The Big Pig Cancer Foundation Ray Porter Memorial 6 Hour Endurance Race starts at 4:00 PM, which gives traveling athletes flexibility to arrive the day of the event without rushing from a long drive. Held in Denton, Texas, the race takes place at Jeff LaQuey Memorial Trail, a dedicated mountain bike facility, and offers both mountain bike and running divisions for the 6-hour format. Entry fees range from $45 to $425 depending on participation type, with proceeds benefiting the cancer foundation. This endurance event rewards pacing strategy and fitness across a full afternoon and into evening hours on established trail infrastructure.
From the Race Organizer
The Big Pig Cancer Foundation is proud to present the 2026 Ray Porter Memorial 6 Hour Endurance Race and Fundraiser. This event features the Ray Porter Memorial 6 Hour Endurance mountain bike race. The Big Pig Cancer Foundation cooking trailer will be serving the traditional favorites cooked up on the Flying Pig BBQ machine. Come on out, make a donation to help the community and enjoy pulled pork tacos and more bacon than you can dream of. The Big Pig Cancer Foundation raises funds each year to help support members of our local community that are fighting against cancer. Now in it's 16th year the BPCF has raised over $125,000 for this cause. All proceeds from the Ray Porter Memorial 6 Hour Endurance Race and Fundraiser serve this purpose. Register today for the event of your choice and help us in our annual fundraising efforts. Race Promoter: Big Pig Cancer Foundation 501c3 Location: Jeff LaQuey Memorial Trail (Denton Hartlee Field) 5792 Hartlee Field Rd, Denton, TX 76208 2025 Ray Porter Memorial Race Course Map Coming soon RACE CATEGORIES SOLO CATEGORIES E-Bike Solo Male E-Bike Solo Female Singlespeed Solo Male Singlespeed Solo Female Geared Solo Male Geared Solo Female Junior 13 & under Solo Male Junior 13 & under Solo Female Junior 14-18 Solo Male Junior 14-18 Solo Female 2-PERSON TEAM CATEGORIES 2-Person Team Male / Male 2-Person Team Co-Ed 2-Person Team Female / Female 2-Person Team E-Bike Open 2-Person Team Juniors 18 & Under Open 5-PERSON TEAM CATEGORIES 5-Person Team Male 5-Person Team Female 5-Person Team Co-Ed 5-Person Team Juniors 18 & Under Open SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Saturday October 10th, 2026 2:00 PM - Registration Opens 3:00 PM - Registration Closes 3:15 PM - Transition and equipment drop-off closed to vehicles 3:45 PM - Racers Meeting 3:55 PM - Start Line Closed to through traffic 4:00 PM - All Races Start 10:00 PM - All 6 Hour Competitions End 10:15 PM - Podium Awards EVENT DETAILS The race course will be announced shortly. All activities to take part at Denton MTB Trail, Jeff LaQuey Memorial Trail. The race clock will start at 4pm and will stop at 10 PM. Final lap must be completed by 10 PM for it to count. Any delays at start time will be added to the end time to ensure 6 hours of racing takes place. Expo and Pits are located at the upper parking lot. Equipment drop-off by vehicle is only permitted before 3:15pm. All vehicles must be out of the transition area at this time. There should be plenty of parking. Please follow directions from our parking team for equipment drop off and park in spaces they indicate. It is critical that we leave enough room for emergency medical or fire dept access through our parking area. .
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Race Travel Insurance
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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Denton, TX.
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and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
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Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
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When is Big Pig Cancer Foundation : Ray Porter Memorial 6 Hour Endurance Race & Fundraiser 2026 — Denton, TX?
Big Pig Cancer Foundation : Ray Porter Memorial 6 Hour Endurance Race & Fundraiser 2026 — Denton, TX takes place on October 10, 2026. The race is held in Denton, Texas.
Where is Big Pig Cancer Foundation : Ray Porter Memorial 6 Hour Endurance Race & Fundraiser 2026 — Denton, TX held?
Big Pig Cancer Foundation : Ray Porter Memorial 6 Hour Endurance Race & Fundraiser 2026 — Denton, TX is held at Jeff LaQuey Memorial Trail (Denton MTB Trail) in Denton, Texas.
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