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DETAILS

The Dirty Donut is an event where participants race bicycles on dirt roads in the Allegan County, Michigan area, in one of four different distances.  The race has “donut stops” positioned along each route where participants can choose to stop and eat donuts.  Five minutes is deducted from a rider’s finish time for each donut eaten.  The great thing about this race is that there are several different ways for competitors at all levels of cycling fitness to become winners.

LOCATION

The start and finish will take place on the grounds of the Martin High School, 1556 Chalmers Street, Martin, MI 49070

DATES AND TIMES

  • Saturday, June 21, 2025
  • 100 mile race start – 7 am
  • 62 mile race start – 8 am
  • 42 mile race start – 9 am
  • 10 mile beginner race start – 9:15 am
  • 22 mile race start – 10 am
  • To be eligible for awards all DONUT EATING riders in the 10 mile beginner race must finish by 11am. Donut division awards presentations will begin at the awards stage at 11:15am.
  • To be eligible for awards all DONUT EATING riders in the 22, 42, and 62 mile races must finish by 1 pm. Donut division awards presentations will begin at the awards stage at 1:15 pm.
  • You must finish by 11:40 am to be eligible for Sprint division awards. Sprint division awards presentations will begin at the awards stage at 12:00 pm
  • You must finish by 3 pm to receive a time in the Longjohn 100 mile race.
  • See the SCHEDULE page for the complete race day schedule.
  • The Dirty Donut takes place on the 3rd Saturday in June.
  • 2025 – Saturday, June 21
  • 2026 – Saturday, June 20
  • 2027 – Saturday, June 19

REGISTRATION PRICES

Race fee schedule for the Beginner 10 mile distance will remain constant –
Age 0-16 – $37            Age 17+ – $57

Race fee schedule for the 22, 42, and 62 mile distances based on how many have registered –
1-249 – $75 Individual $100 Tandem Team
250-499 – $80 Individual $105 Tandem Team
500-749 – $85 Individual $110 Tandem Team
750-999 – $90 Individual $115 Tandem Team
1,000+ – $95 Individual $120 Tandem Team

Race fee schedule for the Longjohn 100 mile distance is based on how many have registered –
1-249 – $90 Individual
250-499 – $95 Individual
500-749 – $100 Individual
750-999 – $105 Individual
1,000+ – $110 Individual

See our registration page for a link to our online registration information.  Registration will be available until we have reached our field limits.

A portion of each registration will be donated to Make-A-Wish of Michigan.

Your registration includes – Entry into the race, Custom race numbers, donuts and refreshments at our race donut stations, a beautiful finisher’s medal for every participant, a chance at some of the most awesome winners awards in cycling, food and refreshments after the race (Food for 10 mile and 100 mile racers must be purchased separately), and an event t-shirt is guaranteed for all those who register before midnight May 24th.  (The shirt size that you order at registration is the only size we can give you at packet pickup.  We only order enough sizes to cover the event.).

EARLY PACKET PICK-UP AND EXPO

Pre-Packet Pickup will be located at the Martin High School on Friday, June 20, 2025 from 4-7pm.  We will also be holding a vendor expo at the school.  We would like to encourage everyone to pick up your race packet and swag at packet up before race day if you possibly can.  This makes race day less stressful for everyone.

HOST HOTEL AND CAMPING – 2025

The following Kalamazoo area hotels are offering a discounted rate for the Dirty Donut Race. Please contact the hotel directly and ask for the Dirty Donut Race rate OR use the direct booking link. The rates listed below are based on availability and do not include local and state taxes (total of 11%).

Candlewood Suites – 3443 Retail Place Dr., Kalamazoo, MI 49048, 269-270-3203
$129 – $139 Cut-Off Date: 5/30/25 DIRECT BOOKING LINK
Hampton Inn & Suites – 5059 S. 9th St., Kalamazoo, MI 49007, 269-372-1010
$159 Cut-Off Date: 5/20/25 DIRECT BOOKING LINK
Holiday Inn & Suites – 1247 Westgate Drive, Kalamazoo, MI 49009, 269-888-4800
$140 – $150 Cut-Off: 6/6/25 DIRECT BOOKING LINK
Sleep Inn & Suites – 5597 S. 9th St., Kalamazoo, MI 49009, 269-353-3200
$169 – $174 Cut-Off: 6/6/25 DIRECT BOOKING LINK

Camping is available on Friday night at the Martin High School.  We have unlimited room for tents, but only 20 spots for campers that will not fit in a single car size parking space. There are no hookups for campers and we ask that you respect the no drinking policy at the school.

DISTANCES

Each of our race distances are made up of predominantly gravel roads.

