Melting Mann

Melting Mann Gravel race and gravel grinder - 24, 39 & 58 mile challenging & scenic routes in southwest Michigan. First time racers and experts welcome!

Melting Mann is a Dirt Road Challenge for Mountain Bike, Fat Bike and/or Cycle Cross Bikes of all skill levels. You’ll race throughout Newberg, Penn, and Marcellus Townships in Cass County Michigan. The Melting Mann event is named after one of the most challenging sections of the route, MANN Road. MANN Road has been known to turn bikers into hikers! Also accessed via MANN Road, but buried deep in

the woods of Michigan’s State land, is Mount Misery, one the highest natural geographical points in Southwest Michigan. You may choose from a 24 mile, 35 mile, or the new 60 mile route. Come discover what many serious and successful bikers use as their training terrain!

ATTENTION Melting Mann racers in the West Michigan areaOne of the most sought-after Mountain Bike Brands in the World wi...
08/10/2026

ATTENTION Melting Mann racers in the West Michigan area

One of the most sought-after Mountain Bike Brands in the World will be bringing its vast demo fleet to our backyard!

Pivot Cycles and our friends at Bedlam Bicycle Company are co-hosting the event at Fort Custer State Park on August 16th.

All full suspension Mountain Bikes in all sizes will be on-hand for test rides.

Reservations are required and are on a first-come, first-served basis.

There is a morning session and an afternoon session.

A Pivot Vault Gravel Bike will also be on-hand to look at for those of you considering a new gravel rig!

07/14/2026

Congratulations to Michigan Native Paige Onweller on her 1st place Overall today! Not just 1st place women but the Overall winner of Cedar Blitz 128 mile race!!

In the news!Thanks for the nod, Gran Fondo.
03/30/2026

In the news!
Thanks for the nod, Gran Fondo.

Over 800 riders cranked-up their season with Michigan's first gravel race of the season with 24, 39 and 58 miles on a roller coaster race course.

Shout out to Christina Bowers Photography for being out on the course and grabbing some great shots!stellafly photos of ...
03/29/2026

Shout out to Christina Bowers Photography for being out on the course and grabbing some great shots!

stellafly photos of venue/start/finish/podiums coming this afternoon!

Thanks to everyone who came and raced with us today. What a perfect day to kick off gravel season. Congratulations to ou...
03/28/2026

Thanks to everyone who came and raced with us today. What a perfect day to kick off gravel season. Congratulations to our top finishers and all of the finishers!

24 Mile-Open (24 Mile-Open)
Scott Spray - 1:15:37
Tyler Vanwerden - 1:17:13.1
Shawn Faynik - 1:17:14.3

Women
Mary Faynik - 1:21:56.1
Jennifer Miller - 1:27:37.3
Nicole Flack - 1:34:54.5

39 Mile-Open (39 Mile-Open)
Nathan Degraaf - 1:50:05.1
Matthew Light - 1:50:51
Jonathan Penrod - 1:50:51.1

Women:
Sheila Sherwood - 1:59:12.9
Amy Larkin - 2:07:37.5
Shaly Penrod - 2:07:38.0

58 Mile-Open (58 Mile-Open)
Kyan Olshove - 2:37:51.1
Connor Kamm - 2:37:52.2
Derek Dotlich - 2:37:52.5

Women:
Maire Noonan - 3:02:57.5
Ellory Clason - 3:02:59.2
Brynn Bowman - 3:03:10.1

For results: https://www.bikesignup.com/Race/Results/Overview/118167

RACE WEEKEND! BREAKING NEWS! Goshen Brewing Company is releasing the muddy derailleur today. Also today:Early packet pic...
03/27/2026

RACE WEEKEND! BREAKING NEWS! Goshen Brewing Company is releasing the muddy derailleur today. Also today:

Early packet pickup
Friday 4–7pm
Vandalia Community Center
We’re close to capacity.
Onsite registrations - limited spots available.

Race day pickup opens at 7am
Limited onsite registration will be available if spots remain.

Did anyone else see that beautiful, spring sunrise! Race day is almost here. Over 800 of you have already signed up and ...
03/26/2026

Did anyone else see that beautiful, spring sunrise!

Race day is almost here. Over 800 of you have already signed up and the rest of you have until 5PM to sign up online.

We're so close to hitting our ALL TIME RECORD (the year of the covid fall race) The person who breaks the record will receive a framed poster of themselves racing along with some sweet Melting Mann merch. https://www.bikereg.com/melting-mann

03/25/2026

FOUR DAYS and over 800 registered. Online registration closes tomorrow at 5PM. It's almost go time!

Send a message to learn more

4 days.We’re out on the course this week clearing trees, checking, getting it ready. This is part of it.Thanks to Alex G...
03/24/2026

4 days.

We’re out on the course this week clearing trees, checking, getting it ready. This is part of it.

Thanks to Alex Gaona for the heads-up on this section and photo. It's getting cleared today!

Address

Vandalia, MI

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Melting Mann posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Share

Category