Event Details
About This Event
Barrier-free gravel racing events that start and finish in Spring Valley. We’re looking forward to seeing you at the Start and Finish lines.
The Spring Valley Gravel Races are self-supported gravel road races through southeastern Minnesota’s rolling hills and challenging Bluff Country USA.
Both routes finish in Spring Valley Willow Park where you’ll find an 18-hole Frisbee golf course, a perfect setting and activity for riders to relax after the race or for supporters to wait for their riders to cross the finish line.
Additional Information
Event Details
- Time: Saturday, 8:00 AM (Mass Start)
- Location: Downtown Spring Valley, MN
- Format: Self-supported, non-marked course (GPS/Cue sheet required)
- Post-Race: Celebration in Spring Creek Park with local food and atmosphere
Course Description & Grid
The courses traverse the "driftless" area, characterized by steep, rolling terrain, limestone gravel roads, and minimal traffic.
| Feature | Wilder 100 (100 Miles) | Wilder 60 (60 Miles) |
|---|---|---|
| Start/Finish | Downtown Spring Valley | Downtown Spring Valley |
| Terrain | High-speed gravel, steep bluff climbs, scenic valleys | Rolling hills, technical gravel, similar to 100-mile route |
| Difficulty | Very High (100+ miles of endurance) | High (Challenging, but shorter) |
| Elevation | Significant cumulative gain | Moderate-Significant gain |
| Aid Stations | Two (Marked on GPS map) | One (Marked on GPS map) |
| Support | Self-supported | Self-supported |
| Scenery | Farmland, forests, and steep limestone bluffs | Farmland, forests, and steep limestone bluffs |
Key Information
- Rules: This is a self-supported race. No sag wagons or chase vehicles are allowed on the course.
- Safety: Helmets are mandatory. All Minnesota traffic laws apply to open roads.
- Navigation: Courses are not marked. Riders must use GPS devices or provided cue sheets.
- Registration: $35 fee with waiver, available on BikeReg.
Note: The event strongly encourages checking the RideWithGPS route maps in advance.
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