the Mother Lode 200
The Mother Lode 200 is a challenging “double century” - 200 miles with 10,000 feet of elevation gain - which features the best of the spectacular basin and range country of Nevada.
Riders start and finish at the Hilton Garden Inn located in South Reno. The route climbs 2,000-foot Geiger Grade to the historic mining town of Virginia City, descends into the Eagle Valley past Carson City, across Jacks Valley, south through Carson Valley hard against the eastern flank of the Sierra in the shadow of Duane Bliss, Genoa, East and Monument Peaks to Topaz Lake. Riders then head E through Wilson Canyon to Yerrington and on to Silver Springs.
Here the riders follow The 508 route W through Stagecoach, up 6-mile Canyon to Virginia City, where they are treated to a 2,000-foot descent back to the finish. The Mother Lode 200 is the perfect complement to the world famous Silver State 508. Two great races – 200 and 500-miles – set in the spectacular Basin and Range Country of Nevada.
The course will include three aid stations at approximately 50-, 100-, and 150-miles, where riders can refuel with water, electrolyte drink, energy bars, fruit, snacks, etc.
Schedule
Friday, September 13, 2024:
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM - Check-in/Packet Pick-up (Start/Finish Line)
- Optional drop bag drop-off
Saturday, September 14, 2024:
6:00 AM - 200-mile racers start
11:00 PM - 200-mile course closes
*Drop bags available for pick-up at Finish Line
What’s Included:
Live racer tracking through TrackLeaders, live results (time splits) through RaceResult.com, detailed route information (printed cue sheets and GPS files are available), bib numbers, and a pint glass. All Official Finishers will receive a custom medal.
What you will need to race:
Racers will ride self-supported. No support crews will be allowed on course. Racers must have functional front and rear lights attached to the bike (+ spare batteries). And, it is highly recommend some reflective clothing and/or reflective tape on your bicycle.