10 Mile distance with one donut stop
22 Mile distance with two donut stops
42 Mile distance with three donut stops
62 Mile distance with three donut stops
100 Mile distance with three donut stops that will be used as aid stations

(See the COURSE MAPS page for detailed maps and route GPS download information)

AWARDS

There are many ways for you to compete in this race.  First decide which distance you want to compete in.  Then decide which race is best for you.  Once you have decided which distance, please look over the “awards page” on our web site to help you determine which division, Donut or Sprint, you wish to race in.

Fat Tire and Tandems are standalone divisions and are not counted in age division standings. The Team Competition is only available in the 42 mile race distance. 

We anticipate that the first SPRINT racers for the 62, 42, 22 mile races will finish somewhere around 10:45am.  Please be sure to check the leader boards after they are updated.  Sprint division awards will begin at the awards stage at 11:55am.  11:40am is the cut off time for Sprint race awards eligibility on stage.  Sprint age division winners finishing after this will be allowed to collect their award after the awards presentation is complete at the main awards stage. Sprint racers will be able to determine if they have won an award by checking the leader boards at the venue as they are updated.

To be eligible for awards all DONUT EATING riders for the 10 mile Donut race must finish by 11am.  Even though you may be shown in the top three before the donut division cutoff time, nothing becomes official until 11:05am.  DONUT racers will be able to determine if they have won an award by checking the leader boards at the venue as they are updated. DONUT RACE awards for the 10 mile Donut race will begin at the awards stage at 11:15am

To be eligible for awards all DONUT EATING riders for the 62, 42, 22 mile Donut races must finish by 1pm.  Even though you may be shown in the top three before the donut division cutoff time, nothing becomes official until 1:05pm DONUT racers will be able to determine if they have won an award by checking the leader boards at the venue as they are updated. DONUT RACE awards for the 62, 42, 22 mile Donut races will begin at the awards stage at 1:15pm

Longjohn 100 mile riders must finish before 3pm. Awards are for the top 3 Overall Male and Females. Awards will be given out at the awards stage not long after each 3rd place rider has finished. Race Timing will conclude at 3pm.

AWARDS WILL NOT BE MAILED AFTER THE EVENT. 

DIVISIONS

This race will be scored in many ways based on the structure defined on the “awards page” of the web site.  Please review the awards page before registering.

10 mile – donut division – males age 16 and below
10 mile – donut division – females 16 and below
10 mile – donut division – males 17 and up
10 mile – donut division – females 17 and up
22 mile – donut division – male
22 mile – donut division – female
22 mile – sprint division – male
22 mile – sprint division – female
42 mile – donut division – male
42 mile – donut division – female
42 mile – sprint division – male
42 mile – sprint division – female
42 mile – fat tire – donut division – male, to qualify for the division your tires must be at least 3.7 inches (94mm) wide.
42 mile – fat tire – donut division – female, to qualify for the division your tires must be at least 3.7 inches (94mm) wide.
42 mile – fat tire – sprint division – co-ed, to qualify for the division your tires must be at least 3.7 inches (94mm) wide.
42 mile – single speed – donut division – co-ed
42 mile – tandem – donut division – (Tandem is a standalone division and will not be included in other categories of results)
62 mile – donut division – male
62 mile – donut division – female
62 mile – sprint division – male
62 mile – sprint division – female
100 mile – sprint division – male
100 mile – sprint division – female

IN RACE ETIQUETTE

The race is designed so that the leaders of each Sprint race distance will come in contact with a very minimal amount of other race riders.  The 62 mile race leaders should not come in contact with anyone from another race.  As the race routes begin to mix back together near the end of the race we ask the slower riders to move to the right side of the roadway and yield to the group of faster riders behind them.  Slower riders do not have to stop, but just yield for safe passing please. 

RACE TIMING

Mac’s Sports Timing will be providing our race day timing and results.  Results will be posted periodically throughout the event.  IMPORTANT NOTE – Because of the nature of this race, the results can change dramatically in the Donut Race Divisions until the cut off time has been met.

MERCHANDISE

Check out the merchandise page to order jerseys, t-shirts, and other merchandise items from past races as well.

VOLUNTEERS

Volunteers are the key to making this event happen.  We offer FREE race entries to anyone who brings a friend to volunteer. If you would like to volunteer please send and email with your contact information to dirtydonutrace@gmail.com

RULES

Safety should always be on your mind.  Yes, this is a race, but it is a fun race.  Please think of your safety as well as your competitor’s safety when competing in this event.

