BRAVE - Proud Lake Paddle & Pedal 2026

Come ride and celebrate with us!

Join the MCMBA for an unforgettable Women’s International Ride Day at the brand‑new Legacy Park MTB trails in Northville, MI. We’re kicking off a day dedicated to women who ride—and everyone who loves the joy of being on two wheels.

This FREE event is all about community, confidence, and fun. Whether you’re brand new to mountain biking or a seasoned shredder, Legacy Park’s three unique trail sections mean there’s a perfect group ride waiting for you. Bring your friends, bring your stoke, and let’s roll.

This is an event to celebrate women who ride but we welcome riders of all ages and backgrounds; kids are invited too, as long as they’re accompanied by an adult. All we ask is that everyone respects the space, the pace, and the spirit of the day—lifting up and celebrating the incredible women in our riding community.

Bonus perks:

• Free swag for all our women riders (sorry fellas—this one’s for the ladies!)

• On‑site support from local bike shops

• Local businesses and vendors to explore between rides

• Free breakfast provided by Trek of Walled Lake (show up early as this isn't Timmie's or Dunkin- we're talking freshly cooked eggs, bacon, pancakes and burritos!!)

-Free lunch provided by Clever Fox Cyclery (burgers, hotdogs, veggie options)

-There will be coffee truck on site, Foster's Roasters, coffee beverages for purchase.

Want to level up your skills? Stick around for our optional paid add‑on clinic in the afternoon. You’ll get hands‑on coaching in small groups, covering essential bike‑handling techniques with guidance from four BICP‑certified coaches. We will start the clinic with fundamental skills and then move to specific skills, such as Jumps, Drops, Berms and Advanced Cornering. (Clinics are for female riders only)

Come for the trails, stay for the vibes. Let’s make this a day full of connection, empowerment, and pure riding joy.

We have shirts available for purchase from Daylight Brand here: https://daylightbrand.com/collections/mcmba

MCMBA Mountain Bike Skills Clinic

To join MCMBA for discounts on this and future events and to support our efforts to support our trails and biking community, please join here - http://mcmba.org/membership/

Date:Sunday May 17, 2026

Time: 9 AM - 4 PM

Location: Novi Lakeshore Park - Tree Farm (Pavillion #2 near the bathrooms)

Learn more at MCMBA.ORG

Welcome to the MCMBA Skills Clinic!

Ready to level up your season?

Stop "surviving" the trails and start thriving on them! Whether you want to clear that stubborn rock garden, nail a steep climb, or finally feel in control during fast descents, our inclusive MTB clinic is for you.

Why Join Us?

· 1:5 Ratio: You get personalized attention from 5 pro coaches.

· All Skill Levels: We group you by ability (Beginner to Intermediate).

· Real Skills: We practice on the grass, then take it straight to the dirt.

The Coaches: Vikki, Lisa, Melissa, Jimmie, and Crystal are ready to help you unleash your full potential on two wheels.

Limit: 25 Riders

Must haves: Helmet, properly functioning mountain bike, and a "can-do" attitude! (Flat pedals = your best friend for this one).

We will cover some skills on the grassy areas and some skills will be covered on the trail.

Skills potentially being covered along with some trail application are listed below:

Ready Positions

Bike/Body separation

Braking, shifting

Climbing, descending

Ratcheting

Small circles

Switchbacks

Cornering

Front and rear wheel lift

Rolldown and rolldown lunge

Skinnies

Level lift

1/4 punch front wheel lift

Track Stand

Advanced braking

Intermediate cornering

Steep descents (if the trail has this available)

Berm cornering (if the trail has berms)

Basic pumping (if pump section or track is available)

Intro to drops

Trail manual

Bunny hop

Intro to jumping

Welcome to the 20th MCMBA Milford Bike Fest and Trail Challenge!

ONLINE REGISTRATION IS OPEN! $25

Join us for a day of exploring by bikes around Milford's well-connected trail system!

