MAAH DAAH HEY 50 MTB
Best option for the “average” to “above average” racer that still might want to be able to take the kids on a hike in Theodore Roosevelt National Park the day after the race. Just about any serious mountain biker can ride 50 miles if they really put their mind to it. With no river crossing, this is an awesome option to choose to challenge your skills and push your limits to the max.
total distance
56 miles
race start
August 5th, 2023
6AM MDT
Aid Station 2, Little Missouri River
elevation gain
5,984 feet
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race logistics
terrain
The Maah Daah Hey trail offers as many descents as climbs, and they are usually not far apart. There is minimal cover from the elements and wildlife abound along the trail. Hence the name BADLANDS. You will set out on what some consider the roughest and toughest part of the trail. 95% of your travels will be on single-track, 4% on Badlands gravel roads, 1% pavement to the finish line.
River crossing
You will not have to cross the muddy Little Missouri River, but you will have multiple small creek crossings. Some of those crossings will be wet, some dry, some rocky, and some muddy. Be ready for anything.
aid stations
You will have one major aid station stop at approximately the half way point. Volunteers will be ready with food, liquids and any drop bags given to our staff by riders before the race. Tailwind sports drink will be available at this Aid Station, located on the map below.
LODGING
Your best bet will be to stay in Medora, ND the night before and after the race. Book your Medora lodging accommodations through our official race partner, the Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation. Accommodations can be booked here.
checkpoints
There are multiple checkpoints where the Maah Daah Hey Trail intersects the back roads of the Bakken Oil Field. These are your only “bailout” options, volunteers will be standing by at these points with to assist you. There will be water and portable bathrooms available at these checkpoints, located on the racecourse map.
support vehicles
SAG drivers can visit our page with more information about driving the course and for directions by clicking here. This page will have directions, details about the road, and other information specifically for drivers.
no more shuttles!
We are NO longer providing shuttles. EVERY participant must have their own transportation to the starting line of the race. EVERY participant must have someone available to get them off the race course if they are unable to make it to the finish. Every participant must have a way to communicate with their personal transportation. This is for the safety of our participants, thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
finish line
At the finish line in Medora there will be plenty of food, drinks, and stories to tell. The award ceremony will be at 3:30pm.