MAAH DAAH HEY 13 MTB
The Maah Daah Hey 13 race course takes you across one of the most majestic single-track adventures in the world, with miles of uninterrupted trail through the rugged Badlands - the perfect option for a new rider. With just 13 miles of gorgeous, (relatively) simple Badlands single track, this race is not all, but mostly, downhill. 🔥
total distance
13.1 miles
race start
August 5th, 2023
6AM MDT
Buffalo Gap Campground
elevation gain
1,374 feet
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race logistics
terrain
The Maah Daah Hey 13 course offers as many descents as it does climbs, and they are usually not far apart. You will earn every downhill descent with an uphill climb, giving you the complete MDH experience. The last 3 miles of the race are a rewarding downhill. Your final stretch will include a 1 mile ride to the finish line on paved bike path.
River crossing
You will not have to cross the muddy Little Missouri River, but you will have multiple small creek crossings. Some of those crossings will be wet, some dry, some rocky, some muddy. Be ready for anything.
aid stations
There are NO Aid Stations on the MDH13 race course. You will need to carry everything you need with you or have a support vehicle for this short distance race. Water and Tailwind sports drink will be available at the approximate halfway point, at “Checkpoint India,” located on the map below.
LODGING
Your best bet will be to stay in Medora, ND the night before and after the race. On the “south end” of the trail, book your Medora lodging accommodations through our official race partner, the Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation. Accommodations can be booked here.
checkpoints
There is one checkpoint on the MDH13 course where the Maah Daah Hey Trail intersects the back roads of the Badlands. Your support and gear (SAG) vehicles can meet you at these spots. This checkpoint will also have WATER where you can refill your bike bottles and hydration packs. Volunteers will be standing by at these Checkpoints to assist you and your SAG driver.
support vehicles
SAG drivers can visit our page with more information about driving the course and for directions by clicking here. This page will have directions, details about the road, and other information specifically for drivers.
no more shuttles!
We are NO longer providing shuttles. EVERY participant must have their own transportation to the starting line of the race. EVERY participant must have someone available to get them off the race course if they are unable to make it to the finish. Every participant must have a way to communicate with their personal transportation. This is for the safety of our participants, thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
finish line
The race ends in Medora, ND. Electronic timing technology will immediately let you know your finishing time. There will be food and drinks at the finish line area, free for all racers and available for purchase for spectators. The awards ceremony will be held at 11:00am.