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The Holler in Walhalla

South Carolina, USA · 22 August 2026

Difficulty: 4/5 — Very hard

A challenging 83-mile mountain gravel race featuring 1,900 meters of elevation gain across chunky and smooth U.S. Forest Service roads in Walhalla, South Carolina. Riders can choose from four distinct distances ranging from 21 to 83 miles using a fun timed-segment format.

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Distances
21mi · 51mi · 63mi · 83mi
Elevation
1,900 m
Surface
gravel, dirt
Typical W/kg
3–4.2

Rider fit

Who it's for

Gravel riders who enjoy a mix of competitive timed segments and a party-paced social atmosphere with friends.

Who will struggle

Riders unprepared for steep mountain climbs, chunky gravel descents, and significant elevation gains over rugged forest service roads.

Training focus

Climbing endurance, sustained power on steep gravel grades, and handling skills for loose and chunky descents.

Are you ready for this race?

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FAQs

What are the available distance options?+

Riders can choose from four different courses: the 21-mile Baby Holler, the 51-mile Little Holler, the 63-mile Big Holler, and the 83-mile Boss Holler.

What kind of terrain and surface can I expect?+

The course utilizes U.S. Forest Service mountain gravel roads featuring a mix of smooth crush and chunky sections similar to the Valley of the Giants routes.

How does the race format work?+

The event uses a timed-segment race format where riders can pace themselves together between segments and then drop the hammer during designated timed sections.

Where does the race start and finish?+

Both the start and finish are located at The Walhalla Depot, situated at 211 S College St, Walhalla, SC 29691.

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