How Gravel Hub Works

Use the Browse Events page to find cycling events. You can filter by:

• Category — Gravel, Road, MTB, Cyclocross, Bikepacking, or Multi-discipline
• Date Range — This month, next 6 months, next 12 months, or custom dates
• Registration Status — All events, registration open, or opening soon
• Keyword — Search by event name

Find events near you or anywhere else:

• Current Location — Click the location button to use your browser's GPS
• City or Zip Code — Type a location and we'll find events nearby
• Adjustable Radius — Use the slider to expand or narrow your search area (up to 500 miles)
• Any Distance — Toggle to see events nationwide regardless of location

Toggle between list view and map view to see events. The map shows event pins that you can click for quick details. List view shows more information at a glance including ratings, distance, and registration status.

Click any event to see the full details page with:

• Event description, date, and location with directions link
• Registration information and direct link to register
• Average rating and all reviews from past participants
• Photo gallery uploaded by the community
• Related events (multi-day or linked events)

Plan for race day conditions with weather data:

• 14-Day Forecast — See predicted temperature, precipitation, and wind for upcoming events
• Historical Weather — View what weather was like on the same date in previous years to help plan gear
• Severe Weather Alerts — Get notified when bad weather is forecast for your saved events (configurable in profile settings)

After attending an event, report course conditions to help future participants know what to expect:

• Condition Type — Dry, Dusty, Muddy, Wet, Snowy, Icy, or Mixed
• Tire Recommendations — Suggest tire sizes from road (25-32mm) to chunky gravel (45mm+)
• Notes — Add details about specific sections or hazards

Sign up to unlock additional features. You can create an account using:

• Google account
• Strava account
• Apple ID
• Email and password

Click the heart icon on any event to save it to your list. View all your saved events on the My Events page. Saved events are organized into upcoming and past sections.

After an event date has passed, you can rate and review it. Your review helps other cyclists decide which events are worth doing. Reviews include:

• 1-5 star rating
• Written comment about your experience
• Which edition/year you attended (for recurring events)

Share your event photos with the community. Photos are reviewed before appearing publicly. Once you have 5 or more approved photos, your future uploads will be auto-approved.

Know about an event that's not listed? Submit it! Your submission will be reviewed by our team before appearing on the site. We check for duplicates automatically and will notify you of the review outcome.

Stay informed with in-app notifications for:

• Updates to events you've saved
• Responses to your event submissions
• Photo upload approvals
• Severe weather alerts for upcoming saved events
• Registration opening reminders (premium)

Configure email notification preferences in your Profile settings, including opting in or out of weather alerts.

Compare up to 3 events side-by-side to make informed decisions:

• Compare dates, locations, ratings, and distances
• Detect scheduling conflicts (events on the same weekend)
• See travel distances from your location
• Quickly access event details or save events from the comparison view

View your saved events in a monthly or yearly calendar layout. Quickly see your race schedule at a glance and identify gaps or conflicts in your calendar.

Add private notes to any saved event including:

• Your preferred race distance
• Target start time and estimated pace
• Free-form notes for travel plans, gear lists, etc.

Plan your nutrition strategy with the aid station planner:

• Add aid stations with distances from start
• Record nutrition notes for each station
• See estimated arrival times based on your pace
• Export your race plan to PDF

Set your target pace or speed and see your estimated finish time. The calculator integrates with your aid station plan to show when you'll reach each stop.

For events with linked Ride With GPS routes, view an embedded route preview directly on the event page. See the course profile and terrain before race day.

Export your event data:

• Calendar (ICS) — Import saved events to Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, Outlook, etc.
• Race Plan (PDF) — Print a race day reference sheet with event details, your notes, and aid station plan

For events with registration dates, opt-in to receive email reminders before registration opens:

• 24 hours before registration opens
• 15 minutes before registration opens

Never miss registration for popular events that sell out quickly.