Iceman Cometh Challenge
- Date
- November 7, 2026
- Distance
- Iceman Cometh Challenge presented by TREK · Tandem - Iceman Cometh Challenge · Pro/Elite - Iceman Cometh Challenge & more
From the Organizer
The Iceman Cometh Challenge, presented by Trek, takes place on Saturday, November 7, 2026. The Ice Cycle Expo and packet pickup, presented by Michigan Bicycle Law, will be held Friday, November 6 at the Grand Traverse Resort in Acme, MI.
More than 5,400 men and women, along with 600 children across 77 age divisions, participate in Iceman weekend each year. The signature event is a roughly 30-mile point-to-point cross-country mountain bike race from Kalkaska to Traverse City, Michigan.
Additional events include the Meijer Slush Cup, Sno-Cone, and Pop-Cycle races, featuring a 9-mile beginner-friendly course and youth races for children 10 and under. Nearly 12,000 spectators line the course annually to experience the excitement of Iceman weekend.
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
47°
Typical Low
32°
Chance of Rain
53%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Traverse City Munson, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Traverse City, MI
Elevation
581 ft
Nearest Airport
TVC
Cherry Capital Airport · 3 mi
Major Hub
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 131 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Iceman Cometh Challenge, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
152
Days to train
- Race
- Iceman Cometh Challenge
- Date
- November 7, 2026
Coming Up
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Less than a mile away
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Less than a mile away
Cherry Pie Bike Ride
Less than a mile away
From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Iceman Cometh Challenge?
- Iceman Cometh Challenge is a running race held in Traverse City, Michigan on November 7, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Iceman Cometh Challenge?
- Saturday, November 7, 2026 in Traverse City, Michigan at 521 S Union St, Traverse City, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Iceman Cometh Challenge?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Iceman Cometh Challenge
Nov 7, 2026