The Big Hill Challenge is a road cycling race on October 3, 2026 in Beloit, WI, with an entry fee of $20.
A 1000 meter sprint bicycle time trial that climbs 125 feet up the paved Peace Trail in Big Hill Park. Awards will be presented to the top finishers in the following age groups (based on the participant's age on race day): 0-17, 18-50, 51 and over. All participants are required to wear helmets.
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
64°
Typical Low
44°
Chance of Rain
28%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Beloit, 4 mi from the venue.
Population
36,554
as of 2023
City Elevation
804 ft
Nearest Airport
RFD
Chicago Rockford International Airport · 24 mi
Major Hub
MKE
General Mitchell International Airport · 65 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
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The Big Hill Challenge
Oct 3, 2026