Champagne gravel, whiskey chasers, and epic Colorado backcountry.

The Salida 76 Gravel is a community-focused gravel cycling event taking place on September 13, 2025, in Salida, Colorado. Riders can choose between a challenging 76-mile or 76-kilometer route winding through remote backcountry roads, offering stunning views and rugged terrain. Not only is this event a test of endurance, but it also highlights Salida’s vibrant cycling community, with proceeds benefiting local nonprofits, trail building projects, and youth cycling initiatives. Participants can enjoy a full weekend of riding with the Banana Belt MTB race scheduled for Sunday.

Both the 76-mile and 76km routes traverse rugged, scenic gravel roads—much of it on private land—with big climbs, steep descents, and stunning remote vistas. The course includes significant vertical challenge and finishes with an untimed 13-mile descent.

• Untimed 13-mile final descent for maximum Colorado scenic enjoyment
• Full biking weekend: add Sunday’s Banana Belt MTB Race
• Proceeds benefit local nonprofits including Salida Mountain Trails and youth MTB programs
• Community-oriented atmosphere and post-race celebrations