Pairing Of The Month
Come Join The Fundo!..
On June 15th, 2024, at the inaugural Barnduster Gran Fundo gravel ride, in support of Sisters Trails Alliance!Â
Similar to the social, fun-loving ride style of a Gran Fondo, though well under the 75mi standard distance, this scenic 40-mile looped ride takes participants from the heart of charming downtown Sisters, OR to the shores of beautiful Suttle Lake and back.
With an emphasis on fun, the Barnduster is an untimed, mostly self-supported ride, designed to bring gravel cyclists of all levels together for a day of riding and revelry. With the goal being to enjoy some good company, highlight the beauty of the area, celebrate local businesses, and raise funds for Sisters Trail Alliance. The Barnduster takes place in the outdoor playground that is Deschutes National Forest, Trail Butter's stunning backyard where recreational opportunities abound.
Riders will start at Fir St Park in Sisters, OR and travel out to Suttle lake Lodge, where a boxed lunch will be waiting for them to enjoy lakeside, before looping back to Sisters for post-ride fun at The Barn or a place of their choosing.Â
Event Details
When: June 15, 2024
Check-in: 8:00 am (includes Sisters Coffee Co. Coffee and pastries from Sisters Bakery!)
Start Time: Staggered, start time 9:00 am
Start/Finish Location: Fir Street Park, Sisters Oregon
Course: 40 mile loop: 4 miles asphalt, 10 miles singletrack, 36 miles forest road.
Course Markings: This course will NOT be marked. Riders are encouraged to navigate via the route provided on Ride with GPS.
Course Support: Self-supported, with 2 water refill aid stations and box lunch provided at Suttle Lake Lodge
Cost: $65 per participant. Registration fee includes: Sisters Coffee Co. Coffee and pastries from Sisters Bakery at the start - Box lunch at Suttle Lake Lodge - Drink token for one beer at The Barn, provided by Left Coast Lodge - Sponsor goodies & discount codes for products & services. All profits donated to Sisters Trail Alliance.
Please Note: Registration capped at 100 riders.
The Course
This epically beautiful ride is primarily on well maintained forest roads in Deschutes National Forest, including approximately 4 miles of asphalt and 10 miles of buttery smooth singletrack - yes, please!
Support
Riders are expected to carry what they need to complete the 40-mile loop. There will be (2) simple aid stations along the course and participants will be treated to a lakeside boxed lunch at Suttle Lodge, which marks the halfway point on the loop.
Sisters Trails Alliance
100% of 'Barnduster Gran Fundo' proceeds will be donated to Sisters Trails Alliance. STA's mission is to protect and preserve the outdoor experience through the stewardship of multi-user, non motorized trails and their adjacent wild places. Riders will quickly understand why it is we are so lucky to have STA working to preserve surrounding area trails.
Learn more about Sisters Trails Alliance HERE.
Current Sponsors
Sponsor goodies & discounts provided to participants on the day of the event. A special 'Thank You' to the businesses below for coming together to make this a special event and help raise funds for STA.
Event taking place in coordination with City of Sisters, Deschutes County and Oregon Department of Transportation:
The Barnduster is permitted under a special use permit authorized by the Deschutes National Forest.