SBT GRVL® presented by Wahoo, the premier gravel cycling event, announced that 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.
For more information on registration and event details, visit www.sbtgrvl.com
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