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Hot Summer Singletrack Trail Race

Date
July 18, 2026
Distance
Six Hour MTB Ride · Three Hour MTB Ride · Six Hour Trail Run & more

From the Organizer

Mountain bike riders, trail runners and wheelchair athletes will take on the technical dirt trails of Franke Park during the heat of the summer in the Hot Summer Singletrack.

Mountain bike riders can take on the six hour challenge or settle for a more reasonable three hour ride on a seven-mile loop of the technical dirt trails of Franke Park. 

Wheelchair athletes can choose to follow a challenging course of paved path and gravel road for either three or six hours.

Trail runners can take on the six hour challenge or settle for a more reasonable three hour ride on a three-mile loop of the technical dirt trails of Franke Park. 

The race begins at 8AM. 

 

RACE INFO
 
AWARDS FOR THE WINNER OF EACH CATEGORY

TENT CITY NEAR THE HUB AT THE BASE OF DERBY HILL. BRING YOUR EZ UP ON RACE DAY AND SET UP BASE CAMP FOR YOU AND YOUR CREW

THE GRILL OPENS AT 11AM FOR RACE PARTICIPANTS AND CREW. SNACKS AND PICNIC-STYLE FOOD ARE INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION FEE

 

THANKS TO UAW LOCAL 2209, WE ARE ABLE TO KEEP REGISTRATION FEES LOW!

WE ARE ALSO ABLE TO MAKE THE RACE FREE TO YOUNG PEOPLE 18 AND UNDER 

 

TIMELINE

Friday

  • 5:00PM-7:00PM-Packet pickup at the HUB in Franke Park

Saturday

  • 7:00AM-7:45-Packet pickup
  • 7:45AM-Race instructions and information.
  • 8:00AM-Race Time 
  • 11:15PM-Three hour race awards
  • 2:00PM- Six hour race awards 

 

 



Distances & Pricing

Six Hour MTB Ride8 AMRegister →
Three Hour MTB Ride8 AMRegister →
Six Hour Trail Run8 AMRegister →
Three Hour Trail Run8 AMRegister →
Six Hour Wheelchair8 AMRegister →
Three Hour Wheelchair8 AMRegister →

Race Location

About This Sport

From Endurance Grid's Founder

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.

Mountain biking takes place on singletrack and natural terrain where reading the trail matters as much as fitness — cornering, braking, and instinct on dirt are skills that only come from time in the saddle.

Events range from beginner-friendly cross-country races to technical enduros, and the trail community is one of the most welcoming in endurance sport.

Mountain Bike

XC races, enduros, and fat bike events across Midwest trails. Technical, physical, and completely different from anything on pavement.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Hot Summer Singletrack Trail Race?
Hot Summer Singletrack Trail Race is a mountain bike event held in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
When and where is the Hot Summer Singletrack Trail Race?
Saturday, July 18, 2026 in Fort Wayne, Indiana at Franke Park, Fort Wayne, IN. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Hot Summer Singletrack Trail Race?
Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.

Hot Summer Singletrack Trail Race

Jul 18, 2026

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