TransRockies Desert Gravel
📍 Fruita, Colorado, United States
gravelBeginner friendly
Date
24 April 2027
Distance
30 Miles · 50 Miles · 75 Miles · 100 Miles · 125 Miles
Elevation
1,977 m
Difficulty
gravelbeginner friendly
Le Grand Du Nord
Minnesota, United States · May 23, 2026
Difficulty: 4/5 — Very hard
A spectacular gravel event in northern Minnesota offering three challenging distance options through the Sawtooth Range, featuring remote forest roads and significant climbing.
Visit official site →- Distances
- 110 Mi · 54 Mi · 26 Mi
- Elevation
- 1,829 m
- Surface
- gravel, tarmac, dirt
- Typical W/kg
- 2.5–4
Rider fit
Who it's for
Gravel riders looking for a scenic and challenging early-season endurance test with a remote wilderness feel.
Who will struggle
Cyclists unprepared for steep climbs, remote forest service roads, and potentially rough, rocky two-track sections.
Training focus
Building long-distance endurance and climbing strength for sustained gravel roads and hilly terrain.
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FAQs
What distance options are available?+
Riders can choose from three distances: 110 miles, 54 miles, and 26 miles.
What is the terrain like?+
The course primarily utilizes well-maintained Forest Service and county gravel roads, with paved sections at the start and finish in Grand Marais, plus some rough two-track on the longest route.
What tire width is recommended?+
Organizers recommend using bicycles that can accommodate tires between 35 mm and 45 mm wide.
When does the event take place?+
The race is scheduled for Saturday, May 23, 2026.