The Gorge Gravel Grinder is where it all started.
Located in The Dalles, Oregon this eastern Oregon location is the best location in the Northwest for Spring riding.
Ride 1 in the Oregon Gravel Grinder Series
With moderate marine air flowing off the coast coupled with being located in the rain shadow of the Cascade Mountain Range it is your best bet for sun and warm temps in the spring. Surrounding The Dalles are hundreds of miles of paved and gravel farm roads with little to no motor traffic on them. The course offers great views of the Gorge and surrounding Cascade Mountain peaks. Rolling wheat fields dominate the landscape in all directions blanketing hills in sea of green.
Gravel sections are well packed, smooth and fast. Spring rains provide good moisture keeping the dust down. No portion of the courses exceeds double digits for climbing or descending. Just a lot of fast rolling hills.
Well stocked aid stations will be located every 20 miles along the course. In addition to food we will also have extra tubes tire pumps and tires. Mt. View Cycles and Clement Tires will both be at the start as well as out on course for anyone who has need for bike repair. We will have porta potties located at Aid Stations # 1,2, and 4.
Post Ride Refuel
The after party will be located at Clocktower Ales in downtown The Dalles. A huge selection of craft beers will be on tap as well as an assortment of menu options for your post event lunch. Music and prize drawing will keep the party hopping.
- 08 Apr 2018 9:00am
- Tickets On Sale
- Gorge Gravel GrinderGorge Gravel GrinderThe Dalles, Oregon, USA
- Up to 107 miles (172 km)
- From 55.00 USD
Extra Information
Registration:
Before March 15 - Super $75, Big $65 and Medium $55. Then add $10.
$5 Day-Of late registration fee on Sunday