Previously known as the Jingle Cross Fondo, the updated gravel event that compiments the biggest and best corss race in the U.S will be a group ride this year.
Showcasing the best gravel/b-roads that Johnson County, IA has to offer. A 70 kilometer route will be announced soon.
This is a free event, with a comped entry to the World Cup Cyclocross event. Riders will be offered cue sheets, a GPX file, and a water/snack stop.
Meet at the Terry Trueblood Recreation Area, southeast of the fairgrounds.
7am departure time.
Come see where the gravel riding craze got it's start from event like TransIowa. If you aren't too sure about cyclocross, are supporting a cyclocross racer, or want to get in some super fun miles with friends come on over! Plan to ride this anyways you would like, fast or slow. There will be a sweep rider following the end of the group, but no support vehicle! Prepare to take care of yourself over 70 kilometers of Iowa gravel.