Grit&Gratitude2025

Two Harbors, Minnesota
Grit&Gratitude2025 official race logo - running event in Two Harbors, Minnesota
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Two Harbors, Minnesota
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4 Events: 100 Miles, 50 Miles, 23 Miles, 23 Miles

About Grit&Gratitude2025

A bike extravaganza to raise money for pediatric cancer!

 

Come and join us Sunday August 17th at SpokeNGear in Two Harbors 

The tutus will converge on Two Harbors again to raise money for Hepatoblastoma Research and to help support children fighting cancer! There will be a paved 23 mile route along the road shoulder for tutu clad riders to make their way to Knife River and back along the scenic highway, and there will be a cue card self nagivated 50 mile gravel route where you are likely to get a little mud on your tulle!

Both ride distances are not timed.  Please choose a route you can comfortably complete by 2:00pm to come score big at the silent auction!

 

Please join us to Ride, Volunteer, Bid in the same day Auction or Donate and Sponsor a Rider!

 

Pre-Registration is closed, but SAME DAY REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE!

 

 For Same Day Registration:  If you are planning to ride the 50 mile gravel, Plan for checking in between 8 and 8:30, and for the 23 mile, check in between 9 and 9:30 should give you enough time.  Please park at the Credit Union) then bike to the SpokenGear and Cedar coffee, then look for the tent and all the action in the woods behind the shop.  

All riders, please wear a helmet, bring a water bottle, and a  bike in good functioning condition. For Gravel riders, you will need to be able to Self Navigate, read cue cards, and use an odometer.  Paved riders- do not worry the route will be well marked and you can follow the signs and the tutus! 

 

 

 

 

Ride distances: 

23 mile Paved Ride (registration at 9-9:45, Ride rolls at 10) 

  Ride Registration: $35 (until August 10)

 SAME DAY REGISTRATION for 23 mile paved: $45

50 mile Gravel Adventure Ride (registration at 8-8:45, ride rolls at 9)

  Ride Registration: $50 (until August 10)

SAME DAY REGISTRATION for 50 Mile Gravel: $65

 

The T shirt /Sweatshirt Pre-order date to place the order with our screen printer has passed. There will be a limited number of T Shirts and Sweatshirts  available for sale the day fo the ride

 

Same day T shirt, while supplies last: $30

Same Day Sweatshirt, while supplies last $40

 

T Shirt  and Sweatshirt pick up is in person, at the big Ride!

Virtual options are available for those who cannot join us in person but would like to join us in spirit to help fundraise for our cause!

Register early and create fundraising teams to increase our impact! All riders are encourage to raise what they can in peer to peer fundraising- a little help from our friends goes a long way!

Silent auction runs from 9-2:30! Awesome goods and experiences from our wonderfully generous sponsors!

 

 

Please consider joining us for a fabulous day of riding, community,  and fun, all to raise money to help fight pediatric cancer and support families in treatment.

 

With each prior ride, YOUR pedal power, fundraising efforts, and auction bidding enthusiasm, has raised an average of  $20,000 -$22,00  for our charities from each ride!!

Our fundraising goes  50% to research (Cincinnati Childrens Hepatoblastoma  Research)  and 50% to support children in cancer treatment and their families (30% Ronald McDonald Charities, 10% Dragonfly Foundation, and 10% Northern Lights Foundation).  

 Over 50 volunteers are involved in bringing this event together--huge thank you to all of you!!!

 

Thank you to Kirsten and Dan Cruikshank and all the folks at Spokengear for making this ride possible!  Thank you to Lovin' Lake County for your generous grant support!

 

Come ride, donate, bid, or volunteer!  Sponsors and donors are also welcome to make offline donations or ACH transfers.Please feel free to contact me for more information about larger donations/sponsorship and our EIN and 501c3 information. 

 

 

100% of proceeds from the ride and auction go to our charities

(split as follows:) 

50% Hepatoblastoma Research (Cincinnati Children's)

30% Ronald McDonald Charities

10% Dragonfly Foundation

10% Northern Lights Foundation

 

 

