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Race #3 of the D&D Bicycles 2021 MiSCA Race Series.
MERRELL TRAIL | ROCKFORD, MI

A machine-built trail that was built specifically with mountain bikers in mind, this trail flows and takes you for a fun ride, while still introducing some technical challenges in the form of roots and rocks. Merrell alternates direction depending on the day, so please plan your pre-rides accordingly. Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday follow red Arrows in a counter-clockwise direction. Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday follow yellow arrows in a clockwise direction. The trail will flow in race direction on Saturday, September 18th for pre-rides and course setup. Parking and main staging area will be out of Premier Park and the West Michigan Sports complex off of Ten Mile Rd in Rockford.

CAMPING: While camping is not available at the sports complex, Wabasis Lake Campground is located 15 miles east of the Merrell Trail. Reserve online at https://web1.vermontsystems.com/wbwsc/mikentctywt.wsc/search.html?module=RN&display=graphical

These are student-only races for Elementary, Middle, and High School-ages. No team, no problem – students can participate as individuals. To be eligible to race, students must be registered in SportsSignUp Play. Additionally, the rider will register for the races they plan to participate in.

• Early-bird discount ends September 5th. Online registration closes September 16th. No same-day registration.
• Please apply for financial assistance if price is a concern miscabike.org/scholarship
• Facebook Event: facebook.com/events/2756062774656708
• Registration Website: https://www.miscabike.org/register (create your account now, registration opens soon)
• Parking and event staging will occur at Premier Park and West Michigan Sports Complex. Entry to park at the Sports Complex is $5 per car.
• Driving Directions: [GOOGLE]
• Volunteers Needed: [SignUp.com]

Merrell Trail MiSCA Course

Downloadable course map: [PDF]

ADVANCED COURSE (5.8 miles) [GPX]

• VARSITY: 3 Laps (17.4 miles)
• JUNIOR VARSITY: 2 Laps (11.6 miles)
• ADVANCED MIDDLE SCHOOL: 2 Laps (11.6 miles)

BEGINNER COURSE (4 miles) [GPX]

• NOVICE: 2 Laps (8 miles)
• ADVANCED ELEMENTARY: 2 Laps (8 miles)
• UPPER ELEMENTARY: 1 Lap (4 miles)
• LOWER ELEMENTARY: 1 Lap (4 miles)

RIDERS MUST REPORT TO STAGING AT THE ASSIGNED TIMES BELOW
Download the full staging list by Category

Trail maintained by West Michigan Mountain Biking Alliance (WMMBA) wmmba.org