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Burning Quad

Name: Burning Quad
Start: 2026-07-11
End: 2026-07-11
Location: Erie, Pennsylvania

location_city Erie

location_on Pennsylvania

flag United States

calendar_today 11 Jul, 2026

directions_bike Cycling

language Official Website

About the Event

Conquer the heartland's most demanding terrain in a premier gravel series built for pure adventure. The Big River Gravel Series returns for the 2026 season, showcasing a quartet of iconic events including the Hell of the Wind and the season-ending Turkey Burner. These races define Midwest gravel grinding, challenging you with a relentless mix of rugged farm tracks, steep climbs, and panoramic prairie views that test both endurance and skill. More than just individual races, the series fosters a deep community spirit, celebrating the raw, unfiltered essence of gravel riding with professional organization and epic post-ride camaraderie. Whether you're targeting the series crown or a single legendary day on the dirt, secure your spot in the region's most respected gravel challenge.

Races Offered

40 miles

Jul 11, 2026

straighten

Distance — 64.4K

terrain

Type — Gravel biking

timer

10:00

85 miles

Jul 11, 2026

straighten

Distance — 136.8K

terrain

Type — Gravel biking

timer

10:00

27 miles

Jul 11, 2026

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Distance — 43.5K

terrain

Type — Gravel biking

timer

10:05

Weather Overview

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for July in Erie.

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

thermostat 19.0° / 25.9°

wb_sunny 19.0° / 26.9°

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

air 11.6 /

water_drop 77.2%

Temp (°C)

Feels Like (°C)

Wind (km/h)

Humidity (%)

thermostat 19.0° / 25.9°

wb_sunny 19.0° / 26.9°

air 11.6 km/h

water_drop 77.2%

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