Milford is an official Pure Michigan Trail Town and we are here to celebrate and showcase all that is offered. Five singletrack mountain bike trails and several paved pathways are fully accessible from Downtown Milford. Create your own adventure with fellow riders or join a group ride across this vast trail system. After riding, join us on the patio of Main Street Grill for a drink then grab a bite from one of the local eateries.

Tailor your ride from family-friendly paved rides, guided epic shreds, or take it all in with your own curated adventure.

THIS IS NOT A RACE. This your chance to explore, expand your community, and find new favorite places.

Visit the links on the left to learn more about the connected trail system and how to prepare for the event. Looking to conquer a new challenge? Try one of our GUIDED RIDES like the GRANDE TOUR, GIRLS GONE DIRT ladies only ride, INTRO'S TO HIGHLAND & PROUD LAKE, or go big with the CENTURY CHALLENGE!

PRE-REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN THROUGH JUNE 5 @ NOON. COST IS $25 (DAY-OF IS $30). Youth 15 and under are FREE with an adult registration! All proceeds benefit the MCMBA trails we all love and enjoy.

Registration includes: One beverage ticket that will be good for a beer from the MCMBA Beer Tent at Main Street Grill, or a pop. You will also receive access to all guided rides, a name plate for your bike and the Festival booklet that includes detailed maps of the entire trail system.

Event proceeds benefit The Motor City Mountain Biking Association. Learn more about the MCMBA by clicking HERE

REGISTER NOW TO JOIN THE FESTIVITIES AND SUPPORT LOCAL CYCLING!

Triathletes throughout Michigan have long considered the Island Lake State Recreation Area, home of the Island Lake Triathlon, an epic training destination, ideal for any athlete preparing for a multisport event. Set within a 4,000-acre park in Livingston County that offers an “up north” experience without leaving southeast Michigan. The terrain is a mixture of open brush land to mature hardwood forest, with some pockets of open meadows mixed in with a paved road of rolling hills weaving throughout. You’ll swim the clear waters of Kent Lake, bike the park’s rolling, tree-lined hills, then run the panoramic final leg towards the lakeside finish line!

Island Lake Tri features 7 different events:

Olympic Triathlon — 1500 meter swim, 24-mile bike, 6.2-mile run

Sprint Triathlon — 750-meter swim (32 lengths in a standard metric pool), 12-mile bike ride, 3.1-mile run

Mini-Sprint Triathlon — 400-meter swim (16 lengths in a standard metric pool), 12-mile bike ride, 1.5-mile run

Olympic Aquabike (swim bike done) — 1500 meter swim, 24-mile bike ride

Sprint Duathlon (run bike run) — 1.5-mile run, 12-mile bike ride, 3.1-mile run

Olympic Relay — team up with one or two friends to complete our Olympic Triathlon together

Sprint Relay — team up with one or two friends to complete our Sprint Triathlon together

Certification

USA Triathlon Official Sanctioned Event

Course

Please note that in the interest of safety, all courses are subject to change at any time at the discretion of the race director.

OLYMPIC BIKE COURSE

OLYMPIC RUN COURSE

SPRINT AND MINI SPRINT BIKE COURSE

SPRINT RUN COURSE

MINI SPRINT RUN COURSE

Post-Race Party

Stick around post race for food and festivities! Our Epic staff and volunteers will be cooking up pancakes, breakfast burritos, and more for race participants.

Zero Waste Policy

The event is a Leave No Trace event. Learn more about our race-day recycling and composting efforts here. Want more information about running a great race and leaving no trace? Visit https://happyplanetrunning.com.

→ Read the Island Lake Tri sustainability report here!

Celebrate the start of summer with a 5K for all ages! The Berry Fast 5K is run on scenic gravel trails around the family-owned 50-acre Blake’s Lyon Township property. The 5k race will take you through the orchard and includes a donut, glass of hard or sweet cider, t-shirt and commemorative glass. Strollers are permitted at your own discretion as the terrain is gravel.

Please note, shirts sizes are on a first come, first serve basis and are not guaranteed to those registered less than 14-days prior to the event. Inventory is kept up to date during registration. If sizes are not showing at the time of sign up, they are unavailable.