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
roadgravel
Moab Fondo Fest
Moab, Utah, United States · 1–2 May 2027
Difficulty: 4/5 — Very hard
A two-day cycling weekend in Moab featuring a paved mountain loop gran fondo on Saturday and a rugged desert gravel fondo on Sunday.
Visit official site →- Distances
- 115 km · 80.8 km · 50 km
- Elevation
- 1,214 m
- Surface
- tarmac, gravel, dirt
- Typical W/kg
- 3–4.2
Rider fit
Who it's for
Dedicated cyclists looking to tackle challenging mountain climbs and rugged desert terrain over a consecutive weekend.
Who will struggle
Riders lacking endurance for consecutive days of significant climbing and remote desert gravel riding.
Training focus
Build sustained climbing endurance for high-altitude passes alongside technical handling for loose desert gravel.
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FAQs
What events are offered during the Moab Fondo Fest?+
The festival features the TransRockies Gran Fondo Moab on Saturday and the TransRockies Gravel Fondo Moab on Sunday, with an option to ride both back-to-back.
When does the event take place?+
The event is scheduled for Saturday, May 1, and Sunday, May 2, 2027.
Where do the rides start and finish?+
The Gran Fondo begins at Lions Park in Moab, follows the Colorado River and Castle Valley, and finishes at Old City Park before heading to ChillVille at Swanny Park for post-ride meals and drinks.
Are there participant limits for the events?+
Yes, registration is capped at 600 cyclists for the Gran Fondo and 350 for the Gravel Fondo.
When does registration open?+
Registration for the 2027 event opens on August 12, 2026.