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SUMMARY:VT Monster Gravel Grinder 2026
DESCRIPTION:Based at Stratton Mountain Resort\, the VT Monster Gravel Grinder delivers three challenging courses through Vermont’s demanding terrain. The flagship 78-mile Sentinel course features 70% gravel roads with 8\,500 feet of elevation gain\, including several technical Class IV sections with wet spots and rough terrain that will test your bike handling skills. \nThe notorious Devil’s Staircase stands out as the course’s signature challenge—a steep\, quad-burning climb that comes before the final 22-mile push back to Stratton Mountain. Riders tackle everything from loose descents on Mowery Road to technical river crossings\, with the route merging onto the scenic West River Trail for extended gravel grinding. \nThe event adds a competitive edge with timed enduro-style segments: the Grizzly Grind uphill\, Crocker Cruise flat section\, and Dotta Downhill. These clearly marked segments create a “race within the race” atmosphere for those wanting to push their limits on specific course sections. \nCourse navigation requires preparation\, as route marking is minimal and cell service spotty throughout the backcountry. Loading GPS files onto your bike computer is essential. The technical terrain and remote sections demand mechanical self-sufficiency—support vehicles patrol the course for major issues\, but riders should carry tools for flats and minor repairs. \nFour strategically placed aid stations keep riders fueled on the Sentinel\, while the shorter 48-mile Nano (2\,752 feet of climbing) and the new 100-mile option provide alternatives for different ambition levels. The event runs rain or shine\, reflecting the tough Vermont mountain character that defines this grinder. \n\n\n\n[vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ryjyFDRqu68″]\n[vc_gallery images=”3720\,3721\,3722\,3723″ img_size=”large” external_img_size=”large”]
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LOCATION:Stratton Mountain Resort\, Vermont\, Stratton Mountain\, VT\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gravel Mixed Surface
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