Blazing Saddles

About the Event

Blazing Saddles Fueled by Crankbox is set to ignite the summer skies with its unique night ride experience. Participants can start their pre-riding anytime leading up to 4 pm on August 15, 2026, allowing ample time for preparation and exploration.
Race number pickup will be available at the barn from early morning until 4 pm, ensuring you have all necessary gear ready. At 4:30 pm sharp, gather at the barn for a pre-race meeting that sets the stage for an exhilarating night ride ahead.
The race officially kicks off with a mandatory lap around 8 pm, where your bike must be equipped with lights to ensure visibility and safety in the dark. The event concludes by 11 pm, with racers required to complete their final laps before this deadline. Winners will be announced approximately at 11:30 pm, marking an electrifying end to a thrilling night ride.
Please note that registration for Blazing Saddles Fueled by Crankbox does not include the $10 land use fee or the $15 camping cost. Ensure you sign the A Bluff Creek Ranch Waiver if planning to explore the ranch's trails beyond the event boundaries. For detailed camping information, visit https://bcrwarda.com/camping-%26-lodging.
The course map can be found at https://www.strava.com/activities/7356738407, providing a clear route for your night ride adventure. To learn more about Crankbox and its mission to empower cyclists, visit their official site: https://thecrankbox.com/.
Blazing Saddles Fueled by Crankbox promises an unforgettable experience under the stars, offering a challenging yet rewarding journey through picturesque trails.

Races Offered

2 person team relay - 2 person co-ed team relay

Aug 15, 2026

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42 days remaining

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$50.00

2 person team relay - 2 person female team relay

Aug 15, 2026

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Distance — 2 person team relay - 2 person female team relay

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Type — Cycling

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42 days remaining

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$50.00

2 person team relay - 2 person male team relay

Aug 15, 2026

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Distance — 2 person team relay - 2 person male team relay

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Type — Cycling

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$50.00

4 person team relay - 4 person co-ed relay

Aug 15, 2026

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Distance — 4 person team relay - 4 person co-ed relay

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Type — Cycling

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42 days remaining

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$50.00

4 person team relay - 4 person female relay

Aug 15, 2026

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Distance — 4 person team relay - 4 person female relay

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Type — Cycling

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42 days remaining

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$50.00

4 person team relay - 4 person male relay

Aug 15, 2026

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Distance — 4 person team relay - 4 person male relay

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Type — Cycling

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42 days remaining

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$50.00

6 hour solo - 6 hour solo female

Aug 15, 2026

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Distance — 6 hour solo - 6 hour solo female

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Type — Cycling

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42 days remaining

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$50.00

6 hour solo - 6 hour solo male

Aug 15, 2026

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Distance — 6 hour solo - 6 hour solo male

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Type — Cycling

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42 days remaining

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$50.00

6 hour solo - E- bike 6 hr solo male

Aug 15, 2026

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Distance — 6 hour solo - E- bike 6 hr solo male

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Type — Cycling

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42 days remaining

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$50.00

6 hour solo - E-bike 6 hr solo female

Aug 15, 2026

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Distance — 6 hour solo - E-bike 6 hr solo female

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Type — Cycling

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42 days remaining

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$50.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for August in Giddings.

thermostat Temperature

25.6° / 36.8°

wb_sunny Feels like

28.5° / 38.0°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

12h 16m

water_drop Avg rainfall

0.8 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

11.1 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

High

terrain Course conditions

Hard and dry surface

sunny Max UV Index

High (7.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

58.5%

wb_twilight Sunrise

06:55

nightlight Sunset

20:07

About Giddings

Learn more about the host city, Giddings.

Giddings is a city in and the county seat of Lee County, Texas, United States situated on the intersection of U.S. Highway 77 and U.S. Route 290. As of the 2020 census, Giddings had a population of 4,969.