Loop the Lake

Last Updated July 20, 2024, 3:00 pm

Double Lake Loop Overview-

Course- The iconic course will circle lovely Lake Bemidji twice.

This scenic course will race around Lake Bemidji keeping the lake on the riders right. Riders will complete two full loops around the lake. The course will be raced on the Paul Bunyan State Trail for most of the course route. This course will pass through the City of Bemidji, Bemidji State University Campus, Lake Bemidji State Park, and other surrounding areas challenging riders abilities to cover distance, while providing riders a scenic look at the unique geography that is present in this region. The start and finish will be located at Nymore Beach Park near Sanford Center.

The course will transition from trail to roadways in several sections. The sections that are on the roadway will be open to regular motorized traffic. Riders must remain aware of the surrounding safety hazards during the entire race. The sections that traverse the road will require riders to closely follow the road staying as far “riders right” as possible. The most dangerous part of the course is between points 7&9 on the map at Highway US-71 Old at Birchmont Dr NE and exiting US-71 Old at Birchmont Beach Rd NE.

Riders will be awarded based on laps completed and overall time. Riders may NOT start lap 2 after 10:30 am. Times recorded with 2 complete laps will precede 1 lap race times in the finish time result.

Race Schedules Unlimited & Standard Class:

Unlimited Schedule-

Unlimited Check In 7:00 am-7:30 am

Unlimited Start 8:00 am

8:00-Wave 1- Elite Male

8:05-Wave 2- Elite Female

8:10-Wave 3- Male 0-31

8:13-Wave 4- Male 32+

Standard Schedule-

Standard Check In- 7:30-8:00 am

Standard Start- 8:20 am

8:20-Wave 1- Elite Male

8:25-Wave 2- Elite Female

8:30-Wave 3- Male All Age Groups

Elite waves determined by 10k results

All Start times are approximate

Checking in for the Double Lake Loop -

Location- Sanford Center back parking lot on the Paul Bunyan Trail.

SAME CHECK IN SPACE AS 10K!

At check in show-
- Number Bib on BACK AND FRONT
- Unicycle
- Protective Gear including- Helmet, Gloves and Shoes.
29” wheels and less are Standard. Any wheel larger than 29” or any Geared unicycle is Unlimited.
At Check In- tell volunteer your Wheel Size, Crank Size and Geared/Un-Geared
Staging area- Following check in, proceed to the staging area for Wave line up. Line up and check in with Wave leader. Waves will move together to the starting point for their starting group.
Personal Belongings- Leave all personal belongings in a secured space while racing. A tent will be available near the check-in area. Your belongings are your responsibility at all times.
Personal Music Players- not allowed.
*Cut off time- Riders have until 10:30 am to complete the first lap of the race

Course Stations & Aid Information:

Lake Bemidji State Park Water Station- Water will be available at the North end of Lake Bemidji for riders to stop and refill personal containers.
Course Marshals- Marshals will provide direction on course and will have access to Emergency Assistance should you need it. Ask for help if you need help.
Water and food will be available at the Start/Finish at the south end of Lake Bemidji.

VOLUNTEERS- Especially COURSE MARSHALS are needed. Arrive at 7:00 am and get a ride to your volunteer position!