Please join us in welcoming Skipstone as the new title sponsor of Levi's GranFondo. With Skipstone’s support, we are reshaping the state of continental racing in North America. Today, the future of the Growler becomes more certain.
With this partnership we now become the “richest” single-day professional road race in the world. Top men and women finishers will chase a record $156,000 purse, and we will now offer a separate race for junior men and women.
Today, the Amgen Tour of California, USA Pro Cycling Challenge, and Tour of Utah are long gone, and many other notable domestic races have fallen like dominos. This has eliminated opportunities for aspiring cyclists in North America to compete at the highest level. The chances of being discovered by the eyes of USA Cycling and international teams are few and far between.
Having come from the cauldron of American professional road racing, we’re inspired not to sit and watch our sport slip away. High profile pro racing is at our core, is a part of our foundation, and must be strengthened. With the invention of The Growler we have created a true road race, and a test for the worlds best athletes in a setting that brings more than just elite racers together for one day. Levi’s GranFondo is truly now something for everyone.
With expanded coverage of the racing component of Levi’s GranFondo, we will reach more people, inspire talent, and expand the reach for our charitable efforts for King Ridge Foundation.
The past 16 years have been storied, to say the least–for us, for cycling, and for the world. I hope that you will join us this year, and partake or witness this groundbreaking shift for Levi’s GranFondo as we vie to become one of the most important events not just for novice and amateur participants, but for aspiring and seasoned WorldTour professionals.
We look forward to welcoming you to Levi’s GranFondo on April 19th.
What's included
The goodest day on two wheels...
Why Join Levi’s GranFondo?
Sonoma County is home to nearly 1,400 miles of rural roads that wind through 1,700 square miles of stunning landscapes. These roads stretch to remote ridgelines, offering unmatched views and tranquility. They’ve shaped world-class cyclists like Levi Leipheimer, Peter Stetina, Tyler Williams, Luke Lamperti, and siblings Vida and Ian Lopez de San Ramon—many of whom first discovered their potential right here.
But riding these roads in such a fashion as to punish yourself into becoming the next world champion isn’t the right flavor for everyone. The hills, terrain, and logistics of riding such distances, and so remotely can be daunting. That’s where Levi’s GranFondo comes in.
What Makes Levi’s GranFondo Different? When you join us, you’re not just riding—you’re part of an extraordinary experience designed to make every mile unforgettable. Seven carefully curated routes—totaling nearly 500 miles—offer something for every rider, whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro.
With your registration, you get:
Traffic-controlled roads supported by local police, fire departments, and highway patrol.
On-course support, including fully stocked aid stations, bike marshals, stationary mechanics, moto support, medical technicians, and amateur radio operators.
Pro-level details, like professional photography and meticulously marked routes.
A commemorative experience, featuring custom swag, a water bottle, a post-ride meal and beverage, and a lively festival on the Windsor Town Green.
Beyond the ride itself, Levi’s GranFondo makes a difference. Ten cents for every mile you ride goes directly to at-risk youth through the King Ridge Foundation. Thanks to the support of participants like you, we’ve raised millions of dollars to inspire and empower the next generation of humans, cyclists, and community leaders.
For riders under 24, this experience can be free—thanks to the generosity of those who pay to join. Your registration helps subsidize their participation, opening doors for young riders who might otherwise never have this chance.
Why Join Us? You can ride these roads on your own, and you should when you can. But joining Levi’s GranFondo gives you something unique: the camaraderie of fellow riders from around the globe, the thrill of owning the roads for a day, and the satisfaction of knowing your ride has a meaningful impact.
What you get when you join Levi’s GranFondo is the goodest day on two wheels.
COMPLIANCE
CREDO
Levi's GranFondo
Since day one, Levi’s GranFondo has provided a universally celebrated cycling experience for people from around the world—whether they seek community, leisure, health, fitness, mental wellbeing, personal challenge, or elite competition. This event brings all of these elements together, creating a harmonious yet complex orchestration of riders moving through a network of beautifully intertwined roads.
