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Bike Ride Itinerary


Friday | 5:30pm – 9:30pmRegistration

Visit local Eateries for Food & Drink
Storm Cloud craft beer, Iron Fish Distillery, Northern Natural and mead available.
View Registration Options: Ride Gravel & Grit, canoe, or kayak.


Saturday | 6:00am - 9:30amRegistration


Saturday | 6:00am – 9:00amBreakfast

Blueberry pancakes, oatmeal


Saturday | 7:30am210K Bike Ride Starts


Saturday | 8:30am170K Bike Ride Starts


Saturday | 9:00amGravel & Grit Starts


Saturday | 9:30am130K Bike Ride Starts


Saturday | 10:00amPeddle & Paddle Starts

Canoes and Kayaks leave Tippy Dam by 10am.


Saturday | 10:30am70K Bike Ride Starts


Saturday |1:00 - 8:00pmAfter Ride Meal & Festivities

From local farms: Salmon, venison, corn, beans, potatoes, desserts, depending on availability.
Festivities: Music, bonfire, pool, **Storm Cloud craft beer**, **Iron Fish distilled spirits**, and **Northern Natural **.


Sunday | 7:00am - 9:30amBreakfast

Leftovers


All Rides Start and End At:

Location Information

  • Big Bear Sportsman's Club
  • 8927 Puustinen Rd, Kaleva, MI, 49660 US

Any Questions? Contact:

Bob Schuelke, Event Organizer       574-229-1764      [email protected]

Jeanette Somsel, Event Organizer       231-499-2389         [email protected]


  • The Main Event! Choose this option if you are only participating in the Butt cruise

  • Ride in the Butt Cruise or Gravel & Grit and also join us for a 2 hour float from Tippy Damn to High Bridge. Choose this option if you'd like to bring your own Kayak or Canoe. This does NOT include Canoe Rental.

  • Ride in the Butt Cruise or Gravel & Grit and also join us for a 2 hour float from Tippy Damn to High Bridge. Choose this option if you'd like to rent a Kayak or Canoe from us. This includes the rental fee.

  • Mountain Bike ride through the Manistee National Forest

  • No T-shirt or BBSC item, Dinner or Breakfast


  • Due to Vendor supplies, will not know availability of color until we order them

RELEASE TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

In consideration of the issuance of a license to me by one or more Releasees or the acceptance of my application for entry in the above event, I hereby freely agree to and make the following contractual representations and agreements. I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT BY SIGNING THIS DOCUMENT, I AM ASSUMING RISKS, AND AGREEING TO INDEMNIFY, NOT TO SUE AND RELEASE FROM LIABILITY THE ORGANIZER OF THIS EVENT, USA CYCLING, INC. (USAC), USA CYCLING DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION (USACDF), AND THEIR RESPECTIVE AGENTS, INSURERS, EMPLOYEES,
VOLUNTEERS, MEMBERS, CLUBS, OFFICIALS, SPONSORS, EVENT DIRECTORS, LOCAL ASSOCIATIONS, AND AFFILIATES (COLLECTIVELY "RELEASEES"), AND THAT I AM GIVING UP SUBSTANTIAL LEGAL RIGHTS. THIS RELEASE IS A CONTRACT WITH LEGAL AND BINDING CONSEQUENCES AND IT APPLIES TO ALL RACES AND ACTIVITIES ENTERED AT THE EVENT, REGARDLESS WHETHER OR NOT LISTED ABOVE. I HAVE READ IT CAREFULLY BEFORE SIGNING, AND I UNDERSTAND WHAT IT MEANS AND WHAT I AM AGREEING TO BY SIGNING.

