TransRockies Desert Gravel is an otherworldly gravel adventure where wide-open desert, ancient landscapes, and big-bike energy come together on the Colorado–Utah borderlands. Centered in Fruita, this event is made for riders who want to test their grit, soak up sweeping views, and share the day with a community that knows how to have fun in […]
In the high desert of southeastern Oregon, the Oregon Tour de Outback delivers more than just road & gravel rides. Cyclists travel hundreds of miles to experience quiet highways, rugged gravel roads, and the rare combination of adventure and genuine small-town hospitality that defines Lake County. From the moment riders arrive, it feels […]
BorderLands Gravel is an immersive gravel cycling experience set in the rugged and remote landscapes of the Arizona-Sonora borderlands. Riders can choose from multiple course distances, making the event welcoming for both seasoned gravel racers and newer riders looking for a true adventure. What sets BorderLands Gravel apart is its blend of […]
Goblin Valley Gravel Ride invites cyclists to experience the striking desert landscapes of central Utah as part of the Goblin Valley Dirt Festival weekend. Set near Green River, this ride takes participants through a surreal terrain filled with towering hoodoos known as “goblins,” the mushroom shaped rock formations that make Goblin Valley […]
TransRockies Rough Rider brings riders together for an unforgettable gravel adventure in the high desert of Prescott, Arizona. Rooted in the area’s frontier heritage and brought to life with a modern TransRockies spirit, it’s an experience built around challenge, connection, and the thrill of exploring wild country by bike.
Expect […]
Celebrated as Arizona’s oldest and most iconic gravel grinder, the Chino Grinder has earned its reputation as the toughest gravel race in the West. This endurance cycling event highlights Arizona’s diverse beauty while traveling on sections of the longest continuously used road in the country. The remote course has multiple distances […]
The Grey Ghost Pursuit is a gravel cycling celebration set in the rugged landscapes of Rossland, British Columbia, bringing riders together for a weekend of adventure, community, and pure rideable fun. As the West Kootenays’ inaugural gravel event, it showcases some of the region’s finest forest service roads and double track, designed for […]
The Walla Walla Grit is a fast-growing gravel cycling event that showcases the natural beauty and vibrant outdoor recreation of the Walla Walla Valley. Located in the southeastern corner of Washington State, it’s known for its steep climbs on gravel roads, some of which are very chunky—more like a rock garden than a simple unpaved surface. […]
Welcome to gravel paradise. Lander—ranked among America’s best outdoor towns—is famous for climbing and mountain biking, but its world-class gravel riding is the real hidden gem. Set at the base of the Wind River Range, west of Jackson and south of the Bighorns, Lander delivers sweeping mountain views, rolling high-desert roads, and the […]
*Summit 2 Sound has been postponed to 2027*
Summit 2 Sound is a high-energy endurance bike experience that brings people together through movement, community, and purpose. Produced by Peace Peloton, the event invites cyclists to challenge themselves while directly supporting emerging businesses and entrepreneurs. It’s a shared journey […]
Join us for this 36 miler with 2,200 feet of climbing. A new ride we call McCool which starts 1 hour SE of Bend. You can register on our Meetup site at: https://www.meetup.com/bend-area-cycling-enthusiasts/events/316257793/ (this includes the start location and the route information).
Join a small, select group of adventurous riders to experience this bold 900-mile journey across Montana’s sweeping mountains and open prairie. Designed for those who crave remote terrain and big horizons, this event weaves together low traffic gravel, rugged two track, and rarely ridden stretches that feel both wild and expansive.
Riders […]
Experience the grit, community, and adventure of Gravel Worlds, one of the most iconic gravel cycling events in the country. Held on the endless rolling roads of Nebraska, Gravel Worlds welcomes everyone from first time riders to elite racers for an unforgettable endurance challenge. What makes it special isn’t just the miles- it’s the […]
Big, Big Red. What’s so special? Rivers (yes, plural) hugging fun, waterfalls, and one famous ponderosa tree. Plus it’s one of the flatter routes we do … and it’s a smidge of everything (gravel, single track and bike paths.). We are going to change up the start (so read the Meetup post) to make it a tad shorter.
Cost:
$10 for riders […]
On July 25, 2026, the inaugural Lewis & Clark Gravel Classic invites you to pedal the same wild Missouri River corridors that challenged the Corps of Discovery more than two centuries ago. Starting and finishing in the friendly riverside town of Cascade, Montana, this is more than a race — it’s a full-on celebration of Montana’s […]
Looking for a cool mountain escape this Friday? Join us for Bunchgrass. This is one of those rides that reminds you why you love gravel. You’ll roll beneath towering old-growth trees, cruise quiet forest roads, enjoy sweeping views of the Cascade peaks, ride a fun stretch of the McKenzie River Trail, and take in the stunning views of Wolf […]
With this fresh air, let’s do a local ride: Coffee Run! which is a route that spins from Tumalo Reservoir over to Sisters and back on a mixture of fast gravel, slow gravel, single track and a little bit of pavement tossed in. Go the whole distance or turnaround sooner, we are just out to have fun and enjoy the awesome views of the mountains. […]
Join us Sunday morning for an early start to beat the heat on this new route: Suttle Wizard. If you ride this area, you will appreciate just how much fun we have packed into this route. Big views of Mt Washington, a visit to the Wizard Falls Fish Hatchery, a stop at the Camp Sherman store … the Lake Creek Trail. And a start and finish at the […]
Gravel Unravel – Why-Not-Chee is an endurance gravel cycling event set deep within the lush forests of Olympic National Forest on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula. Towering evergreens, moss draped trees, and quiet gravel roads create an immersive Pacific Northwest backdrop for riders ready to test their limits and embrace the challenge. […]
Grassland Gravel Adventure is a wide open celebration of gravel riding set across the sweeping prairie of Fort Pierre National Grassland. With miles of rolling mixed grass terrain and endless horizon in every direction, this event delivers a true party on the prairie atmosphere where riders can choose their own pace and style of adventure. […]
Diamond Peak[/caption]Ready for a big day of adventure? Join us for a group ride on Cowhorn: this 38-mile lollipop loop packs in 3,700 feet of climbing, rewarding riders with spectacular views of Mt. Thielsen, Diamond Peak, Cowhorn Mountain, and Lemolo Lake.
