OCT 18
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Nevada City, California
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Heart of Gold Gravel features a course with an overwhelming % on dirt. Definitely gravel, not "groad". The event was created with the impetus of youth mental wellness, and the effort to bring people together for that cause in Nevada County. This October 5th, we ride from Nevada City's Rood Center over two course options ranging from 36 - 70 miles. Each route features ample climbing and lots and lots of amazing dirt. This region is one of California's hidden gems. For a good cause, and on a great course, there's no good reason to miss out on Heart of Gold Gravel.
Everything will be happening at the Pioneer Park -
425 Nimrod Street in Nevada City
Complimentary coffee available, but no breakfast options on site.
11:00 am: Rider meal available at the participating food trucks
Food, Drinks, Live Music, Bike Wash & More!
A single segment will be in effect for the 2024 edition of Heart of Gold.
Changing our approach to a challenging course can make the difference between misery and joy. While this race is tough, it doesn't have to be anything short of memorable. We reach into some of the least ridden places of California's Sierra foothills with our routes. In 2022 you raced the entire thing. This year you will race one segment.
Starting at Mile 7, at the Yuba River you begin a massive climb that ultimately finishes in Graniteville at mile 32. In its entirety, this racing portion of Heart of Gold adds up to a 25 mile race. It is the only segment. You may "enjoy" the rest of your ride with your friends.
Mile 12.6
Mile 24.1 (water only - mid segment)
Mile 32,
Mile 43.2
Mile 57.2
All aid stations will have plenty of water, hydration mix, and basic nutrition items such as bananas, chips, cookies, peanut M&Ms, fig bars, etc.
This segment shares the same starting location as that of the long route for its timed segment, but you don't go all the way to Graniteville. This segment ends at mile 20, amounting to a total of 13 racing miles. whereas the long course racers continue past it and keep racing.
Mile 12.6
Mile 26,
Both aid stations will have plenty of water, hydration mix, and basic nutrition items such as bananas, chips, cookies, peanut M&Ms, fig bars, etc.
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