On July 25, 2026, the MCMBA Tree Farm Relay takes place in Novi, Michigan at 601 S. Lake Drive. This mountain bike relay event offers three distance options: 40, 60, and 80 miles, giving teams flexibility based on their experience and goals. The race starts at 9:00 AM. Entry costs $140.00 per team. As a relay format, this event allows athletes to divide the workload across multiple riders, making it an accessible option for building camaraderie while tackling serious mileage on singletrack. Teams should plan logistics accordingly, as relay events require coordination for smooth transitions between riders.
From the Race Organizer
Get ready to hit the trails at the 21st annual Tree Farm Relay Event at Lakeshore Park in Novi! Before you register, - Make sure you have 4 participants for a team ( if you doing a less than 4 person team enter place holder info) - Gather names, emails, ad birthdates for everyone (if you don't have this info yet, just enter placeholder info) - Add all the participants, specifying the SAME category - Select "create a new team" for the first person on your team, and then add each of the other three to that team. It’s the same fun, crazy race that you have all come to love! But we've added a new category this year! 100 TEAM LIMIT! This event usually sells out, so don’t delay. New for this year ... we are allowing relay teams to roll with less than 4 folks . Sport class only , and your team will still need to pay for the full team slot. If you want to ride 4 laps yourself as a fun way to test yourself or roll with just 1 or 2 friends? We hear you! Only a traditional 4 person team will be eligible for awards, but everyone can get in on the joy! Sport (men, women and co-ed), Advanced (men, women and co-ed) and Costume classes. A new class this year... Masters Open! This race is a four person team relay: one lap for each Sport or Costume rider, 2 laps for each Advanced rider. Masters will do 6 laps (your choice of how many each rider does), and is gender neutral, but is for riders 45 and older . Fast 10 mile course layout using two-track and single-track. Race officials reserve the right to modify the course in case of inclement weather Mens, Womens and co-ed divisions in each class (Costume Class is all co-ed), except for Masters which is "open". One of the opposite sex, required to qualify a Co-ed team. Masters can be any combination. Time bonus awarded for best costumes in Costume Class. Costumes must be worn during racing – choose wisely. Costume judging 30 minutes prior to start time. All participants must be present for judging. No age divisions, except Masters is 45 and older. Timing by our friends at MiSCA Day-of registration pricing is $TBD Advanced teams start at 9:00 am, registration cut-off at 8:30 am Sport and Costume teams start at 11:00 am, registration cut-off at 10:30 am
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for July 25.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Novi, MI.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
When is MCMBA Tree Farm Relay 2026 2026 — Novi, MI?
MCMBA Tree Farm Relay 2026 2026 — Novi, MI takes place on July 25, 2026. The race is held in Novi, Michigan.
Where is MCMBA Tree Farm Relay 2026 2026 — Novi, MI held?
MCMBA Tree Farm Relay 2026 2026 — Novi, MI is held at 601 S. Lake Drive in Novi, Michigan.
Where can I find hotels near MCMBA Tree Farm Relay 2026 2026 — Novi, MI?
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