Peak2Peak Mountain Bike Classic
Michigan’s most spectacular mountain bike race. Fall colors, technical terrain, and over $10K in cash prizes.
Race with us on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Crystal Mountain.
The beautiful colors, hardwood and pine forests, rambling two-tracks, and flowing single-tracks will have you humming while you race. Over $10k in cash prizes will be up for grabs!
This epic event takes place on the scenic, gently rolling terrain around Crystal Mountain, beginning and ending at the resort! The race offers several highlights, starting with the venue itself. The trail network, which spans the Crystal Mountain property and adjacent state land, offers some of Michigan’s most enjoyable riding experiences. The hardwood and pine forests, along with winding two-track and flowing single-track trails, create an exhilarating racing experience. The course is designed to be fast, challenging, yet accessible for newcomers to the sport.
Additionally, the pre-race and post-race activities at the Mountain are always enjoyable. While adults often indulge in post-race drinks, the overall atmosphere remains family friendly. The timing also adds to the appeal: pleasant temperatures and stunning fall colors make it perfect for spirited competition and family fun.
Registration will open in late November.
Race Location: Crystal Mountain Resort (12500 Crystal Mountain Dr, Thompsonville, MI 49683)
REGISTER
This Race is Included in the following series:
The Boundless Race & Ride Company Grand Prix presented by orsa credit union aims to find out who’s best across gravel and mountain in a head-to-head, dual-discipline showdown.
We are proud to be an expansion race of the Michigan Off-Road Championship, a series of races dedicated to getting more people out riding the trails we love.
Events
Schedule
Friday, October 16, 2026
PACKET PICKUP
4:00pm to 6:30 pm
Location: Crystal Mountain Pavilion Tent (big white tent near the base of the Clipper Chairlift)
*You can still register for the race
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Race Day Timeline:
- 8:00am – Packet pickup and Day-of Registration opens at the big tent.
- 8:30am – 9:30am – Bike shop and business sponsors setup, music starts.
- 9:00am – Music and live announcing
- 9:20am – Presentation of the National Anthem
- 9:30am – Sport start
- 9:54am – Beginner start
- 10:15am – Clipper chairlift starts operation
- 11:00am – First keg is tapped, beer tent is open!
- 11:45am – Awards ceremony for Beginner category
- 12:50pm – Pros and Expert start
- 1:15 pm – Awards ceremony for Sport category
- 4:00pm – Awards ceremony for Pros and Experts
Wave Starts, Saturday, October 17, 2026
Sport (2 laps):
- 9:30am – Men 25-34
- 9:32am – Men 35-39
- 9:34am – Men 40-44 / All Men Single Speed
- 9:36am – Men 45-49
- 9:38am – Men Fat Bike
- 9:40am – Men 50-54
- 9:42am – Clydesdale / All Tandems
- 9:44am – Men 15-24
- 9:46am – Men 55-59
- 9:48am – Men 60-64 / Men 65+
- 9:50am – Women 15-29 / Women 30-39 / Women 40-47 / Women 48-54 / Women 55+
- 9:52am – Athena / Women Fat Bike / Women Single Speed / Boys and Girls 11-14
Beginner (1 lap):
- 9:54am – Men 12-19 / Men 20-39 / Clydesdale / Singlespeed
- 9:56am – Men 40-49 / Men 50+ / Men and Women Fat Bike
- 9:58am – Women 12-19 / Women 20-39 / Women 40-49
- 10:00am – Athena / Women 50+ / Boys and Girls 11 and under (must be accompanied by an adult)
Pro/Elite/Expert (3 laps):
- 12:50pm – Pro/Elite Men
- 12:50:30 – Pro/Elite Women
- 12:52pm – Expert Men 17 and Under / Expert Men 18-29
- 12:54pm – Expert Men 30-39
- 12:56pm – Expert Men 40-44
- 12:58pm – Expert Men 45-49 / All Expert Men Single Speed
- 1:00 – Expert Men 50-59 / Expert Men 60+ / Expert Men Clydesdale / Expert Men Fat Bike
- 1:02 – All Expert Women (including Single Speed, Athena, and Fat Bike)
Please note, times are subject to change as we get closer to race day based on rider feedback from the previous year.
