Last Updated April 14, 2024 The Traka Gravel Girona is a noncompetitive gravel event that occurs around the cycling mecca of Girona, Spain, in the Northeast Catalonia region. The Traka Gravel Girona offers the best roads, landscapes, and tracks in the region, a true postcard photograph where only you are missing. Choose your distance and…
Last Updated April 17, 2024 Nestled amidst the captivating red rock landscapes of Fruita, Colorado, one of the Best Destinations for Outdoor Athletes - Fruita, the annual Fruita Fat Tire Festival stands as a pinnacle in the world of mountain biking—a celebration of the sport's essence set against the dramatic backdrop of the Colorado Plateau.…
Last Updated April 18, 2024 Nestled amidst the picturesque mountains of Oconee County, South Carolina, lies a challenge that beckons the adventurous souls on two wheels—the Race to Valhalla. More than just a gravel bike race, it's a fusion of adrenaline-pumping cycling action and vibrant cultural festivities, making it a standout event in the gravel…
The Moab Fondo Fest is a two-day cycling event that takes place in Moab, Utah, on May 4th and 5th, 2024. It offers two different options for riders: the Gran Fondo Moab, which follows the scenic La Sal Mountain Loop Road for 60 miles, and the Gravel Fondo Moab, which explores the rugged terrain of…
Last updated April 28, 2024 The Pedaler's Bash is an epic 44-mile endurance mountain bike race in world-famous Bentonville, Arkansas. Rated by Strambecco as one of the best mountain bike events for 2024 in the South-Central and Arkansas, the Pedaler's bash is well attended, with an all-inclusive mass start of 250 riders. There is a…
It is one of Utah’s top Gran Fondo-style cycling events and a Transrockies Race Series event. Strambecco rates the event as one of the best road cycling events in the Southwest. Gran Fondo Moab will follow the La Sal Mountain Loop Road, which features a fantastic variety of canyon country scenery. The 60-mile (with 5,500…
Last Updated April 18, 2024 Boggs MTB is an eight-hour mountain bike race held annually in Boggs Demonstration State Forest, located near the small mountain hamlet of Cobb, California. Since its inception in 2006, the event has seen steady growth and remains one of the few enduring relay mountain bike races today. Boggs 8-Hour is the…
Last Updated April 18, 2024 Hincapie Events offers the ultimate cycling experience in Tennessee, the Gran Fondo Hincapie - Chattanooga, which offers standard and junior entries for ~81-mile, ~55-mile, or ~10-mile routes for riders over 18. Picked by Strambecco as one of the Best Road Cycling Events in the Southeast and the Best Cycling Race…
Last Updated April 19, 2024 The Oregon Coast Gravel Epic is the first leg in the five-event Oregon Triple Crown Series of gravel, produced by Mudslinger Events. Also known as the "Spring Classic" of the Pacific Northwest, the route consists of 65% pure logging roads that are unpaved and the other 35% smooth pavement left…
Last Updated April 25, 2024 The Cowichan Crusher Gravel Fondo is the oldest gran fondo on Vancouver Island and is an excellent opportunity for cyclists to explore the natural beauty of the Cowichan Valley. With routes for all levels of riders and the opportunity to participate as an individual or part of a team, the…
Last Updated April 25, 2024 L'Etape Las Vegas is another impressive and unique cycling experience that L'ETAPE Event Series has brought to the United States with rave reviews and one that Strambecco considers to be one of the Best Road Cycling Events in the Southwest. In 2023, the event celebrated 30 years and attracts over…
2024 marks the inaugural TransRockies Gravel Fondo Moab and is part of the Moab Fondo Fest, including the highly acclaimed Transrockies Gran Fondo Moab. The ride begins along the rugged Gemini Bridges Road, where red rock formations and endless vistas will surround you. As you pedal past the iconic Gooney Bird rock, you'll know you're…
Last Updated April 25, 2024 Mudslinger Events presents West Coast Gravl as the second leg of the 11th Anniversary of the Oregon Triple Crown Series. The first leg, the Oregon Coast Gravel Epic takes place the day prior with a start only a short distance away, making for an epic gravel weekend opportunity if you…
