Every rider who lines up at BorderLands Gravel owes their experience to one thing: the volunteers. Before the first tire hits the gravel and long after the last rider rolls through the finish, our crew of dedicated volunteers is hard at work—marking the course, setting up aid stations, keeping the day running smoothly, and cheering on racers from start to finish.

As we gear up for the 2025 edition of BorderLands Gravel (Nov. 15), we’re putting the call out early: we need your help. Whether you’re a longtime event volunteer or just gravel-curious and looking to get involved, there’s a spot for you on the team.

Welcome to Douglas, Arizona—heart of Cochise County and the rugged international borderlands.

You’re about to ride the Geronimo Trail (GTR)—a Cochise County primitive road—where the gravel lives up to the name:

Grava de Clase Mundial. This is world-class terrain. Raw. Remote. And unforgettable.

You won’t find cheering crowds or confetti cannons out here. What you will find is dust on your legs, wind in your face, and a silence so complete it hums.

This is Douglas, Arizona—where the pavement ends and something unexpected begins.