Registration Opens October 14–31 for Steamboat Springs’ Premier Gravel Event, June 26–28, 2026
Steamboat Springs, Colo., (September 25, 2025) – SBT GRVL® presented by Wahoo, the premier gravel cycling event, announced today that registration for the 2026 event will be open October 14–31, 2025. The 2026 edition will feature four new courses showcasing the region’s iconic “champagne gravel” roads.The event will also return to its signature one-day ride and race format in downtown Steamboat Springs, with a community Expo on Yampa Street Friday, June 26, and Saturday, June 27, followed by the ride and race on Sunday, June 28. The expanded field will accommodate 2,750 participants, including 2,000 riders and 750 racers.
“We’ve taken the best elements of past years and infused them into what we believe will be the best edition of SBT GRVL® yet,” said Amy Charity, founding partner and CEO of SBT GRVL®. “We are thrilled to unveil new routes while returning to the single-day format in downtown Steamboat Springs that has become a hallmark of SBT GRVL®.”
New 2026 Courses:
Black Course Race: A new 108-mile single-lap elite and amateur race with a rolling enclosure and safety bubble, starting and finishing on Yampa Street.
Green Course Ride: 25 miles of approachable, scenic gravel for riders seeking a shorter challenge.
Red Course Ride: 53 miles of varied terrain, blending accessibility with adventure.
Blue Course Ride: 73 miles of challenging rural roads, showcasing some of Routt County’s most celebrated gravel.
See the new routes here.
GRVL® Femmes
GRVL® Femmes returns in 2026 with a refreshed format and the same mission: to foster a welcoming, empowering environment for amateur female cyclists. By promoting community support, GRVL® Femmes continues to set a new standard for innovation and inspiration in women’s cycling in the spirit of Zwift Watch the Femmes.
GRVL® Femmes teams are comprised of 3 or more women who can compete in the Team Race Category on the 108 Mile Black Course where the 3 fastest teams earn a cash prize and a champagne podium celebration, or the non-competitive Team Unity Category on the Green, Red, or Blue Courses for a chance to win an overall team prize.
GRVL® Femmes participants also receive early access to registration on October 1st. To learn more on GRVL Femmes visit here and sign up for early registration visit here.
2026 RegistrationRegistration will be open October 14–31, 2025. All entrants must register during this period and will then be randomly selected for entry into SBT GRVL® 2026. Registrants will be notified of their selection status on Wednesday, November 5, 2025.
For more information on registration and event details, visit www.sbtgrvl.com
About SBT GRVL®
Presented By WahooCo-founded in 2019 by former professional cyclist Amy Charity, SBT GRVL® p/b Wahoo has quickly become one of the largest and most sought after gravel races in the United States. With a commitment to elevating the sport and creating a community-driven experience, SBT GRVL® continues to push boundaries in cycling. In recent years, GRVL® Events has expanded globally, with FNLD TRVL in Finland and RADL GRVL in Australia, further strengthening the movement towards greater participation and equity in gravel cycling. For more information visit www.sbtgrvl.com
