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511 West Main St, Mandan, ND 58554
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Aggregated from official results (Competitive Timing) for Lyons-Heart Gravel Classic - Premier Gravel Bike Race in Mandan, North Dakota. Individual finisher names are not stored here.
At the 2026 35-Mile Ride, the fastest tenth finished in 2:03:47 or better, the top quarter in 2:09:30, and half the field in 2:33:13; the last tenth came in after 3:45:13.
At the 2026 65-Mile Race, the fastest tenth finished in 3:44:19 or better, the top quarter in 3:50:29, and half the field in 4:18:28; the last tenth came in after 5:37:52.
At the 2026 100-Mile Race, the fastest tenth finished in 5:32:13 or better, the top quarter in 5:51:01, and half the field in 6:42:55; the last tenth came in after 7:21:20.
| Age | Women | Men |
|---|---|---|
| 40-49 | 3:29:00 | 2:13:00 |
| 50-59 | n/a | 2:29:55 |
| 60-69 | n/a | 2:06:36 |
Groups with fewer than five finishers are left out. Awards vary by race; check the race's rules.
Where a finish time would have placed in 2026.
Up 11 percent since 2025.
All events combined, from official results.
From 2025 to 2026, the field went from 36 to 40 finishers, and the median time dropped from 4:11:29 to 2:33:13.
| Year | Finishers | Median | Fastest tenth | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 40 (+11%) | 2:33:13 | under 2:03:47 | 1:54:43 |
| 2025 | 36 | 4:11:29 | under 3:42:19 | 3:20:19 |
From each year's official results for the Gravel; virtual options are left out.
What the organizers of Lyons-Heart Gravel Classic - Premier Gravel Bike Race in Mandan, North Dakota cover on their registration page, in brief.
Course
All 100-mi racers will be given trackers on race morning, so race directors and family/friends can track your progress along the course. Please take a moment to watch this quick video on how to properly wear the tracker on race day…
Course
Attached below is the the file containing the 35-mi course cue sheets.
Course
Attached below is the the file containing the 65-mi course cue sheets.
Parking and travel
Race hard. Rest easy. We’ve teamed up with Marriott International as the official hotel partner of the Lyons-Heart Gravel Classic. Whether you’re lining up for 100+ miles of North Dakota gravel or rolling in to support your favorite racer…
Rules and FAQ
Welcome to the Lyons-Heart Gravel Classic! To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all participants, please adhere to the following race guidelines: Completion of Chosen Distance: Participants must complete the distance they…
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Lyons-Heart Gravel Classic — July 11, 2026 • Mandan, North Dakota
A premier gravel event carved along the Heart River: choose the 35-mile non-competitive ride, 65-mile race, or 100-mile test of endurance. Celebrate at the downtown Mandan finish line with live music, vendors, and community festivities.