The GRIND Mountain Bike Festival is a weekend adventure for the whole family! Beyond the action on the race course, there’s a plethora of activities that will keep everyone entertained. The Festival begins Friday night with live music from two great bands on the Giants Ridge courtyard. Then on Saturday, it's race day! Beginning with the Long & Short GRIND, followed by the Junior GRIND and the Miner & Mini-Miners GRIND. After the races, the party doesn't stop there, explore gravity mountain bike trails, or stay for the Live Music and Vendor Village. With an abundance of activities, the GRIND Bike Race offers an action-packed weekend that guarantees endless fun and memories for the entire family. This year’s event will feature the Long GRIND (35 miles), Short GRIND (19 miles), Junior GRIND (5 miles) & Miners Kids Race! Register now for the ultimate test of strength & endurance on one of Minnesota’s most scenic and challenging race courses nestled in the heart of Minnesota’s Iron Range. E
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for August 15.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Biwabik, MN.
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
