We are bringing back our classic distances for 2026, including 12-, 32- 60-, 100-, and 118-mile routes.

All mileage is approximate and pending permits. All routes 32 miles and above are rolling. The 118-mile route has a significant multi-tiered climb.

The area that is now Fort Collins was continuously inhabited by many American Indian cultural groups, the last being the Cheyenne and Arapaho, before their forced move to reservations in 1878. In addition, Fort Collins has a rich cultural history of Hispanic heritage and Germans from Russia.

Read more on Fort Collins’ history.

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118-mile Quadruple Dog Dare You Route

The course is hand-marked and laid out by Zack Allison, master route builder for other sites such as Gravel Graceland and Bike Sports. By the numbers, this route may look easily obtainable, but the road surface, B roads, exposure, and winds can test any rider’s will to survive. Five rest-stops and an Oasis keep you full of fuel and water so you can journey on.

Elevation gain is approximately 7432 feet. Expect rollers in the first half and a significant climb from mile 53 to 70.

This route includes a $15,000 prize purse split between top men, women, and non-binary/gender expansive riders (10 deep), age group podiums and prizes, and, of course, the infamous bolo tie for meeting the 2025 bolo tie time. See times under Competitors on our FAQ page for times & prize breakdown. Thank you, Shimano, for supporting the enhanced prize purse this year. There will be a Livestream of the Elite races, with title partnership from BMC.

  • ELITE Men depart at 6 am

  • ELITE Women at 6:05 am

  • ELITE Non-Binary/Gender Expansive riders at 6:10 am

  • All other athletes at 6:30 am from New Belgium Brewing.

The Quad Dog Dare You Route (reminder: Mile 49-50 is private and only available on race day). The start/finish from New Belgium is new this year, including a split finish for 118 riders only. There will be no other course changes from 2024, and there will be an expanded water stop at the top of the climb.

Group of cyclists riding on a dirt trail through a hilly landscape with trees and shrubs.
  • Group of people, children and adults, participating in a bicycle event under a tent. The woman in the foreground wears a bright yellow safety vest with 'saferoutes TO SCHOOL' printed on the back and a yellow and blue helmet, while another girl wearing a white jacket and white helmet is nearby.

    12 Mile Here for It Route p/b Safe Routes to School

    Twelve miles of fun focused on the amazing Fort Collins bike path infrastructure. We'll be adventuring to the CSU Environmental Learning Center, complete with a rest stop for families to take in the adventure and activities to explore along the way. The route is very flat.

    This route is not chip-timed as it is designed for newer riders and families (aka kids). All riders will still receive number plates. Riders will go off in groups of 20 and be assisted by Safe Routes to School.

    This route leaves New Belgium Brewing on Saturday at 10:00 am. Here for It Route. In addition to the Friday night packet pick up, 12-mile riders are able to pick up their packets on Saturday at the expo starting at 9:15 am ahead of the 10 am start.

  • Two people riding bicycles on a dirt trail, smiling and waving, with other cyclists in the background in a rural outdoor setting.

    32-Mile Dare You Route

    Journey beyond the city limits to see new sites and roads. This route will explore some gems north and east of Fort Collins that many have not explored. A mid-way rest stop will provide a breaking point to take it all in and refuel before winding your way back into town. You’ll stumble across an Oasis with about four miles to go. Elevation gain is approximately 1300 feet with gentle rollers.

    This route will be chip-timed and has overall podiums, as well as age-group, para, and single speed podiums and prizes.

    This route leaves New Belgium Brewing at 9 am. Dare You Route.

  • A cyclist riding a mountain bike on a dirt road in an open field with a couch and a person sitting on it, waving, in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

    60-Mile Double Dog Dare You Route

    One of our original distances! This isn’t your chill 60-mile route—it is so busy, in the best way possible! You'll discover more challenging gravel-awesomeness than you ever knew was within reach of the city limits. Two rest stops and an Oasis are provided.

    Elevation gain is approximately 2560 feet with mostly momentum-style rollers.

    This route will be chip-timed and has overall podiums, as well as age-group, para, and single speed podiums and prizes.

    This route leaves New Belgium Brewing at 8 am. Double Dog Dare You Route.

  • A group of cyclists riding on a dirt trail through a dry, hilly landscape.

    100-mile Triple Dog Dare You Route

    A riff on our original “long route.” A modest extension of the Double Dog Dare You Route, grab a group of friends, and rotate through for a record-fast gravel century. Four rest stops and an Oasis will keep you hydrated and fueled.

    Elevation gain is approximately 5100 feet. Expect rollers all around, heading north to Carr before meandering west and then south back to the brewery. There are no significant climbs.

    This route will be chip-timed and has overall podiums, as well as age-group, para, and single speed podiums and prizes.

    This route leaves New Belgium Brewing at 7 am. Triple Dog Dare You Route.