The Dirty Mitten Gravel Bike Race
- Date
- September 19, 2026
- Distance
- 10 Mile - Open · 10 Mile - Tandem · 28 Mile - Open & more
From the Organizer
The Dirty Mitten is a great early fall race and a proud member of the Boundless RR Co. Grand Prix and a premier event for the I Love Gravel Racing Series.
The race starts and ends at the YMCA’s Camp Manitou-Lin in Middleville, MI. Situated halfway between Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo, it’s a convenient venue for just about all of West Michigan so you have no excuse not to come out!
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
73°
Typical Low
49°
Chance of Rain
36%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Hastings, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Middleville, MI
Elevation
756 ft
Nearest Airport
GRR
Gerald R. Ford International Airport · 13 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at The Dirty Mitten Gravel Bike Race, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
103
Days to train
- Race
- The Dirty Mitten Gravel Bike Race
- Date
- September 19, 2026
Coming Up
More Gravel races near Middleville, MI
Guts Gravel Glory (GGG )
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Fast Fitty Gravel Road Race
34 miles away
THE FORGE - 26.2 Mile Gravel Grinder
537 miles away
The Lone Wolf Gravel Race
251 miles away
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 Dirty Mitten Gravel Bike Race?
- The Dirty Mitten Gravel Bike Race is a gravel race held in Middleville, Michigan on September 19, 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 Dirty Mitten Gravel Bike Race?
- Saturday, September 19, 2026 in Middleville, Michigan at 1095 N Briggs Rd, Middleville, MI. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for The Dirty Mitten Gravel Bike Race?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
The Dirty Mitten Gravel Bike Race
Sep 19, 2026