SPECIAL BLEND GRAVEL
Premium women's cycling camps, coaching, and clinics designed to take your gravel riding to the next level.
WHAT MAKES SPECIAL BLEND GRAVEL SO SPECIAL?
We bring together inspiring, driven women (that's you!), world-class coaches, and some of the best gravel roads in the world to push you just beyond your comfort zone, giving you the space and support to develop skills, knowledge, and confidence both on and off the bike.
You'll be treated like a pro athlete while at camp; all you have to do is ride, recover, eat, and repeat! You'll ride alongside professional coaches and fellow campers, and together, we'll build confidence and skills, and forge friendships that will serve you on and off the bike!
What You’ll Take Away
Bike handling and gravel terrain skills
Equipment and tire knowledge
Adventure and race strategies
Nutrition and fueling tips
Courage and confidence
Friendships and camaraderie
Upcoming camps
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Fall camp in McKenzie Bridge
Grab your friends, share a cabin, and get ready to climb.
September 25-28, 2025
McKenzie Bridge, OR
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Progression Skills Clinics
Gravel Level 1: May 13 & 15
Oregon Trail Prep: June 10 & 12
Gravel Level 2: July 15 & 17
Bend, OR
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Advanced winter camp
Come ride with us in the Sky Islands of Southern Arizona
December 3-6, 2025
Patagonia, AZ -
spring camp in the gorge
Kick off your gravel season with us in the beautiful Columbia Gorge.
April 16-19, 2026
Dufur, OR
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SBG Endurance Coaching
Our professional and experienced coaches are here to help you plan and prepare for your best season yet!
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SBG Custom Camps
Let us help you design your dream riding trip or camp experience.
Past Campers
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Moniera - Spring 2024 & 2025
I can’t say enough about the people – both behind the event and also my fellow campers, the location, the gravel the views, the host hotel, the sunsets … it’s a long list of wonderful. Serena Gordon has created something pretty damned special and I am so grateful to have been a part of it. As she says, inspiration flows both ways.
Read more about Moniera's experience here.
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Lisa - Spring 2024
My experience at Special Blend Gravel was incredible. I’ve been riding gravel for a long time; what’s so special about this camp are the people, so many wonderful women who enjoy riding their bikes! The coaches are so knowledgeable and incredibly supportive, and the gravel roads and scenery were spectacular. I left camp feeling more confident and made a lot of new friends. I’ll definitely be back!
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Kylee - Winter 2024
Special Blend's Patagonia Gravel Camp offers incredible accommodations, amazing food, challenging routes, and top-tier support—but what truly sets it apart is the supportive and inspiring community Serena has built. Through on-trail coaching, shared meals, and fireside conversations, riders push their limits while feeling encouraged every step of the way. This experience didn’t just expand my comfort zone—it showed me that, with the right people, it’s bigger than I ever imagined, and that sense of connection stays with me long after the camp ends.
IS SPECIAL BLEND GRAVEL RIGHT FOR ME?
Are you a seasoned roadie curious about gravel riding, a competent mountain biker looking to rally the double track, or a gravel rider looking to hone your craft? If yes, Special Blend Gravel is for you. We welcome intermediate to advanced riders who are looking to build confidence, refine skills, find free speed through corners and on descents, and be a part of a growing community of like-minded cyclists who like to push the limits and each other, just a little bit.
Special Blend Gravel Camp welcomes women, trans women, and non-binary folk. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and supportive space where all people, including members of the LGBTQ+ & BIPOC communities, feel safe, respected, and celebrated. Special Blend Gravel is committed to fostering a welcoming environment for everyone, regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, or background.
WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE AN INTERMEDIATE TO ADVANCED RIDER?
You feel comfortable riding in groups and understand pack riding etiquette.
You can ride steep climbs and descents, and you want to go faster!
You can ride washboard and navigate bumpy and rocky terrain, but want to do it with more confidence and speed.
You are comfortable eating and drinking while on the bike.
You ride or exercise a minimum of 5 hours per week and can ride up to 4-5 hours, 2-3 days in a row.
You ride 5 hours, once in a while.
You have access to a bike with at minimum 40mm tires and disc brakes.
Still have questions? Please email us at hello@specialblendgravel.com.
Most of us underestimate our ability, so we’re happy to help you determine your skill level.
The inspiration behind special blend gravel
SERENA BISHOP GORDON
Serena Bishop Gordon, the founder of Special Blend Gravel, has a profound love for cycling and an unwavering dedication to uplifting women. Her accomplishments as a racer at the highest level of the sport and passion for sharing the joy of cycling are woven into this unique, women-focused brand.
First driven by her own success as a racer, Serena’s life has been shaped by cycling. Now, her mission is to share her passion and create a transformative experience through Special Blend Gravel Camps, coaching, and community activations. It’s a place where athletes develop cycling skills and find empowerment and inspiration. Serena’s commitment to elevating women in sports and life is steadfast. She firmly believes “inspiration flows both ways," and we can all achieve more by operating from a place of abundance and uplifting one another.
You belong here
Special Blend Gravel is dedicated to creating an inclusive and supportive space where all people, including members of the LGBTQ+ & BIPOC communities, feel safe, respected, and celebrated. Special Blend Gravel is committed to fostering a welcoming environment for everyone, regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, or background.
Our Partners
A huge thank you to amazing partners.
