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Stubborn Mule Adventure Race

Stubborn Mule Adventure Race is an adventure race on June 26–27, 2027 in Upson, WI, with entry fees from $80 to $250.

Date
June 26–27, 2027 (236 days to go)
Price
$80–$250
Sport
Adventure

From the Organizer

Join 180 Adventure for the 16th annual Stubborn Mule: not one, but THREE of the midwest's top adventure races! With 5-hour, 12-hour and 24-hour events, we have something for everyone! First-timers will enjoy our choose-your-own adventure style that gives you the opportunity to try out this amazing sport. More experienced racers tackling our longer events will enjoy challenging navigation sections with lots of route-choices, and some of the best biking and paddling that the midwest has to offer. 

 

Events

12-Hour$150
24-Hour$250
5-Hour$80

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

54°

Chance of Rain

38%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Drummond, 8 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 5:14 AMSunset 9:00 PMDaylight 15h 46m

About Upson, WI

Nearest Airport

DLH

Duluth International Airport · 63 mi

Major Hub

MSP

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field · 134 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.

Race Location

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Stubborn Mule Adventure Race, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

236

Days to train

Race
Stubborn Mule Adventure Race
Date
June 26–27, 2027

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About This Sport

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.

Adventure racing strings together trekking, mountain biking, and paddling — with navigation by map and compass — across a course you have to find as much as finish. Most events are raced as a team, often over many hours or even multiple days.

It rewards the all-rounder and the problem-solver as much as the pure athlete: route choice, teamwork, and staying steady when you're tired and off the map are as much the challenge as the miles.

Read the Guide

Adventure Racing

Trek, mountain bike, and paddle with navigation between checkpoints — from a few hours to multi-day expeditions, usually in teams.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Stubborn Mule Adventure Race?
Stubborn Mule Adventure Race is an adventure race held in Upson, Wisconsin on June 26, 2027. 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 adventure races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the Stubborn Mule Adventure Race?
Saturday, June 26, 2027 in Upson, Wisconsin at Whitecap Mountains Resort. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Stubborn Mule Adventure Race?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Stubborn Mule Adventure Race

Jun 26, 2027

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