gravelbeginner friendly

Stetina's Paydirt Gravel Race

Nevada, United States · 15 May 2027

Difficulty: 3/5 — Hard

Stetina's Paydirt is an exciting gravel event in Carson City, Nevada, featuring a segment-timed format. It offers multiple courses that blend competitive racing with social riding in a festival atmosphere.

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Distances
71.3 mi · 59.5 mi · 14.6 mi
Elevation
1,589 m
Surface
gravel, dirt, singletrack
Typical W/kg
2.5–4

Rider fit

Who it's for

Gravel riders who appreciate a mix of high-intensity timed segments and relaxed, social riding with friends between racing zones.

Who will struggle

Riders who prefer traditional continuous-timing races or those who lack confidence on sandy, high-desert dirt roads and light singletrack.

Training focus

Incorporate high-intensity interval training to prepare for the timed segments, alongside aerobic endurance for the transition sectors.

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

How does the timing format work at Stetina's Paydirt?+

The race features a segment-timed format with distinct timed sections. This allows participants to race hard on the segments while enjoying a relaxed, social pace with other riders in between.

What course options are available?+

Riders can choose from the Long Course (featuring 4 segments and 6 aid stations), the Medium Course (featuring 3 segments and 5 aid stations), or a free Family Course utilizing the Indian Hills trail system.

When and where does rider check-in occur?+

Rider check-in is available on Friday from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Fuji Park, as well as a same-day option on Saturday morning starting at 6:30 AM.

What are the unique trophies awarded at the event?+

Top performers can win handcrafted silver ingots made from 99.9% pure silver, paying homage to Nevada's heritage as the Silver State.

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