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REGISTRATION INFORMATION

$59 (30 miles)

$69 (56 miles)

$89 (107 miles - 2 loops)

  • Fees increase on January 14, 2023 by $10. 

  • Online Registration is open until Saturday, February 4, 2023 at 5:59am. 

  • In-person registration (day of event) starts at 6:00am (please add $10)

PACKET PICK-UP

Trek Bicycle Miami - 12537 South Dixie Highway, Pinecrest, Florida, 33156

GOOGLE MAP DIRECTIONS TO TREK BICYCLE MIAMI

Friday, February 3, 2023 - 1pm to 5pm

Miami Brewing Company: Saturday, February 4, 2023 beginning at 6:00am 

 

Contact Email:  Info@GravelMiami.com

AREA HOTELS:   Town Place Suites Miami, Kendall West is offering rooms for $209 per night for Gravel Miami participants.  Only 50 rooms are blocked and the room block ends January 20, 2023   See link: GRAVEL MIAMI ROOM RATES.  Other area hotels : (SEARCH AREA HOTELS ON GOOGLE MAPS)

 

 

DIRECTIONS TO THE BREWERYGoogle Map Directions

GOODIES -  All riders will receive a ticket for a free IPA/Beer of choice at the Miami Brewing Company, branded Gravel Miami Next Level shirt, on-course neutral support, free parking, coffee & light breakfast items and post event fuel/water.  The Top 3 in each category will also received custom Gravel Miami awards.  The Miami Brewing Company will have food trucks available for post event food.  Tear off your drink ticket and head into the Miami Brewing Company to eat, drink and party with your friends. 

 

107 MILE FINISHER MEDALS – After your cross the line, head to the orange event trailer and tell them you event number to validate that you finished to receive your Gravel Miami finisher medal. 100 Mile participants will receive a custom finisher medal. 

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COURSE FILES 

All riders are required to down load the Strava file to their phone / bike computer.  This area of the Florida Everglades has phone reception for most of the course.  You are also encouraged to view the Relive Video (55/1110 mile and most of the 25 mile) and click on the Interactive Course Map after the video ends. RELIVE VIDEO

Strava 107 Mile Route (2 laps)

Strava 56 Mile Route

Strava 30 Mile Course
 

BIKE WASH  & BIKE VALET

After you complete your grueling gravel grinder ride we will take care of your bike at the secure Bike Wash and Bike Valet. Relax and enjoy your time inside of  the Brewery with your cycling family and friends while we clean and polish your bike,.  The bike valet and bike wash is $10.  If you are feeling generous feel free to tip our team.............

WAVE START TIMES, CUT OFF TIME & TIMING CHIP POSITIONING

WAVE START TIMES AND CUT OFF TIME - Please arrive at least 10 minutes before your start time.  The first wave will leave at 7:30am and we will send off all groups by categories so you know who you are competing against.  The cut off time (before the finish line is removed) is 4:30pm.  Your start time is listed HERE.

EVENT NUMBER/CHIP POSITION – Warning - .For 2023 we have new tiny numbers.  Placing the number anywhere other than the front of your bike will equal disqualification from the event.  There is a timing chip on the back of your event number - Please do not tie wrap the number to your seat post or any other tube.  We must be able to see your number during the event.   DO NOT BEND THE NUMBER IN AN MANNER. 

NEUTRAL SUPPORT & BOTTLE DROP TENTS 

FULLY SUPPORTED NEUTRAL  - There is 1 full supported neutral support tent for the event.  This tent will be staffed to help fill your water bottles (we do not provide water bottles,  Gatorade scoop to mix with water,  pickles, salty snacks, Coca-Cola and more.  There is also first aide at this tent and a Florida City Police Detail.   The tent is located at Mile 21 for all groups, and Mile 46 for the 56mi/107mi groups. 

 

UNSUPPORTED  BOTTLE DROP TABLE – This table is for riders who are doing the 107 mile event who want to leave a personal bottle.  This tent is 1.5 miles from the Brewery.  This tent will not be staffed. -   Direction via gravel bike - Google Maps Directions

IMPORTANT COURSE INFORMATION

SMILE - VeloPista Photo will be out on course taking your pics.  These photos are normally available the next day the link provided.     

 

START/FINISH - This event will start and end at the Miami Brewing Company.  There will be an  escort to the gravel roads. Once the group enters the road, the event will officially begin.

 

LITTERING – Please do not litter our precious Everglades.  What you carry in with you, you should also carry out

 

GATES, GATES, GATES - The good news is that the Florida State land manager has allowed the event to open select gates which are manned by police.   The bad news is that there are several gates afterwards that you will have to wiggle your way through or carry your bike over.

 

GATE / ROAD CROSSING  - Caution Road Crossing.  There will be a large A-frame and gate that warns you of this road crossing (Ingram Highway).  While this road is normally not heavily traveled on a Saturday morning, you must proceed with caution.  This is located at Mile 21.   There is a Florida City police officer at the crossing.  

 

POLICE DETAIL ROAD CROSSING- The locations in the link are road crossings where we have Florida City Police to get you across safely.  Say hello as you make your way across the road.   

 

COURSE MARKINGS - The route will be marked with yellow/white paint on the gravel roads ONLY at turns. You should also look for yellow signs when there are turns.

 

 

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

ALCOHOL ON THE PREMISES – Each registered participant has a beer ticket attached to there event number and can be used after the completion of the event.  Insurance and State regulations requires that consumption of alcohol is only permitted by alcoholic beverages sold by the Brewery. Personal consumption is not permitted in any parking areas or on premises.

 

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC COURSE  - Please remember that the course is open to the public and that there will be other recreational riders on the gravel roads.  Beware that many animals live in the preserve (horses, alligators, deer, bears, snakes, etc.).  It is your responsibility to ride safely.  Please stay to the right side of the gravel road (just like driving).

PLEASE DON’T OVER INFLATE YOUR TIRES  - The #1 reason riders do not complete gravel events are due to flat tires (mainly pinch flats).  We want you to have a great gravel experience, which is why we list this as the #1 thing to focus on.  Please take a look at the provided tire pressure chart to assist you in the event. TIRE PRESSURE CHART

IMPORTANT THINGS TO REMEMBER 

  • CALL 911 in case of an emergency​

  • Road ID

  • Phone

  • Health Insurance Card, ID, Credit Card, Cash and Phone on a waterproof protected case.

  • Helmet

  • Gloves

  • Eyewear

  • Extra Tubes and air.

  • Basic tools

  • Gels, bar, snack

  • Hydration (at least one 22oz bottle per hour) or (hydration backpack). NOTE: Any small backpack can help you carry extra hydration and basic tools/safety items.

  • Small/Basic First-Aid Pack


PLAY IT SAFE

  • Always wear a helmet and please no aero-bars.

  • Check weather forecast. (Events usually post cancellations due to bad weather one hour before event starts).

  • Have your bicycle inspected for your own safety and the safety of others riding with you.

  • Say "NO to Flats" by checking the condition "wear & tear" of your tires and making sure they are properly inflated. No joke, don't be that guy, HA!

  • Sunblock and Bug repellent

  • Look ahead for slippery or loose surface and potential hazards.

  • Pick your distance based on your ability.

  • Safety first, you should not ride alone!

  • ALWAYS USE COMMON SENSE.

  • Must be self-sufficient.

  • Have a plan and let others know where you are headed and approximate time.

  • Please Don't wear earbuds, this is good group ride etiquette and a courtesy for your safety and the safety of others.

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