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| Event | Distance | When | Entry fee | Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100-Mile Race | Gravel | Aug 28, 20277:00 AM | $130$150 after Jan 1, 2027 | – |
| 35-Mile Ride | GravelBike 35 mi | Aug 28, 20279:00 AM | $50$60 after Jan 1, 2027 | – |
| 35-Mile Ride E-bike Category | GravelBike 35 mi | Aug 28, 20279:00 AM | $50$60 after Jan 1, 2027 | – |
| 65-Mile Race | Gravel | Aug 28, 20279:00 AM | $85$100 after Jan 1, 2027 | – |
Entry fees exclude processing fees. Prices and dates come from the race's registration page and refresh nightly.
Online registration closes Aug 27, 2027, unless the race fills first.
Sunrise on race morning is at about 6:57 AM, and the 100-Mile Race starts at 7:00 AM. The start sits about 1,870 feet above sea level.
Fees exclude processing fees. Comparisons use current entry fees and published results from races nearby.
1701 10th Ave SW, Mandan, ND 58554
The pin marks the address the race lists, which is usually the start. The organizers have not shared a course map with us yet.
National lists computed from results, entry fees, course maps and water temperatures; they refresh through the day.
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.
Around August 28 the day usually runs from 60°F at dawn to 81°F in the afternoon, with measurable rain on about 11% of days. Cold snaps dip to 52°F and hot years reach 89°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.
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 • Mandan, North Dakota
New Date!
Saturday, August 28, 2027
A premier gravel cycling experience through the heart of North Dakota's Northern Great Plains. Choose your challenge: a 35-mile non-competitive ride, 65-mile race, or the ultimate 100-mile test of endurance.
This year, we're bringing gravel back to its roots with a new home at the USDA Northern Great Plains Research Laboratory. A place dedicated to understanding the land, and the perfect starting point for an event that celebrates it.