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Mud Sweat and Gears MTB Race

Date
August 29, 2026
Distance
Novice Class · Sport Class · Expert Class & more

From the Organizer

Mud Sweat & Gears is a mountain bike race held at the Comlara park trail system. 

The MSG Mountain XC style event will be held at Comlara park boat launch near the worlds largest square knot.   The race will traverse new sections of single track along Evergreen Lake with sections of open fields, double track, single track and few short road sections connecting trails for the sport and expert classes.  Novice and Kids loops will be off-road and no road sections.

Novice loop will be approximately 6-8 miles.

Sport loop will be approximately 14.75 miles.  Please Review the course guide, related to road sections.  Follow rules of the road on your bike.

Expert loop will be two loops of the Sport Loop. 

There is a free kids race for those under the age of 12.

The Caboose event, is a non-competitive event in which riders can choose either the Novice or Sport/Expert courses, no awards will be given.  We recommend those participating in this class to carry a cell phone and report on any issues related to mechanical issues which may prevent you from finishing in the allotted time. 

Sport and Expert riders will need to pay attention to short sections of public roads that connect the trail systems.  The roads will be open to all traffic during the event. 

 

Distances & Pricing

Novice Class10 AMRegister →
Sport Class10 AMRegister →
Expert Class10 AMRegister →
The Caboose10 AMRegister →
Kids mtb-under 1210 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.

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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 Mud Sweat and Gears MTB Race?
Mud Sweat and Gears MTB Race is a mountain bike event held in Hudson, Illinois. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
When and where is the Mud Sweat and Gears MTB Race?
Saturday, August 29, 2026 in Hudson, Illinois at 13001 Recreation Area Dr, Hudson, IL. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Mud Sweat and Gears MTB Race?
Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.

Mud Sweat and Gears MTB Race

Aug 29, 2026

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