This journey requires a shared awareness of the spirit of the ride—a collective experience we embark on together. Your movement has a ripple effect, shaping the day for everyone who partakes. We invite you to tread lightly and navigate Sonoma County’s bucolic landscape with grace and respect, ensuring that every participant can enjoy and celebrate this extraordinary event.
ESSENTIAL RULES AND CLARIFICATIONS
RULES FOR EVERYONE
The following statements apply to everyone whether you've signed up for the short family route, the elite Growler competition or any option in between. Disregarding essential rules or failing to honor their intent may result in disqualification or, more importantly, risk harm to yourself or others. Together, let’s create a day that is safe, inspiring, and unforgettable.
ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST CHECK IN, AND SIGN A WAIVER
Before participating in Levi's GranFondo, all registered participants must go through a check-in procedure where they must sign a waiver acknowledging the risks associated with participating in the event. Furthermore, minors under the age of 18 must have a parent or legal guardian present to co-sign the waiver. You are not allowed to participate in Levi's GranFondo until you have completed the check-in procedure. Check-in time and location details are provided below in the Schedule of Events.
SPORTSMANSHIP
General misconduct will not be tolerated at Levi's GranFondo. Deliberately interfering with the progress of other athletes, or creating an unsafe environment will result in disqualification and possibly ejection from the event whether you are racing or not.
NO LITTERING
This should be obvious, but littering is not allowed. Aid stations placed on-course will have waste management. You will be able to discard trash at these locations only.
NO TIME TRIAL BARS
Time trial bars are not allowed. Use of them poses a danger to yourself and others in our large, and dynamic pack environment.
NO BAG DROP
We do not provide "bag drop" support on-course. In other words, we cannot manage the placement of any items for you on-course.
PERSONAL SUPPORT IS ALLOWED AT LAKE SONOMA
New this year, we are allowing personal support at mile 83, along Skaggs Springs Road at the Warm Springs Recreation area parking lot of Lake Sonoma. There is a parking lot adjacent to the road with a wide shoulder where competitors can slow to receive support. Additionally, we will provide a Growler bottle feed at this site for those who do not have personal support.
This is the only location where personal support is allowed. Providing personal support anywhere else on-course is prohibited.
DISCARDED ITEMS
If you leave any personal items, packs, clothing, etc. at any of our aid stations, they are unlikely to be retrievable until days after the event if at all, and will likely end up in our lost-and-found. Shipping charges will apply if you are unable to retrieve items in person at Bike Monkey HQ in Santa Rosa.
Growler and Junior Competitions
RULES FOR RACING
KASHAIA BAND OF POMO INDIANS
Our route passes through a crucial landholding that links our return route from King Ridge. It is along Tin Barn road just before reaching the formidable Skaggs Springs Road. Stewarts Point Rancheria belongs to the community of the Kashia Band of Pomo Indians. It is with their permission that we pass through their land, and we are grateful for the opportunity to do so. As this hamlet drapes across both sides of Tin Barn Road, there are often children playing nearby who may wander into or across the road. We ask that when reaching this area of the ride after passing King Ridge aid station you slow your speed.
200 ride field limit
RACE-STAGING MUST BE APPROVED!
Anyone participating in Levi's GranFondo is permitted to select from any of our seven route options, including the Growler. However, only those who are vetted and approved to compete as an elite racer may start with the front groups. This year, for the first time ever we will start Growler and Junior racers* in separate waves to improve the safety and fairness of competition.
*When registering, participants who select the Growler route will be asked whether they desire to race the growler, or simply ride it. If you did not receive an invitation to race the growler, you must provide a resume or a narrative of your racing experience when you register.
NEW: SEPARATE STARTS
Participants competing in the Growler will now start separately, and ahead of the main group. Men, Women, and Juniors will each receive separate start times ahead of the mass start for those not competing to race. Specific start times will be established, and announced at a future date, and this section will be updated.
U18 JUNIORS RACE DIFFERENT ROUTES!
The Male and Junior female racers will not race the Growler. Instead, U18 competitors will compete on the Geysers and Medio courses.
