Bighorn Road
Bighorn Road is a gran fondo-style mass-participation ride in Gypsum, CO, US, scheduled for September 4, 2027, covering roughly 80 miles.
About riding in Colorado
Colorado's roads climb from the Front Range plains to high mountain passes well above 10,000 feet. Altitude slows most riders noticeably, and summer afternoon thunderstorms are common in the mountains. The main riding season runs from late spring to early fall.
Estimated finish times
The route is about 80 miles. Here is the moving time at a steady average speed. It is a flat-ground baseline: climbing, wind, stops at aid stations and group riding all move the real number, so treat it as a starting range.
| Average speed | Moving time |
|---|---|
| 10 mph | 8h 00m |
| 12 mph | 6h 40m |
| 14 mph | 5h 43m |
| 16 mph | 5h 00m |
| 18 mph | 4h 27m |
Most recreational riders average 12–16 mph on rolling terrain in a group, and less on hilly routes.
Plan your ride
Paste the event's RideWithGPS route into the planner (many organizers publish one) to see your projected finish time, the headwind or tailwind you'll face, the temperature range, and how much to eat and drink. The ride date is pre-filled.
Open the Ride Planner · Gran fondo vs. sportive vs. century
Other events nearby
- Courage Classic — July 17–18, 2027, Copper Mountain, CO, US (44 mi away)
- Copper Triangle — August 7, 2027, Copper Mountain, CO, US (44 mi away)
- Colorado's Ride — August 8–13, 2027, Crested Butte, CO, US (53 mi away)
- Tour de Steamboat — August 21, 2027, Steamboat Springs, CO, US (59 mi away)
Listing sourced from granfondoguide; last verified 2026-10-12. Dates and details can change, so confirm with the organizer before you register or travel.