The Maryland Endurance Challenge is honored to host the U.S. National 12-Hour Championship for three consecutive years by the World Ultra Cycling Association! With that designation, the Challenge has consistently and professionally delivered upon our commitment to cyclists to ensure top performances, rider safety, and that warm hospitality that is the hallmark of Mid-Maryland.

Register here to ride in the U.S. 12-Hour National Championship.

What Do Top Athletes Receive?

Male and female winners will be recognized by the World UltraCycling Association as the U.S. National 12-Hour Champion.

In addition, male and female winners of each age group will be the age-specific U.S. National 12-Hour U.S. National Champion.

The top three male and female finishers will receive gold, silver, and bronze medals.
Gold, silver, and bronze medals for the top three women finishers.

WUCA members will receive points toward their World Cup of UltraCycling and Ultra Cup of UltraCycling campaigns.

WUCA members will also receive recognition for their finishing positions broken down by gender, age group, and bike type.