Bishop's Bicycles presents the East Fork MTB Poker Race
The Bishop's Bicycles presents the East Fork MTB Poker Race is a cycling, mountain biking, and trail running event held on Sunday, August 16, 2026. It is located at 3294 Elklick Rd in Bethel, Ohio.
- Date:
- Sun, Aug 16, 2026 at 10:00 AM
- Location:
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3294 Elklick Rd
Bethel, Ohio
45106
United States
OpenStreetMap Google Maps - Links:
- bikereg.com
- Tags:
- Cycling Mountain Biking Trail
Get Ready for the Showdown: The East Fork Fun MTB Poker Run!
Dust off your mountain bike, pump up the tires and sharpen your card-shark instincts—sponsored by Bishop's Bicycles, we are officially inviting you to the wildest four hours on two wheels! This isn't just a mountain bike race, it’s a luck-of-the-draw marathon where your legs do the work and the deck of cards does the talking.
The Great Equalizer: Every Rider Has a Chance!
Whether you are a seasoned pro or a first-time trail rider, this event is built for all skill levels.
Because prizes are determined as much by the luck of the draw as the speed of your legs. A
beginner with a Royal Flush can take down the podium just as easily as an advanced racer.
How It Works: The Gamble
After the mass-start you have four hours to complete as many laps as possible on the 5-mile circuit.
Ride to Draw: For lap every you complete, you earn one standard playing card. The more laps you complete, the more cards you earn and the better odds of a winning hand! All riders will be awarded 1 card with your registration.
The Showdown: At the end of the four hours prizes for each category are determined by the best 5-card poker hand (standard poker rules apply). In the unlikely event of a tie, the rider/team that completed the most laps wins. Your final lap must be completed prior to the 4-hour cut-off time.
Choose Your Strategy
Solo: Just you, the trail, and the deck of cards. Men and women categories.
Duo Teams: Tag-team the course! Only one teammate on the trail at a time—perfect for catching your breath while your partner hunts for that next Ace. Team options are combined men, combined men, combined men & women.
Hang with Friends
The day is so much more than competition. Come hang out and have some fun on your
mountain bike with other like-minded individuals.
The Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/54745878