NEW: PERSONAL SUPPORT IS ALLOWED AT LAKE SONOMA
New this year, we are allowing personal support at mile 83, along Skaggs Springs Road at the Warm Springs Recreation area parking lot of Lake Sonoma. There is a parking lot adjacent the road with a wide shoulder where competitors can slow to receive support. Additionally, we will provide a neutral bottle feed at this site for those who do not have personal support. This is the only location in the race where personal support is allowed. Providing personal support anywhere else on-course is prohibited, and will lead to disqualification.
NO OUTSIDE ASSISTANCE
Outside assistance is defined as receiving help from anyone not participating in the same route and gender category as your own. Outside assistance is not permitted, and if witnessed will serve as grounds for the offending participants being disqualified from the Growler competition.
Assistance refers to anything that helps a competitor gain or maintain an advantage in the race including but not limited to:
Drafting with someone outside your category
Giving/receiving mechanical support to/from someone outside your category
Sharing or carrying supplies with/for someone outside your category
Sharing information about the state of other competitors not in your category
Receiving assistance from an on-bike marshal, moto, or sag vehicle
Assisting or receiving assistance from an athlete in another category in any other way
Disqualified means that the offending participants will be marked ineligible from competition, and removed from podium contention.
Should an infraction be deemed egregious or dangerous, the offending participant(s) may be banned from future participation in the event.
MECHANICAL SUPPORT
There is no "roving" mechanical support. Make sure to bring your basics: tube, pump, multi-tool, etc. If you need assistance from a mechanic, you must get it at one of our full-service aid stations or from the personal support zone at Lake Sonoma.
NO STAGED EQUIPMENT OTHER THAN WHAT YOU CAN CARRY
No equipment other than what you can carry yourself is allowed to be placed or staged on-course. For instance, you are not allowed to stash gear, clothing, or equipment on-course in any way to be collected or swapped out during your race. The exception is the personal support zone at Lake Sonoma.
GROWLER BOTTLE FEED
We will provide a neutral bottle feed at four locations specifically for Growler competitors. There will be bottles with plain water, and bottles with an electrolyte hydration mix. In order to ensure that both men and women receive this support we are providing color-coded bottles. Men's bottles are blue. Women's bottles are yellow.
Men will be allowed to grab and discard up to two bottles from the men's blue bottle cache.
Women will be allowed to grab and discard up to two bottles from the women's yellow bottle cache.
The bottle feed will be identified with signage ahead of time, and at specific tables for the men and women adjacent the road so you can easily stop and grab what you need.
RIDER SAFETY MEETING (MANDATORY FOR GROWLER PARTICIPANTS!)
At 4:00 PM on Friday before the event we will host a mandatory rider safety meeting open to all participants. This meeting will be in-person at the Windsor Town Green, and is mandatory for all racing Growler competitors. If you cannot attend the meeting in-person join it virtually on Instagram. At this meeting you will be permitted to ask questions after we give our presentation.
THE FINAL 10K
Additionally, in the last 10KM of the race, you will begin seeing course signs that indicate the distance to the finish. There are two critical roundabouts where you could accidentally veer off course if you are not paying attention. The first roundabout comes at 600 meters to the finish, and you must continue straight through it. The second roundabout is just 100 meters from the finish and is obviously a crucial turn to make. These signs, and support personnel will work together to guide you into the 100 meter long finish straight.
You will see the final course signs in the following order unless you are riding the shortest Family Fondo course.
DANGERS
Please Be Safe!
Riding and racing road bikes is inherently dangerous. Here are some of the main things you need to be aware of in order to participate safely.
THE ROADS ARE OPEN TO VEHICLE TRAFFIC
Traffic over the first several miles of Levi's GranFondo is controlled to the best of our abilities with the support of California Highway Patrol, and Windsor Police. However the event takes place on an open road, meaning that at any time you can and will encounter vehicle traffic that is not associated with our event. For this reason, you must adhere to a strict center-line rule at all times as you may encounter vehicles trying to pass you or oncoming traffic. The majority of the course takes place in remote areas where traffic is sparse, but not absent.
RIDER SAFETY MEETING (MANDATORY FOR GROWLER PARTICIPANTS!)
