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Fat Bike Birkie

March 12 & 13, 2021 On the World Famous Birkie Trail in Cable, Wisconsin! The Fat Bike Birkie, Presented by Freewheel Bike, is the premier on snow bike event in North America. Riders test their skill and endurance on the professionally groomed American Birkebeiner Ski Trail! THREE events to choose from: The Big Fat 47K, The Half Fat 21K, and the un-timed Fun Fat 10K Tour – there is something for every rider! Two days of fun! Friday – Check out the Fat Bike Birkie EXPO and Fat Bike Demos! Saturday – Race day and a Post-Race Party in the Great Hall! Fat Bike Birkie is an Open-Class Bike Race There are no restrictions on the specific tire size allowed. The Birkie groomers are some of the best in the world and have the goal of providing a firm surface to ride on for the races. However, we cannot control the weather and the course conditions can vary widely, from hard packed to soft powder. Just like in the Birkie Ski race, Fat Bike Birkie participants are free to choose different equipment based on the conditions of the course. We recommend that participants be prepared to race in any course condition, on a bike equipped with at least 3.5 inch wide tires. E-bikes are not allowed for any event of the Fat Bike Birkie. No special equipment classes will be recognized in the Fat Bike Birkie results or awards. Tandems bikes are allowed, but there is not a special class. Each tandem rider must register and contact registration@birkie.com to ensure the proper results are shown.

Event/Distance Options The Big Fat 47K Race The Half Fat 21K Race The Fun Fat 10K Tour

Registration 2021 Fat Bike Birkie Registration is Now Open! Register Now Am I Registered? May 1 through September 17 September 18 through November 12 November 13 through January 28 January 29 until full Big Fat or Half Fat Race $70 $80 $90 $100

Fun Fat Tour $60 $70 $75 $80

All Big Fat 47K participants must be at least 18 years of age on race day. All Half Fat 21K and Fun Fat 10K participants must be at least 13 years of age on race day. Race/Event Change Request The deadline for requesting a change in race/event distances is March 3, 2021 at 4:00pm CST. Link coming soon. Protect Your Registration! Get reimbursed up to 100% on your registration if you can’t compete for a number of reasons. Next Wave Insurance offers Regsaver so you can insure your non-refundable registration fee in the case injury, illness, or another covered peril occurs.* Please see policy for complete list of covered perils at www.registrationsaver.com/birkie. Limitations and exclusions apply. Next Wave Insurance, CA License #: OF00755. Learn More About RegSaver Registration Protection! 2021 Birkie Gear Bag – Available During Race Registration Only! It’s Back for 2021! Everywhere we looked during Birkie week 2020, we witnessed skiers using their awesome reusable Birkie gear bags! This year, as part of our ongoing Birkie Green initiative we’ve designed an all new custom Birkie gear bag with SWIX! The reusable Birkie gear bag is available for $47 and only during registration for the Birkie, Korte, Prince Haakon and Fat Bike Birkie. Through your support, over 10,000 Birkie gear bags are now in use, keeping thousands upon thousands of plastic bags out of landfills. Thank you for your support of Birkie Green! During the 2021 registration process, you can claim your own bag for only $47 ! The $125 value Birkie gear bag is available during the registration process only.

! The $125 value Birkie gear bag is available during the registration process only. Quantities limited! Register for the race and gear bag soon to guarantee a Birkie gear bag in 2021!

Register for the race and gear bag soon to guarantee a Birkie gear bag in 2021! Birkie gear bags will be distributed at the 2021 Birkie Expo as part of bib pick-up.

