
2026 pertNear20 is a mountain bike race on October 17, 2026 in Viroqua, WI, with entry fees from $15 to $40.
Join Bluedog Cycles for the pertNear 20, a mountain bike race that explores Vernon Trails' sustainably managed trail networks at Hubbard Hills, Rusty Ridge, and Sidie Hollow. This all-day event includes a kids' race, a 'pert near 10 mile race and the all encompassing 'pert near 20 mile race. We'll all be gathering and celebrating at the Sidie Hollow County Park Pavilion, where the fun begins at 10:15 a.m. Day of registration opens at 9:00am. The Vernon Trails Area Composite NICA Team (VTAC), serving up several different styles of chili for sale at the conclusion of the race as a fundraiser for the team.
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race day
Saturday, 10/17
High
56°
Low
37°
Conditions
Sunny
Chance of Rain
2%
Wind
1 to 10 mph
City Elevation
1,254 ft
Nearest Airport
LSE
La Crosse Regional Airport · 29 mi
Major Hub
MSP
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 148 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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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.
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Mountain bike races take place on singletrack trails and natural terrain — dirt, roots, rocks, and forest roads. Mountain biking rewards skill as much as fitness.
2026 pertNear20
Oct 17, 2026