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The 2024 Pepsi Challenge and Great River Energy Rush is officially canceled due to lack of snow and an unfavorable weather forecast. We will review our financials in the coming weeks to determine what we can offer registered participants as a partial credit or refund.
We thank you for your continued support and are planning big things for 2025!
The Annual Pepsi Challenge Cup Race will be held at Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort™ in Biwabik. Giants Ridge has a world class reputation for its race trails and snow grooming. The Ridge has held the World Cup, Olympic Trials, National Collegiate Finals and U. S. National Championships. The Pepsi Challenge Cup is a 50K freestyle race on the world class Nordic Trail System. There are four companion races: Pepsi Challenge 50K Classic, Great River Energy Rush 25K Freestyle, Great River Energy Rush 25K Classic, and Giants Ridge 8K. There is a race to accommodate skiers at every level. The Pepsi Challenge Cup Race is part of the American Ski Marathon Series and serves as a Birkie Qualifier.