Mad Gravel Race – Elbert County, CO

Elbert County is where you want to be to celebrate Labor Day weekend this year!

Located just south of Kiowa, Colorado, the Mad Gravel Race is a series of events that are held over the Labor Day weekend each year.  ARESDEC is proud to provide communications support and weather monitoring for Elbert County OEM and the event sponsor.  There are three races of different distances, described below which participants can join:

• • Hemi Hustle: 30 miles
    • At 30 miles, the Hemi Hustle is the best route for those that want a great sampling of the region while still enjoying the unique roads and views of Elbert County. On 100% gravel roads, this amazing course delivers the Hemi experience in a condensed form. While you get a custom number plate, it is not a competitive event. This is the shortest route, but know you still will conquer a very challenging course.
  • Hemi Five-O: 50 miles
    • At a hefty 50 miles, Hemi Five-O is slightly less sadistic than its parent. Plenty of mileage while still enjoying an epic tour of the eastern plains. Prepare yourself for some awe-inspiring moments while you take in a great panorama of Colorado’s high peaks. Pikes Peak alone is stunning in late spring with its snow-capped summit. Fully supported with an aid station in the middle so you can pack light.
  • Hemi: 100 miles
    • 100 miles of pure bliss. The Hemi will cover over 6400 feet of climbing while topping out at 7300 ft. This course is a perfect blend of all the killer gravel roads in Elbert County. While you’ll get wide open power sections, expect some climbing that will test the legs over this distance. Wind in May east of the Colorado front range? Yeah it’s likely. 3 aid stations to serve your hydration and nutritional needs.

Mad Gravel celebrates another great year! Located south of Kiowa, Colorado, come enjoy the amazing views and high peaks of the Colorado front range. Bring the family, camp, and join us for some amazing racing, live music, daily award ceremonies, cycling tours and kids events. For you Front Rangers of Colorado, driving east is a lot easier on your sanity than heading to the mountains. Why go west!

Take advantage of great camping options Friday, Saturday and Sunday night at the McNeil Ranch at Peaceful Valley. If you haven’t been to this part of Colorado, you’re in for a pleasant surprise.   See our website for more information.

ARESDEC is proud to provide communications support for this event each year!