Steamboat Springs has been hosting world-class and grassroots bike events since the 1980s—road racing, gravel, Roubaix, XC mountain bike, enduro, and gran fondos.

Here’s our rundown of the local cycling calendar. If we missed anything, please let us know.And if you need a squad to ride with check out our Club and Team membership. 

Glas Deffryn Ranch Junior MTB // Thursday May 21st

Juniors only! This Steamboat Velo promoted mountain bike event invites local riders ages 7 to 18 for a fast rip on the private trails at Glas Deffryn Ranch above Stagecoach Reservoir.

Outlaw Gravel// Sunday May 31st

New for 2026, Outlaw Gravel is a enduro format gravel race featuring timed segments, relaxed aid stations, and scenic neutral segments. Outlaw Gravel is shaped by terrain, positioning, and the riders around you – built on the roads locals have ridden for years, long before gravel needed a name.

SBT GRVL // Sat & Sun June 26th – 28th

Ask anyone who has participated in this event and they will surely back up the claim that it’s ‘World Class’, after which they’ll explain how dang hard it is! It hits every great dirt road you might want to see in Steamboat, in a day, with top tier support. While it may be sold out, you should absolutely consider volunteering.

Hayden Fresh Farm Fondo
// Sunday July 19th

Now in its third year, this unique event captures the true spirit of gravel – no race numbers, no start line jitters, just a fun day  exploring beautiful country roads and with a delicious farm-to-table meal.

This event offers an intimate look at a working local farm, paired with incredible gravel riding and a tasty post ride meal. Ride Workshop, Hayden Fresh Farm, and Mountain Tap Brewery come together to deepen your connection with local farmers, the cycling community, and the stunning landscape surrounding Hayden Fresh Farm.

Stagecoach Gravel Tri   // Sunday August 2nd

This unique gravel tri event from Without Limits hits the water, trails, and surrounding gravel roads of Stagecoach Reservoir. Limited to 250 participants.

Just leave your triathlon bike at home. The bike course features rolling gravel country roads through some of the most scenic terrain imaginable and is 100% on gravel. The total bike distance is 17 miles! Once off your bike of choice, it’s time to toss on those running shoes for a 4-mile run on a gravel trail that hugs the shoreline of Stagecoach Reservoir! 

Emerald Mountain Epic  // Saturday August 8th

The classic Steamboat Springs XC mountain bike race promoted by local cycling advocacy group Routt County Riders along with Partners in Routt County. Many locals have honed their mountain bike racing skills on the challenging course run each year on the very best trails of Emerald Mountain.

Tour De Steamboat //  Saturday August 22

It’s back! TDS has roots back to the seventies thanks to pioneer and local legend Kent Eriksen, but officially it was kicked off in 2005. It remains one of the original big deal bike events held in Steamboat Springs raising huge sums of money for various charities during it’s long history.

Moots Ranch Rally// Retired for 2026?

RANCH RALLY has two courses, either a 72 or 52 mile route, both are almost 100% gravel and will include a few competitive timed segments for those that want to test their mettle. What hasn’t changed is the warm hospitality that the local ranch community has extended to all riders over the years through a Ranch hosted lunch and evening social gathering.