Fistful Of Dirt

About this race

Race Overview Welcome to the 7th annual Fistful Of Dirt - the wild west of gravel riding right here in Cody, Wyo. Get your bike tuned up and pull your hat down tight – this ain’t your mama’s gravel bike race. Sunday, September 6th will be a wild west gravel grinder of grand proportions. Race Distances Four Distances: Choose from The Good (20 Miles), The Drifter (47 Miles), The Bad (67 Miles), or The Ugly (108 Miles). Scenic Ride: Enjoy views from the Peaks of the McCulloughs to Oregon Basin and exclusive access on the iconic Hoodoo Ranch. Terrain: Experience smooth gravel, chunky dirt, single track, rocks, and sand. Bike Suitability: Courses designed for gravel bikes: some may prefer a mountain bike for the 20-Mile course. The Sheriff's Purse AND, for 2026, we're continuing the Sheriff’s Purse for the Fistful Of Dirt Ugly & Bad distances with separate and equal divisions for men & women. The Sheriff’s Purse is our very own purse-prize structure in which everyone has a chance at winning, and you won’t know ‘til you finish where you stand. Scroll to the bottom for Sheriff’s Purse details. Post-Race Celebration Once you cross the finish line, the party is on for all riders! Cool your blazing saddle with a bustlin’ post-ride shindig – the music will be pumping and the beer will be cold. Enjoy Cody for a weekend full of bikes, brews, and attractions. Whether you ride, or just come for the fun, it’ll be a wild west weekend to remember. Registration Information Racer Limit: This year's race will be capped at 300 racers - so get in there early! Exclusive Offer: If you register by A…