Crystal Rush

Crystal Rush Mountain Bike Race

The Crystal Rush is a brand-new spring mountain bike race at Crystal Mountain, bringing true XCO action to Michigan on a 3.1-mile(ish) lap packed with options and excitement. Part of the new Boundless Race and Ride Company Grand Prix, it will offer cash prizes and amazing awards. Riders can choose their own adventure each lap: send it on the A-line with jumps, drops, and tech, or take the slightly longer, more traditional B-line down the mountain. Designed in collaboration with Kyan Olshove, Rob Martin (Bike Life with Rob), and Earl Whitney (Crystal Mountain trail guy), Crystal Rush delivers something fresh, fast, and seriously fun to the state’s MTB scene. With projected lap times as quick as 14 minutes, the finish line will be rocking from the opening lap to the final sprint. We will have the same post-race party that you’ve come to know and love at Peak2Peak, so sign up today to be part of the inaugural Crystal Rush!

This epic event is held in and around the beautiful and gently rolling terrain which surrounds Crystal Mountain and will start and finish right at the resort! The trail system, which includes both Crystal Mountain property and state land, provides some of the most fun riding in Michigan. The hardwood and pine forests along with rambling two-tracks and flowing single-tracks will have you humming as you race. The course is fast and challenging but not so difficult that racers new to the sport won’t have a great time. Plus, the pre-race and post-race festivities at the Mountain are always a good time. While the adults manage to find their way to “adult” activities (read: quaffing cold ones post-race), the general atmosphere is totally family-friendly. Then there’s the time of year: great temps, beautiful colors – ideal for hearty competition and great family fun.

Event Categories and Pricing

• Pro/Elite: Price: $70, Time: 1:00PM EDT
• Expert: Price: $70, Time: 1:00PM EDT
• Sport: Price: $65, Time: 9:30AM EDT
• Beginner: Price: $65, Time: 11:15AM EDT

Registration Opens December 10, 2025 at 8:00am EST.