Pricing & Info
Pricing
We get it—everything’s getting more expensive, including racing. Our priority is you. We never want cost to be the reason you skip a race, so we’re adding some money-saving options to make racing more accessible. See below for details.
Volunteer
Want to lower race costs? Volunteer!
At most Tris4Health and Boundless Race & Ride Company events, volunteering earns vouchers for future races. Choose a shift, register, and rack up vouchers—values depend on the role, and you can combine them at checkout.
Go Shirtless!
You have a lot of racing shirts. Don’t need another one? Select the shirtless option during the registration process to save $5. It’s not much, but it all adds up!
Refer a Friend
Do you have friends? Do they want to race? Refer 5 people to the race and we will refund you $20 automatically. It’s as simple as that. For instructions on how to use your referral links, please follow these instructions.
Automatic Discounts for Kids 19 and under
Ages 11 and under for $25, no tiers.
Ages 12-19 race for $35, no tiers.
We love seeing young athletes jump in—even when they’re faster than us. If you can, please register early; it helps us plan and avoid over-ordering swag.
Please note, kids 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult who can register for free by reaching out to us at: info@boundlessrr.co. The adult MUST register to be allowed on-course. If you are part of a team please let us know as it doesn’t need to be one-to-one adult to child. If you have a couple of people who want to sweep a team of kids we can make that work.
Team Discounts
Riding is better with friends!
Reach out for a team discount if you’re bringing a group of 5 or more! For full details of our team program, please visit this link.
"The Jon & John Life Sucks Scholarship"
Racing costs are up—you feel it, we do, too. If pricing is out of reach (job change, big family, waited too long to sign up, whatever), tell us what you can afford—even if it’s $0—and we’ll work something out. No judgment, no questions. We believe people are good and sometimes need a hand. We do reserve the right to limit free or reduced entries, but we’ve offered this for years at The Dirty Mitten without issues.
Registration Info
Important registration information
Please read all of the information below before registering.
- This race is subject to Boundless Race & Ride Company’s Risk-Free Racing Policy.
- Refunds are available 60 days or more before the date of your race.
- Between 60 days and 1 week out from event, you can defer your entry and claim a voucher/credit towards a future Boundless Race & Ride Company or Tris4Health event worth the value of your original entry fee (minus any fees from the registration platform). This must be used within 1 year of your original purchase date.
- In the event the Event is delayed, modified or cancelled for any reason, including but not limited to acts of God or the elements (including without limitation, wind, rough water, rain, hail, lightning, hurricane, tornado, earthquake), acts of terrorism, fire, or any other cause beyond the control of Boundless Race & Ride Company, there shall be no refund of the entry fee or any other costs incurred in connection with the Event.
- Transfers to a higher-priced race at the same event are acceptable, but will require paying the price difference. Transfers to lower-priced races at the same event are acceptable, but you will not receive a refund. Email info@boundlessrr.co to request the transfer.
Boundless Race & Ride Company reserves the right to modify the maximum number of participants in each race.
Who is Boundless Race & Ride Company?
“Boundless Race & Ride Company” is a new cycling-focused brand under Michigan Endurance Holdings, LLC, which also owns the “Tris4Health” brand.
Since its inception in 2019 with two multisport events, Michigan Endurance Holdings has grown to produce over 20 events each year. All our cycling events are organized under the Boundless Race & Ride Company brand. We maintain the same team and standards as with our Tris4Health brand, but with a specific focus on races and rides featuring two wheels.
What's up with the elite category?
The Elite category is designed for riders who want to test themselves against the strongest field in the Boundless Race & Ride Company Grand Prix. To earn series points toward the Elite title, you must register in the Elite category at each event. We’ve mixed in select race distances across the series to reveal the most complete, all-around cyclist.
