Mud Sweat and Gears MTB Race
- Date Sat 29th August 2026
- Time 10:00AM CDT
- Location Hudson, Illinois
- Price Free - $27.50
- Races 5 races
- Distances Ultra, 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of mountain biking at the Mud Sweat and Gears MTB Race on Saturday, August 29, 2026, in the scenic Hudson, McLean area! This vibrant event takes place at the beautiful Comlara Park trail system, featuring a fresh race location near the world's largest square knot. Riders of all skill levels will be challenged by a variety of terrains, including new single track sections along Evergreen Lake, open fields, and double tracks.
Participants can choose from several race distances: the Novice loop spans approximately 6-8 miles, perfect for beginners and youth, while the Sport loop offers a thrilling 14.75 miles for more experienced riders. For the seasoned pros, the Expert loop will tackle two laps of the Sport route. Plus, there’s a free kids race for those under 12, ensuring that everyone can join in on the fun! For those looking for a relaxed experience, the Caboose event allows riders to select either the Novice or Sport/Expert courses in a non-competitive format. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to embrace the outdoors and enjoy a day filled with adventure, camaraderie, and the spirit of competition!
Participants can choose from several race distances: the Novice loop spans approximately 6-8 miles, perfect for beginners and youth, while the Sport loop offers a thrilling 14.75 miles for more experienced riders. For the seasoned pros, the Expert loop will tackle two laps of the Sport route. Plus, there’s a free kids race for those under 12, ensuring that everyone can join in on the fun! For those looking for a relaxed experience, the Caboose event allows riders to select either the Novice or Sport/Expert courses in a non-competitive format. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to embrace the outdoors and enjoy a day filled with adventure, camaraderie, and the spirit of competition!
Organiser's Description
Mud Sweat & Gears is a mountain bike race held at the Comlara park trail system.
New for 2025, is the race location will be held at Comlara park boat launch [https://www.google.com/maps/place/World%E2%80%99s+Largest+Square+Knot/@40.6360969,-89.0331244,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x880b9f1cdf4ce9b9:0xc0d093602bb4601e!8m2!3d40.6360969!4d-89.0331244!16s%2Fg%2F11ptzm935g?hl=en&entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDcwOS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D] near the worlds largest square knot. The race will traverse new sections of single track along Evergreen Lake with sections of open fields, double track, single track and few short road sections connecting trails for the sport and expert classes. Novice and Kids loops will be off-road and no road sections.
Novice loop [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_61PRLdlJSV7ABh7io4_IOBhY7rHTn_WB8P8KZfeDms/edit?usp=sharing]will be approximately 6-8 miles.
Sport loop [https://docs.google.com/document/d/12VE1C6k47xqWtu0EkrGe3aSehOXoHmXyNqoFlcsnJJY/edit?usp=sharing]will be approximately 14.75 miles. Please Review the course guide [https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/xmeww4mx98ivi77m2qg3w/Mud-Sweat-and-Gears-Course-Guide-SD-480p.mov?rlkey=tmcrdgbe8dtbwni56987l7ud2&st=q1y1ehp6&dl=0], related to road sections. Follow rules of the road on your bike.
Expert loop [https://docs.google.com/document/d/12VE1C6k47xqWtu0EkrGe3aSehOXoHmXyNqoFlcsnJJY/edit?usp=sharing] will be two loops of the Sport Loop.
There is a free kids race for those under the age of 12.
The Caboose event, is a non-competitive event in which riders can choose either the Novice or Sport/Expert courses, no awards will be given. We recommend those participating in this class to carry a cell phone and report on any issues related to mechanical issues which may prevent you from finishing in the allotted time.
Sport and Expert riders will need to pay attention to short sections of public roads that connect the trail systems. The roads will be open to all traffic during the event.
New for 2025, is the race location will be held at Comlara park boat launch [https://www.google.com/maps/place/World%E2%80%99s+Largest+Square+Knot/@40.6360969,-89.0331244,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x880b9f1cdf4ce9b9:0xc0d093602bb4601e!8m2!3d40.6360969!4d-89.0331244!16s%2Fg%2F11ptzm935g?hl=en&entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDcwOS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D] near the worlds largest square knot. The race will traverse new sections of single track along Evergreen Lake with sections of open fields, double track, single track and few short road sections connecting trails for the sport and expert classes. Novice and Kids loops will be off-road and no road sections.
Novice loop [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_61PRLdlJSV7ABh7io4_IOBhY7rHTn_WB8P8KZfeDms/edit?usp=sharing]will be approximately 6-8 miles.
Sport loop [https://docs.google.com/document/d/12VE1C6k47xqWtu0EkrGe3aSehOXoHmXyNqoFlcsnJJY/edit?usp=sharing]will be approximately 14.75 miles. Please Review the course guide [https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/xmeww4mx98ivi77m2qg3w/Mud-Sweat-and-Gears-Course-Guide-SD-480p.mov?rlkey=tmcrdgbe8dtbwni56987l7ud2&st=q1y1ehp6&dl=0], related to road sections. Follow rules of the road on your bike.
Expert loop [https://docs.google.com/document/d/12VE1C6k47xqWtu0EkrGe3aSehOXoHmXyNqoFlcsnJJY/edit?usp=sharing] will be two loops of the Sport Loop.
There is a free kids race for those under the age of 12.
The Caboose event, is a non-competitive event in which riders can choose either the Novice or Sport/Expert courses, no awards will be given. We recommend those participating in this class to carry a cell phone and report on any issues related to mechanical issues which may prevent you from finishing in the allotted time.
Sport and Expert riders will need to pay attention to short sections of public roads that connect the trail systems. The roads will be open to all traffic during the event.
Races
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Novice Class
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 29th August 2026 (10:00AM CDT)
$27.50
OPENS 06 JUL -
Sport Class
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 29th August 2026 (10:00AM CDT)
$27.50
OPENS 05 JUL -
Expert Class
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 29th August 2026 (10:00AM CDT)
$27.50
OPENS 05 JUL -
The Caboose
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Sat 29th August 2026 (10:00AM CDT)
$16.90
OPENS 05 JUL -
Kids Mtb-Under 12
Sat 29th August 2026 (10:00AM CDT)
Free
OPENS 06 JUL
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