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Badlands vs Jeroboam

89
Badlands
Granada, Andalusia, Spain · August
Tier 1 — Elite

800km self-supported through Spanish deserts and 3,400m alpine passes. Where ultra-endurance meets extreme heat.

VS
81
Jeroboam
Bergamo, Italy · September
Tier 1 — Elite

The world's toughest gravel ride where wine bottle sizes determine your suffering quota and 7,000 meters of climbing is

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Course Radar Comparison

LEN TECH ELEV CLIM ALT LOG ADV Badlands: LEN:5 / TECH:5 / ELEV:5 / CLIM:5 / ALT:5 / LOG:5 / ADV:5 Jeroboam: LEN:5 / TECH:5 / ELEV:5 / CLIM:4 / ALT:3 / LOG:4 / ADV:5 Badlands Jeroboam

Distance & Elevation

Distance
497 mi
186 mi
Elevation
52,493 ft
23,000 ft

14-Dimension Breakdown

Badlands Jeroboam
COURSE PROFILE
Length
Technicality
Elevation
Climate
Altitude
Logistics
Adventure
EDITORIAL ASSESSMENT
Prestige
Race Quality
Experience
Community
Field Depth
Value
Expenses

The Verdict

Badlands scores 8 points higher overall (89 vs 81), but the right choice depends on what you value most.

Choose Badlands if...

"The world's hardest gravel race—800km through Spanish deserts and alpine passes, completely self-supported."

  • You thrive at high altitude
  • You want more extreme weather conditions
  • You prefer a more remote, logistically challenging event
  • Prestige and bucket-list status matter to you
  • You want to race against a deep competitive field

Choose Jeroboam if...

"Italy's gravel masquerading as a wine tour until 7,000 meters of climbing and mandatory night riding separate the romantics from the masochists."

  • You want the best value for your entry fee

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is harder, Badlands or Jeroboam?

Badlands rates as the more demanding race based on our composite difficulty score (averaging length, technicality, elevation, climate, and altitude ratings). If you're looking for the bigger challenge, go with Badlands. If you want a more accessible race, Jeroboam is the better pick.

Is Badlands or Jeroboam rated higher?

Badlands scores 89/100 compared to 81/100 in our 15-dimension Gravel God Rating. The overall score reflects course profile, prestige, race quality, community, and value.

Which is better for beginners, Badlands or Jeroboam?

Badlands is generally more accessible for first-time gravel racers, factoring in distance, technicality, and logistical ease. Check each race's full profile for distance options and beginner-specific advice.

When are Badlands and Jeroboam held?

Badlands takes place in August and Jeroboam in September. If your calendar allows, you could race both in the same season.

Where are Badlands and Jeroboam located?

Badlands is held in Granada, Andalusia, Spain. Jeroboam is held in Bergamo, Italy. Consider travel logistics, especially if you're flying in — check our full race profiles for airport and lodging details.

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