Dirty 30 XL - Gravel vs MTB 2026
- Date
- Saturday, December 5, 2026
- Start time
- 9:00 AM start (Los Angeles)
- Location
- Escondido, California
- Entry fee
- From $115 · goes up to $125 on Dec 4, 2026
- Included with entry
- Includes a shirt
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Events and entry fees
| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DIRTY 30 XL - GRAVEL vs MTB | Gravel | Dec 5, 20269:00 AM | $115$125 after Dec 4, 2026 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
The Gravel fee goes up to $125 on Dec 4, 2026.
Race day planning
Entry fee schedule
- $115 until Dec 4, then $125 until Dec 5.
Online registration closes Dec 5, 2026, unless the race fills first.
Light and altitude
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:36 AM, and the DIRTY 30 XL - GRAVEL vs MTB starts at 9:00 AM. The start sits about 380 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
Start location and course
13455 San Pasqual Rd, Escondido, CA 92025
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. Course maps are the organizers' own.
Course profile: how hilly is DIRTY 30 XL - GRAVEL vs MTB?
The 37-mile bike course climbs 1,709 feet, about 46 feet a mile: rolling.
| Course | Distance | Climbing | Terrain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dirty30XL 2026Bike, out and back, steepest 14% | 37 mi | 1,709 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 DIRTY 30 XL - GRAVEL vs MTB ranks
- No. 14 of 27 on Hilliest gravel races
- No. 35 of 38 on Cheapest gravel races in the US
National lists computed from results, entry fees, course maps and water temperatures; they refresh through the day.
Typical race-day weather
Around December 5 the day usually runs from 47°F at dawn to 67°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 5% of days. Cold snaps dip to 41°F and hot years reach 78°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
- 13455 San Pasqual Rd, Escondido, CA 92025Map
- Course
- Gravel
- Start elevation
- About 380 feet
- Included with entry
- T-Shirt
- Distances
- Gravel
- Editions
- 2026 (Dec 5, 2026), 2025 (Dec 6, 2025)
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Quick answers
- When is DIRTY 30 XL - GRAVEL vs MTB?
- Saturday, December 5, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM.
- How much does it cost?
- Entry starts at $115 before processing fees, and rises to $125 on Dec 4, 2026.
- When does registration close?
- Online registration closes Dec 5, 2026, 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.
- What distances are offered?
- Gravel.
- Where does it start?
- 13455 San Pasqual Rd, Escondido, CA 92025.
- 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
DIRTY 30 XL – GRAVEL vs MTB
Which bike is faster? Gravel or MTB? Take on the Dirty 30XL at Orfila Winery on either a drop-bar gravel bike or mountain bike and we will find out! This one-lap challenge delivers scenic singletrack, rugged fire roads, and relentless climbs—all wrapped into an unforgettable course through the beautiful San Pasqual area.