1 mountain biking event in Stillwater, Minnesota

Welcome to The Hero Gravel Classic!

Come join us for an epic day of gravel biking in the Stillwater area and rural Washington county support Pedal Power Minnesota and The Little Bellas Mountain Bike Program. That's right, we are in our 3rd year of supporting kids on bikes! As if getting kids on bikes was not enough, we are also proud to be part of the Gravel 'Sota gravel series!

Right here on the outskirts of the MSP metro we have some terrific gravel. Whether you're a seasoned rider or new to gravel biking, this event is perfect for all levels. The course features varied terrain and is relatively flat with a mixture of gravel and some pavement. Get ready to saddle up, bond with fellow riders, and experience some of our east metro gravel roads. Don't miss out on this great local opportunity to grind some gravel and support two great cycling causes - sign up now!

Our Location and Parking: We start and end at The Bavarian Hunter Gasthaus west of Manning Avenue in Stillwater. There will be plenty of free hayfield parking available on the east side of Lofton Avenue, across from the Gasthaus. Please follow the parking volunteers directions. Hungry after ride? Thirsty? How about a brat and beer on us? When you show up for registration you will receive a token for 1 free brat and beer in the Gasthaus Bier Garten. But wait, there's more….There will be live music on the stage all afternoon as well.

Courses to be published closer to event day, we will have 2 distances, a 50 and a 30 mile route. We are excited to host this event again after several years of success, register early, we are limiting participation to 250 riders. The Bavarian Hunter Gasthaus is planning on a great German after party for us. The ride event is hosted by Chilkoot Velo of Stillwater, we are an all discipline cycling club/team open to all levels. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Pedal Power Minnesota and Little Bellas Mountain Biking. Please familiarize yourself with their missions. We are firmly committed to cycling opportunities for all and getting kids on bikes.

Gravel 'Sota participants will need to have a GPS track file (Strava, Garmin, etc) to show mileage participation. Please answer the registration questions accordingly.

Tell your friends about us and come have a great time riding and afterwards. We look forward to seeing this year and thank you for your continued support.