Black Hills Rails to Ales, September 24

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Black Hills Rails to Ales is a leisurely ride from Hill City to Custer, SD on the George S. Mickelson Trail.

Enjoy beautiful fall foliage, restored railroad bridges, and incredible views along this 16-mile segment of South Dakota’s first rails to trails conversion.

Registrants have two ride time/meal options to choose from:

Lunch Ride: depart Hill City between 11am and 12pm with ride ending at Mt. Rushmore Brewing Co.

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Dinner ride: depart Hill City between 4pm and 5pm with ride ending at The Custer Beacon.

Both venues are along the Mickelson Trail in downtown Custer and will feature live, musical entertainment. Riders will show wristbands to claim a $25 meal/beverage credit.

Meal includes complimentary, event-branded beer glass for riders to keep.

Event cost: $85 – includes a $25 meal credit, MT day pass, live music, and branded event glass.

Shuttles are available for a $32
Dave’s World Tours & Shuttles will be available to shuttle bikes and passengers from Custer back to the Hill City trailhead. Last shuttle of the day leaves Custer at 7pm.

Riders who don’t register/pay for shuttle service will be responsible for their own transportation.

Need to rent a mountain bike or ebike?
Rentals are available at: South Dakota Outdoor Shop in Custer, Bicycles & Boats and Rabbit Bicycle in Hill City.

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