A traditional XC MTB race has returned to Stony Creek Metro park, and its Shelden Trails in Shelby Township, MI. Mashing up exciting machine built single track, an old school climb trail, and classic two track, an 8.5 mile lap is on tap for racers. Push hard and try to get that top step, beat your friends, or push yourself in your first mountain bike race on some of Southeast Michigans favorite trails. After the half-mile hole shot and prelude from the start line, the 8.5 mile lap -- split 60/40 between single and two track -- features six unique single and two track sections per lap, perfect for testing your handling and having fun while offering wide-open, fast, safe areas to pass. Steady climbs, flowing descents, and lots of fun and excitement await! All post race proceeds donated to the House of Promise (Lansing, MI) for human trafficking victim rehabilitation.
| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Miles | $45.00 | Feb 1 | Jul 18 |
| 17 Miles | $45.00 | Feb 1 | Jul 18 |
| 8.5 Miles | $45.00 | Feb 1 | Jul 18 |
Day of Registration: Elite - Expert - Single Speed CLOSES at 9:45 AM Sport - Fat Bike - Tandem CLOSES at 11:45 AM Beginner CLOSES at 1:45 PM COST: First 100 racers can register for $45 the next 100 for $55 price increases to $65 thereafter Ages 17 and under race for $30 Packet Pick Up: WHERE: Stony Creek Metropark : 4300 Main Park Rd., Shelby Township, MI, 49316 WHEN: Saturday, July18, 2026 @ 8:00 AM
Click for the => Strava link to Shelden's Big Bang course Stony Creek and Shelden's Big Bang is unidirectional Pre-riding the course: GPS Address: 4300 Main Park Rd., Shelby Township, MI, 49316 Park at the Stony Creek Shelden Trails parking lots Stony Creek Metropark is well marked. The map below shows the Park Entrance (and attendants) and red highlighted route to the Shelden Trails. The attendant can assist and give a map if you need. Stay LEFT after going past the park entrance gat
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