Champagne gravel at altitude - where the pros come to play and the views will make you forget about the suffering
4,200 miles from the Pacific to the Atlantic. The longest road ultra-race on earth. Self-supported across 10 states. Ame
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Trans Am Bike Race scores 4 points higher overall (90 vs 86), but the right choice depends on what you value most.
"Champagne gravel at altitude with a three-day festival vibe that somehow doesn't ruin the racing."
"The longest self-supported bike race on earth—4,200+ miles from Pacific to Atlantic, crossing 10 states, no support crews, pure transcontinental adventure."
Trans Am Bike Race 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 Trans Am Bike Race. If you want a more accessible race, SBT GRVL is the better pick.
Trans Am Bike Race scores 90/100 compared to 86/100 in our 15-dimension Gravel God Rating. The overall score reflects course profile, prestige, race quality, community, and value.
Trans Am Bike Race 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.
Both races take place in June, which means you may need to choose between them. Check the official race websites for exact 2026 dates.
SBT GRVL is held in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Trans Am Bike Race is held in Astoria, Oregon to Yorktown, Virginia. Consider travel logistics, especially if you're flying in — check our full race profiles for airport and lodging details.
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