WEST COAST GRAVEL May 5th, 2024

WEST COAST GRAVL

Unleash your inner Viking!

May 5th, 2024 YACHATS, OREGON

West Coast Gravel celebrates the explorer in all of us as you make your way to the shores of the Pacific and take on the Siuslaw National Forest's unforgettable backroads for a journey that would make Thor or Freyja proud!

This second day of cycling after the Oregon Coast Gravel Epic sits only 9 miles from Waldport south on the 101 to the fantastic community of Yachats, Oregon.

The event features the Erik the Red loop with 53 miles, or choose the shorter and less graveled Leif Erikson route with 32 miles and less climbing.

Most of the terrain is new to many riders and has a thrilling twist that has seldom seen a bike tire on.

Please note that, like all events at Aid 1 and the course split, you can customize your journey if you have signed up for the Erik the Red loop and ride shorter.

Relax in Yachats at West Coast Gravel

01 Round #2 of the OTC Series

After a day of adventure on Saturday at the Oregon Coast Gravel Epic this event 30 minutes or more quicker by time!

Either route will leave you with a smile in Yachats!

02 Early Spring Season

Bring your 35MM or larger gravel bike or mountain bike and enjoy the views and scenery of the Oregon Coast. This event has ocean waves and ribbons of gravel to treat your bike to something special.

03 Friends Welcome!

The first weekend of May means we are in full swing to welcome you to Yachats, Oregon to not only enjoy a great ride, but to enjoy time friends and family who may be joining you for other activities while you pedal away.

West Coast Gravel

Sunday, May 5th, 2024

Start Time 9am until 9:30 Self Depart

Yachats, Oregon

Yachats Commons is the venue for this spring cycling classic!

Self Depart in 2024 similar to 2023's route until the Landslide is fixed summer of 2024.

Google Venue Map

Early Pricing

125.00 Early before 1/2

Max Participation 300

Packet Pickup

SUNDAY PACKET PICKUP IN YACHATS!

Sunday am ONLY 7:00 until 8:30 am Yachats Commons Building in the Gazebo. Park in Yachats!

Awards and Celebration

Podium Pint glasses for all 11 divisions awarded starting at 1:30pm and 2:30 pm. Live Music onsite and food vendors to use your 12.00 food voucher.

THE ROUTES

Again in 2024 due to a landslide on our original mass start loop, this event is a self depart after 9am from Yachats! No riders may leave after 9:30 am from the venue in Yachats. This landslide is scheduled for repair the summer of 2024. The timing starts 3.7 miles from Yachats and ends 1 mile

Whats Included

1

Soft Tri-Blend T

We know you demand quality from your experience, and our West Coast Gravel water-based ink soft shirt is a fitting compliment to your efforts.

2

Food Voucher

Every participant and volunteer receives a 12.00 food voucher to use at the Drift Inn before or after the event or at our onsite food vendor, Cowgirl Cookin. Yes, Vegan options are available.

3

Fully stocked aid stations/Mechanical Support

Water and proud to have Hammer Nutrition Heed at all Aid Stations plus mechanical support at the Venue and Aid station #1

PB and J, single-serve cookies, pretzels, pickles, and much more along your journey.

We also offer Drop bag service for a jacket, snack, etc, in a duffle or 1-gallon zip lock bag by 8 a.m. Last name and plate number, please. We have labels

4

Custom Awards

Top 3 awards for all distances, plus a top team award for the best team time on the long course for your top 3 riders! Make sure to list your team name when registering and give it your best, or simply finish and smile!

SCHEDULE

FAQS

Here are answers to some common questions.

What Size Tires are recommended?

35 MM and, if wet, 38 MM for increased contact area.
Is this ride/race for everyone?

The simple answer is yes if you have training time and can handle some sustained climbing.
Do I have to be a part of the Oregon Triple Crown Series to Participate?

No!
Anyone can sign up for just this event. If you want to do 3 or more Oregon Triple Crown events, consider signing up first for the OTC pass to save the most money on 3 or more events.
Can I get a full refund if I cant attend?

No refunds exist, outside of the fact that when registering, consider purchasing the Bike Reg protection for injuries and certain conditions not associated with Mudslinger Events or the Oregon Triple Crown.
Mudslinger Events will credit you to the same calendar year if you can't make it by emailing us 14 days prior to this event.
What if I cant make it while on course?

If your bike is unable to proceed we will pick you up and bring you back to Yachats.
What are the Aid Station Distances?

AID DISTANCES

Aid 1 at 16 miles for both routes!
Mile 18.5 short route /Mile 38 for Aid 2 Long Route

Both Aid stations will have support from the Lincoln County Auxiliary Communications Service.
How is the route marked?

Five Mile signs will be placed on the long course, and added signs before turns on the course! The GPX file is on the online Ride with a GPS map to download to your Garmin or Wahoo device.
Why are we not starting all together?

Usually, we do start all at once, but due to a landslide that will not be repaired until the summer of 2024, we will self-depart one by one from Yachats between 9 and 9:30 a.m.
What are the post event beverages available?

10 Barrel Brewing is our primary support for those over 21, and we will also have various other choices for those under 21 or those not partaking in our sponsor's support.
Will it rain?

Over the past decade we have operated on the first weekend of May, we have had great weather 75% of the time and only twice was the weather less than favorable. Always bring good rain gear when visiting the Oregon Coast!
E-Bike Class 1 Short loop only

Yes, a Class 1 Pedal Assist E-bike division starts 30 minutes before the main start wave. Please be aware that the main fast group of riders may still catch you. Please yield and enjoy the day on this challenging but fun loop