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When
Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
Where
56 Silver Towers Road , Ripton VT
Distance
Ultra
Typical weather
48–62°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 3 of the last 10 years
2025
46–67°F
dry
2024
51–65°F
dry
2023
56–76°F
dry
2022
32–56°F
dry
2021
54–62°F
rain
2020
42–53°F
dry
2019
37–49°F
rain
2018
50–55°F
rain
2017
48–66°F
dry
2016
52–61°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
- Event: The Endurance Society Gritus
- Date: October 3, 2026
- Location: 56 Silver Towers Road, Ripton, VT
- Registration: BikeReg - Gritus
Course Details
- Distance: Gritus - 50 Miles, Short Course - 27 Miles
- Terrain: 75% Unpaved
- Elevation: 4,700 ft of climbing for the 50 Mile course
- Navigation: 100% self-navigation, no directional signs on the course
Course Links
- 50 Mile Course: View Route
- 27 Mile Short Course: View Route
Event Schedule
- Start Time: 8:30 a.m.
- Weather: Rain or Shine
- Location: Silver Towers Camp
- Awards: Participants will receive an award: top 3 per category will not be awarded in the short course
Additional Information
- Challenges: Expect hefty climbs and amazing views, scheduled during peak foliage
- Navigation Aids: Recommended to use the Ride with GPS app and bring a cue sheet copy
- Water Stop: There will be one water stop along the course
- Post-Race: Quesadillas will be served post-race
Future Events
- Challenge: Consider the 108 mile gravel race in 2026 with 14K vertical
- Details: More Information
Join Us
- Experience: We look forward to enjoying a gorgeous day and hope you'll join us.
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