Dirty Fox Five Hour Trail Race
Dirty Fox Five Hour Trail Race is a running, mountain bike, and trail running race on September 19, 2026 in Fort Wayne, IN, with an entry fee of $30.
- Date
- September 19, 2026 (58 days to go)
- Location
- Franke Park, Fort Wayne, IN
- Price
- $30
- Sports
- RunningMountain BikeTrail Running
From the Organizer
Five hours of trail racing in Franke Park!
Grab your gear and get ready for five hours of type 2 fun on the technical trails of Franke Park. As a trail runner, mountain bike rider or wheelchair athlete, you'll complete as many laps as you can in the five hour time limit.
WHAT TO EXPECT
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Runners follow a three mile loop in the east side of Franke Park.
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Riders follow a five mile loop on the west side of Franke Park.
- Wheelchair athletes will follow a two mile loop on pavement and gravel
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We will record your progress on a whiteboard and on a timing mat.
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All laps must be completed within the five hour time limit.
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We encourage you to setup a home base near the HUB at base of Derby Hill.
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No aid stations on the course. Food and drink will be available at the HUB.
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All participants will share the timing mat and complete many full laps as they can in the five hour time limit.
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No credit will be given for incomplete laps!
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The participant that completes the highest number of full laps will be declared the category winner.
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In the event of a tie, the participant that completes the fastest first lap will be declared the category winner.
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Lunch will be provided for registered competitors and Crew/Spectators in the HUB.
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Endurance athletes of all levels are welcome to participate!
Riders must wear a bicycle helmet!
We also recommend safety glasses for riders.
HERE'S THE BASIC TIMELINE:
Friday, September 18th
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5:00PM-7:00PM-Packet Pickup at the HUB in Franke Park
Saturday, September 19th
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7:30AM-8:45AM-Check-in at the HUB
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8:45AM-9:00AM-Last minute race info/instructions
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9:00AM-2:00PM- Dirty Fox Challenge
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2:30PM-3:00PM- Awards at the HUB
AWARDS WILL BE GIVEN TO THE WINNER OF EACH CATEGORY
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Top MTB Female Rider
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Top MTB Male Rider
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Top Female Runner
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Top Male Runner
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Top Female Wheelchair
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Top Male Wheelchair
Funds raised will be donated to Summit City Singletrack. SCS is responsible for the trail maintenance and trail projects in the Franke Park trail network.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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
75°
Typical Low
52°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Ft Wayne Intl Ap, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Fort Wayne, IN
Population
266,235
as of 2023
City Elevation
767 ft
Nearest Airport
FWA
Fort Wayne International Airport · 9 mi
Major Hub
IND
Indianapolis International Airport · 114 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Dirty Fox Five Hour Trail Race, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
58
Days to train
- Race
- Dirty Fox Five Hour Trail Race
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Location
- Franke Park, Fort Wayne, IN
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From Endurance Grid
About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Mountain Bike
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.
Trail Running
Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain makes for an exciting twist and adventure in your running journey.
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Dirty Fox Five Hour Trail Race
Sep 19, 2026