What do I get with my registration?
- Swag Item (TBD, 2025 was a Specialized water bottle)
- Free entry into the Boundless Race & Ride Company Grand Prix
- Customized (small!) number plate with chip timing by SportStats
- Well-marked course with volunteers and police at pre-determined intersections
- Aid Stations (depending on distance)
- Killer awards and prizes
- Option to purchase photos from Rob Mendeering
Awards/Categories
New for 2026: We’re standardizing award categories across every race. Age-group awards will now be in 5-year increments for men and women at all distances. We’re also recognizing Clydesdale, Athena, Single Speed, and Fat Bike across every distance. Age groups will be based on your age at the end of the year to keep things consistent across all events for scoring.
Awards go to the top three in each category—except Elite, which recognizes the top five.
Looking to race at the sharp end? The Elite wave is designed for our most competitive athletes. Expect prize money at every event, plus a larger cash purse for Elite racers at the Grand Prix.
Peak2Peak Elite Prize Money (M/F)
- 1st – $1000
- 2nd – $500
- 3rd – $250
- 4th – $125
- 5th – $75
Peak2Peak Expert Prize Money (M/F)
- 1st Place: $100
- 2nd Place: $50
- 3rd Place: $25
Age Groups
- 10-14
- 15-19
- 20-24
- 25-29
- 30-34
- 35-39
- 40-44
- 45-49
- 50-54
- 55-59
- 60-64
- 65-69
- 70-74
- 75-79
- 80+
Participant List
The participant list can be found here.
Packet Pickup
We have two options for packet pickup:
Friday (4:00 pm – 6:30 pm)
Race Morning (8:00 am – 11:00 am)
Crystal Mountain Pavilion Tent (big white tent near the base of the Clipper Chairlift)
*You can still register for the race
Event Info
Event Communication
In the event of an emergency or if we need to communicate important information on event day, please stay tuned to our social media accounts on Facebook and Instagram, as well as your email and venue PA announcements.
Post Race Food
Upon finishing, athletes can expect to receive bananas, oranges, cookies, and chips at the post-race food tent. Gatorade and water will also be distributed.
Our friends at Crystal Mountain will have food and beer available for purchase as well.
Volunteers
Volunteers are critical to a safe a successful event!
If you, a friend, a family member, or your organization can spare time to volunteer at one or multiple shifts, your time is greatly appreciated. There are flexible shifts available with numerous opportunities to participate, including supporting course aid stations, registration, finish line, and more. All volunteers will be provided with a meal and a shirt for their time.
Please sign up to volunteer using the menu item above.
Our events would not happen without the support of our volunteers, so thank you in advance for the part you will play in helping our athletes chase their goals/dreams and achieve competitive excellence. If you have any questions or encounter issues while registering as a volunteer, please contact volunteer@tris4health.com.
Course Cutoff
Hasn’t been an issue in the past. If you’re slow enough that you are interfering with the race behind you we might pull you, but we don’t expect it to be a problem.
Weather
The weather can vary greatly from year to year, with an average low of 43 and a high of 60. The last few years can be found below:
2025
- 9am – 64.9 degrees, with 6.90 mph wind.
- 12pm – 75.0 degrees with 4.6 mph wind.
- 3pm – 79.0 degrees with 0 mph wind.
2024
- 9am – 37.9 degrees, with 18 mph wind.
- 12pm – 37.0 degrees with 15 mph wind.
- 3pm – 43.0 degrees with 13.8 mph wind.
2023
- 9am – 37.0 degrees, with 6.9 mph wind.
- 12pm – 42.1 degrees with 9.21 mph wind.
- 3pm – 45.0 degrees with 10.4 mph wind.
Venue & Lodging Info
Where is this event held?
This event is held at Crystal Mountain in Thompsonville, MI.
Crystal will be offering great deals on lodging, spa packages, and more. Coming soon!
What is the parking like?
Parking is available on-site.
Have questions?