Altitude Sets Us Apart
The Belgian Waffle Ride Festival transforms Cedar City, Utah, into a celebration of unroad culture. The weekend kicks off with Friday’s pre-race gathering—where riders, sponsors, and locals mingle over beer, banter, and pre-race nerves—and culminates in Saturday’s full-throttle race and post-ride feast of waffles and Belgian ale.
The BWR Utah stands apart from its coastal cousin in Del Mar. Where California’s course blends beachside climbs and canyon grit, Utah’s landscape trades ocean air for alpine altitude - rolling through red-rock valleys, sandy sectors, and long, punishing stretches of gravel under the open desert sky.
Race Categories & Distances
| Category | Approx. Distance | Elevation Gain | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waffle | 117 miles (188 km) | ~5,940 ft | The full experience; ~60% unroad terrain and 4 feed zones. |
| Wafer | 66.5 miles (108 km) | ~2,734 ft | A challenging mid-distance with ~68% unroad terrain. |
| Wanna | 27 miles (43.6 km) | ~913 ft | A "get your feet wet" entry-level distance with ~25% unroad terrain. |
What’s Included
- BWR Musette Swag Bag: Loaded with sponsor items and "BWR Bucks" for gear.
- Signature Fuel: Pre-race waffles and coffee, well-stocked feed zones every 20 miles, and post-race waffles and beverages.
- The Reward: A custom finisher's Trophy Beer and the coveted "unroad badge" of honor.
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