Chino Grinder - 45 Fine Grind
External Event
Distance
45.5 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
THE CHINO GRINDER Saturday 10/17/2026 Chino Valley Community Center The Chino Grinder is a classic-style gravel road cycling event started in 2014. The course is designed to test each riders strength, speed and especially their endurance, featuring a variety of terrain and surfaces. The route follows the Overland Historic Road Trail, the oldest continuously used road in the United States (since 1000 AD) from Chino Valley Arizona to Whitehorse Lake near Williams Arizona before returning to Chino. Participation is limited to 600 cyclists. This is a gravel bike course, there is nothing technical about it. What makes it difficult is the climbing and change of altitude, elevations range between 3800 feet to 7300 feet.
Typical conditions
For events around October 2026 in Chino Valley, AZ, United States: Typical autumn conditions in this region — conditions can change quickly; confirm race-day guidance on the official page.
How to prepare
Ultra distances need longer training blocks, fueling practice, and gear that matches the course type listed by the organizer. Always verify elevation, aid stations, and cutoffs on the official page.
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This event is listed in Chino Valley, AZ, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
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