The Cascade Gravel Grinder is the second race in the Oregon Gravel Grinder Series and is takes place in and around the adventure-loving town of Bend, Oregon. The event is unique in that it includes a single-day event on Sunday, or the chance to participate in an exclusive multi-day stage race that runs from Friday…
Last Updated May 2, 2024 Founded in 2018, the Jersey Gravel Grinder continues to gain popularity due to the all-surface adventure it offers on its meticulously curated routes, offering an appealing blend of dirt, gravel, and paved roads. The event occurs in and around Bedminster, NJ in Somerset County which is within perfect striking distance for…
Adventure Fest is a unique multi-sport experience in Fruita, Colorado, near Utah's border, combining MTB, Gravel, and a Trail Running event in a one-weekend festival celebrating backcountry racing. Premier regional event operator Gemini Adventures produce the event. The weekend starts with the Sarlacc Attack MTB event on Saturday, a 50K loop (3,400' of elevation gain)…
Last Updated April 29, 2024 The Ice Age Trail 50 is one of the oldest continuously-running ultras in the country and is rated by Strambecco as one of the Best Trail Running Race Events in the Midwest. Experience a truly unique course as you traverse the Wisconsin landscape. The route will take you through dense…
Last Updated April 26, 2024 The Vermont Overland Trail race is not a half marathon - it is not an Ultra - it’s something completely different. Challenge yourself over 15 miles and 2,600ft across an all-surface course covering the best of the best in West Windsor, VT. The Overland TRAIL is an open run so…
The Sarlacc Attack is a top 50K mountain bike race in Colorado and part of Adventure Fest, a unique multi-sport experience in Fruita, Colorado, near Utah's border, combining MTB, Gravel (Dirty Edge Gravel), and a Trail (Fruita Trail Half Marathon) running event in a one-weekend festival celebrating backcountry racing. Premier regional event operator Gemini Adventures…
Last Updated April 29, 2024 Etape Caledonia is a popular annual cycling event in Scotland that takes place in the scenic region of Perthshire and is the UK's original closed-road sportive. Brought on by Limelight Sports Group, the event is known for its breathtaking landscapes, challenging routes, and friendly atmosphere that attracts riders from all…
The Fruita Trail Half Marathon is a part of Adventure Fest, a unique multi-sport experience in Fruita, Colorado, near Utah's border, combining MTB (Sarlacc Attack), Gravel (Dirty Edge Gravel), and a Trail running event in a one-weekend festival celebrating backcountry racing. Premier regional event operator Gemini Adventures produces the event and it's one that we…
The Dirty Edge gravel event is a part of Adventure Fest, a unique multi-sport experience in Fruita, Colorado, near Utah's border, combining MTB (Sarlacc Attack), Gravel, and a Trail running event (Fruita Half Marathon) in a one-weekend festival celebrating backcountry racing. Premier regional event operator Gemini Adventures produce the event. Dirty Edge will make you…
Last Updated April 30, 2024 Gravel Locos Hico returns this year with four-course options through the heart of Texas heartland in Hico, TX (70 miles Northwest of Waco). Routes range from 34 to 157 miles and up to 7,000 feet of elevation gain. The first course is non-timed and non-competitive, whereas the longer three options…
Last Updated April 30, 2024 Stetina's Paydirt has become a favorite gravel event among riders and was picked by Strambecco as one of the Best Gravel Cycling Race Events in the Southwest. Produced in partnership with Bike Monkey and started by former World Pro Tour rider Peter Stetina who moved on in 2019 to concentrate…
The Ride Collective gives cyclists access to a secret stash of high desert gravel via Wild Horse Gravel, a 65-mile gravel course with 5500 feet of elevation gain, and the opportunity to compete and win significant prize money. Picked as one of Strambecco's Best Gravel Cycling Events in Colorado as well as Best Gravel Grinder…
Last Updated May 1, 2024 Vacation Races - Bryce Canyon Ultras is a scenic Utah mountain course that runs around the northern half and western edge of the Paunsaugunt Plateau, offering spectacular views above and below the hoodoos. The race is run at high elevation, with most miles on this rugged course between 7,000 – 9,000…
