Exclusive Access, Premier Screening, and One Wild Ride

 
 

We’re charging toward the First Annual BorderLands Gravel on November 15, 2025, and the excitement is ramping up! Here’s the latest scoop—plus a big update: your $25 coupon deadline just got a boost!

2024 Riders: $25 Coupon EXTENDED to April 6, 2025

Great news! If you raced with us in 2024, your exclusive $25 discount has been extended to April 6, 2025! Check your recent emails from us to find your code. That drops your registration to just $125, but time’s still ticking—don’t miss out! Didn’t race last year, or can’t find your code? Reach out to us if you think you qualify.

Limited Spots – Act Fast!

  • Total field cap: 400 participants

  • Long Course cap: 150 riders (due to permit restrictions)

This event will sell out—lock in your place before it’s too late!

 
 
 
 

One-of-a-Kind National Permits Secured

BorderLands Gravel is breaking new ground as the only gravel event in the USA with permits from three iconic national areas:

  • Historic Landmark: John Slaughter Ranch

  • National Wildlife Refuge: San Bernardino

  • National Forest: Coronado

This unique access makes BLG a true Grava de Clase Mundial experience—get ready for a ride like no other!

 
 
 
 

Course Teaser: Private Ranch Access

The Long Course is taking shape with a special twist—it will transition onto a private ranch next to the Geronimo Trail (GTR), thanks to our community outreach and engagement. (Note: The Medium Course will not include this section.) This unique component sets BLG apart as a must-do event—stay tuned for more course updates!

 
 
 
 

Saturday Night Celebration – Save the Date

Join us on November 15, 2025, for an epic Saturday night bash!

  • Tirrito Farm brings their microbrew beer and private-label wine.

  • Earn Your Spurs, a young ranchers’ group, will help host.

  • Plus, local food trucks will be on-site all day Saturday and Friday night—bring your appetite!

 
 
 
 

Friday Night World Premiere

Mark your calendars for Friday, November 14, 2025, at 6:30 PM: the world premiere of the 2024 Grava de Clase Mundial documentary (Apacheria Gravel 2024)! Screened outdoors on a massive 20’x20’ screen near Act Car World, Director Pablo Echevarria will host a post-screening Q&A. This is a must-see for gravel fans—don’t miss it!

Gear Up with Exclusive BLG Apparel

  • Giordana Custom Jerseys: Snag your custom-designed Vero FORMA ($82) or Vero PRO ($62) jerseys HERE. Premium Italian-made gear at unbeatable prices!

  • Coming Soon: Branded clothing from Racing Apparel (zipperless gravel jersey, socks) and MUMU Cycling Apparel (jersey, neck gaiter, arm sleeves, long-finger gloves, and knee warmers). Stay tuned for launch details!

 
 
 
 

Register TODAY – Time’s Running Out

The $150 registration price jumps to $175 after March 31, but your $25 coupon—now extended—lasts until April 6. Don’t wait—lock in your spot for this world-class gravel adventure now! Click Here to Register – Join the Grava de Clase Mundial!

 
 
 
Sean Benesh

Sean Benesh is a social media strategist based in Portland, Oregon. He works with rural communities, trail organizations, and race organizers to grow visibility and momentum through photography, writing, and social media. Sean is the founder and editor-in-chief of Trail Builder Magazine and a digital media & communications instructor at Warner Pacific University.

http://www.seanbenesh.com
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