories recommended for first-timers. Kids and junior riders navigate a mix of gravel road and singletrack or dirt trail. Mountain bikes are advised, though any bike with non-slick tires is suitable. Spectators may gather at the venue, cheer on participants, and access the food truck and beer garden. SendTown Bike Club, a local nonprofit, organizes the series, which serves as its primary fundraiser for youth cycling and its goal of fostering lifelong interest in bikes through adventure and community. End-of-series prizes are provided by partners, and all Dirt Pile course categories feature official timing as part of a pilot program.
