RATPOD 2026 2026 — Dillon, MT

Date
January 14, 2026
Location
Dillon, MT
Venue
710 S. Atlantic St
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$0.00 – $125.00
Events
127-Mile Road Ride, 65-Mile Gravel/Pavement Route, RATPOD Unlimited - VIRTUAL event (Your RATPOD, Your Way)
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RATPOD 2026 is a cycling event held in Dillon, Montana on January 14, 2026, offering two distance options: a 127-mile ride and a 5-mile option. The race starts at 8:00 AM from 710 S. Atlantic Street. Entry fees range from free to $125.00 depending on which distance you select. Dillon sits in southwestern Montana at roughly 5,000 feet elevation, making it a practical base for winter cycling training or a destination race during the early season. If you're traveling to compete, you'll want accommodations within easy reach of the venue and support for pre-race logistics. The combination of longer and shorter distance options means the event can serve both serious cyclists tackling the full century-plus distance and those seeking a shorter winter outing.

From the Race Organizer
RATPOD is a one-day, charity cycling ride which supports Camp Mak-A-Dream's mission of providing a Montana experience and empowering cancer survivors and their families to live with and beyond their diagnosis. Taking place in Dillon, MT with the remarkable scenic Big Hole Valley of southwestern Montana as your backdrop. Riders will encounter wilderness mountain ranges and pristine rivers. It is bicycle nirvana! This year’s event will be the FINAL RATPOD & feature Route options : ORIGINAL 127 mile road ride Gravel/pavement 65 mile route Registration opens January 14, 2026 and registration fees are as follows : Entry Fee – $125 Minimum fundraising - $150 Registration includes packet, bib, food during ride, Friday evening dinner, Saturday evening post event meal and rider support services (which vary by route). Riders have a minimum fundraising requirement of $150 per person.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is RATPOD 2026 2026 — Dillon, MT?

RATPOD 2026 2026 — Dillon, MT takes place on January 14, 2026. The race is held in Dillon, Montana.

Where is RATPOD 2026 2026 — Dillon, MT held?

RATPOD 2026 2026 — Dillon, MT is held at 710 S. Atlantic St in Dillon, Montana.

Where can I find hotels near RATPOD 2026 2026 — Dillon, MT?

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