The 2026 Seeley Lions PreFat Bike Race starts at 9:30 AM on August 22, so plan your travel accordingly if arriving from out of town. Based out of the OO Trailhead in Seeley, Wisconsin, this fat bike event offers three distance options: 12 miles, 17 miles, and 22 miles. Entry fees range from $35 to $80 depending on your chosen distance. Fat biking requires specific equipment, so confirm your bike setup well before race day. Seeley is in northern Wisconsin, so account for the drive time and consider lodging options nearby. The August timing means summer conditions, though weather in northern Wisconsin can shift quickly. Register early as fat bike races often fill up, and having your entry locked in removes last-minute stress.
From the Race Organizer
SATURDAY, AUGUST 22, 2026 General Race Information All bikes (mountain, fat, and single-speed), race against each other in the following races - Expert, Sport, and Citizen. Class 1 Peddle Assist E-bikes are allowed in each race, but are not eligible for prizes. (Sorry, no Tandem bikes will be allowed) The race start and finish are at the Birkie OO Trail Head, three miles east from Seeley on County Highway “OO”. Each registered race participant will be given a food and beverage ticket. Food and beverages will be available to non-racers at a nominal charge. Award times TBD – we will update when known Race Course Maps Trail maintenance and logging may force changes - we will notify racers by email by Thursday, August 20th and also have notices available when you pick up your race number. Click here to see the Citizen, Sport and Expert course maps on RideWithGPS where you can download the files to your phone app or GPS head unit. If the link doesn't work, copy and paste this url into your browser: https://ridewithgps.com/collections/2113549 . Experts please note that your course has been lengthened by 0.5 miles and now includes a section near the end following the end that drops down Picnic Table Hill on the Birkie Trail and then follows a portion of the Makwa Trail back toward the long straightaway to the finish line. This section is not represented on the Expert course map here, but will be flagged on race day. The course map for the Newbie Course is here: https://ridewithgps.com/trips/361715015 Registration Information - total combined riders limited to 300 (because of internet reliability -we have the following in place to ensure you are registered in the timing data base) T HERE WILL BE NO REGISTRATION ON RACE DAY - Registration closes on Friday, August 21, 2026, at 9:00 pm Registered participants may change their event at bib pick up or by going to your RunSignUp registration account before picking up your bib No changes on race day. Event registrations are not transferable and fees are not refundable for any reason including race cancellation. Entry Fee Schedule Open - July 26 EXPERT = $60 SPORT = $55 Sr CITIZEN = $45 July 27 - Aug 16 EXPERT = $70 SPORT = $65 Sr CITIZEN = $55 Aug 17 - Aug 21 EXPERT = $80 SPORT = $75 Sr CITIZEN = $65 Jr CITIZEN - registration fee is set at $35 from Open registration thru August 21 Bib Pick-up I nformation Location on both days - Sawmill Saloon located on Highway 63 in Seeley, WI, located 10 miles north of Hayward. Friday - Aug 21, 2026 from 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm Race Day, Aug 22, 2026 from 8:00 am – 9:45 am - (Be sure to allow at least 30 minutes to drive to 00, park and get to the start) Individual Race Information 22 Mile EXPERT Race – 10 am start - A fast, technical, and physically challenging race course, for the advanced skilled, and conditioned riders age 15 and older. Prize $ for the first 3 overall men and women Age Category awards for 15-19 and then every 10 years ages 20+ (20-29, 30 -39 etc.) for top 3 male and female riders 17 Mile SPORT Race – 9:45 am start A fast, less technical, yet challenging course for the moderately skilled and conditioned rider. For riders age 13 and older Age Category awards for 13-19 and then every 10 years age 20+ (20-29, 30 -39 etc.) for top 3 male and female riders 12 Mile CITIZEN Race (Junior and Senior Divisions) – 9:30 am start A less technical, rolling course for beginner to moderately skilled and conditioned riders Senior Division – ages 17+ with Age Category awards for 17-19 and then every 10 years 20+ (20-29, 30 -39 etc.) for top 3 male and female riders Junior Division – ages 10 – 16 with Age Category 10 -16 for top 3 male and female riders. 3.5 Mile NEWBIE Race Canceled due to technical issues CUB EVENT The PreFat Kid’s event is back! It will be held at approximately 12:30 (after most of the racers have finished) This event is open to anyone 10 and under. Race is free! (donations welcome) Register in the kids tent on Saturday - each racer will need a signed waiver The riding will be supervised by members from the local bike team but parents are welcome to ride with their participant. The racers will ride the last 2k of the race course and finish at the official finish gate. There is a turn off option for younger kids who do not want to ride the single track portion. This is a fun event and will not be timed, riders can ride as many times as they want Each rider will get a bike plate number and small token 2025 RACE RESULTS https://endurancepromotions.com/ResultDetails.aspx?id=1703 please check our web page for Lions Club activity https://www.e-clubhouse.org/sites/seeley/ Tom Matthiae - COURSE Chief Judy Rowley Registration
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Race Travel Insurance
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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Seeley, WI.
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and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
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When is 2026 Seeley Lions PreFat Bike Race 2026 — Seeley, WI?
2026 Seeley Lions PreFat Bike Race 2026 — Seeley, WI takes place on August 22, 2026. The race is held in Seeley, Wisconsin.
Where is 2026 Seeley Lions PreFat Bike Race 2026 — Seeley, WI held?
2026 Seeley Lions PreFat Bike Race 2026 — Seeley, WI is held at OO Trailhead, Seeley, Wisconsin in Seeley, Wisconsin.
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