The Big Mick 2023
Saturday, June 10, 2023 in Deadwood, SD at George S. Mickelson Trail: From Deadwood to Edgemont-
Century or Half-Century Ride
at 5:00 AM
Registration includes: MT day pass, trail swag, meals/snacks, water stations & trail support along the route. Individuals who register after May 15th will be responsible for their own transportation after the event.Online registration is closed for this category.
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Shuttle & Bike Transport Only
at 7:00 PM
Online registration is closed for this category.
* Click here for fee information
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About the Event |
The Big Mick is Back! Ride the Hills on Saturday • June 10, 2023
Experience the beauty of the Black Hills via the George S. Mickelson Trail
The Mickelson Trail was originally the Burlington Northern line that carried trains from Edgemont to the northern Black Hills and the gold mines of the Deadwood area. The trail transverses the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota. This narrow-gauge line began in Deadwood in 1888, and in within ten months the route to Edgemont was complete. (The line was abandoned in 1983.) In the early 90’s, a group of outdoor enthusiasts recognized the trail's potential, and with the support of Governor George Mickelson, it became the state's first rails to trails project.
Trail sweeps & SAG drivers will be available to support riders on event day.
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Registration & Shuttle |
Event Only Registration $150
Your registration includes a MT day pass, trail swag, meals/snacks, water stations & trail support along the route.
(*SD state sales and tourism tax is included in registration/shuttle costs.)
Shuttle Transport Edgemont to Custer or Deadwood $75 includes shuttle and bike transport.
ONE SHUTTLE TIME: Bus & bike trailers will depart Edgemont late-evening. If you would like to arrange your own shuttle, visit www.mickelsontrailaffiliates.com for a list of services.
The Big Mick is not a race. If you choose to speed ride the event and want to leave Edgemont early - you must secure/pay your own transportation.
Event fees are non-refundable!
Big Mick event & shuttle costs include SD Sales Tax.
Start Times:
5:00 am - 6 am: Deadwood Trailhead
11:00 am - 12 pm: at Mountain Trailhead (north of Custer)
All riders must finish the event and arrive in Edgemont by 6:00pm
Shuttles leave Edgemont by 7 pm
Be sure to register by April 15 to ensure you receive 2023 event t-shirt
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Water Stops/Snacks |
Water is available at all trailheads.
Breakfast: On your own
Lou Lou's Bombdiggity's will open early for coffee & treats!
(across the street from trailhead)
Snack Station: Mystic
Lunch: The Custer Beacon
Snack Station: Minnekahta Junction
Dinner in Edgemont: TBD
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Century+ Ride & Half-Century Ride |
Century+ Ride:
Ride the George S. Mickelson Trail from Deadwood to Edgemont - 109 miles.
Half-Century Ride:
Ride from the Mountain Trailhead (Custer) to Edgemont - 49 miles.
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Questions? |
For event-related questions, please click on the Contact the Organizers button on the left-hand side of this page. We'll respond ASAP.
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