Meet Big Sky Gravel in Red Lodge, Montana: 22, 50 & 100 mile distances coming August 25, 2024

big sky gravel red lodge montana — Big Sky Gravel, Red Lodge, Montana

Gravel cyclists and support crew will take to the Red Lodge area for 22, 50 and 100 mile races, Sunday, August 25, along the foothills of the Beartooth Mountains. Participants will begin checking in Saturday, August 24 at The Roosevelt Center, the ride start and finish. Cyclists and their families are encouraged to stay and play in Red Lodge, the Beartooth Pass and take in local amenities. Fracture will provide music before and after awards on Sunday; music and finish line festivities including kids area and vendors will be open to the public from 11-3 pm.” – Big Sky Gravel

The Red Lodge and surrounding area is known for its immense landscapes connected by gravel roads in Carbon County. The 22 mile can be ridden as a tour/e-bike category. The 50 and 100 mile is race only. The 100 mile riders will be putting in 6,500 ft of elevation gain. Races begin at 7 am, 8:30 and 9:30 am.”

Maps of the race and it’s stops can be found online at https://ridewithgps.com/events/141451-big-sky-gravel or see the map below.

All courses follow the same route with 22 and 50 cutting out portions of the 100 mile. This is a fully supported event bringing infrastructure to support the cyclists. This ride is permitted by Carbon County Commissioners, Montana Dept. of Transportation and City of Red Lodge. Sponsored by SibanyeStillwater, Headwaters Studio, Terry Bicycles, Red Lodge Café, Red Lodge Ales, Samurai Sue’s Everyday Foods, Thirsty Turtle Design, Skratch Labs, Red Lodge Tourism and Business District, Montana Tourism and The Roosevelt Center.

Montana Tour is a nonprofit dedicated to providing support and infrastructure to non-motorized travelers – tourists and locals alike. Proceeds benefit our Community Bike Center. We support these endeavors through our events, which include Big Sky Gravel and 24 Hours of Elk Basin. Montana Tour is in Red Lodge, Montana. Volunteer opportunities are also available at bigskygravel.com/volunteer.”