The Toppling Goliath Gravel Grinder is new to the Iowa Gravel Series for 2026, but it should already be familiar. This is the third year the race has started at this world-class brewery and we’re super excited to have it be our championship race for the 2026 season. The Driftless Hills are so good we had no choice but to keep the Waukon 100 in the Summer and add Toppling Goliath in the Fall. It’s just proof that there really is no such thing as too much of a good thing.
Toppling Goliath Gravel Grinder
October 10th, 2026
| EVENT | 50 KM | 100 KM |
|---|---|---|
| Start time | 8:00AM | 7:30AM |
| Start location | Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. 1600 Prosperity Rd, Decorah, IA 52101 | Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. 1600 Prosperity Rd, Decorah, IA 52101 |
| Distance | 50 km / ~37 mi | 100 km / ~62 mi |
| Climbing elevation | About 2000 ft | About 3500 ft |
| Meal Option | Yes – TBD | Yes – TBD |
Event Details
Oct 9th – Packet pickup available at the Toppling Goliath Brewing Co. from 6:00PM to 8:00PM.
Oct. 10th
6:00AM – Check-in and packet pick-up opens at Toppling Goliath Brewing Co.
7:15AM – Line-up at starting line for last minute instructions7:30AM – 100km race starts, group start!
8:00AM – 50km race starts, group start!
8:30AM – First aid station opens and sweeper starts
9:30AM – Second aid station opens
10:00AM – First aid station closes
Noon – Second aid station closes
2:00PM – Route sweep complete, all racers still on the route are on their own for support.Podium
Once the first three racers in the men’s and women’s divisions cross the finish line, we’ll take pictures of them on the podium.
Week of Oct. 12th – Start looking for links to photos and official race results in your inbox!
Where to stay or camp
Decorah has a lot of options for lodging. Check out their city web page for all the latest and greatest!