Only an official 2018, 2019, 2020, or 2021 Birkie gear bag, or the purchased plastic bag, will be accepted at bag drop-off on race day in 2021. 2021 Birkie Gear Bag Features The 2021 Birkie gear bag has been re-engineered with larger, heavier zippers and plastic clips throughout the bag. New Reinforced #10 zippers

Tarpaulin panel on the bottom section for waterproofing and greater durability

Bottom wet-sealed compartment for Nordic Boot storage (fits up to size 13 Nordic boot)

Fleeced lined Sports Shield zipped compartment for glasses or visor, with brushed lining to prevent lens scratches and quick, easy access

Large top-load zippered compartment for warm-up clothing, extra hats, and gloves

Two zippered side compartments for extra water bottles and accessories

Inside secured pocket for valuables; mobile phone, keys and wallet pocket

Main pack body is made from tough 600D PVC backed polyester, internal frame-sheet transfers weight evenly and contours to the wearer’s back

Padded EVA foam back offers cushioning and breathability over pressure points, and padded shoulder straps and harness system to distribute weight evenly As part of 2021 race registration, ABSF members will automatically receive a copy of the 2021 Birch Scroll® magazine. If you are not a member and would like to join the ABSF or would like to purchase a copy of the 2021 Birch Scroll results issue, you may pre-order a copy during your race registration process. As part of ongoing Birkie Green initiatives, all registered participants will receive a digital copy of the 2021 Birch Scroll magazine.

Fat Bike Expo & Bib Pick Up Avoid the race morning rush and pick up your bib at the Fat Bike Expo located in the Great Hall at the Birkie Trailhead. Fat Bike Birkie EXPO — Great Gear and Guidance from FBB Sponsors

Fat Bike Demos All Day

The Birkie Store, with Great Birkie Merchandise

See CAMBA Raffle Prizes / Silent Auction Items from Fat Bike Birkie Sponsors

Free Coffee from Hayward Coffee Company

Course Information Both races and the Tour will start and finish at the American Birkebeiner Trailhead in Cable, WI. The Big Fat 47K course will ride out on the Birkie Classic Trail after the Powerlines and return on the Birkie Skate Trail to the Powerlines where it will come into the finish on the Birkie Classic Trail. The Half Fat 21K course will ride out the Birkie Classic Trail after the Powerlines to Timber Trail where it will enter the Half Fat only course. The Fun Fat 10K Tour will ride on a mix of Birkie Classic Trail, smaller ski trails, and the Half Fat course before finishing the same way as the Big Fat 47K and Half Fat 21K races. 2020 Big Fat 47 km Course *Clockwise travel!

2020 Half Fat Course

2020 Fun Fat 10K Tour Course Interactive Course Map Experience the race again or for the first time! Roll over the epic hills on the legendary Birkie Trail, witness the race rollout, ride along with the pace cameras, check out the Half Fat 21K and Big Fat 47K courses, and feel the rush as you virtually ride the Fat Bike Birkie. This interactive map experience has it all! The race course will be ridden clockwise starting with the Birkie Classic Trail and finishing on the Birkie Skate Trail! View Interactive Course Map » Pre-Riding the Course — When & Where The Fat Bike Birkie Race Courses will be groomed and marked for pre-riding on Friday, March 12 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Please follow signs carefully. Please note that riding bikes on the Birkie Trail during the winter is only allowed on the days designated for the Fat Bike Birkie event. However, winter bike riding can be accessed from many of the trailheads utilizing the Chequamegon Area Mountain Bike Association trail system. Trail conditions can be found on the CAMBA Winter FAT BIKE page.

Awards Fat Bike Birkie Overall Trophies will be presented to the first three male & female finishers of both races. Cash Prizes for the first three men & women in the Big Fat $500 | $250 | $100 Winners must be present at award ceremony to receive the cash prize. Age Class Awards will be given to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place riders, male and female, in each age class for the Fat Bike Races. Big Fat – 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+

– 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+ Half Fat – 13-17, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+ Award Ceremony Times 10:30 am: Overall Big Fat 47K & Half Fat 21K Winners and Half Fat 21K Age Group Winners

11:30 am: Big Fat 47K Age Group Winners Post-Race Parties Starting at 11:00 am, riders are treated to a post-race party with great food by the Northern Lakes Coop Corner Deli, Earth Rider beer, or soda.



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Volunteer Want to get involved, see this event up close and personal, and be part of what makes Birkie events great? We’d love to hear from you! Contact the Birkie at 715-634-5025 x:2,1 or click here for available shifts. There is no obligation — we’re happy to answer your questions. Contact us today!