The Steel Dynamics Garbage Mountain Gravel Grinder – Terre Haute, IN 2026

Date
May 2, 2026
Location
Terre Haute, IN
Venue
10700 Bono Rd
Start Time
11:00 AM
Entry Fee
$40.00 – $60.00
Events
Expert Long Distance, Expert Medium Distance, Novice Long Distance, Novice Medium Distance, Ebike Long Distance, Ebike Medium Distance
Includes
T-Shirt
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The Steel Dynamics Garbage Mountain Gravel Grinder is a gravel cycling event held in Terre Haute, Indiana, offering both a 5-mile and 63-mile option. The race takes place on May 2, 2026, with a typical start time of 11:00 AM at 10700 Bono Rd. Entry fees range from $40 to $60 depending on your chosen distance. Whether you're looking for a shorter gravel test or committing to a full day on unpaved terrain, this event caters to different endurance levels. Plan your accommodations in the Terre Haute area accordingly, keeping in mind the late-morning start time and the varying demands of your selected distance.

From the Race Organizer
Steel Dynamics Inc presents a Springtime Gravel race with fabulous views of well-known attractions like Garbage Mountain (the local dump) both out and inbound, ride by many pork and turkey farms, and over Numerous train tracks in this Lil more than a Metric long course. There will also be a medium-length course that cuts off the final loop at the Sag stop. This will be an all-weather event (barring serious weather) so dress accordingly. The course is a mix of chunky gravel, dirt roads, a bit of pavement, a few hills, and probably lots of mud. There will be timing/placing for the top 3 in each class, course marshals, and signs to mark the route. GPS devices ARE advised and course route files are available on RideWithGPS. You will find yourself in the middle of Nowhere, Indiana. Often. Races will be a mass start at Griffin Bike Park and finish at Griffin Bike Park. $40 Pre-registration until April 25th. $50 through April 26th $60 Day of Entry. Your entry is a donation to Griffin Bike Par

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is The Steel Dynamics Garbage Mountain Gravel Grinder – Terre Haute, IN 2026?

The Steel Dynamics Garbage Mountain Gravel Grinder – Terre Haute, IN 2026 takes place on May 2, 2026. The race is held in Terre Haute, Indiana.

Where is The Steel Dynamics Garbage Mountain Gravel Grinder – Terre Haute, IN 2026 held?

The Steel Dynamics Garbage Mountain Gravel Grinder – Terre Haute, IN 2026 is held at 10700 Bono Rd in Terre Haute, Indiana.

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