Maple River Gravel Chiller 2026
Event Overview
Maple River Gravel Chiller 2026 is a competitive gravel cycling event taking place on October 10, 2026, in Maple Rapids, Michigan. The event is the 5th annual edition and features three main route distances: 10, 25, and 47 miles. The start and finish area is listed at Main and Poplar, Maple Rapids, MI 48853.
The event is designed around the area’s scenic, rarely traveled dirt and gravel roads. Riders can choose from multiple categories, including Open Gravel, Single Speed, Fat Bike, Athena, Clydesdale, and E-Bike categories. Riders aged 18 and under can also participate in designated youth categories.
All three main distances start at 10:00 AM, while E-Bike categories are scheduled to start at 9:50 AM. The event has a total registration limit of 300 riders, and helmets are required.
For official information and registration, visit the Maple River Gravel Chiller registration page.
Ride Experience
- Three route options: 10, 25, and 47 miles.
- Scenic dirt and gravel roads with relatively little traffic.
- Multiple riding categories for gravel, single-speed, fat bike, and e-bike riders.
- Competitive event format, with overall and category awards listed for several divisions.
- Fall cycling setting in and around Maple Rapids, Michigan.
- A dedicated E-Bike start and category structure.
Why It Stands Out
- 5th annual edition, giving the event an established local presence.
- Rarely traveled gravel and dirt roads are a defining feature of the course.
- Broad category selection, from Open Gravel and Single Speed to Fat Bike, Athena, Clydesdale, and E-Bike.
- Accessible distance range, from a 10-mile option to a 47-mile long course.
- A relatively small 300-rider field limit, creating a more limited-field event environment.
Summary
Maple River Gravel Chiller 2026 is a competitive Michigan gravel event featuring 10-, 25-, and 47-mile routes on scenic dirt and gravel roads around Maple Rapids. With multiple bike and rider categories, including E-Bike, it offers a varied competitive gravel experience in a small-field setting.
