Great Deer Chase presented by Cross Country Sports

Race Overview

Join us for the Great Deer Chase presented by Cross Country Sports on 2026-08-15 at Swedetown Recreation Area, Calumet, MI. Register for the race at this link.

Event Categories

• Onyx Racing Products Adventure Ride: Self-supported gravel/adventure ride that highlights historical sites throughout the Keweenaw. The course is TBD and will be 30-40 miles of gravel and pavement. A route GPX will be provided. Riders can start at any time, but must pick up their medal by 3pm.
• Onyx Racing Products Long Race: 20+ mile course including some of Swedetown's most challenging trails.
• Downwind Sports Medium Race: 12-18 miles on fast, fun blue trails.
• Level Up Branded Apparel Specialists Short Race: 6-10 miles on fun, beginner-friendly blue trails.
• Rhythm Bike Shop Youth Long Race (15 & Under): 3-6 miles on ski trails and easier singletrack.
• Level Up Branded Apparel Specialists Youth Short Race (12 & Under): 1-3 miles on ski trail and easier singletrack.
• Rhythm Bike Shop 100 Yard Untimed Tots Event: A free race for kids on tricycles, strider bikes, etc. If they are just learning to ride, here they can have the joy of participating.

Registration Perks

The first 120 registrants for the paid events will receive an event t-shirt from Level Up Branded Apparel Specialists and a custom top cap from Onyx Racing Products! Registrants 121-200 will receive a top cap, but not a t-shirt.

Special Events

Once again, held in conjunction with Calumet's Pasty Fest!