Desert Gravel 2026: The Race You Thought You Were Ready For

Every rider shows up with a plan. But on the gravel roads around Fruita, Colorado, conditions change quick. The course pushes back, the wind blows, and the day rarely unfolds the way you'd expect. Relive what 1,500 riders experienced in 2026 as they raced across the high desert for one of the most unique gravel race experiences around.