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BillBone Gravel
Let's Get Wet
Everglades Holiday Park
Spring 2026 Gravel Event • 22 Mile Loop
4 knee-high water crossings • Competitive & non-competitive gravel events
Riders must be 18 years of age or older. Event properly permitted by Broward County Parks & Recreation, USA Cycling & South Florida Water Management District.
BillBone Gravel is presented by City Bikes Miami and takes place at Everglades Holiday Park on a 22‑mile counter‑clockwise loop featuring four knee‑high spillway crossings. The event includes competitive races and the 22 Mile Gravel Adventure Ride (non‑competitive).
RV parking is available inside the park for athletes who want to stay overnight. The event starts and finishes on the south side of Everglades Holiday Park using the same 22‑mile loop.
Important: This page contains detailed information to help with preparation and safety. Please read it carefully before race day.
Registration Entry Protection / No Refunds
Due to rising costs and extensive planning, there is a strict no‑refund policy for this event. Participants may add registration entry protection for $7.99 to help protect their gravel race entry.
With entry protection, your paid entry can be refunded (less merchant processing/service fees) if you cannot participate due to certain covered circumstances such as injury, illness, or family emergencies.
Covered circumstances include:
- Injuries
- Family emergencies
- Unexpected illness
- Car accidents
- And more (see full policy)
This coverage does not apply to event cancellations caused by Acts of God such as severe weather or pandemics. Read the Full Policy (PDF)
Entry Fees
Entry Fees (Located on the Reg Tab)
Registering early saves you $20 on your entry fee and helps organizers plan food, support, and logistics more accurately. Late registrations increase costs and strain event resources.
Fee increases by $20 on the Monday before the event.
No Race License Required
The event is permitted by USA Cycling for insurance purposes, but it does NOT require a cycling license. Riders with suspensions or sanctions for performance‑enhancing drugs may not compete in any USA Cycling‑permitted event.
Rider Responsibilities
Riders are 100% responsible for knowing the course and downloading it to a bike computer or phone. Rain, wind, and regulations can remove or limit on‑course signage, including arrows and A‑frames.
View and download the course file types (GPX, TCX, etc.) from Strava.com before event day. Coming prepared greatly reduces the chance of going off course or getting lost.
If you are unable to return to the start, text (561) 374-2994 with your location from your phone and event staff will arrange a pickup.
Ride & Race Categories, Start Times & Distances
Your racing age is your age as of December 31, 2026.
| Distance |
Category |
Start Time |
| 40 Mile |
Men: Open, 40+, 50+, 60+ • Women: Open |
7:00 AM
Mass Start
|
| 22 Mile |
Women/Men: Open, 40+, 50+, 60+ (No women 60+) |
7:45 AM
Mass Start
|
| 22 Mile |
Gravel Adventure Ride (non‑competitive) |
8:00 AM
Mass Start
|
Course, Bottle Drop & Neutral Support
The loop runs counter‑clockwise with limited signage. All participants must download the course to their bike computer. Course files are available on Strava.
View & Download the 22 Mile Loop on Strava (use for each lap).
The 22‑mile loop includes four knee‑deep spillway crossings. Gladesmen from MACKS Fish Camp will patrol by boat for wildlife awareness and safety.
Neutral Support Station: Approximately mile 13.
Bottle Swap Tent: Next to the timing trailer at lap pass‑through, with cooler and ice for personal bottles.
Event Swag & Goodies
The first 150 riders receive souvenir swag, on‑course neutral support (Coca‑Cola, snacks, Gatorade, etc.), and PDQ samples. This event will be professionally timed.
Bib Number & Swag Pickup
Note: Untimed gravel riders still receive numbers for on‑course identification.
- Saturday, March 21, 2026 (2 PM – 5 PM)
City Bikes Pembroke Pines
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- Sunday, March 22, 2026 (Event Day)
6:00 AM until start of your event
Everglades Holiday Park
Safety Protocol & Pickup Assistance
- Carry Your Cell Phone: Required for all participants. Coverage is available on most of the course.
- Emergency Situations: Call 911 for major medical emergencies. For non‑emergencies, call (561) 374-2994.
- Mechanical Issues: Bring appropriate tires, tubes, and CO2. Attempt repairs yourself or ask fellow riders for help.
- Send Your Location: If you cannot continue, text your pin location to (561) 374-2994 for pickup.