Grit&Gratitude2025A bike extravaganza to raise money for pediatric cancer!   Come and join us Sunday August 17th at SpokeNGear in Two Harbors  The tutus will converge on Two Harbors again to raise money for Hepatoblastoma Research and to help support children fighting cancer! There will be a paved 23 mile route along the road shoulder for tutu clad riders to make their way to Knife River and back along the scenic highway, and there will be a cue card self nagivated 50 mile gravel route where you are likely to get a little mud on your tulle! Both ride distances are not timed.  Please choose a route you can comfortably complete by 2:00pm to come score big at the silent auction!   Please join us to Ride, Volunteer, Bid in the same day Auction or Donate and Sponsor a Rider!   Pre-Registration is closed, but SAME DAY REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE!    For Same Day Registration:  If you are planning to ride the 50 mile gravel, Plan for checking in between 8 and 8:30, and for the 23 mile, check in between 9 and 9:30 should give you enough time.  Please park at the Credit Union) then bike to the SpokenGear and Cedar coffee, then look for the tent and all the action in the woods behind the shop.   All riders, please wear a helmet, bring a water bottle, and a  bike in good functioning condition. For Gravel riders, you will need to be able to Self Navigate, read cue cards, and use an odometer.  Paved riders- do not worry the route will be well marked and you can follow the signs and the tutus!          Ride distances:  23 mile Paved Ride (registration at 9-9:45, Ride rolls at 10)    Ride Registration: $35 (until August 10)  SAME DAY REGISTRATION for 23 mile paved: $45 50 mile Gravel Adventure Ride (registration at 8-8:45, ride rolls at 9)   Ride Registration: $50 (until August 10) SAME DAY REGISTRATION for 50 Mile Gravel: $65   The T shirt /Sweatshirt Pre-order date to place the order with our screen printer has passed. There will be a limited number of T Shirts and Sweatshirts  available for sale the day fo the ride   Same day T shirt, while supplies last: $30 Same Day Sweatshirt, while supplies last $40   T Shirt  and Sweatshirt pick up is in person, at the big Ride! Virtual options are available for those who cannot join us in person but would like to join us in spirit to help fundraise for our cause! Register early and create fundraising teams to increase our impact! All riders are encourage to raise what they can in peer to peer fundraising- a little help from our friends goes a long way! Silent auction runs from 9-2:30! Awesome goods and experiences from our wonderfully generous sponsors!     Please consider joining us for a fabulous day of riding, community,  and fun, all to raise money to help fight pediatric cancer and support families in treatment.   With each prior ride, YOUR pedal power, fundraising efforts, and auction bidding enthusiasm, has raised an average of  $20,000 -$22,00  for our charities from each ride!! Our fundraising goes  50% to research (Cincinnati Childrens Hepatoblastoma  Research)  and 50% to support children in cancer treatment and their families (30% Ronald McDonald Charities, 10% Dragonfly Foundation, and 10% Northern Lights Foundation).    Over 50 volunteers are involved in bringing this event together--huge thank you to all of you!!!   Thank you to Kirsten and Dan Cruikshank and all the folks at Spokengear for making this ride possible!  Thank you to Lovin' Lake County for your generous grant support!   Come ride, donate, bid, or volunteer!  Sponsors and donors are also welcome to make offline donations or ACH transfers.Please feel free to contact me for more information about larger donations/sponsorship and our EIN and 501c3 information.      100% of proceeds from the ride and auction go to our charities (split as follows:)  50% Hepatoblastoma Research (Cincinnati Children's) 30% Ronald McDonald Charities 10% Dragonfly Foundation 10% Northern Lights Foundation    
Two Harbors, MN

Race Events & Distances

Choose from 5 race distances available for Grit&Gratitude2025 in Two Harbors, MN. Registration includes timing, finisher medals, and post-race refreshments.

Grit&Gratitude 50 Mile GRAVEL ride

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Frequently Asked Questions about Grit&Gratitude 50 Mile GRAVEL ride

How long is the Grit&Gratitude 50 Mile GRAVEL ride?
The Grit&Gratitude 50 Mile GRAVEL ride covers Distance varies.
What time does the Grit&Gratitude 50 Mile GRAVEL ride start?
The Grit&Gratitude 50 Mile GRAVEL ride starts at 8:00:00 AM.
Where is the Grit&Gratitude 50 Mile GRAVEL ride located?
The Grit&Gratitude 50 Mile GRAVEL ride takes place in Two Harbors, MN.

Virtual Ride 100 mile

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Frequently Asked Questions about Virtual Ride 100 mile

How long is the Virtual Ride 100 mile?
The Virtual Ride 100 mile covers 100 Miles.
What time does the Virtual Ride 100 mile start?
The Virtual Ride 100 mile starts at 8:00:00 AM.
Where is the Virtual Ride 100 mile located?
The Virtual Ride 100 mile takes place in Two Harbors, MN.

Virtual Ride 50 mile

50 Miles
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Frequently Asked Questions about Virtual Ride 50 mile

How long is the Virtual Ride 50 mile?
The Virtual Ride 50 mile covers 50 Miles.
What time does the Virtual Ride 50 mile start?
The Virtual Ride 50 mile starts at 8:00:00 AM.
Where is the Virtual Ride 50 mile located?
The Virtual Ride 50 mile takes place in Two Harbors, MN.

Virtual Ride 23 Mile

23 Miles
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23 Miles
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Frequently Asked Questions about Virtual Ride 23 Mile

How long is the Virtual Ride 23 Mile?
The Virtual Ride 23 Mile covers 23 Miles.
What time does the Virtual Ride 23 Mile start?
The Virtual Ride 23 Mile starts at 8:00:00 AM.
Where is the Virtual Ride 23 Mile located?
The Virtual Ride 23 Mile takes place in Two Harbors, MN.

Grit&Gratitude 23 Mile ROAD Ride

23 Miles
Distance
23 Miles
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Frequently Asked Questions about Grit&Gratitude 23 Mile ROAD Ride

How long is the Grit&Gratitude 23 Mile ROAD Ride?
The Grit&Gratitude 23 Mile ROAD Ride covers 23 Miles.
What time does the Grit&Gratitude 23 Mile ROAD Ride start?
The Grit&Gratitude 23 Mile ROAD Ride starts at 9:00:00 AM.
Where is the Grit&Gratitude 23 Mile ROAD Ride located?
The Grit&Gratitude 23 Mile ROAD Ride takes place in Two Harbors, MN.

Registration Information

Registration is typically available online until race day (subject to capacity). Early registration is recommended for guaranteed entry and potential early bird pricing. Check with race organizers for specific event details and included amenities.