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Big Sugar Gravel
The gravel season's closer, on the loose, sharp limestone roads of the Ozarks north of Bentonville. The 100-mile route carries about 6,200 feet of climbing and often decides the Life Time Grand Prix standings.
Gravelista
A UCI Gravel World Series round, now based at Seymour Racecourse, with UCI age-group racing and recreational categories on the same courses. The top quarter of each UCI age category qualifies for the 2027 world championships, and e-bikes are allowed only in the recreational rides.
Iceman Cometh Challenge
Point-to-point 30-mile mountain bike race from Kalkaska to Timber Ridge Resort in Traverse City, held in early November when snow or cold is common. Amateurs start in waves in the morning, with the pro race later in the day; a shorter Slush Cup is also offered.