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Saturday, September 12th, 2026
Paradox Brewery, North Hudson NY
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53–71°F · low rain risk
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About this race
The Handlebarley Gravel Weekend
Hosted at Paradox Brewery in North Hudson, the Handlebarley Gravel Weekend features two incredible fall days of mixed surface riding in the southern Adirondacks. Best part is you can sign up to ride just Saturday, only Sunday, or make it a full weekend.
Event Highlights
- Guaranteed Fun: Regardless of the number of days you choose to ride, you're guaranteed some awesome dirt, equally amazing views and a whole lot of fun.
- Main Event: The main event will be Saturday this year with a fabulous 43-mile mixed surface route.
- Route Details: We venture east of the brewery to Ironville for a stop at the Penfield Homestead Museum and then to Moriah for another rest stop.
- Post-Ride Celebration: Head back to the brewery for a pizza and salad feast complete with live music.
Sunday Riding
Sunday's ride is mid-morning social cruise to stunning Elk Lake Lodge followed by post-ride drinks at the brewery.
Additional Information
- Dates: September 12-13
- Location: North Hudson
- Mileage: 20-44 miles
- Participation Cap: 150 riders
Benefits
The event benefits the Penfield Homestead Museum in historic Ironville, known as the "Birthplace of Electrical Age." You can check out the home built by Allen Penfield, farm yard barns, a church and parsonage built in the 1840s.
Lodging Options
And if you make a full weekend of it, The Lodge at Schroon Lake - our official lodging partner for the southern Adirondacks - has a sweet deal for you. Click the Lodging tab above for details.
Registration Includes
Saturday Ride Only - Classic Handlebarley Route
- Full ride support: Included
- Rest Stops: 2 generously stocked rest stops
- Free Beer: One free pint of delicious Paradox craft beer
- Finish Feast: Pizza & salad finish feast
- Live Music: Enjoy some tunes after the ride
- Event Gift: Free event gift included
Sunday Ride Only - Boreas Ponds Out-And-Back
- Full ride support: Included
- Rest Stop: Generously stocked rest stop
- Free Beer: One free pint of delicious Paradox craft beer
- Event Gift: Free event gift included
Full Weekend Package
- All-Inclusive: All of the above plus a sweet Paradox Brewery cycling jersey (an $80 value)
Rider Experiences
"This is the most fun I've had on my bike in a long time! Loved the roller coaster ride from the last rest stop to the end!"
"The Handlebarley is one of my must attend bike rides every fall. The scenery is spectacular and BikeADK organizes the event for the enjoyment of all riders."
"I just got done with the Handlebarley for the first time - what a GREAT event! Everything (support, SAG, food, water, etc.) was in place and ready to go, and the BikeADK team was friendly, helpful and great to work with. I'll be back next year!"
"The Handlebarley was challenging, beautiful, incredibly well-organized. Everything about it was a delight -- great support team, just the right refueling options, nice fellow-riders. Would definitely sign on for more events with BikeADK."
For more information and to register, visit BikeReg.
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