Belgian Waffle Ride Monterey

Welkom to the first-ever Belgian Waffle Ride Monterey, to be known as the 'Hell of the Central Coast'!

Late July or Early August

We’re frothing to bring you this unique BWR experience, and it will be like no other. It marks our inaugural stop in the world-famous Monterey Bay at California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB) . We’re stoked to deliver an unroad experience in this breathtaking region. What makes this event truly stand out? It’s the shortest Belgian Waffle Ride ever, clocking in at less than 70 miles. But don’t be fooled by the mileage—this will be one of the most challenging BWRs in terms of sheer intensity and speed, testing riders like never before.

 

The course takes place primarily inside the iconic Fort Ord National Monument, featuring unroads and trails that even the famed Sea Otter Classic misses in its gravel events. Riders will tackle a wild mix of dynamic and technical terrain that’s truly unique to the Central Coast. You’ll experience a beautiful but brutal combination of steep climbs, rugged trails, and the kind of remote, untraveled paths that define the BWR Unroad spirit. Prepare for a day full of breathtaking terrain and thrilling singletrack with terrain that shifts between chapparal paths, rugged trails, and scenic roads.

 

Here’s what you can expect from BWR Monterey:

A Dream Destination: The Central Coast is a dream come true for cyclists, offering jaw-dropping scenery and a challenge that no one will forget. CSUMB will serve as the start and finish, providing an ideal hub for the event. The unroads and trails of Fort Ord will take you through some of the best riding this region has to offer, combining rich military history with some of the most difficult terrain in the BWR series.Varied, Rugged Terrain: This course is deceptively short but fiercely difficult. Riders will navigate fast, technical trails and climbs that will push them to their limits. You’ll ride through rolling hills, sandy sections, and forested paths that will put your technical skills and endurance to the test. The steep climbs and relentless terrain will make this one of the toughest BWR courses in terms of speed per mile.A Vibrant Cycling Community: The Monterey Bay area is home to an enthusiastic cycling culture that embraces both road and off-road adventures, including the Coureur Monterey Bay Racing Team. The central coast and NorCal cycling scenes are buzzing, and the community is ready to welcome riders from all over for this first-ever BWR event.

Here is the most likely 2024 Course Information:

Waffle:
Less than 70 miles (~112 kilometers)
~6,000 feet of climbing
80% Unroad
3 King/Queen of the Mountain segments
3 King/Queen of the Dirt segments
3 Sprint segments
5 Feed ZonesWafer:
~40 miles (~64 kilometers)
~3,000 feet of climbing
80% Unroad
3 Feed Zones

In terms of accouterments, every rider will receive:

BWR musette bag from The Feed containing important race day itemsSponsor SwagBWR Bucks for use at select expo vendorsRace Number and RFID Tag (for official finishing time)Pre- and Post-Race Waffles, coffee, beveragesBeer and a Finisher’s Trophy BeerBragging rights and potential to win money or prizes

Local Bike Support

Work Horse Bicycles - 486 Washington St, Monterey, CA 93940 (831) 375-2144

T-shirts and BWR branded gear will be available at registration and at the race.

For more information and to register, visit: https://belgianwaffleride.bike.

For the other BWR Event registration pages please visit these links 

Arizona

California

Utah

Montana 

North Carolina

 

Get $80 for FREE from The Feed. The Feed is the one-stop shop for endurance athletes to get all the nutrition, supplements, and recovery gear they need to fuel their training. Claim your Feed Credit now to stock up on your favorite hydration, gels, bars, and supplements to fuel your next ride.
BWR Nutrition Club sign-up link to claim credit: https://thefeed.cc/bwrGet $80 for FREE from The Feed. The Feed is the one-stop shop for endurance athletes to get all the nutrition, supplements, and recovery gear they need to fuel their training. Claim your Feed Credit now to stock up on your favorite hydration, gels, bars, and supplements to fuel your next ride.
BWR Nutrition Club sign-up link to claim credit: https://thefeed.cc/bwr

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Your Bike Deserves the Best Insurance

 

It's essential to have separate bike insurance, like BikeInsure, to cover the risks of riding, transit, and theft risks that all bike owners face in the United States.

 

Guess what? Belgian Waffle Ride teamed up with BikeInsure because, let's face it, your gravel rig deserves some badass protection. This ain't your grandma's insurance. While others focus on your home's meltdown, we're here for your two-wheeled love. BikeInsure's got the lowdown on all bikes, especially those gritty gravel machines. Forget the fine print. They cover everything, from your custom accessories to that rad component upgrade you just had to have.

 

Bicycle Damage Coverage | Theft Protection Optional | Transit Included 

Accessories Covered | Low Deductible | No Extra Fees | Monthly Payments

 

BikeInsure it, then Ride it!

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