Reputation: Regional VT event.
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Course Overview
Vermont rolling to mountainous gravel in Morrisville.
75 mi
Distance
5,000 ft
Elevation
Morrisville, Vermont
Location
TBD, 2026
Date
~200
Field Size
$60-100
Entry Cost
Facts & History
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The Course
Rolling to mountainous Vermont gravel.
Signature challenge: Vermont mountain climbing in northern Vermont.
20
MILE
Early Climbs
First mountain climbs.
40
MILE
Midpoint
Halfway through the course.
60
MILE
Late Climbs
Final climbs before finish.
RIDERS REPORT
Class four sector MI 9
Described as absolute mayhem with major bottlenecking that separates riders
Second section of class MI 13
Difficult technical section where mechanical issues are common
Significant climbing throughout - if up is your thing, this is the place you can come to get it
About 20,300 feet of elevation at 18 miles in, with nice flat sections between climbs
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From the Field
Burlington International Airport is 13 minutes away, Logan is three hours that's Boston Logan Airport, and Montreal is approximately two hours away if you can find a flight into BTV Burlington Vermont - do that so easy streamlined fun love that Airport.
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Training
Race-specific preparation details are included in the demand profile below.
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RACE DEMAND PROFILE
Durability
4
Climbing
6
VO2 Power
4
Threshold
8
Technical
6
Heat
0
Altitude
2
Race Specificity
6
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Race Logistics
Airport
Burlington (BTV) 45 minutes
Lodging
Morrisville has limited lodging. Stowe or Burlington have more options.
Food
Small town with limited dining. Stock nutrition.
Packet Pickup
Day before typically
Parking
At start/finish
RIDERS REPORT
Start at the very front and take advantage of the neutral start to get good position before the bottlenecks
Always have a wheel to chase and work your way up throughout the day rather than starting fast
Be prepared for mechanical issues - seat post and saddle problems are common on the technical sections
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Tire Picks
42mmMIXED
1
Specialized Pathfinder Pro
Fast center, grippy edges. The modern all-rounder benchmark.
2
IRC Boken Double Cross
Underrated mixed-terrain tire. Fast center with confident shoulder grip.
3
Panaracer GravelKing SK
Affordable all-rounder. Light knobs add grip without killing speed.
FRONT/REAR SPLIT Panaracer GravelKing TLC 43mm / Specialized Pathfinder Pro 42mmFaster front for reduced rolling resistance on straights, grippier rear for traction on loose climbs and corners
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the climate like at Rooted Vermont?
FrankTuna prepared for "upper 90s heat expected" by planning "4 water bottles and a gallon of sunscreen." Katie Kantzes enjoyed "clear sunshine" but other years have brought challenging conditions. Vermont summer heat combined with 9,000 feet of climbing creates serious hydration demands for August racing. More weather exposure than Belgian Waffle Ride San Diego.[2]
How are the logistics for Rooted Vermont?
Adam Roberge praised the "post-race meal of pulled pork sliders, salmon and pork poke bowls, and maple creemies" along with excellent volunteer support. However, the race was "placed on pause for 2023" with no current registration or contact information available, making it essentially inaccessible despite past organizational quality.[1]
How adventurous is Rooted Vermont?
The course traverses "beautiful Vermont country side with some difficult sections" including Class IV roads that take riders deep into backcountry terrain. "Every time I come to Vermont I love the scenery even more" while navigating technical single track through classic New England gravel roads.[4]
How prestigious is Rooted Vermont?
Founded in 2019 by some unnamed former World Tour pro, this race vanished after 2022 with zero trace in current Vermont gravel calendars. 309 entries with 204 on the waitlist suggests decent local interest, but complete absence from the gravel conversation means it died quietly. No notable winners, no media coverage, no community buzz - just another dead Vermont gravel experiment.[4]
Should I race Rooted Vermont?
If you're in Vermont and want a local mountain gravel event—yes, it's a solid regional race. If you're from out of state—there are better options.
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Sources & Citations
Research sources used to build this race profile. Always verify details with official race sources before making travel or registration decisions.
- Route Maps RideWithGPS: VT - Rooted Vermont 2022 Big Sipridewithgps.com/routes/40599549
- Other Sources Mountain-Roadmountain-road.com/blog/gravelride-rooted-vermont
- Other Sources Seniorripperseniorripper.com/rooted-vermont/
- Media & Press CX Magazinewww.cxmagazine.com/gravel-results-2019-rooted-vermont-mul...
- Other Sources Cyclingnewswww.cyclingnews.com/features/rooted-vermont-returns-mulle...
- Other Sources Ohiogravelgrinderswww.ohiogravelgrinders.com/blog/2021/8/15/recap-rooted-ve...
- Other Sources Singletrackswww.singletracks.com/community/rooted-vermont-gravel-race...
- Community TrainerRoadwww.trainerroad.com/forum/t/rooted-vermont-anyone/61531
- Community state14.com: Riding Dirty The Rise Of Gravel Riding In Vermontwww.state14.com/home/2019/10/7/riding-dirty-the-rise-of-g...