ABOUT

 
 

WHAT IS THE BARRY-ROUBAIX?

  • One of the worlds most popular gravel races and an event welcoming of all cyclists.

  • A great way to kick off the race season with over 4,000 of your fellow cyclists

  • A challenging bicycle race traversing the rolling and scenic gravel roads throughout Barry County, Michigan

  • A race with over $40,000 in awards cash and prizes

  • We have numerous competitive categories to choose from.

  • The courses will be marked with the exception of the 100 mile (GPS files, cue sheets and maps are provided).  Directional arrows will be coordinated with your race length.
    RED = 62 mile, YELLOW = 36 mile and BLUE = 18 mile race

  • Race starts in waves to give riders ample room to enjoy the ride and scenery.

  • Neutral aid stations

  • Friday festivities including pre-rides, sponsor expo, bonfires and beverages!

  • A huge after-party and awards ceremony

  • Blackrocks Brewery beer and food vendors inside the awards party

  • An exceptionally organized and well-executed event

  • Registration opens November 11th, 2023 at 9 AM EST

WHERE IS THE BARRY-ROUBAIX?

  • CITY: Hastings, Michigan 49058

  • Start/Finish: Church and Center street, Hastings, MI 49058

WHEN IS THE BARRY-ROUBAIX?

The race usually takes place the 3rd Saturday in April. If that weekend conflicts with the Easter Holiday, we move the race date forward, avoiding the typical early April, Spring Break weekends.

  • April 20, 2024

  • March 29, 2025

  • April 18, 2026

  • April 17, 2027

WHO IS THE BARRY-ROUBAIX FOR?

  • Cyclists and racers of all levels that want to start their season with a real challenge, and experience the scenery of the Barry County back roads. (no license required)