The Grind, A Gravel Circuit Race
- Date
- September 26, 2026
- Distance
- Grande 66 miles · Medio 44 miles · Piccolo 22 miles
From the Organizer
A spectator-friendly gravel Circuit Race in Riverside State Park at the Seven Mile Airstrip on September 26, 2026. This is an 11-mile loop with 3 distances to choose from: Grande (66 miles/6 laps), Medio (44 miles/4 laps), and Piccolo (22 miles/2 laps). This course features 577 feet of elevation per lap, wide-open trails and very little single track; perfect for gravel bikes, mountain bikes, cyclocross bikes, and hybrids. Road bikes are not recommended.
Start time: Grande 8:30am, Medio 9:30am, Piccolo 10:30am.
No categories for fitness or skill, just choose the distance that best supports your riding ability and fitness level. You'll automatically be placed in these age groups:
Juniors (10-13 and 14-17 years), Men and Women (18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, and 60+). Age groups may be added if registration warrants. Non-binary (one age group).
Check-in and late registration will be from 7:30am - 10:30am on Saturday, September 26th, 2026.
Entry Fees: Grande $75.00, Medio $55.00, and Piccolo $35.00.
Late fees: $15.00 Late fees will apply on September 1st. Sign up early!
This is a FREE Discover Pass Day! Camping is available during the registration process and optional T Shirts will be available during the registration process as well.
Entries include a custom pint glass, mechanical bike support near start area, chip timing and lightening fast results, age group "Winner" ball caps and podium recognition for top three in each age group, finish line chili and snacks, and more fun than a barrel of monkeys.
Proceeds go to the nonprofit 501(C)(3), Riverside State Park Foundation. We support Riverside State Park with equipment, park enhancements and educational events.
Location, Riverside State Park Drive - Seven Mile Airstrip with entrance at the Seven Mile Trailhead: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Seven+Mile+Trailhead/@47.7371028,-117.5250636,15z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x549e1b736bb94d27:0xedc9b3afca633e66!8m2!3d47.7371022!4d-117.5191489!16s%2Fg%2F11txpgmvfg?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDIxNy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D
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About This Sport
From Endurance Grid's Founder
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
Gravel riding takes you off the pavement and onto mixed terrain — dirt roads, packed gravel, and everything in between — for a cycling experience that's more adventure than race.
The community is famously welcoming, the scenery is usually worth it, and finishing feels like you actually went somewhere.
Gravel Racing
Off-road cycling on mixed terrain — pavement, gravel, dirt. More adventure than road racing, more accessible than mountain biking.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is The Grind, A Gravel Circuit Race?
- The Grind, A Gravel Circuit Race is a gravel event held in Nine Mile Falls, WA. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is The Grind, A Gravel Circuit Race?
- Saturday, September 26, 2026 in Nine Mile Falls, WA at 8303 Riverside State Park Drive - Seven Mile Airstrip, Nine Mile Falls, WA. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Grind, A Gravel Circuit Race?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
The Grind, A Gravel Circuit Race
Sep 26, 2026