The 2020 Billie Helmer's Slapneck Gamble
Ride the course as many times as you like from October 26th-November 14th.  Both long and short are loops from Au Train.

Record to Strava and share it to the UPCROSS Facebook page so we know you gave it a shot.  We'll track and report times as attempts are made!  

33.5 Mile
Start at Trailhead head over bridge on atv trail
Right Woodland dr 1.3
Left Cole Creek rd 1.33
Stay straight Buck Bay rd 5.23
Right Buck Bay rd 6.65
Hard left N Samuelson rd 9.4
Right Slapneck rd 12.1
Right Finns Spur rd 13.1
Left Nykanen rd 13.5
Right Rock River rd 14.5
Left Sandstrom rd 17.3
Right at Y 21.4
Left 22.1
Right 22.4
Right Billie Helmer rd 23.4
Left Onota Hill rd/Billie Helmer rd 24.1
Right Deerton Onota rd  24.8
Straight Onota Au Train rd 29.1 
Left Maple st 33.2
Right ATV trail to finish before rd 33.27
15.8 Mile
​Start at Trailhead head over bridge on atv trail
Right Woodland dr 1.3
Left Cole Creek rd 1.33
Stay straight Buck Bay rd 5.23
Right Buck Bay rd 6.65
Right at Y on Snowmobile trail 9.5
Right on Onota Au Train rd 13.34
Left Maple st 15.4
Right ATV Trail to finish before rd 15.5
Rules for Safety & Enjoyment
  • Make a plan to go and be prepared:
    • Pack food and hydration for 3+ hours.
    • Bring both front and rear lights for your bikes (there will be a small section of the course that will either cross/run along roads with traffic).
    • Notify someone of your planned course and estimated time of arrival and plan for a recon team in case you get lost.
    • Bring a phone to contact 911 in an emergency or support if you need a pick-up.
    • Carry a GPS system and use Strava to track your course.
    • Wear an approved cycling helmet at all times.
 
  • Be a smart cyclist, citizen and nature advocate:
    • Watch for cars, follow road rules and use extra caution as we explore some backwoods roads – those 4x4s might not be expecting you.
    • Do not trespass and respect all property public or private.
    • Consider riding with a family member or someone you are already in close contact with.
    • Maintain social distancing, wear a mask and use proper hand hygiene if stopping for a snack or visiting your buddy’s deer camp by invite.
    • Wear and bring clothing and equipment appropriate for the conditions (i.e. be prepared for rain, cold weather, or extreme heat – we are in the UP).
    • Use high-visibility clothing. While we are avoiding deer season, there may be others using the woods or roadways.
 
  • Participate and share
    • You have two weeks to complete your race/ride from the course launch date.
    • Individuals with the best times for long and short races without hacking their Strava or taking a shortcut will be recognized at the end of the events.
    • If you are not happy with your time, feel free to repeat the course and post the time you are happiest with – who are we to get in the way of your enjoyment.
    • If you leave the course for dinner back home and want to go back, start over.
    • Upload your Strava to the UPCross Gravel 2020 page and indicate your
    • Learned something you want to share with other riders, share your thoughts on Strava or on our dedicated UPCross page. Please keep all comments positive and constructive, but also humorous.
    • Enjoy the ride.
Enjoy, be safe, break your own barriers – nothing else. ​