Regional gravel event in Coast Range wine country.
Reputation: Growing regional Oregon mountain event.
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Course Overview
Western Oregon Coast Range mountain gravel in wine country.
67 mi
Distance
4,976 ft
Elevation
Carlton, Oregon
Location
April 10 (organizer confirmed), 2027
Date
~100
Field Size
$80-100
Entry Cost
Facts & History
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The Course
Photo: YouTube / Ride Revival
Photo: YouTube / Ride RevivalThe 67-mile long course gains 4,976 feet on paved and unpaved roads through Carlton's vineyards, forests, and farmland. The timed finish is several miles before the return to town.
Signature challenge: 4,976 feet of climbing across a 67-mile long course through rolling wine-country and forest roads.
18
MILE
First Aid Station
The first supported checkpoint serves both courses.
30
MILE
Second Aid Station
The second supported checkpoint precedes the long-course-only loop.
46
MILE
Long-Course Aid Station
The third aid station serves the long course only.
RIDERS REPORT
Sasquatch Monster Split MI 31
Race promoter describes this as where it gets really interesting for the day, marking a significant point in the race.
First climb
Used strategically to break up the group early, got it down to three riders.
16-mile climb
Key tactical point where gaps can be established - winner put in a dig here and got a gap that grew to a minute.
Course described as wet Oregon fire roads with sheltered sections and lots of trees where you can't see other riders.
Final downhill section allows for fast passing - described as making other riders look like they're standing still.
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From the Field
The race course is wet, it's where Stefano is in Oregon now so we're going to soak in with Oregon lovely rain. About mile 31 is where it gets really interesting for the day, so it's going to be a ruckus day at Sasquatch Duro.
STEFANO BARBERI · 310 views
84 miles, 9400 feet of climbing later. The course here is pretty sheltered with a lot of trees, so you never really know if you're 30 seconds ahead or 10 minutes - you never really know.
STEFANO BARBERI · 310 views
It's going to be a ruckus day at Sasquatch Duro that's for sure with 260 people signed up.
STEFANO BARBERI · 310 views
We're at the big Sasquatch monster Sasquatch split about mile 31 and here's where it gets really interesting for the day.
STEFANO BARBERI · 310 views
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Training
April 10, 2027 SASQUATCH DURO
RIDERS REPORT
Kenda Alluvium Pro tires 700x35 - described as super fast on Oregon fire roads with decent side knobs for cornering traction.
42 tooth chainring with 33-10 cassette for gearing on the climbs.
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Train for Sasquatch Duro
RACE DEMAND PROFILE
Durability
2
Climbing
7
VO2 Power
4
Threshold
6
Technical
6
Heat
0
Altitude
4
Race Specificity
6
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Race Logistics
Airport
Portland (PDX) 1 hour
Lodging
Carlton has wine country lodging. Small town with good options. Portland (1 hour) has more.
Food
Wine country town with good dining options.
Packet Pickup
Day before typically
Parking
At start/finish
RIDERS REPORT
Because of the sheltered, tree-covered terrain, you never know if you're 30 seconds ahead or 10 minutes, so gap management is crucial.
Use the early climbs tactically to break up the group before the bigger efforts later in the race.
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Tire Picks
42mmMIXED
1
IRC Boken Double Cross
Underrated mixed-terrain tire. Fast center with confident shoulder grip.
2
Specialized Pathfinder Pro
Fast center, grippy edges. The modern all-rounder benchmark.
3
Vittoria Terreno Mix
Graphene versatility. Mixed-terrain grip with reasonable rolling speed.
FRONT/REAR SPLIT Rene Herse Snoqualmie Pass 44mm / IRC Boken Double Cross 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 Sasquatch Duro?
Mid-April in Oregon's Willamette Valley creates typical Pacific Northwest spring weather uncertainty. No specific weather data available, but the event was cancelled in 2024 due to fire danger at the previous Oakridge location, indicating weather can impact operations. More weather exposure than Belgian Waffle Ride San Diego.[2]
How are the logistics for Sasquatch Duro?
Packet pickup runs Friday 3-6pm at Carlton City Hall plus Saturday morning at race start. Parking at Lower Carlton Park or city streets except Main Street creates some constraints. The 45-minute drive from PDX keeps travel simple for most Oregon riders.[1]
How adventurous is Sasquatch Duro?
The route travels through 'rolling vineyards, lush forests, serene farmland' with a 2.8-mile neutral rollout west from Carlton before timing begins. Wine country setting provides scenic variety, though the figure-8 format means seeing terrain twice on the long course.[1]
How prestigious is Sasquatch Duro?
Elite winners like Aris Sophocles (ThirstyBear Cycling, 3:04:14) and Mike Guyvan show some competitive depth. Part of Oregon Triple Crown Series, but the 2025 venue change from Oakridge to Carlton represents a significant shift from the event's logging road heritage.[1]
Should I race Sasquatch Duro?
If you're in Oregon or the Pacific Northwest and want a mountain gravel challenge—yes, it's a well-organized event with genuine climbing. If you're traveling from far away—there are more prestigious mountain events elsewhere.
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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: Carlton Gravel Short Loop Sasquatch Duroridewithgps.com/routes/50487074
- Other Sources Bikeportlandbikeportland.org/2019/05/20/oakridge-and-westfir-host-sas...
- Other Sources Granfondoguidewww.granfondoguide.com/Contents/PopUp/8473/gray-and-sopho...
- Other Sources Mudslingereventswww.mudslingerevents.com/sasquatch-duro
- Community webscorer.com: Racedetailswww.webscorer.com/racedetails?did=340652&embed=1&raceid=2...