Truckee Tahoe Gravel 2026

Truckee Tahoe Gravel 2026

Presented by Bike Monkey · Updated July 2025
Gravel Mixed Surface
Truckee, CA
Jun 27, 2026
Solo

Long Course

Terrain
mixed

Medium Course

Terrain
mixed

Short Course

Terrain
technical-trail
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About This Event

Truckee Tahoe Gravel 2026, produced by premier event operator Bike Monkey, is a wild mixed-terrain adventure ride into the gravel and dirt roads of the majestic Tahoe National Forest. Picked as one of our Best Gravel Cycling Events in California, there are two competitive options and a third shorter route designed for beginners or those looking for a lighter challenge. There is a great lineup of activities throughout the weekend, making it a well-rounded experience for all participants. The event will recognize the top three men and women for each age group. There are six age groups for the long and medium courses: U20, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60+.

The race options are fully supported with up to three well-stocked aid stations for hydration and food. There are on-bike marshals, SAG, and moto support along the routes. The shortest ride is free and recommended for beginner riders with a mix of dirt and pavement who want to experience light climbing. It is open to children, but parents must supervise them. Registrants can order Biemme Kit men’s and women’s jerseys and bike accessories through the Bike Monkey store. Bikes best suited for the three routes are mixed-terrain gravel bikes with Panaracer Gravel King Tubeless tires that are 38c or bigger. People also ride hardtail mountain bikes.

Truckee, CA, is a great place to visit for cyclists and those supporting the riders. It is situated in the picturesque heart of California’s northern Sierra Nevada. Truckee is a genuine mountain town with terrain to suit every type of rider, and visitors will relish the town’s convenient proximity to Lake Tahoe, a mere 15-minute drive from its northern shores.

Bike Monkey, a premier road and gravel cycling event producer in Northern California, produces the event. Sister events include Fish Rock, Heart of Gold, Wente, Truckee Dirt Fondo, Hammer Road Rally, Stetina’s Pay Dirt, and Rebecca’s Private Idaho.

Bike Monkey

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Bike Monkey is a California-based event production company renowned for organizing high-quality cycling races and adventure rides while also focusing on community engagement and charitable efforts. The company was founded with the mission to combine a passion for cycling with philanthropy, using its events to raise funds for various causes. Bike Monkey events range from gravel races to road cycling, offering diverse challenges for cyclists of all skill levels.

Charities Supported

Bike Monkey integrates charity into many of its events, supporting various causes, including environmental conservation, public land protection, and disaster relief. For example:

  • The NorCal High School Cycling League: Bike Monkey supports youth development in cycling by raising funds for this league, which encourages high school students to participate in mountain biking as a sport.
  • Santa Rosa Fire Recovery: After devastating wildfires in Northern California, Bike Monkey contributed to local recovery efforts, raising significant funds to help affected communities rebuild.
  • Be Good™ Foundation: Many events, such as Rebecca’s Private Idaho, support this foundation, focusing on empowerment and healing through cycling.

Prominent Events

  1. Levi’s GranFondo
    This is one of Bike Monkey’s most well-known events, attracting thousands of riders annually. Hosted in Santa Rosa, California, it offers a variety of routes, from beginner-friendly to extremely challenging, all through beautiful Northern California landscapes. Proceeds benefit local charities and environmental causes.
  2. Fish Rock
    Known for its tough gravel course, this event takes riders through the rugged terrain of Mendocino County, California. The ride combines scenic beauty with grueling climbs and gravel roads, and it raises awareness for local land conservation efforts.
  3. Rebecca’s Private Idaho
    Co-produced with Rebecca Rusch, this gravel event in Idaho combines stunning mountain terrain with charity fundraising for the Be Good™ Foundation. Riders can choose from multiple route options, making it accessible for varying skill levels while supporting a meaningful cause.

Bike Monkey is widely respected in the cycling community for delivering well-organized and challenging events and for its ongoing commitment to supporting charitable causes through the power of cycling.

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