At 4:00 PM on Friday before the event we will host a mandatory rider safety meeting open to all participants. This meeting will be in-person at the Windsor Town Green, and is mandatory for all racing Growler competitors. If you cannot attend the meeting in-person join it virtually on Instagram. At this meeting you will be permitted to ask questions after we give our presentation.
FINISH TECHNICALITIES AND SLOWER RIDERS
The finish of the Growler is considerably technical, as you will be catching slower participants who rode shorter routes and will be finishing ahead of you at the same time. For this reason you must exercise extreme caution in the last 10KM of the race as you overtake much slower riders.
Our fleet of moto marshals will do their best to alert slower riders of your approach so that they may move to the right edge of the road, allowing you to safely pass them. But please consider that these slower riders may not have the technical riding abilities that you do as an elite cyclist.
GIVE THEM SPACE AND PASS THEM WITH CAUTION AND AWARENESS.
NEW: TEMPORARY ALTERNATE FINISH LINE
New this year, we're implementing a temporary secondary finish line that will be in effect for approximately two hours while the top Growler men and women approach Windsor. The objective of this temporary diversion is to create a clear finish lane for the top male and female Growler competitors to safely race, unimpeded through the last 3.5 miles. Anyone not completing the Growler* will be diverted to this alternate finish line between approximately 1:00pm and 2:30pm. This time is approximate, and will be dictated by the pace of the elite field.
*If you were registered for the Growler, but did not ride the entirety of the Growler route, you will be required to divert.
THE GROWLER
LEVI'S GRANFONDO WAS BORN FROM RACING
THE BIGGEST PRO ROAD RACE PURSE IN THE WORLD
Our Roots
Levi's GranFondo is, and always has been, much more than a one-day sport. It is part of an inspired culture that dates through more than 100 years of cycling in Sonoma County. Competition on the bicycle established itself here before the 1900s, and it has since prevailed, and flourished in every way.
In the mid 1980s, the televised Coors Classic road race was top of mind, and featured some of the world's most well-known professional athletes of the time: Dale Stetina (yeah, Peter Stetina's dad!), Greg LeMond, Bernard Hinault. In 1988, the race incorporated King Ridge and Coleman Valley roads--the same roads introduced to the masses with our first edition of Levi's GranFondo.
The Amgen Tour of California
In 2006, AEG created the Amgen Tour of California which significantly boosted the trajectory of racing in the United States, producing a clap of thunder for cycling in California. Levi Leipheimer quickly took center stage, embarking on a 3-year overall winning streak.
In 2016, after working closely with race organizers, AEG agreed to select our original Gran route as the 7th stage of that year's tour. It was dubbed The King Stage, recognizing the caliber of roads in Sonoma County, and pronouncing that Levi's GranFondo delivered good on its promise of offering a challenge worthy of a world tour road race.
This Missing Ingredient
One thing has been missing from our formula for too long now. As we see a shift in the attention of cyclists throughout the United States, and the reality that producing large-scale bike races is tough business, we've resolved to do our part and leverage what we already have, and know to pay it back to the sport that inspired it all.
For these reasons, and so many more, Levi's GranFondo now leads the charge to host a pure road race as an integral component to the goodest day on two wheels.
The Richest Road Race.
$156,000 To be split equitably between the top men and women.
Levi's GranFondo is now the richest one-day professional road race in the world.
In 2024 we integrated a professional race into Levi’s GranFondo called The Growler. This year, thanks to the support of our new presenting partner, Skipstone, we're doubling down. Come witness, or partake in history being made.
The Windsor Town Green, nestled smack dab in the middle of the quaint town of Windsor, California, is the perfect setting for the start and finish of Levi's GranFondo. It affords many improvements over previous editions of our ride, and lies between dozens of restaurants and small businesses that are a treat to visit.
Packet Pickup, Friday Expo, Ride Start & Finish and Post-Ride Festival all take place right here at the Windsor Town Green.
There are no showers at the start/finish or anywhere near the Town Green.
There will be a potable water access (if you forgot to fill up your bottles) on Market Street near the FINISH LINE (see map below).
Our friends at Volo Coffee will be offering complimentary hot coffee Saturday morning.
There will be portable toilets on-site
PARKING
PARKING INFO
The one first logistical maneuver you must make is in knowing where to park on Friday and Saturday morning. For more detailed parking info, please visit our parking info page.
