location_city Muenster
location_on Texas
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calendar_today 02 May, 2026
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RegisterGRAVELMAX 001: THE DISTANCE
The Butterfield Overland Edition Start/Finish: 4R Ranch Vineyards & Winery (Muenster, TX) Distance: 300ish, 210ish, 130ish Miles
THE MISSION Before you tackle the Unbound XL, the Arkansas High Country, or the Divide, you need to know if you can go The Distance.
This is the inaugural GravelMax Adventure. We are tracing the historic Butterfield Overland Mail Route, the original 1850s "highway" across the West. Just like the stagecoaches of old, we will be connecting remote outposts, battling the elements, and relying on grit to get from station to station.
THE ROUTE: Over 300 MILES OF TEXAS HISTORY This isn't just a loop; it’s a tour of the best gravel North Texas has to offer.
The Terrain: We traverse the rugged escarpments of the Red River, the deep woods of the Cross Timbers, and the rolling ranch lands of Jacksboro.
The Highlights: You will hit the legendary Bugscuffle, the climb up High Point, the remote roads of Cundiff, and the scenic 4R Ranch property.
The Surface: A mix of fast hardpack, chunky B-roads, and forgotten county lanes.
THE SUPPORT MODEL: "THE FLOATING CARAVAN" This is semi-supported in a way you haven't seen before. Instead of static aid stations that pack up while you are still riding, our Support Van acts as a Floating Relay Station.
Leapfrog Support: The van will move ahead of the lead group to designated public campsites/relay points along the route.
The Oasis: When the van is at a relay point, it is open for water, ice, mechanical triage, and morale boosting.
The Safety Net: If you crack, you can camp at the relay spot until help arrives. There are also motels and additional camping along the route as well as plenty of opportunities for resupply.
Tent camping is availble at relay sites for all distances.
PREREQUISITES
Navigation: You must have a GPS unit capable of running a 300-mile track. There are NO course markings.
Lighting: You will be riding at night. Primary light, backup light, and helmet light are mandatory.
Membership: Current Club Spinistry members only.
May 02, 2026
Distance — 135ish Baby Pull Self Supported
Type — Gravel biking
06:00
May 02, 2026
Distance — 210ish Mid Pull Self Supported
Type — Gravel biking
06:00
May 02, 2026
Distance — 300 Full Pull Self Supported
Type — Gravel biking
06:00
May 02, 2026
Distance — 300 Full Pull With Drop Bag/Gear Shuttle to Relay Point(s)
Type — Gravel biking
06:00
These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Muenster.
Muenster is a city in the Cross Timbers region of Texas. Founded in 1889 by German Catholics, the town today is proud of its German heritage, with most of its residents being descendants of those original settlers.
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