Course
Route Maps
Download the route maps here: 7 mile. Garmin 7-Miler: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/463063341. Strava 7-Miler: https://www.strava.com/routes/3491093995147103092. 24 mile. Garmin 24-Miler…
Loon Ride at Mercer Bike Fest 2027
- Date
- Saturday, July 31, 2027
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Mercer, Wisconsin
- Entry fee
- From $55 · goes up to $65 on Jul 21, 2027
- Included with entry
- Includes socks
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Mile Ride | Bike RideBike 24 mi | Jul 31, 20279:00 AM | $55$65 after Jul 21, 2027 | – |
| 50 Mile Ride | Bike RideBike 50 mi | Jul 31, 20279:00 AM | $55$65 after Jul 26, 2027 | – |
| 7 Mile Ride | Bike RideBike 7 mi | Jul 31, 20279:00 AM | $55$65 after Jul 21, 2027 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- 24 Mile Ride and 7 Mile Ride: $55 until Jul 21, then $65 until Jul 31.
- 50 Mile Ride: $55 until Jul 26, then $65 until Jul 31.
Online registration closes Jul 31, 2027, unless the race fills first.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 5:40 AM, and the 24 Mile Ride starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 1,620 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
2532 CTH-J, Mercer, WI 54547
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
Typical race-day weather
Around July 31 the day usually runs from 60°F at dawn to 77°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 17% of days. Cold snaps dip to 54°F and hot years reach 84°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
From the race's page
What the organizers of Loon Ride at Mercer Bike Fest cover on their registration page, in brief.
Race details
- Where
- 2532 CTH-J, Mercer, WI 54547Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,620 feet
- Included with entry
- Custom Bike Socks
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- Bike Ride
- Editions
- 2027 (Jul 31, 2027), 2026 (Aug 1, 2026), 2025 (Aug 2, 2025)
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Quick answers
- When is Loon Ride at Mercer Bike Fest?
- Saturday, July 31, 2027, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $55 before processing fees, and rises to $65 on Jul 21, 2027.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Jul 31, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Do athletes get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes socks, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances are offered?
- Bike Ride.
- Where does it start?
- 2532 CTH-J, Mercer, WI 54547.
- Is there a course map?
- Yes, the organizers publish the route on Garmin Connect; the link is under Start location and course.
From the organizers
THE 3RD ANNUAL LOON RIDE AT THE MERCER BIKE FEST - July 31st 2027. Check back soon for more information.
The event supports ICORE's (Iron County Outdoor Recreational Enthusiasts) fund raising efforts to expand the current Mercer bike trail from Carow Park along Hwy J to WinMan Trails ultimately completing a 26 mile loop of Mercer and Manitowish Waters as part of the Heart of Vilas County trail system.