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
Ned Gravel
Peak to Peak area, Nederland, United States · 2026
Difficulty: 4/5 — Very hard
A high-altitude gravel event offering four challenging courses ranging from beginner-friendly to grueling ultra-distances amidst steep climbs and scenic descents.
Visit official site →- Distances
- Bronze Course · Silver Course · Gold Course · Tungsten Course
- Elevation
- 2,530 m
- Surface
- gravel, tarmac, dirt
- Typical W/kg
- 2.5–4
Rider fit
Who it's for
Riders looking for high-altitude endurance challenges, ranging from gravel-curious beginners to seasoned ultra-distance racers.
Who will struggle
Riders unaccustomed to sustained climbing and high-altitude efforts who fail to manage their fueling strategy.
Training focus
Sustained climbing at altitude and practicing a repeatable nutrition strategy for long hours in the saddle.
Are you ready for this race?
Compare your W/kg to see how you stack up against this race's typical level — and which races fit you best right now.
FAQs
What course options are available?+
The event offers four different course options: Tungsten, Gold, Silver, and Bronze, along with a run option.
Where do the races start and finish?+
The start and finish are located in town at Snyder and 2nd St, with all courses except the Bronze having their official time finish about 1 mile outside of town on Caribou Rd.
What is the Bronze Course best for?+
The Bronze Course is designed for those who are gravel curious, new to gravel, older kids, or anyone wanting to avoid the pressure of a traditional race situation.
What kind of terrain can participants expect?+
Courses feature a mix of pavement, steep climbs, fast descents, and well-maintained gravel roads with some loose, dry, and sandy sections.