
3RD ANNUAL CHEDDAR CHALLENGE AUGUST 1, 2026
It is an unforgettable multi-surface bike race

It is an unforgettable multi-surface bike race
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Ride along with the participants and see the different surfaces you will encounter if you decide to challenge yourself!
Xtra Sharp Cheddar 50 miles
1st Place Over All - $150
2nd Place Over All - $100
3rd Place Over All -$50
&
Cash Prize Drawing
3 prizes of $50 each
for participants that finish
50 miles - Ride surfaces include tarmac, smooth dirt, gravel, cobbles and double track. Gravel bike is recommended; a Mountain Bike is a viable option. Starts at 9:00am
31 miles - Ride surfaces include tarmac, smooth dirt, gravel, cobbles, and chip & seal. Gravel bikes are recommended; a Mountain Bike is a viable option. Start at 9:05am.
10 miles - Ride surfaces include tarmac, smooth dirt, gravel, chunky rocks, and double track. A Gravel or Mountain Bike is recommended, and a Hybrid is a viable option. Start at 9:05am
Course Links**
Xtra Sharp Cheddar: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48061772
Sharp Cheddar: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48061902
Mild Cheddar: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48061920
**Courses may be updated if required by road closures and or current unforeseen changes in road surfaces.

Online Registration Transparency: Price + Fee's
Please note: All registration fees for the Cheddar Challenge are final and non-refundable. We incur significant upfront costs—including permitting, insurance, and participant materials—regardless of attendance. If you are unable to ride, we do offer the option to transfer your entry to another rider or defer your registration to next year's event.
We are proud to partner with the Adams Cheddar Cheese Festival for a 3rd year!
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