Ring of Fire
📍 Oregon, USA
mtb
Date
26 September 2026
Distance
50 miles
Elevation
1,639 m
Difficulty
mtbbeginner friendly
Wausau 24
Wisconsin, USA · 23–25 July 2027
Difficulty: 4/5 — Very hard
This endurance mountain bike event in Wausau, Wisconsin, offers challenges over 6, 12, or 24 hours on a course suitable for various skill levels. It is recognized as the Midwest's largest 24-hour mountain bike race, fostering a vibrant atmosphere with food, music, and activities for all.
Visit official site →- Distances
- 6-hour · 12-hour · 24-hour
- Surface
- singletrack, dirt
- Typical W/kg
- 2.8–3.8
Rider fit
Who it's for
The Wausau 24 is ideal for mountain bikers who enjoy a community-focused event and want to test their endurance across different time formats, from shorter challenges to a full 24-hour race.
Who will struggle
Riders who are new to mountain biking or lack specific endurance training for multi-hour off-road efforts, especially those aiming for the 12 or 24-hour categories, may find the course and event demands strenuous.
Training focus
Training should emphasize long-duration riding on varied mountain bike terrain, including consistent climbing and technical sections, coupled with robust nutritional planning and night riding practice for longer events.
Are you ready for this race?
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FAQs
What race durations are available for mountain biking?+
The Wausau 24 offers mountain bike races with duration options of 6 hours, 12 hours, and a full 24 hours.
What type of terrain can racers expect at the event?+
As a mountain bike race, participants should anticipate riding on singletrack and dirt trails typical of off-road cycling.
Are there activities for spectators and families during the event weekend?+
Yes, the 'Dirt Town' area serves as a central hub offering food trucks, local micro-brew beverages, live music, and exhibitor booths for both racers and visitors, alongside designated spectator points and kids' races on Saturday.
Where is the Wausau 24 event located?+
The race is held in Wausau, Wisconsin, located in the Midwest region of the United States.
What other events are part of the Wausau 24 weekend?+
The Wausau 24 weekend also includes the Wausau Trail Run, which offers 5K, 10K, and 20K options in a lap format, typically starting on the Friday of the event weekend.