Holy Dino,
One week to go before you head out to tame your monster! We are so stoked to have you head out and join us – Thank you!
We’ll send another update mid-week and another on Friday. Please read each update. Ya never know how things change here in the desert. Also, please refresh and download your RideWithGPS Co2uT experience Saturday so you have the most updated and accurate information.
We will also post all updates and schedules on our website, and you can find the full Fat Tire Festival schedule here too. https://www.desertgravel.com/co2ut-updates/ Each day this week, we’ll post a tip/trick on our Instagram and Facebook @DesertGravel so stay tuned and follow along.
Volunteers – As you know [FIRSTNAME], these events don’t happen without a busload of volunteers, and we could always use an additional set of hands. If someone is coming along with you that would like to chip in please have them check out our Sign up Genius for shifts and duties. We’ll hook’m up with swag and beer, and if they pull a heavy shift, we’re happy to comp an entry for next year!
Maps/Route – Our course is well marked, yet we require you to carry your course map GPS file in your bike computer or phone (or both is even better!). Many have asked why? Our course markings tell you where to go but will not tell us where you are should you need help or get lost. Your GPS map will. So please, load it up and familiarize yourself with your route highlights, caution areas, and aid stations.
Here are links to all official 2023 courses
30 Miler https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31657814
50 miler https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38712096
75 miler https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38712028
100 miler https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38264591
125 miler https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38712160
Our “Run from the Dino’s” 5k awards are ready! Bring the kids, dogs, strollers, and each other to loosen up those legs Saturday morning before your shakeout ride! Preregister here and use coupon DinoRunner to save $15!
Get those last few workouts in and pack up your rig – The desert and your MONSTER awaits!
Peace and Love,
Morgan, Grace, Jacquie, Jim, and all the Dino Wranglers!
KEEP READING8:00 am 5k Start
8a — Event Opens—“Pre-Registered & Day Of” Festival & Demo Pass may be picked up or purchased at White Registration Tent.
10a — Guided Ride (Fest Pass Holders). Beg to Intermediate Level Trail.
10a — DJ & Music by DJ John.
1p — Guided Ride (Fest Pass Holders). 2 Skill Levels to choose from.
3p — Event Closes. Head To Downtown Fruita for Music & Ska Brewing Beer
11a — Event Opens.
1p — Food Trucks Open
3p — Observed Trials Bicycle Demonstration.
4p — Beer Tent Open – Ska Brewing Beer Tent by COPMOBA
4p — Fun Times!
5p — Live Music – Rhema Music Main Stage. Wowzer
7p — Lighting of the Firepit.
7:30p — Live Music – Rhema Music Main Stage. Wave 11
9:15p — LAST CALL for SKA Brewing Beer and Food.
9:30p — Rhema Music Main Stage wraps up.
10p — Event Closes for the night.
8a — Event Opens — “Pre-Registered & Day Of” Festival & Demo Pass may be picked up or purchased at White Registration Tent.
10a — Guided Ride (Fest Pass Holders). Beg to Intermediate Level Trail.
10a — DJ & Music by DJ John.
1p — Guided Ride (Fest Pass Holders). 2 Skill Levels to choose from.
3p — Event Closes. Head To Downtown Fruita for Music & Ska Brewing Beer
9a — Event Opens.
10a — Observed Trials Bicycle Demonstration.
11a — Food Open
11a — