High Plains Grinder

Race & Ride Colorado Dirt! September 2019

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September 21, 2019

Ride the High Plains
Gravel Grinder

For all cyclists – both fast and slow – who enjoy unpaved challenges and having good times.

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Note:  We will have early signup discounts for 2018 participants. There will be no sign-ups on the day of event!

For All Cycling Aficionados & Pedaling Newbies Alike

Enjoy the challenging roads of Elbert County featuring a variety of great terrain. Pedal along stretches of the panoramic views of Pikes Peak, alongside beautiful local ranches and ponderosa pine next to rock outcrops. On the northeast side of the Palmer Divide the elevation is right around 7000′ where you can test your bike skills over Colorado cobbles, race up and down long rollers, and maybe redline your engine cranking up a few short steep climbs.

LAY YOUR TRACKS DOWN ON SOME GREAT

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About the Routes

 

Inaugural Event to Raise Funds for Elbert Parks & Recreation Youth Sports!

 

A 70 Mile Route

Hammer It Or Just Have Fun

We encourage folks to ride their own pace and have a great time. But since there’s not a lot of vertical and some super fast stretches we expect the seasoned gravel riders from around the state will finish fast! Under 3.5 hours is very possible, and if enough strong riders hang together we might see a bunch finish in the end? Or it might be a solo break-away? However you ride, we expect it’ll be a fun day for everyone.

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A 30+ Mile Route

The perfect short loop

This option is for folks who might not have the time or the fitness for a 70 mile route but still want to ride. You can ride hard and fast or at a conversation pace with your friends. There are some short climbs but nothing too challenging as long as you pace yourself. Be sure to cheer on the folks on the 70 miler on the same roads going the other direction while you ride to the finish line. It’s all about having a good time.

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