GRAVEL UNRAVEL

Gravel bike race or ride 2021

Gravel Unravel is a brand new endurance bicycle event series on the gravel road systems of the Olympic Peninsula. In addition to an epic outdoor experience in the far northwest corner, all participants receive a professional, well-organized event, a great piece of custom race swag, RFID timing, a well-marked course, on-course snacks and medical support, mechanical support, post-race food and a refreshing beverage. Food and beverage may be to-go style depending on covid safety requirements at the time of the event. Registration $60 - $80 depending on length of course; under 18, $35.

Hoh-ly Roller May 1

This course starts and ends at the world famous Hoh River. We hope you like the color green because you are going to be seeing a lot of it. Don't let the mileage fool you, word has it that the climbs on the long course are “the most challenging climbs of any event in the region—by far.” You will want to bring your family on this trip and take them to visit world famous Hoh Rainforest and the wilderness coastline of Olympic National Park.

Three distances: 26, 44, and 66 miles.

Sol Grinder June 5

This race will take you down through long cathedral-like corridors of Sitka Spruce, Douglas Fir and Cedars of Olympic National Forest and over the iconic Sol Duc River. The pinnacle of this course opens up to views into the interior of Olympic National Park and Forest. Wildflowers line the high stretches of roads. The short and long courses go through the “Keyhole”, a passageway blasted through the spine of the dividing ridge.

Three distances: 35, 55, or 77 miles.

Bon Jon June 26

Previously the Quilcene Gravel Unravel, the Bon Jon Pedal Bender is now the third race in the Olympic Peninsula Series. The village of Quilcene is perfectly placed at the base of the Olympic Mountains, and along Quilcene Bay. This town is synonymous with hospitality, and especially welcoming are the great folks at Worthington Park, where we will be based for the day.

After leaving Worthington Park, riders head for their first challenge – Bon Jon Pass. Luckily June is when the wild rhododendrons are in full bloom. Spotlighted against the deep green background of the forest, the blooms are sure to brighten up what might seem like an endless ascent. After Bon Jon Pass, enjoy the views and ridges, returning via Lords Lake Loop. Well, except the long course riders – they get to climb Bon Jon again!

A portion of event proceeds will support the Quilcene Museum, "Count Me In for Quilcene" (local scholarships), and the North Olympic Mountain Bike Team (a youth 4-H club).

Three distances: 32, 55, or 80 miles.