DO NOT PARK AT OLIVER'S MARKET!
Event parking is prohibited at the nearby Oliver's Market lot. Please do not take parking space from the businesses that need them for daily shoppers. You will be towed!
Park at the following locations, and then ride your bike to the Town Green:
Parking at the Windsor Middle School Supports their School Booster Club.
1.4 Miles to the Town Green
Rider Check-In
RIDER CHECK-IN
Rider check-in is the moment you make first contact with us. All riders must check in prior to the start of Levi's GranFondo. Please bring proof of identification. You must do this in person. No one else can do it for you. No exceptions! Minors will need a signature from a legal guardian.
If you did not already register for the ride, you will be able to register on-site, but it will be online, so bring your phone with you.
If you register after 12:00 pm noon on Wednesday before the ride, your packet will be in the "Same Day" line.
Location: inside theHuerta Gymnasium (just yards north of the Town Green)
FRIDAY CHECK-IN
Hours: noon - 8:00 pm
During check-in, you will sign our liability waiver, pick up your ride packet with your bike and body plates, and have your questions answered. If you're over 21, don't forget to grab your Barrel Brothers LGF custom beer can too!
Your swag bag (with more swag in it!) will be in the Merchandise Tent, on the Town Green lawn, along with your t-shirt (if you ordered one) and/or your pre-ordered kit, if it was not shipped to you.
SATURDAY MORNING CHECK-IN
Hours: 6:15 am - 7:45 am
Arriving last-minute? No problem. We offer Saturday morning Packet Pickup between the hours of 6:15 am - 7:45 am. Remember where you can and cannot park!
You will not be able to pick up your packet after the ride starts at 8:00 am.
Transfers
Online registration transfers are $25 and will close on Wednesday at 10:00 pm the week of the ride. You will need to pick up your packet at "Same Day Registration" if you use your transfer code to register after Wednesday at 12:00 pm.
See our transfer page to learn more about the transfer process.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
EVENT Schedule
Levi's GranFondo is a multi-day experience in Sonoma County
Come and immerse yourself in the spectacle of Sonoma County, help us do good by raising funds for King Ridge Foundation, and have the experience of a lifetime. It all starts Thursday.
THURSDAY - King RIdge Foundation's annual Festa del Fondo auction dinner
Pas Normal Studios shakeout ride. Swing by the Pas Normal vendor booth to join!
12:00 PM
Vendor Expo opens to the public | Rider check-in opens
7:00 PM
Vendor Expo closes
8:00 PM
Rider check-in closes
SATURDAY
6:15 AM
Rider check-in opens
7:00 AM
Rider staging opens on McLelland Drive. Please make your way to the correct staging area, designated by colored flags that match the color of the route you are scheduled to ride.
7:15 AM
Rider Call-Ups
7:30 AM
National Anthem
LEVI'S GRANFONDO BEGINS!
7:30 AM
The Growler Race Men's Start
7:40 AM
The Growler Race Women's Start
7:45 AM
The Geysers Junior Men's Start
7:47 AM
The Medio Junior Women's Start
8:00 AM
GRANFONDO START: Growler (non-racers) | Gran | Geysers | Medio | Piccolo | Piccolino | Family
10:00 AM
GranFondo Festival Begins. Open to the public.
3:30 PM
Awards ceremony
6:00 PM
Festival closes
SUNDAY
TBA
Levi's GranFondo "parade lap" coffee and scones | High fives | Reflections | Thank you's
The Courses
7 UNIQUE routes
Each route is marked in a different color.
Following the route you've signed up for is straightforward. Each route is marked in different colored arrows. You will see these at all critical turns. Where all routes move or turn together, you will see a generic arrow labeled "ALL ROUTES".
These colors also correspond to banners that will be placed along the start line, indicating where you should line up.
Large banners will be hung along McLelland Drive where the ride starts. These banners indicate where you should start to line up based on the route you're signed up for. They will match the color of the route you are supposed to ride.
AID STATIONS
AID STATIONS
5 of our 7 routes feature aid stations. The only ones that do not are the Family Fondo route, and the Piccolino.
