Big Bull Falls Grand Fondo 2027
- Date
- Saturday, August 28, 2027
- Start time
- 7:30 AM start (Chicago)
- Location
- Wausau, Wisconsin
- Entry fee
- From $50 · goes up to $60 on May 6, 2027
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
- Fundraising
- Takes optional donations when you register
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| '27 Big Bull Falls Grand Fondo Century Ride | Gran FondoBike 100 mi | Aug 28, 20277:30 AM | $50$60 after May 6, 2027 | – |
| '27 Big Bull Falls Grand Fondo Metric Century Plus Ride | Gran FondoBike 72 mi | Aug 28, 20278:30 AM | $50$60 after May 6, 2027 | – |
| '27 Big Bull Falls Grand Fondo 35 mile ride | Gran FondoBike 35 mi | Aug 28, 202710:00 AM | $50$60 after May 6, 2027 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- '27 Big Bull Falls Grand Fondo Century Ride and '27 Big Bull Falls Grand Fondo Metric Century Plus Ride: $50 until May 6, then $60 until Jul 31, then $75 until Aug 28.
- '27 Big Bull Falls Grand Fondo 35 mile ride: $50 until May 6, then $60 until Jul 31, then $75 until Aug 29.
Online registration closes Aug 29, 2027, unless the race fills first.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:15 AM, and the '27 Big Bull Falls Grand Fondo Century Ride starts at 7:30 AM. The start sits about 1,220 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
227800 Snowbird Ave, Wausau, WI 54401
- Directions to the start
- Course map on Ride with GPS
- Course map on Ride with GPS
- Course map on Ride with GPS
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
Course profile: how hilly is Big Bull Falls Grand Fondo?
The 101-mile bike course climbs 2,646 feet, about 26 feet a mile: rolling.
| Course | Distance | Climbing | Terrain |
|---|---|---|---|
| BBFGF Century Route '26Bike, loop | 101 mi | 2,646 ft | rolling |
| BBFGF- Metric Century+ '26Bike, loop | 74 mi | 1,981 ft | rolling |
| BBFGF 35.6mi. Rte. '26Bike, loop | 36 mi | 912 ft | rolling |
From the course maps the organizers publish on Ride with GPS and MapMyRun; climbing is the total gain the map reports. Courses can change between editions, so check the date on the map.
Where Big Bull Falls Grand Fondo ranks
- No. 32 of 50 on Flattest bike rides
- No. 50 of 50 on Hilliest bike rides
National lists computed from results, entry fees, course maps and water temperatures; they refresh through the day.
Typical race-day weather
Around August 28 the day usually runs from 58°F at dawn to 75°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 20% of days. Cold snaps dip to 48°F and hot years reach 84°F.
Based on 75 days within a week of the date over the last 5 years, from historical weather for the start area. Not a forecast.
Race details
- Where
- 227800 Snowbird Ave, Wausau, WI 54401Map
- Course
- Road
- Start elevation
- About 1,220 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt; Event T-Shirt
- Donations
- Accepted when you register
- Distances
- Gran Fondo
- Editions
- 2027 (Aug 28, 2027), 2026 (Aug 29, 2026), 2025 (Aug 23, 2025), 2024 (Aug 24, 2024)
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Quick answers
- When is Big Bull Falls Grand Fondo?
- Saturday, August 28, 2027, starting at 7:30 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $50 before processing fees, and rises to $60 on May 6, 2027.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Aug 29, 2027, unless the race fills first.
- Do athletes get a shirt or medal?
- Entry includes a shirt, according to the race's registration page. Check it for sizes and whether kids' races get the same.
- Can I donate to a cause when I register?
- Yes. The registration form offers an optional donation, usually for the charity or nonprofit the race supports. The race's own page names the cause.
- What distances are offered?
- Gran Fondo.
- Where does it start?
- 227800 Snowbird Ave, Wausau, WI 54401.
- Is there a course map?
- Yes, the organizers publish the route on Ride with GPS; the link is under Start location and course.
From the organizers
Big Bull Falls Grand Fondo
Ride Your Challenge. Ride for a Cause.
Whether you're chasing your first long-distance ride, riding with friends, or looking to test your legs on a century, the Big Bull Falls Grand Fondo offers an unforgettable cycling experience through the scenic roads of Central Wisconsin.
Choose from 35, 73, or 101 miles, enjoy fully supported routes, well-stocked rest stops, and a delicious post-ride meal—all while helping support Bridge Street Mission and NAMI Northwoods.
This isn't a race. It's a celebration of cycling, community, and personal accomplishment. Ride at your own pace, challenge yourself as much as you'd like, and enjoy every mile.
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