Winter bicycle riding and racing have become popular in Cook County since the advent of “Fat Bikes” which use unusually large tires with lots of tread to grip the snow. Riders can test their fat bike skills and fitness against others in the upcoming Norpine Classic that will be held Saturday, January 11, 2020. Staff photo
Returning to Lutsen, Minn. for the fourth year, registration is now open for the Norpine Fat Bike Classic.
On Saturday, Jan. 11, 2020, riders will have the opportunity to challenge their winter cycling endurance as they pedal across established cross-country ski trails on the Norpine Cross Country Trail system.
Riders can register for either the long 26-mile course (10 a.m. start) or short 15-mile course (10:05 a.m. start).
The race start and finish are also new this year with Cascade Lodge hosting pre and post-race registration and festivities. Thom and Jelena McAleer, owners of Cascade Lodge, are excited to bring bikers along with their friends and families to the lodge and pub.
The 45NRTH Post Race Party located at 3719 West Highway 61, Lutsen, Minn. will include local libations from North Shore Winery and Voyageur Brewing.
Superior Cycling Association (SCA) is an organizational partner of the Norpine Fat Bike Classic. Registration fees and donations go toward funding trail building and maintenance in Grand Marais and Lutsen. You can find out more about the SCA and their ongoing trails and projects here: superiorcycling.org/.
For more information on riding or spectating, please visit: www.visitcookcounty.com/event/norpinefat bike-classic/
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