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There’s No Business Like Snow Business for 2025!
Put those bar mitts on, lower those tire pressures, and get ready because the long-awaited Seeley Big Fat is just around the corner! Whether you’re here as a racer, volunteer, spectator, or one of our incredible sponsors (we couldn’t do it without you!) — WELCOME!
Register now and help us gear up for a spectacular day of fun. So join us for an unforgettable event in the snow!
A Big Fat Raffle!
This year, we’re excited to offer fantastic raffle prizes, with all proceeds supporting the winter grooming of CAMBA singletrack trails! Our goal is to raise $7,500 through our raffle for this season and future efforts. Your participation makes all the difference! And this year, buy your raffle tickets online! You do not need to be present to win, but all the winners will be announced at the awards party at the Sawmill Saloon. See raffle details and rules here.
Here is what you could win:
Arctodus SLX donated by Otso Cycles – Big adventures require a bike that can rise to the occasion. Arctodus is named after Arctodus simus, an Ice Age behemoth that was the largest bear ever to walk the Earth. ($2,400 value)
Terrene Johnny 5 donated by Start Line Inn – Johnny 5 Fat Tires is an extremely soft condition tire designed with a wide platform, tall paddle lugs, and 320 studs for maximum traction so that you can continue moving forward when stopping is not an option. ($500 value for set)
Tubb’s Wayfinder, donated by New Moon Ski & Bike – The top snowshoe in the Trail Walking category, the Wayfinder, is updated with fresh art and colors and ready to hit the trails. ($199 value)
Muc-Off Clean Bundle – This clean bundle is the complete package for the ultimate clean, protect and lube routine. It includes all the essentials for a full all-over bike cleaning after long, dusty summer rides. ($100 value)
Thanks for supporting our raffle! When you buy a ticket, you’ll receive a receipt and an e-ticket sent to your email. If you don’t see them, please take a peek in your spam folder—sometimes emails get a little lost. We really appreciate your support! All proceeds from the race and raffle go directly to the snowmobile and winter grooming of CAMBA singletrack! Our goal is to raise $10,000 btw the race and raffle to fund the new snowmobile and winter grooming.
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Equipment Requirements
The Seeley Big Fat Race is for fat bikes only and tires must be 3.8 wide or larger.
Entry Details and Fees
Registration opened on Nov 15, 2024: $65 for Non-Members, $55 for current CAMBA Members (as of race day), and $40 for youth. If you are not a member, please consider joining CAMBA.
Jan 1, 2025 – Jan 17, 2025: In light of the current snow conditions, we’re excited to announce that entry fees for the 2025 race will remain unchanged! This means you can enjoy an outstanding course without any additional costs. Join us for what promises to be an unforgettable celebration of winter and a fantastic time riding with friends!
ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES JANUARY 17, 2025 AT 10 PM.
** Entry fees are non-refundable **
Registration/Bib Pickup
The Sawmill Saloon in beautiful Downtown Seeley is the place to be for registration before the race and for fun afterward. Registration and bib pickup will be at the Sawmill Saloon (13505 N US Highway 63) in the Theater Room (at the back of the restaurant; easiest access is in the back of the building)
Friday, January 17th, 5:30PM – 7:30PM: $65 for Non-Members and $55 for current CAMBA Members (as of race day).
Saturday, January 18th 9:00AM – 10:30AM: Don’t miss out!! Same day registration is available for $65 with a $10 discount for current CAMBA and CAMBA Snow Rider members.
Saturday Race & After Party & Awards Schedule
BIG FAT ITINERARY
Friday Jan. 17th
Fri. 12:00 noon to Sat. 11:45 AM – Course is marked, and pre-ride is open!
5:30 PM to 7:30 PM – Bib pickup at Sawmill Saloon in Seeley
Saturday Jan. 18th
10:30 AM – Registration closes
9:00 AM to 10:30 AM – Bib pickup at Sawmill Saloon in Seeley
11:45 AM – Pre-Ride closes
12:00 NOON – Long & Short Races start!
12:30 PM to 2:00 PM – Free BEvERages and bonfire at the finish line!
3:00 PM – Appetizers in the Theatre at Sawmill Saloon
4:00 PM – Awards and Raffle at Sawmill Saloon
Awards: The top 3 Women Long Course, Top 3 Women Short Course, Top 3 Men Long Course, and Top 3 Men Short Course will be receiving awards.
A raffle drawing will take place immediately after the awards ceremony. Make sure to stick around to see who wins some awesome merch from our sponsors!
Volunteer
Thank You, CAMBA-Fat Supporters!
We’re so grateful for your ongoing support, and we’d love to have you on board again this year! If you’re able to help, connect with our amazing Volunteer Coordinator, Rhonda, at rdebough@cambatrails.org and don’t forget to spread the word!
Pre-Ride
The Short Course and first lap of the race will only be open for pre-riding on Saturday morning until 11:45 am. Please note that groomers may be on the trail to take care of the Friday night snow. The singletrack on the course is always open for pre-riding. The course markings should be up for anyone riding the singletrack in the mid afternoon on Friday.
Race Day Parking
All event participants and spectators are asked to please park behind the Sawmill Saloon or across the street from the Sawmill at Vortanz Lumber (see map below). There is limited parking on the roads in the area due to snow. Parking will not be allowed between the start and the finish lines on Old 00.
Start/Finish
The START line is located approximately 0.5 miles from the Sawmill Saloon on Old OO.
Both races will START at 12:00pm sharp. Race participants will line up on the right side of the road heading East. There will be no gates, no waves, no holding spots. This is a mass start. Racers who envision finishing in less than 1hr 15min, should start at the beginning of the pack.
The FINISH line is located 1.8 miles from the Sawmill Saloon off of Old OO on the Seeley Ski Trails. 1-Lap/Short course racers will be finishing and 2-lap/Long course racers will be heading out on their second lap and through the finish shortly after 12:20PM. Long Course finishers will start rolling through after 1:00PM if the conditions are very fast. The FINISH area is a great spot to spectate from as well. Limited support crew parking will be available East of the trailhead on Old OO. Cheer on the other finishers, enjoy the fire, have some Smores, and listen to the tunes. If history repeats itself, our last finisher will be done just after 4PM.
Please see maps below for more information
Parking & Start/Finish Map
Course Map
Here is a Ride With GPS link for the short course
And here is the Ride With GPS link for the long race
Course Signage
