
Kickapoo Triple Crown is a mountain bike race on September 12, 2026 in Oakwood, IL, with an entry fee of $35.
From the Organizer
The KICKAPOO TRIPLE CROWN is a three-stage mountain bike race featuring Kickapoo’s best singletrack, gritty haul-road gravel, and a short, fast stretch of pavement.
Stage 1: Haul Road to the Heaven & Hell climb, lap of 10 back onto Haul Road to finish at the TH Lot.
Stage 2: Road ride to the backlot and then 4, 3, & 2 in reverse direction onto Haul Road back to the TH Lot.
Stage 3: Start at TH Lot up Haul Road to 1A & 1B back to Haul Road and finish at the TH Lot.
View the route on Trailforks.
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
80°
Typical Low
57°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Danville, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
1,243
as of 2023
City Elevation
646 ft
Nearest Airport
CMI
University of Illinois Willard Airport · 27 mi
Major Hub
IND
Indianapolis International Airport · 84 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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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Kickapoo Triple Crown
Sep 12, 2026