- Know the Course: Download maps and study the route before event day.
- Neutral Support Stations: All stops have first‑aid supplies and a mechanic for assistance.
City Bikes Nutrition Tent: Located about halfway each loop with water, snacks, and first aid. Riders are encouraged to stop and maintain nutrition.
Mountain Bike Requirements
- Frame: Durable mountain bike frame, sloped top tube preferred for control.
- Suspension: Front suspension (hardtail) required; full‑suspension allowed.
- Handlebars: Wider bars (approx. 700–800 mm), flat or riser.
- Brakes: Hydraulic disc brakes recommended for reliable stopping.
- Drivetrain: MTB‑specific drivetrain, commonly 1x with wide‑range cassette.
- Dropper Post: Allowed and useful on steeper or technical sections.
- Tires: Any width suitable for gravel conditions—narrow for speed or wide for stability.
Aero Bars & Tire Size
Gravel is flexible—ride what works for you. Aero bars are allowed, but please avoid using them when riding near or behind other riders. Tire size is open in all categories; choose what best fits your comfort and speed.
Neutral Support & Tire Pressure
Athletes are fully responsible for their own nutrition and mechanicals. The City Bikes neutral support tent will have limited mechanical supplies. Flat tires cause 99% of DNF (Did Not Finish).
Gravel bikes are not road bikes. Lower your normal tire pressure by about 3–5 PSI to handle chunky sections. Neutral support will stock water (no bottles), Coca‑Cola, snacks, and first‑aid supplies.
Event Number & Chip Position
Warning: Your event number has a timing chip on the back. Do not attach it to the seat post or any frame tube. You must place it on the front of your bike so officials can see your number and ensure accurate chip reads.
Staging, Food & Vendors
Use the park’s main parking lot when you arrive. The stage will be on the south side of the lot (look for the orange trailer). Post‑event food will be provided by PDQ of Pembroke Pines along with assorted refreshments.
Course Maps & Gates
Limited A‑frame signs will be placed on course, but they may be blown over or removed. Riders are strongly encouraged to download the Strava link from the registration page.
Some gates on Florida State land will be open for the event start/finish. Remaining gates will be closed and may require lifting or carrying your bike over or through.
Bottle Swap & Open Public Course
Personal bottles can be left in a large ice cooler or on a table at the bottle swap area each lap.
The levee trail system is open to other recreational riders. Stay to the right and pass on the left, just as you would on the road.
Smile for the Camera!
VeloPista Photo will capture images on course. Photos are typically available the next day via a provided link. Visit VeloPista Photo for access.
Tire Inflation & Littering
PLEASE DO NOT OVER‑INFLATE YOUR TIRES. The most common reason riders do not finish gravel events is flat tires, and proper pressure greatly reduces this risk.
Help protect the Everglades: pack out everything you bring in and do not litter on the course.
Open Public Course Safety
The course is open to the public, and you may encounter other riders and wildlife including horses, alligators, deer, bears, and snakes. It is your responsibility to ride safely and understand the inherent risks of gravel cycling.
Stay to the right side of the gravel road, similar to standard vehicle traffic.
What to Bring & Remember
- Appropriate bike: gravel/dirt, mountain bike, or fat tire
- Road ID
- Cell phone
- Health insurance card, ID, credit card, cash (in waterproof case)
- Helmet
- Gloves
- Eyewear
- Extra tubes and air
- Basic tools
- Gels, bars, snacks
- Hydration: at least one 22 oz bottle per hour or hydration backpack
- Small/basic first‑aid kit
Play It Safe
- Always wear a helmet.
- Check the weather forecast; cancellations are typically posted one hour before start if needed.
- Reduce flats by checking tire wear and pressure before the event.
- Apply sunblock and bug repellent.
- Look ahead for loose or slippery surfaces and other hazards.
- Choose a distance that matches your ability level.
- Do not ride alone when possible; safety in numbers.
- ALWAYS USE COMMON SENSE.
- Be self‑sufficient and let someone know your plans and estimated return time.
- Avoid earbuds so you can hear riders, wildlife, and instructions.
- CALL 911 for any emergency.
South Florida Water Management District Notice
The South Florida Water Management District does not charge a fee to enter or use any lands provided by the district for outdoor recreation. Any registration fees or donations charged by this event are for the event itself and not for access to the property.