You can see where our aid stations are by scrubbing through each of the routes in the course details section below.
GROWLER AID STATION DETAILS:
Along the Growler course we provide 2 self-serve water stations, 1 personal support zone (new), and 4 full-service aid stations. Self-serve water stations consist of water containers that you must stop at and use to fill your own bottle(s). They are intended for athletes well behind the leaders, and therefore we do not advise a top contender to stop here unless absolutely necessary. Our 4 full service aid stations on the other hand feature a range of support from food, hydration mix, mechanics, and the Growler Bottle Feed Zones. Aid stations are located as follows:
- 29mi: Cazadero (self-serve water) - 45mi: King Ridge (FULL SUPPORT + BOTTLE FEED) - 67mi: Skaggs (self-serve water) - 83mi: Lake Sonoma (personal support + BOTTLE FEED) - 89mi: Cloverdale (FULL SUPPORT) - 109mi: Geysers (FULL SUPPORT + BOTTLE FEED) - 123mi: Alexander Valley (FULL SUPPORT + BOTTLE FEED)
Scoring
RFID RIDER SCORING
In order to record your finish time, and to help you stay on course, we must identify each participant. To do this, we will provide you with two items to wear on yourself and your bike during the event.
BODY PLATE / "BIB" You will receive a "bib" number plate which is a flexible material with perforated edges that includes a post-ride meal ticket*. Attach this to the back of your shirt or jersey with the provided safety pins so it can be read from behind. It's easiest to do this before you put your jersey on, but another person can easily help you attach it while you're wearing your jersey too.
*Redeem your meal ticket after the ride at one of our food vendors at the festival. If you registered as a free U24 rider, or the Family route then your bib will not have a meal ticket attached to it, but you may still purchase a meal from any one of our vendors at the festival.
Preferred placement! Beneath seat, vertical on seatpost.
SEAT POST TAG We provide a seat-post tag that must be attached to your bike's seat post in the manner that is indicated below. This rigid plastic card includes a sensitive RFID tag that is used to capture your finish time with roadside equipment. You must attach these items as we have described below. If you need assistance, of course our staff can ensure that your numbers are properly attached.
Your rider packet will include a seat post tag that includes a sensitive electronic sticker, better known as an RFID tag. It broadcasts a minuscule radio signal whenever it comes near our scoring equipment. But that signal can be blocked if the RFID tag is bent, folded, placed in your pocket, or otherwise applied in a manner other than directed here. Please take a good look at the following images which illustrate the proper way of attaching your seat post tag to your bike:
TIME CUTS
Finishing & Time Cuts
Regardless of which route you participate in, you will receive a finish time. However unless you race the Growler, there are no awards or placings for finishing.
Time Cuts:
There are two time cuts...
The first time cut is for everyone. Regardless of which route you are riding, if you have not completed the course within 10 hours (6:00 pm), you will no longer receive on-course neutral support from rest stops or SAG drivers, and will be on your own.
The second time cut is for anyone attempting The Geysers or the Growler routes, and it takes place at 3:00 pm at the rest stop in Cloverdale. If you have not reached this rest stop within 7 hours from the start of the ride, you will be turned around to follow signage back to Windsor, having to skip climbing Geysers Road.
COURSE DETAILS
Family Fondo
FREE to join! The Family Fondo is FREE! Kids, parents and loved ones can join Levi's GranFondo at no additional expense, and enjoy a protected ride through beautiful rolling roads in Sonoma County's wine region.
There are no aid stations on the Family Fondo route, but it's short, and you'll be back at the festival within an hour and a half or less.
Piccolino
The Piccolino route is a petite, introductory 22-mile ride through picturesque wine country. It's a great match for beginner road cyclists. It does not feature a formal aid station, however, you may stop at Veteran's Memorial Beach in Healdsburg to top off water and take a break.
There are no aid stations on the Piccolino route.
Piccolo
The Piccolo route is a relatively easy 40-mile jaunt through picturesque wine country next to vineyards and gently rolling hills. It splits the difference between a beginner ride and the Medio. It's easy, but it's 40 miles of easy.
