Shelden's BIG Bang XC MTB Race
- Date
- July 18, 2026
- Distance
- Elite Men Open · Elite Men 40 + Open · Elite Women Open & more
From the Organizer
A traditional XC MTB race has returned to Stony Creek Metro park, and its Shelden Trails in Shelby Township, MI. Mashing up exciting machine built single track, an old school climb trail, and classic two track, an 8.5 mile lap is on tap for racers. Push hard and try to get that top step, beat your friends, or push yourself in your first mountain bike race on some of Southeast Michigan's favorite trails.
After the half-mile hole shot and prelude from the start line, the 8.5 mile lap -- split 60/40 between single and two track -- features six unique single and two track sections per lap, perfect for testing your handling and having fun while offering wide-open, fast, safe areas to pass. Steady climbs, flowing descents, and lots of fun and excitement await!
All post race proceeds donated to the House of Promise (Lansing, MI) for human trafficking victim rehabilitation.
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
83°
Typical Low
63°
Chance of Rain
32%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Pontiac Wwtp, 11 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Utica, MI
Elevation
691 ft
Nearest Airport
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport · 35 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
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What Are You
Waiting For?
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40
Days to train
- Race
- Shelden's BIG Bang XC MTB Race
- Date
- July 18, 2026
Coming Up
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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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.
Events range from beginner-friendly cross-country races to technical enduros, and the trail community is one of the most welcoming in endurance sport.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Shelden's BIG Bang XC MTB Race?
- Shelden's BIG Bang XC MTB Race is a mountain bike race held in Utica, Michigan on July 18, 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 mountain bike races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Shelden's BIG Bang XC MTB Race?
- Saturday, July 18, 2026 in Utica, Michigan at 4300 Stony Creek Drive, Utica, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Shelden's BIG Bang XC MTB Race?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Shelden's BIG Bang XC MTB Race
Jul 18, 2026