Race Organizer:

• Robert Helms - DirtMerchantAdventures@gmail.com

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Race Formats:

• Mass starts grouped by race distance.​

• Racers will be seeded by their race plate numbers.

• Want to be at the front of the pack? register early!

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Driving Directions:

• Portage La Prairie is located on the Trans Canada Highway west of of Winnipeg.

• Take the Trans Canada Highway Portage Bypass, and exit at PR 240.

• Turn south, then turn East onto Norah St.

• DO NOT park on River Rd south of Norah St. - this is part of the race course!

• Parking is available at the Junkyard Dogs' Skills Park off of the South Service Rd.

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Registration:

• Online registration is encouraged, recommended and available at Zone4.

• • Registration ($35)

  • No MCA Race Licenses required, no Day Permits required.​

• Choose which distance (1, 2 or 3 laps) you want to race in. Each Lap will be approx. 7 kms.

• Walk-up registrations will be accepted, but early registration is encouraged.

• Walk-up Registrations (day of event): $50 (cash or EFT)

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Race Day Sign-In

• Look for us in the Junkyard Dogs Skills Park, just off of the Trans Canada Highway bypass.

• Registration/Sign-In will be at the South end of River Road - no parking will be available at the trailhead.

• All riders must Sign-In in order to get their race number plates.

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Date & Times:

• All races take place on February 21, 2026.

• 11:00 am Registration/Sign-In Opens​​

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​​​All Race Distances

• 11:45 am Call-Ups

• 12:00 Noon - Start

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​​​Start/Finish:

• All races will start and finish at the Two Tired Trailhead, at the south end of River Road.

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Categories:

• 1, 2 & 3 Lap Male

• 1, 2 & 3 Lap Female

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Awards:

• Prizes will be given to the top 3 finishers in each category once all races have finished.

• Prizing amounts will be based upon total number of registrations - more registrations - more prizes! ​

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Race Regulations:

• First and foremost, this is a Fat Bike Race - minimum tire width is 3.8" (both front & back).

• All racers bikes must operate a bicycle with both front and rear working brakes.

• All racers will be given a race number plate at registration. These numbers need to affixed to the handlebars for identification during the race.

• All racers must wear a CSA approved helmet while riding on-course and off-course.

• Riders shall act and race with caution and respect for their fellow racers. They shall be held responsible for any accidents that they cause.

• A racer must act in a sporting manner at all times and shall permit any faster rider to overtake without obstructing.

• The organizer and/or officials retains the full right to refuse any rider from racing.

• Due to weight concerns, and to preserve to trail grooming, E-Bikes will NOT be permitted.  

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Navigation:

• GPX files will NOT be provided.

• Course will be marked with Turn Arrows.

• Or, follow the rider in front of you, and hope they know where they're going...

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​Parking:

• ​Parking is available, but there are limited spots close to the Skills Park. 

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​Water & Supplies:

• There will be no Aid Stations along the course.

• There may be Water, Coffee, Hot Chocolate and perhaps some smokies awaiting you at the Finish Line.

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Courtesy and Safety:

• This is not a closed course - the course is open and the public can access the course at any point.

• Keep your head up at all times.

• Be courteous to others.

• You are responsible for you!

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Washrooms:

• Washrooms will NOT be available onsite.

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After Race:

• Stick around after you complete your race. We'll have a bonfire going to keep me warm, but don't worry, I'll share.

• We'll also have coffee and Hot Chocolate available.

• We may even have smokies (and all the fixings) to cook over the bonfire.

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