Lyons-Heart Gravel Classic - Premier Gravel Bike Race in Mandan, North Dakota
- Date
- July 11, 2026
- Location
- 511 West Main St, Mandan, ND
- Distance
- 35-Mile Ride · 35-Mile Ride E-bike Category · 65-Mile Race & more
From the Organizer
Lyons-Heart Gravel Classic — July 11, 2026 • Mandan, North Dakota
A premier gravel event carved along the Heart River: choose the 35-mile non-competitive ride, 65-mile race, or 100-mile test of endurance. Celebrate at the downtown Mandan finish line with live music, vendors, and community festivities.
We took a favorite local gravel route shaped by the Heart River and expanded it to give cyclists a fresh opportunity to explore North Dakota’s rolling landscape. Expect winding descents through the Lyon’s Den, punchy climbs that prove North Dakota isn’t flat, and long stretches of scenic gravel that reward pacing and line choice. The course was designed for fast riding, spectator opportunities, and an unforgettable finish in downtown Mandan — Where the West Begins.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
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
82°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
30%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Mandan Exp Stn, 1 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Mandan, ND
Population
24,293
as of 2023
Elevation
1,773 ft
Nearest Airport
BIS
Bismarck Municipal Airport · 9 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.
Race Location
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What Are You
Waiting For?
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- Race
- Lyons-Heart Gravel Classic - Premier Gravel Bike Race in Mandan, North Dakota
- Date
- July 11, 2026
- Location
- 511 West Main St, Mandan, ND
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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.
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 Lyons-Heart Gravel Classic - Premier Gravel Bike Race in Mandan, North Dakota?
- Lyons-Heart Gravel Classic - Premier Gravel Bike Race in Mandan, North Dakota is a gravel race held in Mandan, North Dakota on July 11, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more gravel races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Lyons-Heart Gravel Classic - Premier Gravel Bike Race in Mandan, North Dakota?
- Saturday, July 11, 2026 in Mandan, North Dakota at 511 West Main St, Mandan, ND. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Lyons-Heart Gravel Classic - Premier Gravel Bike Race in Mandan, North Dakota?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Lyons-Heart Gravel Classic - Premier Gravel Bike Race in Mandan, North Dakota
Jul 11, 2026