2026 Going The Distance

About the Event

On October 3, 2026, cycling enthusiasts will converge on Brattleboro for the Going The Distance event, featuring four distinct road rides and one gravel adventure. Participants can choose from a variety of distances including a challenging 75-mile ride (120.7K), a longer 60-mile route (96.6K), or opt for the more scenic 40-mile option (64.4K). For those who prefer off-road terrain, there's also an enticing Gravel Plus Ride at 62.3 kilometers and a classic Gravel Ride covering 43.1 kilometers.

Races Offered

40 Mile Road Ride

Oct 03, 2026

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Distance — 64.4K

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Type — Cycling

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60 Mile Road Ride

Oct 03, 2026

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Distance — 96.6K

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75 Mile Road Ride

Oct 03, 2026

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Distance — 120.7K

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Gravel Plus Ride

Oct 03, 2026

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Distance — 62.3K

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Gravel Ride

Oct 03, 2026

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Distance — 43.1K

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Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for October in Brattleboro.

thermostat Temperature

6.7° / 17.4°

wb_sunny Feels like

4.2° / 14.9°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

8h 24m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.0 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

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air Avg wind speed

9.1 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (4.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

76.0%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:04

nightlight Sunset

18:06

About Brattleboro

Learn more about the host city, Brattleboro.

Brattleboro is a town of 12,000 people in southern Vermont. From points south, it will most likely be the place for travelers to begin their exploration of Vermont.