Race Rules & Trail Etiquette

Below are the rules and regulations for this year’s Iceman Cometh Challenge!

Please also look at the USA Cycling rules because we abide by those as well.

Most of all have fun! We will see you in November.

  1. Bell’s Iceman Cometh Challenge follows the USAC rules, MTB Rules start on page 91: bit.ly/USACRULES22
  2. You must pick up your packet in person. ID REQUIRED (Exception: parents/guardians may pick up for their children under 18)
  3. No headphones Bluetooth speakers, or other audio devices that will impede your ability or other people’s ability to hear on the trail
  4. No E-bikes or motorized bikes
  5. Be Polite. Announce if you are passing and move out of the way if you are being passed
  6. Be Aware. If your bike breaks down or you are injured, please step off the trail if able
  7. Water/Feeding Stations. There are three water/feeding stations throughout the Iceman Course. These are NOT medical stations. If there is an emergency, please call the number on your plate 231-944-5437 and our Search and Rescue team will take it from there
  8. If you need to drop out of the race, please report your drop by texting 231-944-5437 your name and a photo of your plate number. There will be several transports available back to the Bissell Celebration Zone
  9. Watch for Deer. We have posted signs for the deer to tell them to be aware of riders however, in the event the deer can’t read, please watch for them
  10. Most importantly, RIDE FAST & HAVE FUN!