The 2025 Polar Roll is gonna be one to remember: We’re bringing back the Point-to-Point MS30 format and we’re spicing up the MS15. EX routes are gonna get some updates, and we’re planning to roll out some brand new backwoods winter adventures for ya to enjoy. PR-ULTRA is back for the third year, and the route is gonna get some updates. Last but not least, we’re happy to share that Polar Roll will be presented by 45NRTH this year (and into the future). Now let’s get some damn snow!
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POLAR ROLL – MS (LIMITED TO 400 SPOTS)
Date: 2.17.25
Why: You love winter adventuring with 400 of your best friends.
Who: Anyone signed up for the Polar Roll-MS, their support crews, friends and family, and sponsors.
What: 15 or 30 miles of machine groomed singletrack, by bike or on foot.
When: February 15, 2025
Where:
Start Line: TBD, Finish Line: 319 East Division Street, Ishpeming, Michigan 49855
Routes: Will not be released until the week of the event. GPS is required! If you do not use GPS, go off course, or cut the course, you will be disqualified.
Event start times:
MS-30 (Bike/Hike) *Reference PR25-MOD1 Field Manual when it is released
MS-15 (Bike/Hike) *Reference PR25-MOD1 Field Manual when it is released
Event Cut-offs: 12 hours for all event lengths.
Timing company: https://www.superiortiming.com/
2025 Field Manual: Coming Soon.
POLAR ROLL – EX
Date: 1.1.25 - 3.16.25
Why: You prefer your winter adventures alone, or with a small group of friends.
Who: Anyone looking for a challenge, or seeking a winter goal.
What: EX15, EX30, Duathlon for Dummies, IQ Test.
When: January 1 – March 16, 2025
Where: TBD
Routes: EX routes will be available one week prior to the opening of the EX window.
Start Times: Whenever the hell you want.
Event Cut-offs: 24 Hours, All events.
Timing company: Refer to the Field Manual for details.
Again, this page covers only who, what, when, where, and why.
Polar Roll Field Manuals provide a much deeper dive into the nuance and fundamentals of each event.
2025 Field Manual: Coming Soon.
POLAR ROLL ULTRA (LIMITED TO 75 SPOTS)
Date: 2.17.25
We’re not looking for race resumes, but we do need some info if you wanna do the Ultra. You need to Email Todd.
Why: Because you’re looking for a new challenge that will take you to your limits.
Who: This event is capped and will be limited to participants whom we allow to register for it.
What: PR-Ultra (140 miles)
When: February 17, 2025
Where: Start TBD, Finish: West End Ski & Trail, Ishpeming, MI
Route: The 2025 route will receive a few “enhancements”. Stay tuned.
Start Time: 7:00 AM
Event Cut-off: 48 hours. Buckle Times will be established once the route is finalized.
Timing company: https://trackleaders.com/
Again, this page covers only who, what, when, where, and why. Polar Roll Field Manuals provide a much deeper dive into the nuance and fundamentals of each event.
In compliance with MCL 324.51113 of the Commercial Forest Act, none of the funds raised for this event will be used as payment or compensation for use of any part of the event that traverses property enrolled in the Commercial Forest Program.
2025 Field Manual: Coming Soon.
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