The Bell’s Beer Iceman Cometh Challenge is an annual 30 mile mountain biking race from Kalkaska to Traverse City. This year’s 27th annual event takes place on Saturday, November 5, 2016.
If you are headed to Northern Michigan for the Iceman (Second Place in Traverse Magazine’s Red Hot Best award for Endurance Events!) and don’t know where to start looking for lodging or places to eat, we have compiled a resource guide for you.
Lodging
There are plenty of places to stay in Traverse City, but to look for your perfect location on the water, in downtown, with the kids and more check out the Hotels & Cottage Rentals guide.
Top 10 Northern Michigan Hotels with a View
Top 10 Northern Michigan Hotels to Stay with Kids
Dining
Looking for a great place to eat during your Northern Michigan weekend? Peruse our restaurant guide. If you plan on sticking around for a few days make sure to think about some great sushi spots, yummy burger joints, and don’t forget a frosty autumn pint!
Restaurants at the Village at Grand Traverse Commons
Mario Batali’s Best Northern Michigan Food Finds
10 New Northern Michigan Restaurants
Red Hot Best 2016 Northern Michigan Coffee Houses
Attractions
Northern Michigan has a lot of cool places to explore. Go on a wine tour around Traverse City, shop at the Village at the Grand Traverse Commons or even take a helicopter tour of the region! There’s also plenty of biking, hiking and more!
Traverse City Beer Week
10 Best Leelanau County Road Bike Routes
Northern Michigan Biking Trails
Sleeping Bear Dunes Biking
Top 10 Hiking Trails
Local Bike Stores
If you’re in the market for a new bike or are looking for a place to do repairs, see below for a variety of options.
Brick Wheels
736 E. Eighth Street, Traverse City
City Bike Shop
322 S. Union Street, Traverse City
Einstein Cycles
1990 U.S. 31, Traverse City
McLain Cycle and Fitness
750 E. Eighth Street, Traverse City
One of a Kind Cycle
1400 Yellow Drive, Traverse City