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Baileys Dirt Fondo

October 24 - October 26 2026
Millfield OH
Date Confirmed
Registration Opened: September 14 2026
 
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Distances: 11, 22, 45 miles
Difficulty: Gently rolling terrain with one or two short hills
Limited to: 1 Participants

Join us for the fourth annual Baileys Dirt Fondo and Fundraiser on Saturday, October 24th, 2026!

Our “Dirt Fondo” is adapted from a traditional Italian “Gran Fondo” and will feature a singletrack adventure race consisting of casual riding between optionally timed “segments” and Strava KOM/QOM segment challenges. Rest stops throughout the courses will feature local treats to keep you energized for the trail ahead. Don’t miss out on your chance to support and explore the Baileys Trail System this fall!

The Baileys Trail System is an 88-mile mountain-bike-optimized trail system in the Wayne National Forest. Baileys Trail System will be the longest contiguous mountain bike-optimized trail system east of the Mississippi River. Visit our website to learn more about the trail system: www.baileystrailsystem.org/

All proceeds from the Dirt Fondo will support the management and development of the Baileys Trail System, the work of the Outdoor Recreation Council of Appalachia (ORCA), its nonprofit partner Athens-Wayne Outdoor Asset Development Corporation (AWOADC), and our mission: "To integrate conservation, outdoor recreation, and economic development to strengthen and inspire communities in Appalachian Ohio. Learn more about ORCA and our work: www.orcaohio.com/

Baileys Dirt Fondo

 
Start Located At: 8433 West Bailey Road, Millfield, OH 45761, Millfield, OH 45761
 
 
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Race Schedule
8:15am: Black Diamond: Mandatory Pre-Race Meeting at starting line

8:30am: Black Diamond / Long Course begins

9:45am: Blue Square: Mandatory Pre-Race Meeting at starting line

10:00am: Blue Square / Medium Course begins

11:15am: Green Circle: Mandatory Pre-Race Meeting at starting line

11:30am: Green Circle / Short Course begins

11:45am: Youth/Family: Mandatory Pre-Race Meeting at starting line

12:00pm: Youth/Family Fun ride begins


Fundraiser Event Schedule


Join us at the trailhead after the race for food & drink, a silent auction, live music, and podium awards!

Registration Fees

Black Diamond/Long Course

Pricing Deadline

Cost

Pre-Registration 

$95

Early Bird

$105

Regular

$120

In-Person Late Sign-Up

$130

 

Blue Square/Medium Course

Pricing Deadline

Cost

Pre-Registration

$55

Early Bird

$65

Regular 

$80

In-Person Late Sign-Up

$90

 

Green Circle/Short Course

Pricing Deadline

Cost

Pre-Registration 

$30

Early Bird 

$40

Regular

$50

In-Person Late Sign-Up

$55

 

Youth/Family

 

Pricing Deadline

Cost

Pre-Registration 

$10

Early Bird 

$20

Regular 

$30

In-Person Late Sign-Up

$35

 

Included

Race Timing:

Race segments will be automatically timed. The overall course time will be timed for the Youth/Family ride. The overall course time will be timed for the Black, Blue, and Green courses, but will not be used for scoring. 

 

Segment timing is optional and can be selected during registration. All riders will be issued a timing device and number plate. For those who elect not to be timed, your name will be removed from the final results. Use of the timing device is mandatory and will be used to manage rider safety regardless of if the rider chooses to show their name in final results.

 

Participation in the KOM/QOM segment challenge is optional. To participate, riders should record and upload their ride to Strava upon finishing. Riders must upload their ride within 30 minutes of finishing in order to be eligible for KOM/QOM prizes.

 

Participants will be issued a number plate, which should be placed on the headset/handlebars of their bike with the provided zip ties. Participants will also be issued a timing device that must be worn on the left ankle (opposite the derailleur). After the race, the participant may dispose of the timing device. The number plate can be used as a meal ticket at the finish line. Race organizers will collect number plates for reuse after they are used as meal tickets.

 

Race Scoring:

For the youth course, the team with the fastest average time will win. The top three teams will be honored on the podium. Selecting team members and a team name is required during sign-up.

 

For the Green, Blue, and Black courses, segment placement rankings will be combined into an overall score, and the individual with the lowest overall score will be the winner. Podium awards will be issued to the top 3 competitors in each category. 