The Cheaha Challenge Gran Fondo, now in its 30th year, takes off annually from Jacksonville, Alabama, and is one of America's top cycling events, if not Alabama’s. Picked by Strambecco as one of the Best Road Cycling Events in the Southeast, this ride is exceptional for every level of rider, and no rider ability from…
The Gralloch is a one-day "classical style" gravel cycling event that takes place annually in May in the Galloway Forrest in Dumfries and Galloway. It is the UK's first and only UCI gravel race! The event is organized by the team behind a series of successful gravel events and the Tour of Cambridgeshire, the biggest…
Last Updated April 30, 2024 Billed as the "Queen of the Classics", the Tour of the Battenkill is a legendary 75-mile mixed surface event for riders wanting a challenging, scenic, and competitive ride/race. Brought on by veteran organizers Ventures Endurance Events, and selected by Strambecco as one of the Best Road Cycling Race Events in…
Last Updated April 30, 2024 The Mohican MTB 100 is one of the best endurance mountain bike races and events in the United States and is part of the National Ultra Endurance Series (NUE). At Strambecco, we consider the Mohican MTB 100 to be one of the Best Mountain Bike Race Events in the Midwest.…
Last Updated April 2, 2024 Billed as the oldest Gran Fondos in the world, with 10,000+ riders annually, The Nove Colli Gran Fondo cycling event is a long-distance cycling race in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy. The race was first held in 1971 and was originally created to honor the legendary Italian cyclist Marco Pantani,…
The Storming of Thunder Ridge is an annual cycling event in Lynchburg in central Virginia's heartland. Hosted by the YMCA of Central Virginia, this bike event holds five distances for every level at 27, 45, 49, 75 and 100 miles, respectively, and has the beautiful backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The event is very…
XTERRA Oak Mountain is a premier event on the XTERRA Trail Run World Series calendar, Oak Mountain hosts the XTERRA Americas Trail Run Championships, welcoming a high-quality field of runners from Canada to Chile and beyond. Event & Course Info The XTERRA Americas half-marathon and full-marathon trail runs will award more than $5,200 in prize…
The inaugural Gran Fondo New York (GFNY) New York City race was held in 2011, and since then, GFNY has expanded to global series of 30+ events. GFNY bills itself as the largest global cycling marathon brand. As you might expect, this is a big event in NYC. 5,000+ riders lining up on a carless…
The Assault on Mount Mitchell is a 102.7-mile self-paced ride from downtown Spartanburg, South Carolina, along the Blue Ridge Parkway, to the summit at Mount Mitchell State Park in North Carolina—a total vertical ascent of more than 10,000 feet. The "Beast of the East," as it's known, began in 1976 and is one of the…
The Assault on Mount Marion is a sister event to the hugely popular Assault on Mount Mitchell event. It is a separate event and a shorter version of its "big sister," with 74 total miles and less vertical gain yet it is still considered one of the Best Road Cycling Events in the Southeast and North…
The Trans-Sylvania Mountain Bike Epic is one of the best mountain bike stage races in the United States and offers riders a chance to push their limits in the natural beauty of the Keystone State. Taking place over three or five days, depending on what length option you sign up for, racers are welcomed to…
The Marcialonga Gran Fondo Dolomites 2024 is a premier road cycling event held in Italy's stunning Dolomites of the Fiemme and Fassa valleys. Scheduled for May 26, 2024, this event offers two challenging routes: a medium distance of 80 km with a 2448 m elevation gain and a long distance of 135 km with a…
Sisters Stampede is a traditional event over Memorial Day weekend presented by Mudslinger Events and the second leg in the Oregon XC Series, six premier Oregon MTB events spanning April to September. The team here at Strambecco considers this event to be one of the Best Mountain Bike Events in the Northwest. The event was…
