The AlKEMist Gravel Fest

The AlKEMist Gravel Fest Race Information

<p><span style="color:#000000">The AlKEMist was brewed up in 2018 after riding some of the best gravel roads in Morton County.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:#000000">Racers will start at Graner Park/Sugarloaf Bottoms south of Mandan, ND, and will climb their way out of the Missouri River Valley onto the bluffs of Morton County. The 55-mile course will test you with minimum maintenance roads, fast descents and some of the longest climbs around, but your effort does not go unrewarded as the views are spectacular as well. After the dust has settled awards and food will be hot off the grill.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:#000000">Not up for up for 55 miles? Don&#39;t worry. We have you covered. The Elixir is a shorter 30-mile course. We are an e-bike friendly race (e-bikes will not be eligible for podiums). Register for the distance you would like and you will be asked during the registration process if you will be riding an e-bike. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration:underline">UPDATE: Leave the aero bars at home - let&#39;s see your bike handling skills! No aero bars, no exceptions. </span></strong></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Registration Includes:</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">• Chip Timing for both distances</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">• On-course Aid Station</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">• Finishers patch for everyone that crosses the finish line</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">• Complimentary meal ticket to use at the food vendor after the race</span><br /><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">• Complimentary post-race drink </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:#000000">Looking to camp? Camping is available at the Start/Finish area at Graner/Sugarloaf Bottoms! You can find more info <a style="color:#000000" href="http://www.mortonnd.org/granerpark" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</a>.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:#000000">Camping not your thing? Book your group rate with Marriott here: <a href="https://bit.ly/AlkemistLodging" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://bit.ly/AlkemistLodging</a></span></p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Hotels offering race group rate:</span></p> <ul><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Courtyard Bismarck North for 169.00 USD per night - Last Day to Book : Friday, September 12, 2025</span></p> </li><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Residence Inn Bismarck North for 149.00 USD per night - Last Day to Book : Friday, September 12, 2025</span></p> </li><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Fairfield Inn &amp; Suites Bismarck South for 109.00 USD per night - Last Day to Book : Friday, September 12, 2025</span></p> </li><li style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )"> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Fairfield Inn &amp; Suites Bismarck North for 109.00 USD per night - Last Day to Book : Friday, September 12, 2025</span></p> <p><span style="color:rgb( 0 , 0 , 0 )">Please use the link above or call the hotels directly to reserve your stay. If calling directly, your group code is &#34;<span style="text-decoration:underline"><strong>ALK</strong></span>&#34;</span></p> </li></ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="color:#000000">Packet Pickup will be held at 701 Cycle &amp; Sport on Friday, October 3rd from 3-6pm and at Graner/Sugarloaf Bottoms on race day starting at 8:30am. Event shirts can be purchased through the race website.<strong> <span style="text-decoration:underline">Deadline to purchase event shirts is September 21st.</span></strong></span></p> <p><span style="text-decoration:underline"><a href="https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44988444" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">The Elixir Route</a> </span></p> <p><a href="https://www.701cycleandsport.com/blogs/events/the-alkemist-gravel-fest-cue-sheets/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">The Elixir Cue Sheets</a></p> <p><a href="https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44988441" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">The AlKemist </a></p> <p><a href="https://www.701cycleandsport.com/blogs/events/the-alkemist-gravel-fest-cue-sheets/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">The AlKemist Cue Sheets</a></p> <p>**Refund Policy: NO REFUNDS. NO EXCEPTIONS**</p>