Experience the rugged charm of Southern Indiana at the Hardest Gravel Race! This challenging endurance event starts and concludes at Hard Truth Distilling Co. in Nashville, offering participants an unforgettable journey through picturesque backroads. The course spans more than 50 miles, featuring a mix of steep hills and uneven gravel paths that will test your mettle. The day begins early with a scenic route that winds its way through the rolling countryside, providing breathtaking views at every turn. As you pedal through this rural landscape, prepare for a grueling yet rewarding experience. The terrain is designed to challenge even the most seasoned cyclists, ensuring an exhilarating ride from start to finish. After crossing the finish line, head over to Hard Truth Distilling Co. where festivities continue into the afternoon and evening. Enjoy live music performances, indulge in local craft beverages, savor delicious food options, and participate in family-friendly games. The atmosphere is lively and welcoming, making it a perfect opportunity for runners of all levels to gather with friends or bring along their families. Online registration closes on September 18th at 11:59 PM, but same-day sign-ups are available from 7-7:30 AM on the race day. Packet pickup is conveniently located at Hard Truth Distilling Co. between 7 and 9 PM on Saturday, September 19th. Race registration includes a complimentary event t-shirt, entry to the post-race celebration with drink tickets for the afterparty, and participation in the prize raffle. Top three finishers in each category will receive exciting podium prizes, while one lucky participant from every group may win an additional random raffle prize.
Races Offered
Men's Open
Sep 20, 2026
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Mens Open
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Cycling
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75 days remaining
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$75.00
Women's Open
Sep 20, 2026
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Womens Open
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Cycling
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75 days remaining
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$75.00
Weather History
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for September in Nashville.
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15.7° / 26.9°
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15.0° / 26.3°
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Avg sunshine hours
10h 28m
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Avg rainfall
2.7 mm
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Avg snowfall
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Avg wind speed
8.4 km/h (Light breeze)
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Sweat loss rate
High
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Course conditions
Hard and dry surface
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Max UV Index
Moderate (5.0)
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Humidity
66.7%
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Sunrise
07:26
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Sunset
19:52
About Nashville
Learn more about the host city, Nashville.
Nashville is the capital of the American state of Tennessee. With 716,000 residents in 2022, it is the state's largest city. Nashville is sometimes called the "Country Music Capital of the World" or more often "Music City, USA"; however, Nashville has done much to escape its country music image and become a regional center of culture and commerce. In fact, Dell, Nissan, and Amazon have all moved some operations to or near the city. The music is various; major rap artists and rock bands claim Nashville as their hometown, and the city is also the epicenter of the contemporary Christian music industry. Nashville has been the home of the world-famous Grand Ole Opry since 1925. Nashville also has a great bar scene. If you like to drink, you can go "Honky-tonking," also known as bar-hopping. This is the act of visiting and drinking at multiple bars in one evening or day.
