Chino Grinder

Arizona's original gravel grinder returns October 18th, 2025 The 110 mile Chino Grinder is a classic-style gravel road cycling event started in 2014.

This challenge is for the elite ultra endurance cyclist only. The course is designed to test each riders strength, speed and especially their endurance, featuring a variety of terrain and surfaces. The course 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 retu

rning 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. We also offer 60 and 40 mile course options.

06/11/2026

Welcome to the FINE GRIND. New to gravel racing or just looking for a fast, fun day on the bike? This 45-mile option still delivers beautiful high-desert scenery, classic Arizona gravel roads, and a trip to the iconic Perkinsville bridge with a less mileage than the HALF and FULL GRIND. Want in? Just follow the link in our bio to register.

06/09/2026

Who’s got your back no matter what distance you’re riding??? ! The Velo has you covered at the “Gas Tank” aid station with water, snacks, and even some mechanical savvy should you need it (hopefully not)! So be sure to show them some love on race day and this summer, in-store, as your training continues. Thanks, The Velo Bike Shop!

06/05/2026

Don’t forget about your group gravel ride option this weekend! Sunday. 6:00am. x supported Brown’s Ranch gravel ride! Details on Regroup Strava.

06/04/2026

The x group gravel ride continues this weekend with Ride #3. Join us Sunday at 6:00 am as we ride Browns Ranch. Meetup at the Pima & Dynamite trailhead parking lot. It is an out-n-back ride with a water/ice/snack stop at the halfway point. Check Regroup’s Strava page for more details.

06/02/2026

When you register for the Chino Grinder, you’re signing up for more than an incredible day on Arizona’s gravel roads.

A portion of every registration helps support , an Arizona-based nonprofit that has spent more than two decades raising money and awareness for animal welfare and community causes.

Every mile you ride helps make a difference—both on and off the bike.

Ride gravel. Support a great cause. Make an impact.

05/30/2026

Today’s Tip: Tire Pressure
Max it out. All the way. 120PSI for minimal rolling resistance and maximum speed. Send it.

We’re joking, of course, please don’t do that unless you like seeing the dentist.

Tire pressure can be tricky because it’s very subjective. There is no one-size-fits-all tire pressure for everyone. Factors like tire volume, suspension, terrain, and rider weight all matter when trying to figure out where to set those PSIs. Generally speaking you want some squish, not a rock-hard ride, to maximize comfort and control. Where that sweet spot lies you’ll kinda need to figure out while you ride this summer. Play with it. Your tire pressure. If you’re brain is rattling while you ride, let out some air. If you tap your wheel on some bumps, add some air. Do that enough, throw in a pre-ride, and you’ll know exactly where you need to be before race day.

05/28/2026

Shout out to , hooking y’all up with some race swag AND the coveted bike wash station in cooperation with the team to get your steed looking tip-top so you don’t have to do it after you get home. 👏🙏👏🙏👏

05/25/2026

Last chance! Discount ends tonight! Use the code CGMD26 at checkout for 10% registration.

05/23/2026

Last chance for a discount before prices go up next month. Use the code CGMD26 at checkout for 10% registration now through Monday, and get yourself ready for that October start line!

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1527 N Road 1 E
Chino Valley, AZ
86323

Website

http://chinogrinder.com/

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