You’re not signing up for a race.
You’re stepping into a story.​
A story where:
​the climbs don’t let up
the terrain tests your patience
and the only way out… is through
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You don’t need perfect legs.
You need resolve.
Long before gravel bikes and finish lines, this region produced millions of pounds of lead —
Today, the tools have changed,
But the spirit hasn’t.
Lead Ore Gravel isn’t just a ride.
It’s a return to something real.
The challenge
the pioneer
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100+ miles
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around 10,000 feet of elevation gain
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50/50 pavement to gravel​
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2 aid stations
the settler
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60 miles
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around 6,000 feet of elevation gain
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50/50 pavement to gravel​
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1 aid station
the explorer
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30 miles
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around 2,000 feet of elevation gain
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50/50 pavement to gravel​
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Not competitive
Rider Testimonials
"Lead Ore is the early fall race we have all been waiting for." - Ben Lloyd
"The Lead Ore Gravel is one of those rare events that reminds you why you fell in love with cycling" - Bill Hauber
“The Lead Ore Gravel Race is an event like no other. It combines competitive racing, a challenging course, top notch event management, all within the amazing Driftless Region." - Ian frink
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