Hot Summer Singletrack Trail Race
- Date Sat 18th July 2026
- Time 8:00AM EDT
- Location Fort Wayne, Indiana
- Price $32.80
- Races 6 races
- Distances Ultra
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of adventure at the Hot Summer Singletrack Trail Race on Saturday, July 18th, 2026, in the beautiful Franke Park, Fort Wayne, Allen! This exciting event invites mountain bike riders, trail runners, and wheelchair athletes to tackle the park's technical dirt trails, all while enjoying the thrill of competition in the summer heat. Participants can choose between a three-hour or a six-hour challenge, with mountain bikers navigating a seven-mile loop, while trail runners can take on a three-mile loop. Wheelchair athletes will conquer a challenging course that includes both paved paths and gravel roads, available for either three or six hours.
The race kicks off at 8 AM, and the atmosphere promises to be vibrant and community-focused, with awards for the top finishers in each category. Race participants and their crews will enjoy delicious snacks and picnic-style food, thanks to UAW Local 2209, helping to keep registration fees low. Plus, young people aged 18 and under can join in the fun absolutely free! Don’t miss the chance to set up your base camp at Tent City near Derby Hill and make lasting memories with fellow athletes and supporters. Join us for a day filled with excitement, camaraderie
The race kicks off at 8 AM, and the atmosphere promises to be vibrant and community-focused, with awards for the top finishers in each category. Race participants and their crews will enjoy delicious snacks and picnic-style food, thanks to UAW Local 2209, helping to keep registration fees low. Plus, young people aged 18 and under can join in the fun absolutely free! Don’t miss the chance to set up your base camp at Tent City near Derby Hill and make lasting memories with fellow athletes and supporters. Join us for a day filled with excitement, camaraderie
Organiser's Description
Mountain bike riders, trail runners and wheelchair athletes will take on the technical dirt trails of Franke Park during the heat of the summer in the Hot Summer Singletrack.
Mountain bike riders can take on the six hour challenge or settle for a more reasonable three hour ride on a seven-mile loop of the technical dirt trails of Franke Park.
Wheelchair athletes can choose to follow a challenging course of paved path and gravel road for either three or six hours.
Trail runners can take on the six hour challenge or settle for a more reasonable three hour ride on a three-mile loop of the technical dirt trails of Franke Park.
The race begins at 8AM.
RACE INFO
AWARDS FOR THE WINNER OF EACH CATEGORY
TENT CITY NEAR THE HUB AT THE BASE OF DERBY HILL. BRING YOUR EZ UP ON RACE DAY AND SET UP BASE CAMP FOR YOU AND YOUR CREW
THE GRILL OPENS AT 11AM FOR RACE PARTICIPANTS AND CREW. SNACKS AND PICNIC-STYLE FOOD ARE INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION FEE
THANKS TO UAW LOCAL 2209, WE ARE ABLE TO KEEP REGISTRATIONS FEES LOW!
WE ARE ABLE TO MAKE THE RACE FREE TO YOUNG PEOPLE 18 AND UNDER
TIMELINE
FRIDAY
* 5:00PM-7:00PM-Packet pickup at the HUB in Franke Park
SATURDAY
* 7:00AM-7:45-Packet pickup
* 7:45AM-Race instructions and information.
* 8:00AM-Race Time
* 11:15PM-Three hour race awards
* 2:00PM- Six hour race awards
Mountain bike riders can take on the six hour challenge or settle for a more reasonable three hour ride on a seven-mile loop of the technical dirt trails of Franke Park.
Wheelchair athletes can choose to follow a challenging course of paved path and gravel road for either three or six hours.
Trail runners can take on the six hour challenge or settle for a more reasonable three hour ride on a three-mile loop of the technical dirt trails of Franke Park.
The race begins at 8AM.
RACE INFO
AWARDS FOR THE WINNER OF EACH CATEGORY
TENT CITY NEAR THE HUB AT THE BASE OF DERBY HILL. BRING YOUR EZ UP ON RACE DAY AND SET UP BASE CAMP FOR YOU AND YOUR CREW
THE GRILL OPENS AT 11AM FOR RACE PARTICIPANTS AND CREW. SNACKS AND PICNIC-STYLE FOOD ARE INCLUDED WITH REGISTRATION FEE
THANKS TO UAW LOCAL 2209, WE ARE ABLE TO KEEP REGISTRATIONS FEES LOW!
WE ARE ABLE TO MAKE THE RACE FREE TO YOUNG PEOPLE 18 AND UNDER
TIMELINE
FRIDAY
* 5:00PM-7:00PM-Packet pickup at the HUB in Franke Park
SATURDAY
* 7:00AM-7:45-Packet pickup
* 7:45AM-Race instructions and information.
* 8:00AM-Race Time
* 11:15PM-Three hour race awards
* 2:00PM- Six hour race awards
Races
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Six Hour Rider
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sat 18th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$32.80
Ride on a seven mile loop of the technical dirt trails in Franke Park for six hours. Picnic style foods, water, Coke and Sprite will be provided for all participants. -
Three Hour Rider
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sat 18th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$32.80
Ride a seven mile loop of the technical dirt trails in Franke Park for three hours. Picnic style foods, water, Coke and Sprite will be provided for all participants. -
Six Hour Runner
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sat 18th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$32.80
Run or walk a three mile loop of the technical dirt trails in Franke Park as a solo runner for six hours. Picnic style foods, water. hydration mixes, Coke and Sprite will be provided for all participants. -
Three Hour Runner
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sat 18th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$32.80
Race on a three mile loop of the technical dirt trails in Franke Park as a solo runner for three hours. Picnic style foods, water, hydration mixes, Coke and Sprite will be provided for all participants. -
Six Hour Wheelchair
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sat 18th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$32.80
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Three Hour Wheelchair
Incl. $2.80 Fee
Sat 18th July 2026 (8:00AM EDT)
$32.80
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Franke Park, 3411 Sherman Blvd, Fort Wayne, 46808, IN, United States
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