  • Do not fold, bend, curve, or alter race number plates in any way.  The number with the computer chip sticker on the back must be tied to the front of your bike without bending it so that it can be read.  If altered you are subject to being disqualified.  The other number must be pinned to your shirt or jersey in an area where you do not mind having someone touch you.  Donut Volunteers will be marking how many donuts you eat on this race number.
  • If you are in a donut eating division, you MUST eat at least one donut to qualify for awards.
  • NO MOTOR ASSISTED BIKES, with a few exceptions. We are allowing motor assisted recumbent 3 wheel bikes, also known as adaptive bicycles meant for those with disabilities. If interested you MUST contact us via email prior to registering for more details.
  • NO aero bars (Great for time trials, but become dangerous when riding in a pack if a crash occurs)
  • Helmets are mandatory for this event.
  • NO headphones allowed while riding.  This is extremely dangerous for your safety and the safety of other riders.
  • Although considered a race riders must still follow Michigan laws of the roads.  This includes stopping at stop signs. 
  • You must finish the race with all of the donuts you consumed while in the race still in your stomach.  If you can’t hold them down, you will unfortunately be DISQUALIFIED.
  • For safety reasons we ask slower riders to move to the side of the roadway and yield to the group of riders behind them.  This is for the safety of both the faster and slower groups of riders.  Faster riders are asked to call out to slower riders and advise them of your passing intentions prior to overtaking them.  The most accepted way of doing this is to call out “ON YOUR LEFT” as you approach a slower rider.
  • For safety as well as courtesy to your fellow riders, if you have to stop and walk your bike up a hill, please do this on the right side of the road and leave the left open for those very fast climbers.
  • Fat Tire Bikes – To qualify for the division your tires must be at least 3.7 inches (94mm) wide.
  • You must be present for the awards presentation to receive your awards.  We will not send awards to you after the race.
  • Longjohn 100 mile race only – Although the course is marked for other distances, the 100 is not marked with signs and is not supported.  You can have a support crew assist you at rest stops, but they are not allowed to follow you on the route.  If you need help you must get to a donut stop/aid station on your own power.  Aero bars and drafting are allowed.  You must be 18 years or older to enter this division.  You must finish by 3pm to be counted in results, and qualify for a finishers jersey and finishers medal. 

RACE STAGING

  • Riders will be allowed to line up or stage for their race start at the following times
  • 100 mile – 6:15am
  • 62 mile – 7:10am
  • 42 mile – 8:10am
  • 10 mile – 9:05am
    • 22 mile – 9:20am
  • Please do not line up prior to this as you will interfere with the race that is starting before yours.

The start area will be marked with average speed signs.  0-12mph, 13-15mph, 16-18mph, 19-21mph, and 22mph plus.  Please line up behind the sign that is most appropriate for the speed that you anticipate to go in the race. And get ready to race. 

DONUT STOPS & RULES

Donut stops are marked on our race route maps.  There will be a sign signifying that there is a donut stop ahead prior to each donut stop on the route.  The sign will have an arrow to indicate what side of the road the stop will be on.  If in a group of riders, please verbally indicate your intentions and move to that side of the road if you wish to stop for donuts, (without crossing the perceived center line until you are ready to turn into the donut stop if the stop is on the left).  If you’re not going to stop for donuts please move to the side of the road opposite of the donut stop and continue riding past it, (again, don’t cross the center line).  The intent here is to not have a crash incident at a donut stop.  This will be of the most importance as the group approaches the first donut stop and the possibility of a large group of riders being together is significant.  If you’re going to ride past a donut stop, please keep an eye out for those rejoining the race.  If leaving a donut stop, check the road for traffic before entering back into the race. 

Once at a donut stop, you are allowed to take a maximum of three donuts at a time.  You must consume all of those donuts before being given any more.  There is no limit on how many donuts you can eat at each stop.  A “Donut Volunteer” will distribute donuts and will mark your race number with how many you have consumed.  If you take more than you can eat, you must return to a “Donut Volunteer” to return the uneaten donuts to them.  The “Donut Volunteer” will deduct those uneaten donuts from your total amount consumed.  Anyone who discards donuts without having them deducted from their race number total will be DISQUALIFIED.  Anyone taking donuts outside of the donut stop area, this includes bathrooms, and leaving on your bike with them in your hand or a pocket will be DISQUALIFIED.

In addition to donuts and water, there are portable bathrooms available at each donut stop.

Donut stop 1 closes at 12:15pm
Donut stop 2 closes at 11:45am
Donut stop 3 closes at 12:50pm

LOCKER ROOMS AND BATHROOMS

Locker rooms, showers and bathrooms are available inside of the Martin High School for your use throughout the event.  Please do not store any of your belongings in the locker rooms as the Dirty Donut and Martin Public Schools are not responsible for their security. Please be respectful and clean up after yourself, as the locker rooms are a privilege that can be taken away in the future if not respected.

ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS

Although we plan to race rain or shine, the Dirty Donut staff reserves the right to delay, postpone, or cancel the start in the event of extreme inclement weather or unsafe conditions.  We will do everything in our control to complete this event on the scheduled day, but if canceled due to weather, there are no refunds.

TRANSFERS AND REFUNDS

Transfers are allowed and refunds may be considered by the race director on an individual basis. Refunds within 14 days of the event will not be considered. No deferments to the following year.