Gravel Miami

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REGISTRATION INFORMATION
$59 (25 miles)
$69 (55 miles)
$89 (110 miles - 2 loops)
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Fees increase on January 14, 2023 by $10. Event day please add $10.
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DIRECTIONS TO THE BREWERY– Google Map Directions
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GOODIES - All riders will receive a ticket for a free IPA/Beer of choice at the Miami Brewing Company, branded Gravel Miami Next Level shirt, on-course neutral support, free parking, coffee & light breakfast items and post event fuel/water. The Top 3 in each category will also received custom Gravel Miami awards. The Miami Brewing Company will have food trucks available for post event food. Tear off your drink ticket and head into the Miami Brewing Company to eat, drink and party with your friends. 

100 MILE FINISHER MEDALS – After your cross the line, head to the orange event trailer and tell them you event number to validate that you finished to receive your Gravel Miami finisher medal. 100 Mile participants will receive a custom finisher medal. 

REGISTER : CLICK HERE
COURSE FILES (New files will be updated in Nov 2022)
Please download the appropriate course to your computer. While the course is marked with environmentally friendly paint, it could wash away in the rain. There are a few areas where free-standing A-frames will help with your navigation, but you need to do your homework. 
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BIKE WASH & BIKE VALET
After you complete your grueling gravel grinder ride we will take care of your bike at the secure Bike Wash and Bike Valet. Relax and enjoy your time inside of the Brewery with your cycling family and friends while we clean and polish your bike,. The bike valet and bike wash is $10. If you are feeling generous feel free to tip our team.............
WAVE START TIMES & CHIP TIMING
WAVE START TIMES - Please arrive at least 10 minutes before your start time. The first wave will leave at 7:30am and we will send off all groups by categories so you know who you are competing against. Your start time is listed HERE
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EVENT NUMBER/CHIP POSITION – Warning - There is a timing chip on the back of your event number - Please do not tie wrap the number to your seat post or any other tube. You must place it on the front of your bike (yes, we know it causes wind drag) so we can see your number and more importantly the chip reads correctly. And remember, if you wrap it, and it does not get a chip read, it’s your fault and you may not get a result.
NEUTRAL SUPPORT & BOTTLE DROPS (locations to be updated in Dec 2022)
NEUTRAL SUPPORT TENTS - There are 3 neutral support tents for the event. These tents will have water containers to fill your bottles, Gatorade scoop to mix with water, pickles, salty snacks and more.
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Tent 1: Located a mile XX for the 50/100 mile groups and mile xx for the 25 mile group.
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Tent 2: Located at mile XX for the 50/100 mile groups and mile xx for the 25 mile group.
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Tent 3: Located a mile xx for the 100 mile group
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BOTTLE SWAP TABLE – 50 & 100 MILE GROUPS – You can leave a personal bottle as you approach Neutral Support Tent #2 located a Mile XX. 
IMPORTANT COURSE INFORMATION
SMILE - VeloPista Photo will be out on course taking your pics. These photos are normally available the next day the link provided.   

START/FINISH - This event will start and end at the Miami Brewing Company. Their will be an escort to the gravel roads. Once the group enters the road, the event will officially begin.

LITTERING – Please do not litter our precious Everglades. What you carry in with you, you should also carry out

GATES, GATES, GATES - The good news is that the Florida State land manager has allowed the event to open select gates which are manned by police.  The bad news is that there are several gates afterwards that you will have to wiggle your way through or carry your bike over.

GATE / ROAD CROSSING  - Caution Road Crossing. There will be a large A-frame and gate that warns you of this road crossing (136th Ave). While this road is normally not heavily traveled on a Saturday morning, you must proceed with caution. This is located at Mile XX 

POLICE DETAIL ROAD CROSSING- The locations in the link are road crossings where we have Florida City Police to get you across safely. Say hello as you make your way across the road.   

COURSE MARKINGS - The route will be marked with yellow/white paint on the gravel roads ONLY at turns. You should also look for yellow signs when there are turns.

 
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
ALCOHOL ON THE PREMISES – Each registered participant has a beer ticket attached to there event number and can be used after the completion of the event. Insurance and State regulations requires that consumption of alcohol is only permitted by alcoholic beverages sold by the Brewery. Personal consumption is not permitted in any parking areas or on premises.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC COURSE - Please remember that the course is open to the public and that there will be other recreational riders on the gravel roads. Beware that many animals live in the preserve (horses, alligators, deer, bears, snakes, etc.). It is your responsibility to ride safely. Please stay to the right side of the gravel road (just like driving).
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PLEASE DON’T OVER INFLATE YOUR TIRES  - The #1 reason riders do not complete gravel events are due to flat tires. We want you to have a great gravel experience, which is why we list this as the #1 thing to focus on. Please take a look at the provided tire pressure chart to assist you in the event. TIRE PRESSURE CHART
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IMPORTANT THINGS TO REMEMBER 

• CALL 911 in case of an emergency​
• Road ID
• Phone
• Health Insurance Card, ID, Credit Card, Cash and Phone on a waterproof protected case.
• Helmet
• Gloves
• Eyewear
• Extra Tubes and air.
• Basic tools
• Gels, bar, snack
• Hydration (at least one 22oz bottle per hour) or (hydration backpack). NOTE: Any small backpack can help you carry extra hydration and basic tools/safety items.
• Small/Basic First-Aid Pack

PLAY IT SAFE

• Always wear a helmet and please no aero-bars.
• Check weather forecast. (Events usually post cancellations due to bad weather one hour before event starts).
• Have your bicycle inspected for your own safety and the safety of others riding with you.
• Say "NO to Flats" by checking the condition "wear & tear" of your tires and making sure they are properly inflated. No joke, don't be that guy, HA!
• Sunblock and Bug repellent
• Look ahead for slippery or loose surface and potential hazards.
• Pick your distance based on your ability.
• Safety first, you should not ride alone!
• ALWAYS USE COMMON SENSE.
• Must be self-sufficient.
• Have a plan and let others know where you are headed and approximate time.
• Please Don't wear earbuds, this is good group ride etiquette and a courtesy for your safety and the safety of others.

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