Dirt Cheap Stage Race

Dirt Cheap Stage Race, presented by Fleet Feet Rochester and YellowJacket Racing, is a three-day trail-running stage race in Mendon Ponds Park near Rochester, NY. Participants can tackle one, two, or all three stages: Stage 1 is a 3-mile trail time trial on Pond Road; Stage 2 covers 5.5 miles at Devils Bathtub with its infamous stair-climb finish; Stage 3 is an 11-mile epic weaving through Mendon Ponds Park’s trails. The event offers a tremendously challenging yet beautiful course, with post-race food after each stage.

Perks include a custom mug for the first 200 registrants and a hoodie for finishers who complete all stages (sized if registered by Oct 20, 2025). Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.