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Meramec Gravel
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September 16, 2023

Meramec Gravel

Bourbon, MO, USA · Bourbon Cyclery

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12 mi26 mi54 mi110 mi

About this event

We offer a fun and challenging ride through the beautiful backroads of the Meramec River Valley, primarily in Crawford County, Missouri, where around 60% of the county's roads are still gravel. Funds go back into improving the event and into the community through donations. All riders who register early enough get a t-shirt and sponsor swag!

Routes

Fun Ride

12 mi · ↗ 600 ft · 80% gravel · $15 entry

Whatever You Want!!

This is a fun ride for people looking to get some experience on gravel and join the excitement of a mass rollout. No chip timing, do whatever you want once you leave the start line! Ride the 110, you do you!

The 25

26 mi · ↗ 1,700 ft · 80% gravel · $30 entry

The 26 mile route is a challenging, but short route for those who aren't ready to make the jump to a 50+. This route includes chip timing and awards are given to the top three overall finishers.
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The Bear

54 mi · ↗ 4,400 ft · 85% gravel · $45 entry

This route is not for the faint of heart and is an absolutely beautiful ride with multiple river crossings, including a ride across the historic Birds Nest Bridge. Over 4,000 feet of elevation with 80%+ gravel (including some sandy stuff) makes it a serious undertaking. This route is chip timed. Awards for top three finishers in each category.
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The Bear and his Balloon

110 mi · ↗ 10,000 ft · 75% gravel · $45 entry

This is the big one! The first half is the same as the 54, but with a couple of additional miles added on for good measure. Riders record anywhere from 9,000 to 11,000 feet of elevation. Multiple river crossings with rides through Crawford, Gasconade, and Franklin Counties. Riders get to enjoy the same ride across the historic Birds Nest Bridge. This route is chip timed and awards are available for the top three finishers in each category.
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Volunteer info

Email Stephen Waldron at info@bourboncyclery.com to offer volunteer assistance. We ALWAYS need more help!!

Lodging

AIRBNB
Cottage N - Bourbon
Meramec Shores - Leasburg
RiverHills Retreat - Leasburg
JJ's Vacation Rental - Steelville
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HOTELS / MOTELS               
Budget Inn Motel - Bourbon
Comfort Inn – Sullivan           
Super 8 – Sullivan               
Baymont Inn – Sullivan    
Wagon Wheel Motel – Cuba      
Days Inn & Suites – Cuba        
Super 8 by Wyndham – Cuba  
Budget Lodging Pinemark - St. Clair
Super 8 by Wyndham - St. Clair   
Economy Inn – St. James        
Greenstay Hotel – St. James            
 
CAMPING                      
Blue Springs Ranch - Bourbon     
Riverview Ranch – Bourbon        
Onondaga Campground - Leasburg
Meramec Valley RV Camp - Cuba 
Lucky Clover Resort - Steelville   
The Rafting Company - Steelville 
Garrison’s River Resort - Steelville

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Event details are provided by the organizer. Gravel Calendar LLC is not responsible for their accuracy. Please participate at your own risk.

Registration

Opens
April 5, 2023
Deadline
September 15, 2023
On-site registration
Yes

Event organizer

Bourbon Cyclery

Local Bicycle Shop and outdoor adventure store located on Historic Route 66 in Bourbon, MO

https://www.bourboncyclery.com

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