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Royal Gorge Gravel

Destination gravel event in Cañon City, Colorado. Four distances, one iconic landscape. (formally known as The Crippler)

09/17/2026

Announcement 📢

For 2027, Royal Gorge Gravel is moving back to September! Mark your calendars and save the date:

📅 September 18–19, 2027

We’re already looking forward to another incredible weekend of gravel, community, and racing in Cañon City. Bigger things are coming for 2027, and we can’t wait to share what we have in store.

Thank you to everyone who continues to show up, support this event, and make what it is.

See you in September! 🚲

08/29/2026

A huge congratulations to all the riders who managed to take a step on to the podium last weekend here in Cañon City! Royal Gorge Gravel is no walk in the park, it takes true grit and determination to claim this podium.

From the 15 to the 100, all courses are designed to challenge you. Nothing is given out here, its earned, and you all earned it.

Especially the women. The Phantom 100 women's field got caught in rain and hail in Victor. Colorado weather can turn in the blink of an eye, especially at 9,000ft. Way to tough it out ladies!

You never know what the Royal Gorge Region is going to provide for you. You must always be prepared for anything and everything.

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08/16/2026

ONE. WEEK. OUT. 🔥

Next Sunday, we’re taking over Main Street in Cañon City. The final details are coming together. Now all that’s left is to ride.

Whether you’re lining up for 15 miles or taking on the Phantom 100, we can’t wait to have you here.

7 days. Let’s go.

Still thinking about joining us? There’s still time to register.

📍 Cañon City, Colorado
📅 August 23

08/10/2026

We are only 14 short days away from lining up on Main Street in Cañon City, and we cannot wait! 🚲

It’s time to make sure your equipment is dialed and ready for race day. The training is in the bank.

Now is the time to:
🔧 Give your bike a full once-over
🛞 Check your tires and replace anything that’s getting worn
🧴 Refresh your sealant
🛑 Check your brake pads
⛓️ Inspect your chain and drivetrain
⚙️ Make sure everything is shifting smoothly
🧰 Dial in your repair kit: tubes, plugs, CO₂/pump, multitool
🥤 Make sure your bottles, hydration pack and nutrition setup are ready
👟 Ride in the shoes, kit and gear you plan to race in

Don’t wait until race week to make major changes. Get everything sorted now, put a few rides on it, and show up knowing your setup is ready to go.

14 DAYS. See you on Main Street. 🤘

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08/07/2026

🚴 Sponsor Spotlight: IRC Tire 🚴

We're excited to have IRC Tire supporting Royal Gorge Gravel!

The IRC Boken line up does not play! From the all road Boken Plus to the Double Cross, IRC has the perfect gravel tire for any situation!

Whether you're taking on the Skyline 15 or tackling the 100-mile Phantom route, tire choice can make all the difference. IRC has built a reputation for producing fast-rolling, dependable tires that deliver confidence on everything from smooth gravel to loose corners and rugged descents.
Their commitment to performance and innovation makes them a perfect fit for Royal Gorge Gravel, and we're proud to have them as part of this year's event.

Be sure to check out IRC Tire and see why so many riders trust them when the roads get rough.

Thank you, IRC Tire, for helping make Royal Gorge Gravel possible!

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08/05/2026

T-minus 18 days! 🎉

We're officially less than 3 weeks away from Royal Gorge Gravel!

This is your chance to experience one of Colorado's most iconic gravel routes, including riding across the legendary Royal Gorge Bridge. The route is only open for this event, making it a truly one-of-a-kind experience you won't get any other day of the year.

If you've been thinking about signing up, now's the time.

⏰ Registration prices increase tonight at midnight. There's no reason to pay more! Lock in the current rate and join us for an unforgettable weekend of gravel riding in Cañon City.

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08/01/2026

Happy birthday to the Centennial State! Here's to 150 years and here's to the next! 🍻

Get out and enjoy the weekend in our beautiful state! 🇺🇲

Cañon city was established 4 years before Colorado was recognized as a state. Come ride through Colorados rich history with us! 🌉

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07/31/2026

Happy Friday, everyone! 🤘

We're officially 22 days away from race day!

This is the weekend to get those big miles in before it's time to start tapering. Trust the work you've put in, enjoy the ride, and soak up every mile.

Race day is almost here, and we can't wait to welcome you to Cañon City for an incredible weekend.

See you at the start line! 🚴💨

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07/25/2026

Have you found the perfect saddle yet? Because we have.

After countless miles of testing, racing, and refining, Wove Saddles has narrowed it down to what really matters: comfort, support, and performance.

Designedin Boulder, Colorado and hand made in North American, Wove has built a reputation for creating lightweight carbon saddles that let you focus on the ride—not the discomfort. They're the kind of upgrade you don't realize you needed until you ride one.

We're proud to have Wove supporting Royal Gorge Gravel again this year, and if you haven't had the chance to throw a leg over one yet, now's the time.

Your legs will still hurt... Your lungs will still burn... But your saddle shouldn't.

Wove will be supplying one lucky winner with a MAG saddle! Do not miss your opportunity. If you don't show up, you've already lost!

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07/24/2026

The champ is back! Last year John Keller took the top step with an impressive victory. Taking an early flyer somewhere along Shelf Road set him up for a solo finish at 5:13:41, setting a course record by a massive 45 minutes! Let's see how it unfolds this year...

"I had such a great time last year at Royal Gorge Gravel and am super excited to come back on August 23rd! The course is super well designed has great aid stations along the way. The thrill of riding across the Royal Gorge bridge cannot be beat (just don’t look down through the gaps in the wood!). And after that, the climb out of Cañon City is one of the most remote and beautiful stretches of Colorado I have ridden in! Then for the rowdy folks, the descent back into town is a true test of grit, narrow rail tunnels, and some bone rattling. I’m doing the 100 miler but there are 15, 30, and 50 mile distances too. Register by 8/6 before prices go up and see you there!" -John

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Address

331 Main Street
Canon City, CO
81212

Telephone

+16197801138

Website

http://royalgorgegravel.com/

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