RideLondon is an annual amateur cycling event that takes place in London, United Kingdom. It offers a unique opportunity to cycle on closed roads in the heart of London, as well as experience the surrounding countryside. The event was first held in 2013, and since then, it has become one of the most popular cycling…
In the Flint Hills and Kansas Prairie, Unbound Gravel is the granddaddy of Gravel events and a true bucket list event for gravel aficionados. Formerly known as Dirty Kanza, the popularity of Unbound Gravel continues to grow from 34 participants in 2006 to well over 3,000 riders annually. The event was founded in 2006 by…
The Oregon Gran Fondo is a popular cycling event that takes place in and around Cottage Grove, Oregon, just 20 minutes south of Eugene, Oregon. The event is known for its challenging routes, beautiful scenery, and fun and festive atmosphere that attracts cyclists of all levels from across the country. Oregon Gran Fondo is an…
The Old Dominion Ultra is a 100-mile ultramarathon that takes place annually in the mountains of Virginia, USA. The event has a rich history dating back to 1979 when it was first founded by Pat and Wayne Botts and designed to allow East Coast runners to complete 100 miles on foot in 24 hours or…
The Hincapie Gran Fondo Lehigh Valley is a popular cycling event that takes place in the Lehigh Valley region of Pennsylvania. The event is produced by Hincapie Events, the namesake being former world pro tour rider George Hincapie. The event is part of the Hincapie Gran Fondo Series, a national series for premiere road and…
Worlds End Ultramarathon is a pure rugged beauty with brilliant waterfalls, breathtaking vistas, and 95% single-track that provides multiple overlooks through the Endless Mountains. It’s a smorgasbord sampling of Worlds End State Park, the Loyalsock Trail, and the surrounding forest – 64 miles of rocky, rooty trail goodness. Worlds End is a qualifier event for…
Nestled in the heart of the Bighorn Mountains, Sheridan, Wyoming, plays host to one of the most exhilarating gravel cycling events in the region – The Dead Swede. This annual gathering has gained notoriety among gravel enthusiasts for its challenging terrain, breathtaking scenery, and the unique camaraderie it fosters. For outdoor enthusiasts seeking a perfect…
Nestled in the rugged beauty of Ovando, Montana, the Dusty Bandita stands out as a premier women's gravel cycling race, drawing participants from across the country to experience the unique blend of challenging courses and breathtaking landscapes. The event has gained popularity for its thrilling competition, strong emphasis on community engagement, and the celebration of…
RASDak, or Ride Across South Dakota, is a captivating event that invites cyclists to explore the diverse landscapes of South Dakota, famously known as the "Land of Infinite Variety." From the rolling prairies in the east to the majestic Black Hills in the west, South Dakota offers cyclists an opportunity to experience its beauty and…
The 34th Annual Mohican Trail 100-50-Marathon is the 5th oldest Ultra race in North America and rated by Strambecco as one of the best trail-running events in the Midwest. The event is prestigious, starting with being the first leg in the Midwest Grand Slam of Ultrarunning. Mohican is also a qualifier event for the…
La Stelvio Santini (LSS) is an annual cycling event that takes place in the breathtakingly beautiful region of Valtellina in northern Italy. The event is a celebration of the legendary Stelvio Pass, one of the most iconic climbs in the world of cycling, and attracts thousands of riders worldwide. The route of La Stelvio Satini…
Updated April 24, 2024 Highlands Gran Fondo is a Gran Fondo National Series event, a producer of some of the best US cycling events. Just 35 Miles from New York City, this ride from Butler, New Jersey, is a great way to experience the landscape outside the New York City metro area. With remarkably quiet…
The Wilmington Whiteface MTB event is an annual mountain biking competition held in Wilmington, New York. Located in the beautiful Adirondack region, the event attracts both amateur and professional mountain bikers from across the country. The event takes place on the rugged and scenic Whiteface Mountain, a popular skiing destination during the winter months. In the…
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