DFW Series is excited to host the series kickoff event of the 2026 TMBRA Texas Cup. Happening August 30th 2026 at the incredible 29 Pines Ranch in Henderson TX.

This XC mountain bike race is already one of the best races races in the state, held on the 29 Pines ranch featuring 7 miles of professionally built trails by Vanguard Trail Works. Featuring over 200 berms, jumps and an EPIC 40' fly-over/fly-under option it’s going to be a tremendous race weekend.

Camping is available onsite, no electrical hookups. Bring your paddleboards to enjoy the lake and cool off through the weekend.

REGISTRATION FEE SCHEDULE

It benefits you to register in advance. Pre-registration discounts are available until week of the race. 

• Late Registration period starting Monday August 24th. All race registration fees increase by $10.
• LAST MINUTE Registration Period starting Saturday August 29th at 7 pm. All race registration fees increase by $10.
• All Registration Closes at 6:30am on Race Day - August 30, 2026.

Please note: Upon arriving at 29 Pines Ranch a $15 per-person land-use fee will be collected. Payment available via Cash, Venmo, Paypal or by adding access pass to your registration purchase. 

GPS Location
14121 Co Rd 2125, Henderson, TX 75652
Lat / Long for GPS – 32.351568,-94.673967

Check-in and number plate pickup will be open at 7:00 am on Sunday and stay open through the morning.
This event will be using TMBRA annual number plates. Please ensure you enter your TMBRA Plate and Chip Number into the registration page accurately. 

Registration closes for all classes and categories at 6:30am August 30, 2026.  Registration is ONLINE ONLY! There will be absolutely NO in-person dictation or handwritten release/registration forms available at the race venue.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

• Friday August 28, 2026
  • 8:00am - Ranch opens for pre-ride and camping. Be sure to pay the per-person ranch access fee when registering for the event or upon arrival at the gate.
  • 5:00pm - Course Marking Begins
• Saturday August 29, 2026
  • 8:00am - Ranch opens for pre-ride and camping. Be sure to pay the per-person ranch access fee when registering online or upon arrival at the gate.
  • 9:00am - Course Marking Continues
  • 12:00pm - Course Marking Completed
  • 1:00pm - Kids Cup hosted by TMBRA
  • 2:00pm - Juniors Course Group Pre-Ride hosted by DFW Series Admin Team
  • 3:00pm - Adult Full Course Group Pre-Ride hosted by DFW Series Admin Team
• Sunday August 30, 2026
  • 6:30am - REGISTRATION CLOSED
  • 7:00am - Check-in and Packet Pickup Opens
  • 8:00am - Juniors Ages 1-10 and 11-12 Start
  • 8:45am - PRO & Cat 1 Start
  • 9:00am - Estimated Juniors Age 1-10 and 11-12 Awards
  • 10:30am - Cat 2 Start
  • 11:30am - Cat 3 and Juniors 13-14 Start
  • 11:45am - Estimated PRO & Cat 1 Awards
  • 12:45pm - Estimated Cat 2 Awards
  • 1:30pm - Estimated Cat 3 Awards
     

AWARDS

Cat 1 Classes will receive awards for top 3 plus CASH payout for top 5.

Cat 2 Classes will receive Awards for top 3 + Swag items from our sponsors at Arundel Bicycle Company for top 5 placements. 

Cat 3 Classes will receive Awards for top 3. There will be a raffle for additional prizes for all Cat 3 participants.

COURSE MAP

A GPS track for this course can be found via the following link: 

Adult Full Course = 6.9miles
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/51938965

 
Juniors Short Course = 3.1miles
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/52169295

HOTELS & CAMPING

There are several convenient hotels on the south side of Longview near the intersection of I-20 and Estes Parkway. These are just a 20 minute drive from the ranch. 

• La Quinta Inn & Suites
• Days Inn
• Holiday Inn Express & Suites
• Hampton Inn 

There is ample room for camping at 29 Pines. Camping is open on the north side of the ranch entrance road in the fields when you enter the main gate. DO NOT CAMP ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF THE RANCH ROAD. See map below for permitted camping areas.  

Be aware, there are no electric hook ups, no water hook ups, and no dump station. Boondocking only. Generators are OK. Camping fee is included in the per-person ranch access fee when you sign up online or upon entering the ranch. 

Port-a-Potties and a hand wash station will be provided in proximity to the start area. No showers on site, be prepared with a camp shower if staying through the weekend.