Bird to Bird – Gravel Bike Ride
Bird to Bird – Gravel Bike Ride is a road cycling race on July 26, 2026 in Crested Butte, CO, with an entry fee of $50.
- Date
- July 26, 2026 (4 days to go)
- Price
- $50
- Sport
- Road Cycling
From the Organizer
Start Location: 211 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte, CO
End Location: 218 N Main Street, Gunnison, CO
Join us for our second annual gravel bike ride connecting the communities of the Gunnison Valley while supporting the trail systems we all love. This scenic ride starts at our Bluebird office in the Town of Crested Butte, crosses Ohio Pass, and finishes at our Bluebird office in the City of Gunnison.
37-mile gravel route with 1,286’ of elevation gain
Rest stop with refreshments at Swampy Pass Trailhead
Show your support for local trails by becoming a member or making a donation to Gunnison Trails and/or the Crested Butte Mountain Bike Association.
Events
Weather
Race-Day Forecast
Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.
Race Day
Sunday, 7/26
High
82°
Low
47°
Conditions
Mostly sunny then showers and thunderstorms likely
Chance of Rain
58%
Wind
0 to 5 mph
Host City
About Crested Butte, CO
Population
829
as of 2023
City Elevation
9,163 ft
Nearest Airport
ASE
Aspen-Pitkin County Airport (Sardy Field) · 24 mi
Major Hub
COS
City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport · 122 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Bird to Bird – Gravel Bike Ride, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
4
Days to train
- Race
- Bird to Bird – Gravel Bike Ride
- Date
- July 26, 2026
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From Endurance Grid
About This Sport
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.
Road cycling rewards pacing judgment and consistent time on your bike more than raw power. If you already ride regularly and can comfortably ride a few miles, you have a good starting base for most beginner-friendly events.
Road Cycling
Built around sustained effort on a bike, exploring cities on the open road. Beginner distances create a great entry point into endurance sports.
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Bird to Bird – Gravel Bike Ride
Jul 26, 2026