Guts Gravel Glory (GGG )

Race Details

• Race Date: Sunday, Aug 2, 2026
• Start Time: 9am
• Pickup: 7:45-8:45am Aug 2 at the tent with the black and white REGISTRATION flag.
• Location: Pocahontas State Park, 10301 State Park Road, Chesterfield, VA 23832

Parking Information

• Parking Fee: Standard parking fee will be collected by state park employees unless you have a state park permit.
• QR Code: There will be a QR code option just prior to the parking lot.
• Ticket Warning: You will likely receive a ticket without a valid permit attached to your rearview mirror.
• Transition Area: Plenty of room for team tents and personal support: you will pass the transition every 5.5-6 miles.

Course Description

• Direction: The course will be clockwise on dirt road/paths ranging from 8-12 feet wide.
• Loop Distance: The loop is approximately 5.5 miles in distance.
• Race Distances: Races will be approximately 44, 33, and 16.5 miles.
• Map Release: 2026 Map will be posted by July 10.

Equipment

• Bikes: Gravel, cross, or mountain bikes work great.
• Historical Use: All types have been ridden historically.

Timing

• Chip Timing: This event will be chip timed!
• Chip Placement: Chip must be placed on your race number facing forward.

Results

• Results Posting: Results will be posted online at this link: Results

Race Options

• 50 Mile: 8 lap race, approximately 44 miles depending on your GPS accuracy.
• Time Cutoff: Last lap cutoff is at 3 hours.
• 36 Mile: New option this year with a 3 hour limit to start your last lap.
• 18 Mile: 3 lap race, approximately 16.5 miles.

Support & Aid Stations

• Water Station: Located near the completion of each lap.
• Refills: Water can be refilled and bottle hand-ups are allowed.
• Assistance: Bring support for water refills: volunteers will not be present for hand-ups.