Check out the 2023 Crooked Gravel bike racer photos.
Tackle the rugged beauty of Colorado’s high mountain gravel roads with just over 2,000 feet of elevation gain. This epic course offers a scenic tour of Winter Park’s rolling forest service roads, winding through evergreen-covered mountains and delivering a moderate yet rewarding climb on the backside of Winter Park Resort. You’ll navigate short, steep ups and downs that eventually level out, leading you smoothly onto a bike path and back into town. With five fully stocked aid stations spaced about four miles apart, you’ll have plenty of support to fuel the journey. Perfect for seasoned road runners and adventurous trail running newcomers alike, the Crooked Gravel Marathon is an unforgettable run through breathtaking landscapes!
PLEASE NOTE: COURSE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE PENDING PERMITS.
Check the schedule for all of the details for the weekend events!
New this year! We will be giving men's and women's age group awards in the following categories for both the 67 mile and 25 mile races.
- Under 20
- 20-29
- 30-39
- 40-49
- 50-59
- 60+
Rendezvous Event Center @ Hideaway Park includes a skate park, restroom facilities, shade structures, picnic pavilion, and the Rendezvous Event Center. Located just across from the Visitor’s Center in downtown, Hideaway Park is the perfect place to enjoy a day of family fun.
Friday:
5:00 pm-8:00 pm – Packet Pick-Up / Event Registration @ Beavers Sports Shop
Saturday:
5:30 am-7:30 am – Packet Pick-Up / Event Day Registration @ Rendezvous Event Center - Google Maps
7:45 am - Race Briefing - Start Line
8:00 am - Mass Start – both courses (25-mile & 67-mile)
8:30 am - Strider Race
10:00 am - 4:00 pm – Expo
11:00 am - 1:00 pm - Live music by Selasee and the Fafa Family
11:00 am - 4:00 pm - Post-Race Meal by McDevitt Taco Supply (included with registration)
11:00 am - 4:00 pm – Beer Garden
12:00 pm – Check Presentation & Awards Ceremony for Long Course
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm - Raffle Prizes on the Hour
4:00 pm – Course Closes
Sunday:
7:00 am-8:15 am – Packet Pick-Up / Event Day Registration @ Rendezvous Event Center - Google Maps
8:30 am - Marathon Start
12:30 pm - Marathon Awards
3:00 pm - Course Closes
Are Dogs Allowed?
We love dogs! Well-behaved dogs on leashes are welcome at the Start/Finish and aid stations. Unfortunately, we cannot allow dogs on course with any racers.
What Supplies Are Offered at the Aid Stations?
At the aid stations, racers will receive sports Gels, LMNT electrolyte drink, water, skittles, PB&J rolls and potato chips. Aspirin, ibuprofen, and other NSAIDS will NOT be provided. And to reduce waste, cups will not be provided at the aid stations.
Radio contact will be available at all aid stations and each one will have the necessary medical materials to nurse any bumps, cuts, bruises, and/or blisters.
One aid station will be provided for the Crooked Gravel 25 Mile.
Can I Go Off Course at any Point?
Racers must stay on the designated course at all times. Shortcutting will result in disqualification. If you go off course, you must return to the same point you exited in order to continue.
Do Racers Need to have a race number?
Racers must display their race plates at all times.
What Weather Should I Expect?
Weather in Colorado is extremely unpredictable. Average temperatures in Winter Park are 71 F for a high and 38 F for lows.
What About Unforeseeable Circumstances?
In the case of unforeseeable circumstances due to weather or other extenuating circumstances that prevents the safe continuation of the race, race officials may end the race at any given time without a refund of unused portions. This rule will be implemented in the most extreme cases for the safety of the racers or officials.
I Lost Something at the Event! Is There a Lost & Found?
Items left at aid stations and lost & found items will be available at the awards ceremony immediately following the race.
Can I Transfer or Cancel My Registration?
There will be no entry transfers. If you regrettably need to cancel your registration, please use BikeReg. Cancellations will result in a credit that can be applied as the initial registration payment toward any Gemini Adventures event within one year’s time, minus a 15% fee.
What’s our Refund Policy?
- 30 days or more prior to the event: 85% credit of registration fee (excluding BikeReg fees).
- Less than 30 days prior to the event: No refunds or credit given.
Credits may be applied to any future Gemini Adventures race and will be valid for 12 months.
Registered racers may also switch between distances. No refunds or credit will be given for dropping down in distance. If you want to step up your distance, the added current pricing of the longer distance will be charged (excluding BikeReg fees).