Growler 101

a brief outline

The Details

Date	Race	Distance	Price
8:30-12:30 AM- Saturday May 27, 2023	Kids Race!	more info can be found here	FREE
9:00 AM- Saturday May 27, 2023	The Classic Growler	~32 miles on the dirt	$109
8:00 AM- Sunday May 28, 2023	The PUP 20	~20 miles on the dirt	$99
8:00 AM- Sunday May 28, 2023	The BIG BAD 40	~40 miles on the dirt	$119

*Races start from downtown Gunnison for 2023. See the COVID-19 EVENT UPDATES in the FAQ section for any updates.

THREE RACE COURSES to CHOOSE FROM!

In 2021, we introduced two new race courses for Sunday’s event: the 20 mile Pup and the 40 mile Big Bad, featuring the Aberdeen trails for the first time. These categories replace the 2-lap, 64 mile Growler. Change is good, and we saw an incredible show of racers for both Sunday events. For those still looking for a longer distance challenge, the 40 mile Big Bad features our classic Growler course with the addition of the Aberdeen loop, Hartman Rocks longest and most backcountry trails.

25% DISCOUNT FOR ALL MIDDLE SCHOOL AND HIGH SCHOOL RACERS

We’re committed to fostering the next generation of mountain bikers by extending a 25% discount to all middle school and high school racers (based on their grade as of fall 2023).

ORIGINAL GROWLER KID’S RACES

ORIGINAL GROWLER KID’S RACES will take place on spectator, family friendly multi-lap courses at the Hartman Rocks base area on Saturday, May 27. While this event is free, we’ll still need you to stop by and sign a waiver before participating. Please visit the “KIDS RACE PAGE” for all the fun details!

SATURDAY MAY 29, 2021

THE CLASSIC GROWLER ($109) – around 32 miles on the dirt*
(limited to 350 riders)

SUNDAY MAY 30, 2021

THE PUP 20 ($99) – around 20 miles on the dirt*

SUNDAY MAY 30, 2021

THE BIG BAD 40 ($119) – around 40 miles on the dirt*
(Sunday’s starters limited to 350 riders)

We’re changing it up for 2021 and offering two new courses for Sunday’s race. While Saturday’s Classic Growler race remains the same, we’re replacing the grueling two lap, 64 mile Growler with two new options – The Pup 20 and Big Bad 40. The Pup is a 20 mile race course that’s our answer to those looking to experience the amazing trails at Hartman Rocks without suffering through the 32 mile course. A little shorter on distance but no shortage of sweet trail. For those looking for a bigger challenge, the Big Bad 40 course features the Aberdeen trails for the first time in Growler history. The Aberdeen trails make an 8 mile loop from the bottom of Skull Pass, crossing the icy Beaver Creek into Hartmans southern backcountry. We’ve wanted to feature this loop in the Growler for years, and we’re excited to finally have the chance.

Visit the route page for course maps/elevation profiles.

Growler FAQ’s