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2027 Gaylord All Outdoors Tri 45 Winter Triathlon

2027 Gaylord All Outdoors Tri 45 Winter Triathlon

Frederic's Winter Triathlon Challenge combines skate ski, fat-tire biking, and trail running.

Race Date

Mar 6, 2027

Location

frederic, MI

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, March 6, 2027
Location
frederic, Michigan
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 2027 Tri 45 Group (2-3 people), 15K
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Mixed
USATF certified
Not listed

Highlights

Good For

Beginner Friendly

Atmosphere

Local CommunityGreat MedalGreat Post Race

Course

Exposed

The Experience

Embrace the elements at the Gaylord All Outdoors Tri 45 Winter Triathlon, a unique event held in Frederic, Michigan. This race challenges athletes with three back-to-back winter sports disciplines: a 5K skate ski, a 10K fat-tire bike ride across frosty terrain, and a 5K winter trail run through snow-packed paths.

Designed for athletes of all experience levels, from first-timers to seasoned triathletes, the event offers both solo competition and relay team options. While the course is noted for avoiding the most severe hills, participants should still expect some challenging inclines, particularly on the bike and run segments. The transition area is located at the start, streamlining the race flow.

Registration includes a custom finisher medal and, for the first 50 registrants, a commemorative insulated water belt. Aid stations will be available at the transition area, offering water, sports drinks, and snacks. Warm post-race snacks and hot beverages await finishers, providing a welcome reward after conquering the winter course.

Race-provided description

No Registration Yet-Please stand by while we work on the 2027 Race. Thank you for your patients.    👉 Register today and challenge yourself in the great outdoors this winter! Date: March 7th, 2026 Location: Forbush Corners 4971 W Co Rd 612, Frederic, MI 49733

Get ready to embrace the elements at the Winter Triathlon Challenge! This one-of-a-kind race combines endurance, grit, and fun as athletes conquer three back-to-back winter sports disciplines. Whether you’re racing to win or just out to challenge yourself, this event is designed to test your limits in the best way possible.   For those who have done the last 4 races, we do not have the terrible hills!! There are still hills though. ;p Also, Skate Ski is in this year!!!!    🏃‍♂️🚴‍♀️⛷ Race Format: Ski– 5k SKATE ski  Bike – 10K fat-tire bike ride across frosty terrain Run – 5K winter trail run through snow-packed paths (Duathlon is only the Bike and then run portion of this event) 👟Who Can Participate? Athletes of all experience levels (from first timers to seasoned triathletes) Relay teams (2–3 athletes splitting the disciplines) Solo competitors ready to take on the full challenge 🎁 Registration Includes Custom Winter Triathlon Finisher Medal Commemorative Insulated Water Belt to the first 50 people who register. Warm post-race snacks & hot beverages Timing by Forbush. Aid stations at transition area with water, sports drink, and snacks (Transition area is at the start) 🕘 Schedule Packet Pickup: 3/6/26 -Location TBD. Time TBD. Race transition open: 3/7/26 TBD Race Start: 3/7/26 10am (duathlon starts at 10:30am) Awards Ceremony: 12pm near the Yurt.  🏅 Awards Top overall Male & Female Top Age Group Winners (10-year brackets) *Relay teams currently are excluded from overall awards-but each relay member does get a finisher medal.  🙌 Volunteer & Sponsor Opportunities Want to support the event instead of racing? Volunteers and local sponsors help us make this community event possible. Email mrinck2@gmail.com for details. 🌨 Weather Policy This is a true winter race—we go in snow, shine, or flurries! In the event of dangerous weather, organizers reserve the right to adjust course distances or course layout to maintain athlete safety. This is a Nonrefundable race. We do not transfer race entries to the following year, and we do not refund registrations. Please plan accordingly for weather. We offer hotel locations nearby and we will adjust the time if we must for the schedule. If we do have to cancel, we will reschedule the event and keep everyone informed on what comes next. As we have in the past, if there is no snow to ski on, we reserve the right to adjust the race to a run, bike, run.  Extended bonus!! We have again partnered up with our sister Tri-The Abominable Snow Tri! 2/22/26. Do both races and get 3 medals!! Just an additional $10 to register as part of the Abominable Snow Tri Race and then sign up separately for Tri45. Event is located at 6800 Cannonsburg Rd NE, Belmont, MI US 49306.    Price: Price increases $10- 1/1/26 & $10 on 2/1/26  Rentals:  XC Ski Rental: Forbush (our Host Location) offers XC Ski rentals for $25. Extremely good quality and already waxed for the weather. XC ski Rentals Bike Rental: Latitude 45 in Petoskey offers $50 rentals (Thursday evening -Saturday afternoon). Latitude Bike rental delivers to the event location on Thursday and will pick up the bike right after the race.  Go to the rental page and select 2 day rental. Bike rental  , Use CODE tri45.  North Bound outfitters in Grayling offers day rentals for $40 for Fat Bikes. They only have 6 total. Must call 989-348-8558 Mention Tri 45 at Forbush to reserve a bike for pickup.    Hotel Comfort Inn and Suites in Gaylord, has extended a bonus to all racers who are participating. 12% off discount when you use https://www.choicehotels.com/michigan/gaylord/comfort-inn-hotels/mi548/rates?hotel=MI548&pu=no&ratePlanCode=LTRI45&checkInDate=2026-03-07&checkOutDate=2026-03-08  (Address: 831 W Main St Building A, Gaylord, MI 49735)   Stated Mission: To help people continue to stay active and Healthy all winter long and encourage winter actives outdoors.

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, March 6, 2027

Start Time

10:00 AM

Start Location

4971 W Co Rd 612,, frederic, MI, 49733

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

mixed

Scenery

Forest

Surface

Dirt Trail, Paved

Difficulty

Rolling Hills

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

2027 Tri 45 Group (2-3 people)15K

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage0/20

first year

Size0/15

no finisher counts yet

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

needs a few years of results

Course & details3/15

3 timing sources

National draw0/10

no finisher data yet

Front-pack speed0/5

no winner time yet

Weather2/10

typical high 40°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

20°

Afternoon (High)

40°

Cool conditions — dress in layers, perfect for fast times

0.1"

Precipitation

12 mph

Wind

75%

Humidity

Race Photos

Frequently asked

When is the 2027 Gaylord All Outdoors Tri 45 Winter Triathlon?

The 2027 Gaylord All Outdoors Tri 45 Winter Triathlon is held on Saturday, March 6, 2027, starting at 10:00 AM.

Where does the 2027 Gaylord All Outdoors Tri 45 Winter Triathlon take place?

It takes place in frederic, Michigan.

What distances does the 2027 Gaylord All Outdoors Tri 45 Winter Triathlon offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 2027 Tri 45 Group (2-3 people), 15K.

Is the 2027 Gaylord All Outdoors Tri 45 Winter Triathlon course flat and good for a PR?

The 2027 Gaylord All Outdoors Tri 45 Winter Triathlon is a rolling hills, loop course course.

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