Dirty Duel Trail Race

Grand Rapids, United States • 14 Nov 2026

The Dirty Duel Trail Race

The Dirty Duel is a trail race held at Robinette’s Trails in Grand Rapids, MI. The event offers a choice of two dueling courses; each entrant selects which route to run before the race.

Course options:

  • Short & Brutal - 3.1 miles / 5K
  • Long & Difficult - 3.4 miles

The race is presented by Merrell and Gazelle Sports and is organized as a Michigan Adventure Racing event. The course names and distances indicate different route lengths and character; participants choose the route that fits their preference.

Information about registration, course maps, results, and volunteering is provided by the event organizers. The event has been paired with local partners and includes community-focused elements typical of organized trail events.

Details such as specific start times or registration deadlines are managed by the organizers and available through their event information channels. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

3 mi
Long & Difficult (3.4 Miles)
5 km
Short & Brutal (5k / 3.1 Miles)
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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