Did you know that May is National Bike Month? If you are an avid cyclist, you certainly will not want to miss the upcoming Badlands Gravel Battle bike race. This 120-mile race through the Maah Daah Hey Trail takes place over Memorial Day weekend. Not an expert cyclist? That's okay! The event takes place very close to The Glen at Hunter's Run apartment homes, through Theodore Roosevelt National Park, so you could always cheer on the participants from the alongside the race route!
The race begins at the Theodore Roosevelt Park's Medora entrance, approximately 90 minutes away from Watford City, with a 10-mile neutral roll-out. This race can be a challenging one, as it's an "off-road" type of race. Covering a distance of 120 miles, the race route loops through the Maah Daah Hey Trail and across the Missouri River, through North Dakota's rugged terrain.
If you decide to participate in the race, there are a couple of events to celebrate your dedication and success! Before the race, during packet pickup, there will be a social event where riders can get their bikes looked over and pick up any last minute equipment. Once you have finished the race, not only will there be refreshments to replenish you, but there will also be an awards ceremony to honor the top finishing riders.
If you want to support the cyclists without participating in the race itself, the event requires many volunteers to help with the preparation and execution of the race. All volunteers will receive an official race T-shirt as a "thank you" gift. All you'll need to bring is a positive attitude! Volunteers are needed for a variety of tasks, from cleaning the trails to riding the trails on horseback during the race to aid cyclists. To find out more information about volunteer opportunities, click here.
By participating in this race, not only will you get to enjoy North Dakota's stunning scenery, but you will get to challenge your cycling ability!
Have you ever participated in this type of off-road race? Do you plan to ride in the Badlands Gravel Battle? Share your thoughts with us on The Glen at Hunter's Run Facebook and Twitter pages! Good luck!
Sources consulted:
North Dakota Legendary
Experience Land
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