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Dirty Duel Trail Race

Name: Dirty Duel Trail Race
Start: 2026-11-14
End: 2026-11-14
Location: Grand Rapids

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, Michigan. The event offers two dueling course options so participants select which route to run on race day rather than following a single course.

Available course options:

Short & Brutal: 3.1 miles (5K)
Long & Difficult: 3.4 miles

The race branding uses the phrase "This May Be The Toughest 5K You'll Ever Run." The event is presented once again by Merrell and Gazelle Sports and is organized as an event of Michigan Adventure Racing. The event page and associated social channels include reviews and updates from past editions. The race is associated with dates in November on its event listings. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Michigan Grand Rapids

Race information

Website

3 mi

Short & Brutal

3 mi

Long & Difficult

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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