Ride the Keweenaw 2023

Our Sport Enduro class will take place on 2-3 different stages within our trail system (TBD closer to the event). We utilize advanced intermediate to expert-level trails that generally trend downhill. Racers have a set amount of time to complete all of their assigned stages and are only timed for the downhill portions of the trails being raced on. The fastest combined time wins.

Prizes will be awarded for the top three male/female contenders overall. Lake Superior Gravity Series points will be awarded for male/female competitors in the following age brackets: 16 and under, 17-39, and 40+. To be scored appropriately for the Lake Superior Gravity Series, your race age is determined by your age on October 8, 2023.

Our Expert Enduro class will take place on 3-4 different stages within our trail system (TBD closer to the event). We utilize advanced intermediate to expert-level trails that generally trend downhill. Racers have a set amount of time to complete all of their assigned stages and are only timed for the downhill portions of the trails being raced on. The fastest combined time wins.

Prizes will be awarded for the top three male/female contenders overall. Lake Superior Gravity Series points will be awarded for male/female competitors in the following age brackets: 16 and under, 17-39, and 40+. To be scored appropriately for the Lake Superior Gravity Series, your race age is determined by your age on October 8, 2023.

The Family Enduro will take place at the Michigan Tech Trails and will feature 2-3 timed stages (TBD). We'll utilize beginner to intermediate-level trails that generally trend downhill. Racers have a set amount of time to complete all of their assigned stages and are only timed for the downhill portions of the trails being raced on. The fastest combined time wins.

Join us for several free group rides at five different trail networks! We will have rides at Söké near Adventure Mine on Friday; the Michigan Tech Trails in Houghton, Churning Rapids in Hancock, and Swedetown Trails in Calumet on Saturday. Group rides will be split by skill level, with kid-friendly rides being hosted at Michigan Tech and Swedetown. A full schedule of group rides can be found here: https://copperharbortrails.org/event/ride-the-keweenaw

You will be asked which group rides you hope to attend later in the registration process. Registration is not required for these rides but helps us plan the number of group leaders needed at each event.

Don't want to ride your bike through Adventure Mine? Enjoy a short guided hike instead! Limited capacity. Bring a headlamp or flash light and sturdy footwear. The mine is wet, dark, and cool, with unstable footing. The hike is moderate in difficulty.

Get a feel for our Enduro with an expert who knows our trails! Emily Ruonavaara (and friends!) will lead a guided pre-ride of our Copper Harbor Enduro race course. Learn where the best lines are, any trouble spots to avoid, and how to make your race on Sunday a success.