Rockfish River Rumble
This is the inaugural Rockfish River Rumble, a new gravel race in Albemarle and Nelson counties south of Charlottesville, VA, and is organized by the Charlottesville Racing Club to fundraise for the club’s youth mountain bike team in collaboration with the host; Wood Ridge Farm Brewery.
The event consists of two routes through rarely ridden gravel and paved roads, including access to private roads by special permission of property owners. There will be a long course (about 65-70 miles) and a short course (about 30-40 miles) in our inaugural event. The exact course design is still being developed, but will be finalized by the summer. The routes route features more than 50% gravel and gravel bikes are recommended, and tires with a minimum 36mm width. There will be one aid station on the short course and two or three on the long course, positioned roughly 15-20 miles apart.
This is a challenging, yet beautiful course, with a cash purse for the men’s, women’s, and nonbinary open categories in the long and short race.
Lost River Classic
The Lost River Classic presented by the Lost River Trails Coalition is a gravel race to support the development of multi-use and mountain biking trails in Lost River State Park, Hardy County, West Virginia. Proceeds from the event are split between LRTC’s general funds for trail maintenance/small projects and the Cryptids, Hardy County’s NICA youth mountain bike team. This event is inspired by Jay Moglia, the founder of Raw Talent Ranch and the first President of the Lost River Trails Coalition. Jay once ran a road race in Mathias by the same name, and we thought it was a fitting tribute to recast his race as a collection of some of the most challenging and beautiful roads we can string together in Hardy County.
Dirty Kitten Gravel
The Dirty Kitten Gravel Race is an adventure gravel race on private farm roads in Rapidan, VA.
Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Locust Hill Farm & Preserve encompasses over 5,000 continuous acres of privately-owned land with approximately 20 miles of scenic farm roads. The course explores this historic farm on gravel & dirt roads that run along the Robinson River, pass serene creeks and ponds, weave through open fields, and cross wooded forest trails. This area is a gravel & adventure cycling enthusiast’s dream as well as a beautiful wildlife haven.
The DIRTY KITTEN is co-hosted by Dirty Kitten Productions and local equestrian group, Bull Run Hunt. It serves as a partial fundraiser for our women's "off-road" cycling team (Dirty Kitten Racing) and helps to raise money for local non-profit organizations in the surrounding area.
Loudoun 1725 Gravel Grinder
The Loudoun 1725 Gravel Grinder, a scenic bike ride along historic gravel roads in Northern Virginia, returns on June 14, 2026! Located east of the Blue Ridge, in lush Loudoun Valley, these crushed rock roadways meander through awe inspiring beauty, past stone walls, grand estates, horse farms, wineries, bubbling creeks, tiny hamlets, and significant historical sites. Riding these roads is a sublime experience - like stepping back in time and cycling through history.
Gritventure
Element Adventures is proud to present Gritventure!, an adventure ride based out of our Element Adventures West Camp in Augusta, WV. Featuring gravel roads, stiff climbs, and backcountry riding, this ride will bring out the little kid in you! With three route options to choose from, you'll find the perfect challenge. The 74 mile route will test your mettle, and the 56 mile route will still provide plenty of suffering with your joy. The Short 27 mile ride will still give you lots of smiles!
This will be a true gravel adventure: no route markings and limited SAG. Download the GPX files so you can navigate the route (Cue sheets will also be provided). There will be no aid stations set up, though there will be bars and gels available at the ride start to throw in your jersey pockets to take with you. You'll need to carry enough water with you to last the ride or refill at stores or spigots found along the way. (There is a store along the long and medium routes). Be prepared with flat changing tools and spare tubes, as gravel can be rough on tires. Take a cell phone, but be aware that service can be spotty. This ride will go rain or shine, so if the forecast is cold and wet, be sure to dress appropriately!
Rollin' Coal
Rollin' Coal is a mixed-surface cycling race which pays tribute to the hard-working, adventurous coal miners, who since the 1800s, have travelled the very roads you will race. You'll need to bring your sense of backroad adventure, a coal-miner's work ethic, and strong will to survive a day toiling in the gravel roads of West Virginia Coal Country.
Wintergreen Ascent
The James Beazell Wintergreen Ascent returns on Saturday, May 16, 2026! This iconic climb is a pro tour caliber climb that has been featured in numerous editions of the 1990s UCI race, Tour Dupont. It is the most challenging hill climb time trial of the Mid-Atlantic. This event is a collaboration between Charlottesville Racing Club and Blue Ridge Cyclery in partnership with our sponsors Wintergreen Resort and Blue Toad Hard Cider. It is also the Virginia State Championship Hill Climb and part of this year's Mid-Atlantic Time Trial Series.
Blue Ridge Extreme Gravel
The Blue Ridge Extreme Gravel (BREG) ride is a very unique event which will test the strength and skill limits of most gravel riders and also push the limitations of their bikes. This ride starts and finishes at the Blue Ridge School in beautiful St. George VA about 30 minutes northwest of Charlottesville. The most unique component of BREG is the ride begins and finishes with a mile of smooth “gravel bike friendly” single track. Sandwiched in between this fun single track riding experience will be some intense and technical gravel riding in the Blue Ridge Mountains. There will be long climbs on unpaved roads with VERY steep grades and a few unpaved descents that will definitely challenge the skills of even the most seasoned gravel bike riders. However, there will also be sections of gravel on gently rolling terrain in the beautiful foothills of the mountains. In short the BREG will offer everything from one extreme to the other! The gravel routes will have rest stops with food, drink and mechanical support at miles 22 and 39 and a post ride meal will be provided.
Jefferson Cup Road Race - VCA BAR
The Mid-Atlantic’s most iconic USA Cycling road race—Jefferson Cup has been a proving ground for the nation’s top cyclists and a launching point for rising stars since 1991. This year will feature a weekend of action-packed racing with the addition of the Cavalier Criterium. Jeff Cup and the Cavalier Criterium are scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, April 25-26, 2026.
Appalachian Journey
The Idea: The idea for The Journey comes from a fundamental wish to share our favorite riding experiences with our friends and with the world. Floyd County has tremendous dirt, primitive, and gravel road resources to allow riders to challenge themselves as much as they like. Floyd County; known as the "Center of the Universe," has a special vibe which we know will foster a unique cycling experience for all of us the weekend of The Journey.
Hairy Roubaix
Join Cardinal Bicycle and Bedford County Parks and Rec for a day of great riding to support a great cause--the Friends of Bedford County Animal Shelter! This is not a race—just a fun supported ride. We have options for all riders—from beginners who want to try gravel, to advanced riders looking for a challenge. E-Bikes welcomed!
https://www.bikereg.com/the-hairy-roubaix
Blue Wheel Gravel Finale
Departing from Love Ridge Mountain Lodging, Sherando, VA. Visit the Blue Wheel website more info and routes (or see below!)
Pantani XX
Pantani is no longer on one specific day, but rather a choose your own adventure event over the course two weeks from February 7th - 22nd. Park at the farm located at 5420 Markwood Rd. The gates will be open and available for parking for anyone wishing to ride one of the Pantani routes