Grinduro California

MT. Shasta, California

August 9 - 11, 2024

Grinduro California is back in 2024 and beautiful Mt. Shasta once again hosts this awesome party!

In short, Grinduro is just what the name suggests: gravel road race + mountain bike-style enduro = one long loop of pavement and dirt, where finishing times aren’t based on overall loop time, but four timed segments (each roughly five-to-ten minutes).

But Grinduro is not just a bike race. It’s a weekend long celebration of gravel cycling with as much emphasis on the fun as the ride, with excellent food, an impressive display of art, an incredible bike expo, live music, camping, and a festival atmosphere.

Registration for Grinduro California opens December 1st 2023.

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GRINDURO SPONSORS:

Schwalbe

THE PERFECT PARTY-TO-RACE RATIO

Location & Dates

Location & Dates

Mt. Shasta is a place uniquely touched by all four seasons and watched over by a legendary 14,179’ snow-capped Mountain.

The town is within Siskiyou County, and it is considered one of the last frontiers in California. Rugged and pure, Mt. Shasta is where untamed adventure runs free.

Grinduro weekend runs from noon Friday, August 9 to noon Sunday, August 11.

Course

Course

The Grinduro and Grindurito courses are going to be RAD. We’ll have course maps and GPX routes for both courses available here as we get closer to the event. The Grinduro course takes you on an unforgettable tour of Mt. Shasta’s incredible dirt roads and singletrack. You’ll experience everything from rough remote gravel roads to smooth swoopy singletrack blanketed in dreamy brown pow.
All along the way, you’ll be struck with awe thanks to massive views of Mt. Shasta and the Eddy Mountain Range. Guaranteed, there will be more grammable moments than you’ll know what to do with!

Race Categories

Race Categories

There's a race category for everyone at Grinduro!

If the full distance sounds like a little too much to chew, or you just want a taste of the Grinduro! experience, then there is always the Grindurito! A fun, non-competitive half-distance ride (not timed/scored) and the same great party finish.

For more info, visit the link below.
Race Categories: More Info!

GRINDURO REGISTRATION INCLUDES

GRINDURO REG INCLUDES

  • An unforgettable 60-ish mile ride with four 4 timed race stages
  • Optional prologue timed stage on Friday
  • Awards ceremony to top three finishers in each category
  • 2 nights of camping
  • 2 meals on Saturday (lunch and dinner!)
  • 2 drink tickets
  • Gifts from our great sponsors
  • Live music, good vibes, and more!

Grindurito Registration Includes

Grindurito Reg Includes

  • A 35-ish mile ride with three timed stages
  • Optional prologue timed stage on Friday
  • 2 nights of camping
  • 2 meals on Saturday (Lunch and Dinner!)
  • 2 drink tickets
  • Gifts from our great sponsors
  • Live music, good vibes, and more!

WHAT GRINDURO CA SUPPORTS

DOING GOOD

Grinduro isn’t just about having a good time, it’s about doing good too! Grinduro CA is hosted by the Siskiyou Outdoor Recreation Alliance (SORA), and event proceeds go directly to SORA to support their important work. SORA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit focused on promoting sustainable outdoor recreation in Siskiyou County through programs, policy, planning, and stewardship. Grinduro CA’s proceeds will support SORA’s Siskiyou Stewardship Fund, which is dedicated to improving recreation infrastructure and access as needed for the community.
VisIT SORA FOR MORE INFO!

Rules of the road

Rules of the road

We're all about having a great time, but without being a fun sponge, there's rules that every rider must respect and follow.

Follow the link below to get the full lowdown on the rules and regulations at Grinduro.
RULES OF THE ROAD

Camping

Camping

Camping is included with your entry and is located within close proximity to the main arena in the Grinduro.

You will have a choice to camp in the Party Area (close to the stage and entertainment) with electricity, the Quiet/Family Camping area with electricity or the Back to Basic Area (beautifully scenery next to a brook, without electricity but there are power stations available in the main arena).

There is also an option to upgrade to a Camper Spot (also for vans, motorhomes, caravans).

Party!

PARTY!

Life is about more than riding a bike. Grinduro Germany features a great music festival with live music and DJ's. So prepare for a good party with craft beer, marshmallows at the campfire and hearty food!

Excellent Food

Excellent Food

We believe that bike riders’ health, attitude and performance is directly related to the foods that they eat, so we have amazing food planned for the weekend.

Lunch and dinner are included for all racers on Saturday. Grinduro riders will enjoy lunch out on course, and the Grindurito lunch will be available in the venue. The chefs from our favorite restaurant in town - Pipeline Craft Taps and Kitchen - have prepared a mouth watering menu for you, with lots of great options for our vegan and gluten free friends.

RECOMMENDED GEAR

RECOMMENDED GEAR

You can ride any type of bicycle (no ebikes!), although we recommend a gravel bike or hardtail MTB. The ultimate setup is probably a gravel bike with fast-rolling 40c tubeless tires and a 1x11-speed crank set... We prefer Shimano GRX. Be prepared with at least two extra tubes, a multi-tool and mini-pump.

There will be feed zones, but smart riders will be self sufficient and bring at least two water bottles and their favourite nutritional supplies. And don’t take to the start line without a helmet on!

Volunteer

Volunteer

There will be lots of fun volunteer opportunities available, including course marshals, beer pourers, packet pickup assistance, aid station support, podium helpers, dance party starters, and much, much more. Grinduro wouldn’t happen without the help of all you amazing volunteers out there, so THANKS!

You will help us out on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

If you want help out at Grinduro Germany, please click here and register as a volunteer.

GRINDURO LOCATIONS

GRINDURO GLOBAL SPONSORS:

Schwalbe

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