The Wild Horse

Saturday, April 15, 2023 Past event

12:00 PM MDT

Grantsville, Utah

$497.99 · 7 races

Ultra

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating adventure at The Wild Horse, taking place on Saturday, April 15, 2023, in the scenic Grantsville, Tooele area of Utah! This beloved event, one of the longest-running gravel rides in the state, invites cycling enthusiasts to tackle one of two challenging and picturesque loops around the stunning Cedar Mountains Wilderness Study Area. Riders can choose between the grueling 76-mile Big Horse route, which leads to Rydalch Pass and offers breathtaking views of the Basin and Range province, or the more manageable 35-mile Little Horse course, perfect for those looking to enjoy the stunning scenery while still getting a great workout. Both rides promise a unique experience, showcasing the beauty of the ancient Lake Bonneville bed. Plus, ebikers are warmly welcomed on the Little Horse, complete with their own podium for recognition. Don’t miss your chance to shake out those early-season legs and embrace the spirit of adventure at The Wild Horse!

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May 4, 2024

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Races

Women's Big Horse

A big ol' lap of the Cedar Mountains. All the sand, clay, and pointy rocks you could ever desire.

11:00 AM MDT

$497.99

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Men's Big Horse

Includes Socks!

Once around the Cedar Mountains, but we're packing a lot of sandy washes and stones into that one lap.

11:00 AM MDT

$497.99

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Women's Little Horse

Includes Socks!

Half the distance, same ouchies.

12:00 PM MDT

$497.99

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Men's Little Horse

Includes Socks!

Now with an aid station!

12:00 PM MDT

$497.99

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Women's Little E-Horse

Includes Socks!

Battery-assisted, the way that God intended.

12:00 PM MDT

$497.99

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Men's Little E-Horse

Includes Socks!

E-assisted podium included, free!

12:00 PM MDT

$497.99

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The Tandem Category That's Basically For Bri and Dan

Includes Socks!

Bri, Dan, this is for you. And Amy and Steve if you're feeling spry.

11:00 AM MDT

$497.99

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Organiser's description

It's The Wild Horse, of course, and it's all about that course, of course! Coming back for its, like, a millionth year, The Wild Horse will rise up again this spring to neigh and whinny and prance and shit on your trails. One of Utah's longest-running gravel rides, The Wild Horse will test your early-season legs on one of two beautiful and hurtful loops around the Cedar Mountains Wilderness Study Area in Tooele County, UT.

There are two rides, the 76-mile Big Horse and 35-mile Little Horse. The Big Horse takes you south to Rydalch Pass, just kissing the northern edge of the Dugway testing range before sweeping you north along the mountains.

The Little Horse shoots riders up and over Hastings Pass with the Big Horse Riders before hanging north and scooting along the foothills near I-80. Both rides give you a magnificent view of the Basin and Range province and the ancient bed of Lake Bonneville.

Just like last year, Ebikers are welcome on the Little Horse course and will have their very own podium (how cute!).

Join us on April 15th to shake out the legs and loosen your fillings at The Wild Horse! #ridewildhorse