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Burning Quad

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Erie, Pennsylvania, United States

calendar_today 11 Jul, 2026

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About the Event

Conquer the heartland's most demanding terrain in a premier gravel series built for pure adventure. The Big River Gravel Series returns for the 2026 season, showcasing a quartet of iconic events including the Hell of the Wind and the season-ending Turkey Burner. These races define Midwest gravel grinding, challenging you with a relentless mix of rugged farm tracks, steep climbs, and panoramic prairie views that test both endurance and skill. More than just individual races, the series fosters a deep community spirit, celebrating the raw, unfiltered essence of gravel riding with professional organization and epic post-ride camaraderie. Whether you're targeting the series crown or a single legendary day on the dirt, secure your spot in the region's most respected gravel challenge.

Races Offered

40 miles

Jul 11, 2026

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Distance — 64.4K

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Type — Cycling

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10:00

85 miles

Jul 11, 2026

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Distance — 136.8K

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Type — Cycling

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10:00

27 miles

Jul 11, 2026

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Distance — 43.5K

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10:05

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for July in Erie.

thermostat Temperature
19.6° / 26.4°
wb_sunny Feels like
20.0° / 27.6°
light_mode Avg sunshine hours
12h 29m
water_drop Avg rainfall
2.9 mm
ac_unit Avg snowfall
—
air Avg wind speed
11.2 km/h (Light breeze)
opacity Sweat loss rate
High
terrain Course conditions
Hard and dry surface
sunny Max UV Index
Very High (8.0)
humidity_mid Humidity
77.8%
wb_twilight Sunrise
05:58
nightlight Sunset
20:51

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Erie is a city of about 100,000 in Northwestern Pennsylvania. It is Pennsylvania's only lake port on the Great Lakes.

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