The Route
Cowhorn We’ll average about 8 -10 mph.
The Start
DO NOT use […]
Let’s Ride: Wolf Mountain Lookout!
Big views, backroad variety, and a fire lookout you can climb
We’re heading back into the Ochocos for Wolf Mountain Lookout: a 37-mile lollipop with about 3,100 feet of climbing, plenty of ponderosa forest, streams, wildflowers, rocky bits, smoother bits, and just enough surface switching to keep […]
Bend Dirt Fest is a high-energy celebration of endurance, dirt, and community set in the adventure capital of Bend, Oregon. Hosted by Mudslinger Events and presented by Scarborough, this multisport gathering brings together mountain bikers, gravel riders, and trail runners for a day that captures the spirit of Central Oregon’s outdoor […]
Bike math will tell you this is a steep climb. (Horse Creek version:32 Miles 4,000 Feet of Gain) But also included in this NEW version of the O’Leary Landslide is teetering through two landslides. (Thanks to the Dirty Roads Crew, we won’t be crawling over trees as well!). The reward? A road closed off to everyone else except us! […]
Oregon Trail Gravel is a multi-day gravel cycling excursion scheduled for July 2026 in the scenic Cascade Mountains. Organized by Breakaway Promotions, this five-day event offers a variety of participation levels, ranging from the highly competitive Pioneer race to the more relaxed Settler and E-bike categories.
Participants enjoy a […]
If the fireworks or your Fourth of July picnic left you ready for a little peace and quiet, wind down your long weekend by joining us in Madras to ride Poke the Bear—backwards!
Along the way, you’ll visit the famous 27-foot bear statue and Hay Creek Ranch, which began as a large sheep ranch in 1873. (Stagecoach lines ran through the ranch […]
Celebrate the 4th of July with gravel, mountains, and small-town charm at the Halfway to Hell’s Canyon Gravel Festival in Halfway, Oregon. This two-day gravel celebration invites riders of all levels, along with friends and family, to experience the wide-open beauty of northeast Oregon.
Set in the heart of Pine Valley, the festival offers […]
Let’s get the party started! Before the fireworks light up the sky and the Fourth of July festivities begin, join us for a gravel adventure on one of Central Oregon’s most scenic routes.
The Saxophone route delivers everything we love about gravel riding: quiet roads, sweeping mountain views, towering ponderosa pines, and plenty of […]
In the high desert of southeastern Oregon, the Oregon Tour de Outback delivers more than just road & gravel rides. Cyclists travel hundreds of miles to experience quiet highways, rugged gravel roads, and the rare combination of adventure and genuine small-town hospitality that defines Lake County. From the moment riders arrive, it feels […]
Seven Feathers Casino Resort, nestled among tall Douglas firs and pine trees just off Interstate 5 at Exit 99 in Canyonville, Oregon (halfway between Roseburg and Grants Pass), marks the starting point of the Takelma Gravel Grinder. The 55 mile Takelma Tough Bold ride begins by guiding riders through the doors of the casino before rolling […]
Let’s hop on the Water and Lava route, only we will start from Old Mill and we will ride up to Benham Falls and back.
We start in town at the Old Mill walking bridge; if you don’t know the place, just plug in Red Robin in Old Mill Bend and look for the walking bridge next to it.
Cost:
$10 for riders or free if you have donated to […]
Come Join the Fundo! The third edition of the Barnduster Gran Fundo gravel ride, in support of Sisters Trails Alliance, will take place on Saturday June 20, 2026.
With an emphasis on fun, the Barnduster is a 45(ish) mile untimed, mostly self-supported ride, designed to bring gravel cyclists of all levels together for a day of riding and […]
Interested in purchasing Dirty Freehub apparel? Come join us for Fit Kit — you can try on the different styles and sizes. We have Jerseys, Bibs, Shorts, Hoodies, Shirts, Vests, Arm Warmers and Jackets all from Voler which is a premium provider of cycling apparel.
You can order anytime from now until June 28th in the Dirty Freehub […]
Join us for a group ride on the McKay Creek Lollipop route, one of Dirty Freehub’s Passport Routes, outside of Prineville, Oregon.
This scenic 38-mile ride takes us through the heart of the Ochoco foothills, climbing from working ranchlands into forests of towering ponderosa pines before returning along quiet gravel roads. One of the […]
Rumor has it, Sunday is going to be toasty … so we are heading over to hide in the trees. The BIG, BIG trees of the route Tombstone, which includes parts of the Santiam Wagon Trail (for you history buffs.).
The Route: Tombstone Pass which is 28 miles and 2,400 feet of climbing. (Note, check the Meetup Site for the meeting point; we are […]
Gravel Unravel – Bon Jon Pass Out is an endurance gravel cycling event set deep within the lush forests of Olympic National Forest on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula. Towering evergreens, moss draped trees, and quiet gravel roads create an immersive Pacific Northwest backdrop for riders ready to test their limits and embrace the challenge. […]