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Eighth Annual BWR Utah: Get Ready for the Hell of the South (West)

May 14–15, 2027 | Cedar City, Utah
Presented by BZI

Congratulations! You’ve officially registered for the Eighth Annual Belgian Waffle Ride Utah presented by BZI — a high-desert helping of gravel, grit, waffles and wonderfully questionable decisions.

From May 14–15, 2027, Cedar City will welcome cyclists, friends and fans for another unforgettable weekend of Unroad riding. The Hell of the South (West) returns with a new May date, long gravel sectors, expansive views and riding at enough altitude that may interrupt your usual relationship with oxygen.

Whether you’re chasing a podium or a memorable day on the bike, prepare for a generous serving of Utah gravel and a well-earned celebration afterward. 

Now that you’re locked in, here’s what to expect before the big weekend…

Your Weekend at a Glance

The weekend brings together rider check-in, the Unroad Expo, racing and a well-earned post-ride celebration. Meet the brands, inspect the gear, find your friends and prepare for a generous serving of Cedar City gravel.

We’ll share the confirmed venue, daily schedule, start times and rider logistics as they’re finalized. Keep an eye on your inbox and the official event page as we get closer.

The Eighth Annual Belgian Waffle Ride Utah

Cedar City supplies the scenery. We supply the pedaling perversity. Expect open gravel, sustained effort and changing terrain that rewards good pacing, smart fueling and the ability to resist chasing every wheel that passes you.

For planning purposes, the 2026 course distances and climbing were:

• Waffle — 106 miles with approximately 5,500 feet of climbing
• Wafer — 65.1 miles with approximately 2,900 feet of climbing
• Wanna — 31.3 miles with approximately 1,200 feet of climbing

Final 2027 routes and distance options will be confirmed separately. Detailed course information, age categories and event rules will be shared through the official event page and Race Bijbel.

Rider Perks

Your BWR experience includes:

• Neversecond BWR musette bag packed with race-day essentials and sponsor swag.
• Race number and RFID timing tag for your official finishing time.
• A BWR branded memento or BWR Bucks for use with participating partners.
• Stocked feed zones with hydration and nutrition, including Neversecond.
• Marked courses, traffic control at designated locations and on-course support.
• Unroad Expo access and plenty of opportunities to meet our cycling partners.
• Pre- and post-ride waffles, coffee and beverages.
• Post-ride beer and celebration, including nonalcoholic options from Athletic Brewing Co.
• Finisher’s trophy beer, with the offering determined by distance and final event details.
• Podium recognition and awards according to the published 2027 BWR category rules.
• Enough bragging rights to make your next group ride mildly unbearable.

Official BWR t-shirts, apparel and other merchandise will be available through registration and at the expo. We encourage you to purchase ahead of time to secure your preferred selection.

Schedules and courses are subject to change — because, you know, life.

Training and Nutrition

Practice your fueling before race day with Neversecond. Long gravel sectors and riding at altitude are excellent reasons to arrive with a plan beyond “I’ll eat something eventually.” Partner offers and additional training information will be shared through official BWR channels.

Stay in the Loop

Visit the Belgian Waffle Ride website for event updates and check our FAQ section for answers to just about everything. Your Race Bijbel will provide the detailed course, schedule and rider information you’ll need for the weekend.

Connect with Us!

• Strava: BWR Strava
• Instagram: BWR Instagram
• Facebook: BWR Facebook
• YouTube: Unroad UNLTD

Event Insurance

If you purchased event insurance during checkout, keep your policy information handy. Coverage and refund eligibility are determined by the insurance provider and the terms of your policy.

Interested in Sponsoring or Exhibiting?

Contact Shelby at shelby@monumentsofcycling.com to explore partnership opportunities.

Still Have Questions?

Shoot us an email at info@monumentsofcycling.com.

Have family members or friends who want to get involved? We have plenty of volunteer opportunities! Check the registration page for volunteer information or email volunteers@monumentsofcycling.com.

Thanks for joining us. We can’t wait to welcome you to Cedar City for another weekend of rattling wheels, ragged breaths and ridiculously good company.

Dank U,

The BWR Crew

EVENT REFUND POLICY

If you purchased event insurance, you may be eligible for a full refund with a valid claim through Allianz Global Assistance (AGA), subject to your policy’s terms.

• Full credit up until three months before the event date.
• 50% credit up until one month before the event date.
• 25% credit up until one week before the event date.

All credits expire at the end of the 2028 BWR event season.