Rules, Categories & Points
Everything you need to know about how the 2026 Utah Gravity Series works — built to be skimmable for racers on the go.
How the Series Works
The 2026 season runs across five downhill races. Here’s how eligibility, scoring, and points come together.
Eligible Categories
Series championships are awarded in Pro, Category 1, and Category 2. Category 3 (Novice) state champions are determined by 1-day results at Flyin’ Brian, June 27, 2026.
Medal Eligibility
To be eligible to medal in the series, you must place in at least three downhill races.
Scoring
A racer’s best four of a possible five downhill finishes are totaled after the final race of the season (Pomerelle Sunday, August 2, 2026).
Top 10 Only
Only racers finishing in the top 10 of their respective category/class receive points.
Double-Header Weekends
Brian Head and Pomerelle are each 2-DH-race weekends. Full, separate points are awarded to the top 10 in each class/category for each day.
Upgrades
USA Cycling rules regarding category upgrading are strictly followed (2026 upgrade rules apply).
Multi-Category Racers
Total points are applied to the category competed in the most. Tie-breaker — equal counts apply to the lower category. All points earned, regardless of category, count in the final total.
Questions about refunds, weather, or practice times? See the FAQ.
Age Classifications
Pro
- Men: Open (no age breakdown)
- Women: Open (no age breakdown)
Category 1
- Junior Men: 13–18
- Senior Men: 19–29
- Master Men: 30–39 | 40–49 | 50+
- Women: Open
Category 2
- Junior Men: 9–12 | 13–15 | 16–18
- Junior Women: 13–18
- Senior Men: 19–29
- Master Men: 30–39 | 40–49 | 50+
- Senior / Master Women: 19+
Points Breakdown
| Place | Pro | Category 1 | Category 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 60 | 50 | 30 |
| 2 | 56 | 46 | 26 |
| 3 | 53 | 43 | 23 |
| 4 | 49 | 39 | 19 |
| 5 | 45 | 35 | 15 |
| Place | Pro | Category 1 | Category 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 40 | 30 | 12 |
| 7 | 36 | 26 | 9 |
| 8 | 33 | 23 | 6 |
| 9 | 31 | 21 | 4 |
| 10 | 29 | 19 | 3 |
Safe Sport
Athlete safety is of utmost importance to USA Cycling and the Utah Gravity Series. All participants at USA Cycling sanctioned events must abide by these policies.
Review Safe Sport PoliciesSafe Sport Program
Review USA Cycling's Safe Sport Program policies in full.
Reporting Requirements
Review the reporting requirements for raising an athlete-safety concern.
MAAPP
Review the Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies (MAAPP).
Licensing
All racers need a valid USA Cycling Annual Base Membership AND a Racing License. Buy online in advance at usacycling.org to save money — on-site purchases are cash or check only. Unlicensed Pro, Cat 1, and Cat 2 racers must buy "experienced" 1-day licenses online before the event.
| Item | Online | On-Site |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Base Membership | $40 | $50 |
| Racing License (Ages 6–18) | Free | Free |
| Racing License (Ages 19–22) | $35 | $40 |
| Racing License (Ages 23+) | $75 | $80 |
| 1-Day Novice (Cat 3) License | $15/day | $15/day |
Not sure how it all works?
If anything about the race format, categories, points, or licensing is unclear, reach out — we're happy to walk you through it before you line up.