SBT GRVL is a mixed surface race of up to 142 miles and 9,400 feet of climbing with more than 100 miles of gravel through a combination of mixed terrain roads surrounding the beautiful resort town of Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Picked as one of our best gravel cycling events in Colorado, the event is extremely popular and known to sell out quickly, so plan accordingly. There are four-course options with fully stocked aid stations along the way; Black, Blue, Red, and Green. Black Course is the most challenging ride that covers the full 142 miles and over 9000 feet of elevation gain with six aid stations that include a variety of snacks and hydration options. The Blue Course is 105 miles, 6500 feet of elevation gain, with more than 70 miles of gravel with four aid stations to assist. The Red Course is 64 miles with 4,100 feet of climbing on more than 50 miles of gravel with three aid stations. The final option for the day is the Green Course which is 37 miles with 2,000 feet of climbing and 20 miles of gravel with two aid stations.
The various awards presented at the post-race celebration depend on course registration, gender, and age group. There are cash prizes, prize packages, and awards given for the best time on the three timed climbs: SRAM (Steamboat Lake), Wahoo Fitness (Trout Creek), and Point6 (Corkscrew). Chef Biju Thomas, Co-Author of The Feed Zone Cookbooks, will oversee the culinary experience at Sunday’s post-race party. Biju will work with local vendors to bring together some great food to highlight the region and create an elevated and unique post-race meal for everyone.
Steamboat Springs is a resort town known for the Steamboat Ski Resort, but the outdoor activities, restaurant selection, and variety of lodging options last all year.
