The Gunni Grinder
The Gunni Grinder is a gravel race on September 12, 2026 in Gunnison, CO, with entry fees from $70 to $130.
- Date
- September 12, 2026 (51 days to go)
- Location
- Jorgenson Park, Gunnison, CO
- Price
- $70–$130
- Sport
- Gravel
From the Organizer
The Gunni Grinder is 120-miles of pure Colorado gravel grit. Starting and finishing near downtown Gunnison, this course throws down some of Gunnison County’s toughest, most remote, and jaw-dropping dirt roads. Big climbs. Big miles. Big views. This is backcountry gravel at its finest.
Not ready to go full send? The Gunni 60ish and Gunni 30 still bring the heat. Challenging, scenic, and seriously fun, these routes deliver a true taste of Gunnison County gravel without the full 120-mile commitment.
Choose your distance. Embrace the grind. Ride Gunnison.
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
71°
Typical Low
35°
Chance of Rain
31%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Gunnison 3sw, 3 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Gunnison, CO
Population
6,712
as of 2023
City Elevation
7,704 ft
Nearest Airport
GUC
Gunnison Crested Butte Regional Airport · 1 mi
Major Hub
COS
City of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport · 121 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
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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 — for miles. Enjoy the outdoor adventure and welcoming community.
Coming Up
More Gravel races near Gunnison, CO
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53 miles away
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From $85 · 908 Sheridan Ave
427 miles away
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From $59 · 2 El Paso Blvd
114 miles away
Buffalo Bicycle Classic
Century · From $125 · University of Colorado Boulder
135 miles away
Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Gunnison than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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The Gunni Grinder
Sep 12, 2026