2 – ESTRELLA HEDGEHOG HUSTLE
2026 MBAA XC Series
January 24, 2026
PRESENTED BY:
LOCATION:
Estrella Competitive Track (Map)
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Estrella Mountain Park is in the shadow of the legendary Phoenix International Raceway. This course offers up a scenic venue for spectators and racers alike. A new course marathon course will take racers out into the Regional Park.
There is a $7 entry fee for each vehicle (CASH ONLY)
DIRECTIONS:
Turn left just past the PIR stadium on Coyote Ln. (look for small brown park/trail signs on right) – if you pass all of the graded parking lots you’ve gone too far.
CAMPING:
Primitive camping is available at this venue located in the parking lot to the east of the venue, take a peek at our venue map.
$15 per vehicle / night (CASH ONLY)
FOOD ONSITE:
– Pizza & Burrito’s
OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHER
– Single Track Hats
REGISTRATION FEES:
Please register online before coming to the event.
First Timer – $30
Your first race? This is the category for you.
Junior (17 & under)
- $30 – until 4 weeks out
- $35 – until Thursday before race at 8 pm
- $45 – on race day
Adult
- $45 – until 4 weeks out
- $50 – until Thursday before race at 8 pm
- $60 – on race day
RACE AGE:
The age you will be on December 31, 2026.
Need to change your category? No problem – email to info@MangledMomentum.com
If you have a plastic series place remember to bring it each race!
Note: If you did not sign up for the entire series, you must get a new # plate each race. Reusing a number plate from a prior race is not allowed.
MBAA REFUND POLICY:
The MBAA is a non-profit that raises money through these races to put towards trail projects in Arizona. If you sign up and cannot race we will donate your race entry to maintaining the trails.
MBAA MEMBERSHIP:
Signup for an MBAA membership when you register for just $25 ($15 for juniors) and contribute directly to trail projects across the state. Plus you’ll get a cool pair of members only socks and sticker. You’ll also be entered into out members only raffles drawn at each race!
CATEGORIES:
Elite (Pro) – Competes at the highest level
Expert (Cat 1) – Seasoned racer
Intermediate (Cat 2) – Not just a weekend warrior, usually rides quite bit
Beginner (Cat 3) – Relatively new to the sport
First Timer – Newbie, never raced before
Single Speed – Only one gear, likes to suffer
Rock Crusher – Men 200-lbs +
Marathon – Long distance, approx. 3.5-hrs
Junior – Ages 6-17
Kids – FREE 6 & under race
AWARDS:
Podium is 3 deep per category.
Payout to top 3 Elite Men & Women: $250 | $150 | $100
VOLUNTEER Sign Up
Every event is not possible without the help and support of volunteers. Help make these events great by giving back a bit of your time.
START TIMES & LAP COUNTS:
COURSE MAPS:
Estrella Hedgehog Hustle
Estrella Hedgehog Hustle – Red Loop
- Green (3-miles) Junior loop – Strava
- Juniors, you will have a closed course and pass through the finish chute each lap (reverse direction of other categories).
- Mini Junior Loop – Strava
- Blue (9-miles) Pass Mtn loop – Strava
- Black (10-miles) Long loop – Strava
- Red (23-miles) Big loop – Strava
- After completing the red loop Marathoners will then complete 2 black loops for a total of 43-miles (3.5-hr cutoff).
SCHEDULE
Friday 1/23 –
- All Day Course open for pre-riding (Final markings underway in the AM)
- 4-5 pm Number plate pickup open
Saturday 1/24 –
- 7:00 am – Number plate pickup open (check in at least 30-mins prior to start time)
- 8:00 am – Racing begins
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