
BIG SKY BIGGIE is a mountain bike race on August 21–22, 2026 in Big Sky, MT, with entry fees from $80 to $170.
From the Organizer
The BIG SKY BIGGIE is an annual mountain bike race in the heart of Big Sky, Montana.
Taking place on Saturday, August 22, 2026 choose from three distances - 50 miles, 30 miles, 15 miles.
Starting in Big Sky’s Town Center (Meadow Village) and climbing up to Lone Peak and Buck Ridge, riders will connect on some of the area’s most exhilarating (and challenging) pieces of single-track, double-track, gravel roads and the occasional paved segment.
This is a true community event, celebrating the joy of riding mountain bikes - at ANY skill level.
Proceeds benefit the Big Sky Community Organization and SWMMBA-Big Sky Chapter.
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
76°
Typical Low
38°
Chance of Rain
35%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Big Sky 2wnw, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
7,222 ft
Nearest Airport
BZN
Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport · 36 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
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From Endurance Grid
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.
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.
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BIG SKY BIGGIE
Aug 21, 2026