1 AID STATION - 29mi: Rued Winery
Medio
The Medio route is the quintessential Sonoma County weekend ride. It features two aid stations evenly spaced for you to top off, amazing, fast-rolling tarmac with a mix of vineyards and two notable climbs.
2 AID STATIONS - 31mi: Cloverdale - 47mi: Alexander Valley
Geysers
The Geysers route is a completely new flavor of Sonoma County and brings you up some serious climbs to accumulate over 6,000' of elevation in 81 miles. You will ride through a region that is home to North America's largest producer of clean, reliable renewable geothermal power, and experience sweeping views of Sonoma County's wine region.
3 AID STATIONS - 31mi: Cloverdale - 52mi: Geysers - 66mi: Alexander Valley
GRAN
Our Gran route continues to include road the event was named for: King Ridge. Participants make their way through Cazadero before traveling along one of California's most celebrated roads in cycling. This is a very difficult route, and while it's not quite the epic that the Growler is, you'll be challenged by two very substantial climbs.
3 AID STATIONS + 2 WATER STOPS - 29mi: Cazadero (water) - 45mi: King Ridge - 67mi: Skaggs (water) - 89mi: Cloverdale - 1mi: Alexander Valley
The Growler
The Growler is a behemoth with a signature level of difficulty that rivals some of the most difficult professional road race courses in the world. After tackling King Ridge, you then take on a completely new set of roads that travel like the spine of a dragon's backbone high above the surrounding hills of Sonoma County. Your return to the gently rolling valley floor comes at the price of taking on two more long, steep climbs along Stewarts Point Road. It's not nearly over. The Geysers, and another 3,000' of difficult climbing awaits long after you've already amassed nearly ten thousand feet of elevation over the course of the previous 90 miles.
4 AID STATIONS + 2 WATER STOPS - 29mi: Cazadero (water) - 45mi: King Ridge - 67mi: Skaggs (water) - 89mi: Cloverdale - 109mi: Geysers - 123mi: Alexander Valley
FESTIVAL CONVENIENCE
BAG DROP AND BIKE VALET
Bag Drop & Bike Valet
BAG DROP: We will be offering free and secured Bag Drop on Saturday morning only. There will be no Bag Drop on course (or at the rest stops). Bag Drop will be located INSIDE the Huerta Gymnasium (where you pick up your packet). If you would like to take advantage of the Bag Drop, please have your items in a closed bag, with your name on it. We will tag your bag with your bib number when you drop it off, but the more identification the better. We will only accept small items (backpack size at the most), so please plan accordingly. You will be able to pick up your bag at the same location, when you return from your ride. All bags must be picked up by 6:00 pm on Saturday (4/19).
BIKE VALET: We will be offering free and secured Bike Valet on both Friday & Saturday, during Packet Pickup hours, and during Festival hours on Saturday. All bikes must be picked up by 6:00 pm on Saturday (4/19). You will need your claim tag to pick up your bike, so don't lose it!
We will have three food vendors offering the rider meal from 11:00 am to 5:30 pm. They will also be selling to the general public.
All vendors will have a vegetarian and vegan option as well (in limited quantities) and will be serving the rider meal until supplies last.
To redeem your meal ticket, detach it from your body plate (see below) and hand it to the food vendor. Your meal ticket covers the main dish, but no drinks or dessert. You are welcome to purchase these items on the side.
In addition to our amazing food trucks, our friends from Kona Ice will be offering flavored shaved ice, to keep you cool and refreshed after a long day on the bike.
Drink Ticket
On the other side of your detachable meal ticket is your drink ticket. Redeem it for a free beer at the Barrel Brothers' booth (you must be over 21 and show proof of age). Beer will be for sale all day during Festival hours so you're welcome to get a second round with your friends while enjoying the live music, while supporting at-risk youth!
* Family and U24 riders must purchase a meal and beverage separately.
MASSAGE
Massage
The massage therapists from Tahoe Yoga & Wellness will offer Post Ride Massage during Festival hours (11:00 am-6:00 pm) on Saturday. Stop by their booth, no pre registration required. 15 min sessions $35. Scan Venmo QR code on site. Cash / CC also accepted.
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