Introducing the Quad-Tripel Crown of Gravel
Four legendary courses.
Three finishes required.
One crown to rule them all.
This is the Quad-Tripel Crown of Gravel — a continental crucible for gravelleurs who crave a challenge worthy of their watts. From the cacti and chaos of Arizona to the coastal climbs of California, from the high desert of Utah to the wild expanse of Montana, each race serves up a unique cocktail of suffering and splendor.
To earn the crown, you’ll need to complete at least three of the four events — no small feat given what’s in store.
The 2026 Quad-Tripel Line-Up
BWR Arizona — February 28, 2026 (Cave Creek)
The Hell of the North (Desert)
Fast, fiery, and full of sting — the perfect opening act.
BWR California — May 3, 2026 (Del Mar)
The Hell of the North (County)
The original. The monstrous. The one that started it all.
BWR Utah — June 13, 2026 (Cedar City)
The Hell of the South(West)
High altitude, higher suffering, and scenery so stunning you might forget to breathe.
BWR Montana — June 20, 2026 (Bozeman)
The Hell of the Bozone
Big skies, big climbs, big waffles. The grand finale among the Rockies.
What Makes the Quad-Tripel Special?
Varied Terrains: Desert, coast, canyon, and mountain. Every surface, every sensation.
Elite Field: Global hitters, gravel legends, and age-group heroes lining up shoulder to shoulder.
Omnium Format: Your best three finishes count toward the overall Quad-Tripel standings in both Waffle and Wafer distances. BWR California carries weighted points—it’s the decider, the breaker of ties, and the birthplace of legends.
Prize Purse: Cash, glory, and enough stories to last you through the off-season.
Why Take It On?
Because this is not just a race series—it’s a rite of passage.
Four months. Four flavors of suffering. Infinite satisfaction.
Whether you’re a pro chasing podiums or an unroad zealot chasing meaning, the Quad-Tripel offers the perfect mix of racing, recovery, and bragging rights. It’s the ultimate test of endurance, resolve, and appetite—for both waffles andredemption.
Register for three events and the fourth one’s on us.
Because we know you’ll want the whole platter.
The Unroad Awaits
The Belgian Waffle Ride isn’t your average gravel gig—it’s a full-spectrum sensory overload. Asphalt, gravel, singletrack, sand, water crossings, cyclocross-style chaos—each course a curated blend of madness and magnificence. It’s cycling, but not as you know it.
It’s unroad.
The BWR Unroad Expo
Every BWR weekend kicks off with the two-day Unroad Expo, the ultimate celebration of cycling culture. Expect waffles hot off the iron, Belgian ales cold as sin, live music, vendors showcasing the latest gear, and families feasting on the spectacle.
It’s as much a party as it is a pilgrimage.
What You Need to Know
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Points System: Omnium format. Finish at least three events to qualify. Points awarded by placing, with BWR CA as the tiebreaker and ultimate decider.
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Prize Purse: Announced early 2026. Stay tuned for the sweet stuff.
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Registration Opens: October 14, 2025, at 8 a.m. PST.
Why the Quad-Tripel Crown?
Because this is our coup de maître—the masterwork of gravel mayhem.
A four-chapter saga of grit, glory, and gastronomy that will test your legs, lungs, and love for the ride.
Three races to complete the story.
One crown to claim your legend.
Waffles, beer, and eternal bragging rights await.
So tighten your cleats, whisper a prayer, and let Freddy Merckxury lead you into the unroad unknown.
Register now.
Make your mark on the 2026 Quad-Tripel Crown of Gravel!