
From the Organizer
Welcome to The Heck of the North Gravel Cycling Classic!
Thank you for joining this special 18th year of The Heck of the North Gravel Cycling Classic. We welcome seasoned racers and first time gravel riders alike.
This year, we are starting and finishing in Two Harbor's historic downtown at Castle Danger Brewery. Our Heck tent will host the start and finish for all distances as well as our first annual Heck Fest. We are excited to present a special live performance of one of our favorite local musicians Saturday afternoon. Details to come. Bring a friend to celebrate with us.
This year's Heck courses are retooled and showcase the best sections of historic Heck routes. Come prepared for some of the most challenging and beautiful gravel courses in the country.
Please consider volunteering! We rely on our amazing corp of volunteers and offer opportunities from Friday afternoon to Saturday afternoon. Thank you!
Thank you for Riding the Good Line with us!
Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
63°
Typical Low
45°
Chance of Rain
38%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Two Harbors, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
Population
3,598
as of 2023
City Elevation
829 ft
Nearest Airport
DLH
Duluth International Airport · 28 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Heck of the North Gravel Cycling Classic, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
101
Days to train
Coming Up
Dirty Donut
428 miles away
The Wolf Bikepacking Race
35 miles away
Lyons-Heart Gravel Classic - Premier Gravel Bike Race in Mandan, North Dakota
435 miles away
Fast Fitty Gravel Road Race
454 miles away
From Endurance Grid
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.
Off-road cycling on mixed terrain — pavement, gravel, dirt. More adventure than road racing, more accessible than mountain biking.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Heck of the North Gravel Cycling Classic
Sep 26, 2026