WHAT IS SBG?
Special Blend Gravel Camp is a stepping stone for a season of success and smiles. You’ll spend the weekend riding amazing gravel roads, focusing on cornering and descending technique, and learn about tire setup, road-side mechanical skills, nutrition and recovery, and stage race tips and tricks from some of the best in the business of gravel.
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, and find some free speed on through corners and on descents.
WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE INTERMEDIATE TO ADVANCED? What does it mean to be intermediate to advanced?
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 on the bike, and riding one.
You ride or exercise a minimum 5 hours per week and can ride up 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 38mm tires and disc brakes.