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Ely Nordic Ski and Bike Club Presents

The Hidden Valley Hammer Friday Night Mountain Bike Races
The name is hard-core but the Hidden Valley Hammer is for everyone. This is a fun, no-frills community event. Come ride your bike on some awesome single track and then hang out with other people who love riding.
Join us Friday nights in 2025 from May 23 through June 13. 
Race Evening Schedule: 
5:00 PM – Race Day Registration opens
5:45 PM – Race Day Registration closes
6:00 PM – Short course race start
6:05 PM – Long course race start
Race Distances: 
Each race evening will have a 5-7 mile course with the option to do one or two laps.
Riders 12 and under on these courses will require a paid adult rider with them at all times.
Costs:
  • Adults: Pre-registered $15 per race, $20 for race day registration.
  • Under 18 years: $5 per race
  • Pre-register for the full series for a 25% discount on all races.
Location:
Hidden Valley Recreation Area, 1258 Hidden Valley Rd., Ely, MN 55731
Results
Weather Policy
In the event of rain or other weather events where riding may damage trails, the course will be routed to mowed ski trails (still FUN!). Severe weather will result in race cancellation. 
Refund Policy
There will be no refunds for the Hidden Valley Hammer. In the event you are unable to race for any reason your entry fee can be considered a donation to Hidden Valley trail maintenance and Team BOREALIS.
Proceeds from the Hidden Valley Hammer will be donated to Team BOREALIS, Ely’s youth mountain bike team.

Ely Nordic Ski and Bike Club Presents


Ely Nordic Loppet-Hot Cocoa Cup-Candlelight Ski


Register for races here: https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=375033
A Loppet is a ski event plus a party, and the best Loppet in Minnesota is happening at Hidden Valley
Recreation Area in Ely, MN on Saturday February 15 th , 2025. There is something for everyone to enjoy in
this fantastic day of skiing!
Race Evening Schedule: 
1:00 PM – Race Day On-Site Registration opens
1:45 PM – Race Day Registration closes
2:00 PM – Hot Cocoa Cup Kids race ~ ½ mile
2:05 PM – 20k Races Starts
2:15 PM – 10k Races Starts
4:00 PM – 5k Fun Race Starts (costumes encouraged)
5:00 PM – Candlelight Ski Begins
All afternoon: Walking tacos and snacks available in the Chalet, along with live music!


Race Options:
20k Freestyle (You can ski Skate or Classic)
10k Freestyle (You can ski Skate or Classic)
5k Freestyle


Costs:
 Pre-register for $40 for any race
 Hot Cocoa Cup is Free and designed for children 10 and under
 Race Day Registration is $50
 Registration covers the race, an event t-shirt, and a food voucher!


Location:
Hidden Valley Recreation Area, 1258 Hidden Valley Rd.
Ely, MN 55731
Results will be posted online


Refund Policy
There will be no refunds for the Ely Nordic Loppet. In the event you are
unable to race for any reason your entry fee can be considered a donation to
Hidden Valley trail maintenance and The Ely Nordic Ski & Bike Club.