I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT CYCLING IS AN INHERENTLY DANGEROUS SPORT AND FULLY REALIZE THE DANGERS OF PARTICIPATING IN THIS EVENT, whether as a rider, official, coach, mechanic, volunteer, spectator, or otherwise, and FULLY ASSUME THE RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH SUCH
PARTICIPATION INCLUDING, by way of example, and not limitation: dangers associated with man-made and natural jumps; the dangers of collision with pedestrians, vehicles, other riders, and fixed or moving objects; the dangers arising from surface hazards, including pot holes, equipment failure, inadequate safety equipment, use of equipment or materials provided by the event organizer and others, THE RELEASEES' OWN NEGLIGENCE, the negligence of others and weather conditions; and the possibility of serious physical and/or mental trauma or injury, or death associated with the event. For myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, legal representatives, assignees, and successors in interest (collectively "Successors") I HEREBY WAIVE, RELEASE, DISCHARGE, HOLD HARMLESS, AND PROMISE TO INDEMNIFY AND NOT TO SUE the Releasees and all sponsors, organizers and promoting organizations, property owners, law enforcement agencies, public entities, special districts and properties that are in any manner connected with this event, and their respective agents, officials, and employees through or by which the event will be held, (the foregoing are also collectively deemed to be Releasees), FROM ANY AND ALL RIGHTS AND CLAIMS INCLUDING CLAIMS ARISING FROM THE RELEASEES' OWN NEGLIGENCE TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, which I have or which may hereafter accrue to me and from any and all damages which may be sustained by me directly or indirectly in connection with, or arising out of, my participation in or association with the event, or travel to or return from the event. I agree it is my sole responsibility to be familiar with the event course and agenda, the Releasees' rules, and any special regulations for the event and agree to comply with all such rules and regulations. I understand and agree that situations may arise during the event which may be beyond the control of the Releasees, and I must continually ride and otherwise participate so as to neither endanger myself nor others. I accept responsibility for the condition and adequacy of my equipment, any equipment provided for my use, and my conduct in connection with this event. I will wear a helmet which satisfies the requirements of the Releasees' Racing Rules or Regulations and that can protect against serious head injury, and assume all responsibility and
liability for the selection of such a helmet and any modifications or attachments made thereto. I have no physical or medical condition which would endanger myself or others if I participate in this event. y national federation, if referred by USADA. I agree, for myself and my Successors, that the above representations are contractually binding, and are not mere recitals, and that should I or my Successors assert a claim contrary to what I have agreed to in this contract, the claiming party shall be liable for the expenses (including legal fees) incurred by the Releasees in defending the claims. This contract may not be modified orally, and a waiver or modification of any provision shall not be construed
as a waiver or modification of any other provision herein or as a consent to any subsequent waiver or modification. I consent to the release by any third party to Releasees and their insurance carriers of my name and medical information that may relate solely to any injury or death I may suffer arising from the event. Every term and provision of this contract is intended to be severable. If any one or more of them is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that shall not affect the other terms and provisions, which shall remain binding and enforceable.

I ATTEST THAT I AM EIGHTEEN (18) YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER [19 IN ALABAMA] (OR THAT IF I AM YOUNGER, MY PARENTS OR LEGAL GUARDIAN HAVE EXECUTED THIS WAIVER BELOW), AND THAT I AM PHYSICALLY FIT AND SUFFICIENTLY TRAINED TO PARTICIPATE IN ALL ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATED WITH THE PROGRAM OR EVENTS AND MY PARTICIPATION IN SUCH PROGRAM OR EVENTS IS VOLUNTARY.

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Event Merchandise

  • Extra Men's T-Shirts

    Extra Men's T-Shirts

    You may add additional T-Shirts here. If registering more than one rider, DO NOT add T-Shirts here. Another T-Shirt will be added with their registration.


  • Extra Women's T-Shirts

    Extra Women's T-Shirts

    You may add additional T-Shirts here. If registering more than one rider, DO NOT add T-Shirts here. Another T-Shirt will be added with their registration.


  • Butt Cruise Grocery Bag

    Butt Cruise Grocery Bag

    Now you can show your love for the Big Bear Butt Cruise when you go grocery shopping or anytime you need to carry things!

    $15.00 ea.

  • Butt Cruise Hat

    Butt Cruise Hat

    Keep your head cool in style with our official Butt Cruise Hat!

    $25.00 ea.

  • Official Butt Cruise Jersey 2024

    Official Butt Cruise Jersey 2024

    The Official Jersey for 2024, design may vary slighty


  • Bike Headlight

    Bike Headlight

    A safety headlight that can be used for safe bike riding in the dark,

    $15.00 ea.

  • Women's Hat

    Women's Hat

    We have an all blue hat available with or without a reflective visor.


  • Water Bottle

    Water Bottle

    CamelBak 21oz Podium Chill bottle. Stay hydrated on the road!

    $15.00 ea.

  • 1/4 Zip Up Shirt

    1/4 Zip Up Shirt

    100% Polyester, Augusta Moisture Management



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Refunds are not allowed, but you may transfer your registration to another rider.

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