$30,000 Prize Pool

&

$30,000 in Committed Donations

We are out to prove that one event can celebrate the peak of human performance, while also celebrating every participant that’s persevered through their own challenges. Our commitment to inclusivity means we’re elevating the experience for every participant.

We encourage every pro/elite athlete to stay after dark to celebrate with our First 2 Last Party. We will be hosting a party in the finish line to celebrate until cut off at 9:59 pm. Please come and cheer on those riders who have persevered through 14-16 hours of grueling gravel grinding!

Garmin Gravel Worlds®

Pro/Elite Category Information

We are incredibly excited for the opportunity to uplift our pro/elite racing at Gravel Worlds®! But we want to be very clear, that our focus has not left from the 99% of riders who never will or never want to stand on top of the podium and who are at Gravel Worlds to experience their own goals and challenges. Please know that we love celebrating what our pros can put their bodies through, but we will always spend most of our time and resources on those whose biggest competition is themselves.

Donation To A Charity Of Your Choice

We will be making a $200 donation to the charity of each pro/elite rider’s choice. At registration, each rider will be asked for their favorite US-Based, 501c3, not-for-profit.

Each pro/elite rider will not have their own name on their number plate on race day. Rather each pro will have the name of their charity on their number plate to show all who they are racing for on race day.

Prize Pool Breakdown

$30,000 Prize Pool

Sponsored by Goodlife Brands

$15,000 Women • $15,000 Men

1st: $5,000

2nd: $4,000

3rd: $3,000

4th: $2,000

5th: $1,000

How To Apply

Apply by signing up for the “Pro/Elite Mens or Womens Waitlist on BikeReg.

  • Riders who placed in the Top 5 of Gravel Worlds in the last 3 years will receive guaranteed entry.

  • Priority will be given to:

    • Riders who have competed in a Gravel Worlds event before.

    • Is willing to help share about Gravel Worlds registration through an affiliate code with a kick-back to each rider.

Rules for Pro/Elite Category

In addition to the 9 Basic Rules of Gravel Worlds, the pro/elite category will have an additional set of rules. This is to create as much safety as possible among all participants and staff.

We will be updating the full rule book as we get closer to race day, but here are some rules we want to clarify now.

  • Self Supported!!

    • Every rider at Gravel Worlds is given the exact same opportunity of resources once they leave the start line. The only opportunity for refuel will be at the provided checkpoints and oases.

    • If you need it, bring it with you! No Drop Bags or Outside support.

      • If there is a special nutrition, hydration, mechanical item, or good luck charm you need, BRING IT WITH YOU!

    • No team vehicles on course or at checkpoints.

      • If you are interested in having a film crew, you must receive a media pass agreeing to all self-supported rules. If a rider or team’s media team violates these rules, the Gravel Worlds staff reserves the right to disqualify all riders.

    • Finish with what you started.

      • You can not throw away items on course for a tactical advantage. Specifically referring to items like hydration packs, water bottles, lights, and added items to the bike. Throwing items intentionally is frankly wasteful and is an advantage for riders who can discard expensive items that shouldn’t be wasted.

      • Plan your gear selection carefully.

      • Example: If you want the advantage of more water with a hydration pack, you need to carry the disadvantage of the weight and heat of an empty hydration pack.

  • Separate Starts

    • The Men’s and Women’s pro/elite fields will have separate starts.

    • To create as much fairness as possible among the elite men’s and women’s race we will have separated starts. The women’s field will start behind the pro men’s field with a 5-10 minute gap. Our goal is for every woman rider to at least start the race with the same opportunity for success as every other woman racer.

  • No Aero Bars

    • Sorry, purists. As pro/elite riders will often be riding in groups and riding at much higher speeds, we are banning aerobars inside the pro/elite category.

  • DON’T WRAP YOUR NUMBER PLATE!!

    • Wrapping, tucking, bending, folding, or manipulating your number plate will be strictly prohibited. Everyone must have their number plate visible below their handlebars.

    • Manipulating number plates is a constant source of errors in our timing system. We will need to ensure all on-course and finish-line splits are accurate to help broadcast and share accurate information on race progression.