 

KOM/QOM segment challenges will not be factored into overall podium placements. A prize will be issued to the top KOM and top QOM on each segment, regardless of race category. KOM/QOM participation is optional, and participants must upload their race to Strava within 30 minutes of finishing to be eligible for prizes; they must also have their Strava privacy settings updated so that segment times are publicly viewable.

Packet Pickups

Friday, October 23rd from 6 to 8 pm at Jackie O’s Taproom (25 Campbell Street, Athens, OH 45701)
Saturday, October 24th from 7:30 am – 11:30 am. Packets must be picked up 30 minutes before race start time.

Prize / Race Categories

Youth/Family Fun Race


Category Start Time Distance
Fee 
Youth/Family Fun Race 12:00 PM 5 miles $30

5 miles, Entire Course Timed.
Adult chaperone required per 3 youth under the age of 12. Chaperones not required for youth over the age of 12.

Green Circle / Short Course

Women's Masters (50+) Green Circle / Short Course 11:30 AM 12 miles $50

12 miles, 1 timed segment, 1 QOM challenge, 1 rest stop

Women's Open Green Circle / Short Course 11:30 AM 12 miles $50

12 miles, 1 timed segment, 1 QOM challenge, 1 rest stop

Women's U18 Green Circle / Short Course 11:30 AM 12 miles $50

12 miles, 1 timed segment, 1 QOM challenge, 1 rest stop


Men's Masters (50+) Green Circle / Short Course 11:30 AM 12 miles $50
12 miles, 1 timed segment, 1 KOM challenge, 1 Rest Stop


Men's Open Green Circle / Short Course 11:30 AM 12 miles $50
12 miles, 1 timed segment, 1 KOM challenge, 1 Rest Stop


Men's U18 Green Circle / Short Course 11:30 AM 12 miles $50
12 miles, 1 timed segment, 1 KOM challenge, 1 Rest Stop


Blue Square / Medium Course


Women's Masters (50+) Blue Square / Medium Course 10:00 AM 25 miles $80
25 miles, 3 timed segments, 2 QOM challenges, 2 rest stops

Women's Open Blue Square / Medium Course 10:00 AM 25 miles $80

25 miles, 3 timed segments, 2 QOM challenges, 2 rest stops

Women's U18 Blue Square / Medium Course 10:00 AM 25 miles $80

25 miles, 3 timed segments, 2 QOM challenges, 2 rest stops

Men's Masters (50+) Blue Square / Medium Course 10:00 AM 25 miles $80

25 miles, 3 timed segments, 2 KOM segment challenges, 2 rest stops

Men's Open Blue Square / Medium Course 10:00 AM 25 miles $80

25 miles, 3 timed segments, 2 KOM challenges, 2 rest stops

Men's U18 Blue Square / Medium Course 10:00 AM 25 miles $80

25 miles, 3 timed segments, 2 KOM challenges, 2 rest stops

Black Diamond / Long Course

Women's Masters (50+) Black Diamond / Long Course 8:30 AM 45 miles $120

45 miles, 5 race segments, 3 QOM challenges, 3 rest stops

Women's Open Black Diamond / Long Course 8:30 AM 45 miles $120

45 miles, 5 timed segments, 3 QOM challenges, 3 rest stops

Women's U18 Black Diamond / Long Course 8:30 AM 45 miles $120

45 miles, 5 timed segments, 3 QOM challenges, 3 rest stops

Men's Masters (50+) Black Diamond / Long Course 8:30 AM 45 miles $120

45 miles, 5 timed segments, 3 KOM challenges, 3 rest stops

Men's Open Black Diamond / Long Course 8:30 AM 45 miles $120

45 miles, 5 timed segments, 3 KOM challenges, 3 rest stops

Men's U18 Black Diamond / Long Course 8:30 AM 45 miles $120

45 miles, 5 timed segments, 3 KOM challenges, 3 rest stops

Single Speed: Black Diamond / Long Course 8:30 AM 45 miles $120

45 miles, 5 timed segments, 3 QOM/KOM challenges, 3 rest stops
Race Courses
Click the link next to each route name to view the Baileys Dirt Fondo routes. Routes may have minor changes made before the race date. All participants will be notified in the event of any route change.


Youth/Family Fun Ride: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/169712676
Green Circle/Short Course: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/247888701

Blue Square/ Medium Course: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/172787485
Black Diamond/Long Course: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/385632493

 
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Features
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