The Original Growler Mountain Bike Race
Brought to you by Gunnison Trails, the Original Growler Mountain Bike Races are the primary fundraiser Gunnison Trails, a 501(c)3 non-profit trail advocacy organization.
The Original Growler showcases most of the trails at the Hartman Rocks recreation area on BLM public lands. “Hartman’s,” as we call it, was chosen as one of the top 20 mountain biking destinations on BLM lands and offers a one-of-kind trail riding experience. If you have ridden Hartman’s, you know all about the magic of these high desert trails.
If you haven’t, you owe it to yourself as an experienced mountain biker to test your skills and fitness on the trails at Hartman Rocks. You’ll be forced to alternate relentlessly between fast and flow in seas of sagebrush and tricky and technical through weathered and twisted juniper on islands of granite and in the many micro canyons that pock this primal landscape. While there are no big climbs and the total vertical gain isn’t remarkable, the seesaw nature of the Growler course is a supreme test of all around mountain biking. Go ahead, commit. But be prepared to challenge your mind, your body and your skills.
Friday, May 24th, 2024
5:00 pm- 9:00 pm – Packet Pickup at Western Colorado University in the Mountaineer Field House : 600 E. Ruby Ave, Gunnison, CO 81230. Sorry NO RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP.
FOOD DRIVE!
THE GREAT GROWLER FOOD DRIVE! The Original Growler is a BYOB Race: Bring Your Own Bag. We try to eliminate waste and clutter by not providing you with any spiffy disposable or reusable bags that nobody needs. Please bring your own, preferably filled with non-perishable food items for the Original Growler Food Drive. Our Growler racers are known for their support of this important cause and our local food bank is forever grateful for your generosity.
Saturday, May 25th, 2024
8:30 am – 12:30 am Kids Race! 4 races based on level and age. More info here
9:00 am The Classic Growler starts from downtown Gunnison (IOOF Park).
1:00 pm Awards – Party starts at 1pm, awards around 2:30pm at IOOF Park in downtown Gunnison.
5:00 pm – 9:00 pm Packet Pickup at Western Colorado University in the Mountaineer Field House : 600 E. Ruby Ave, Gunnison, CO 81230. Sorry NO RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP.
Sunday, May 26th, 2024
8:00am The Big Bad 40 and Pup 20 starts from downtown Gunnison (IOOF Park).
1:00 pm Awards – Party starts at 1pm, awards around 2:30pm at IOOF Park in downtown Gunnison.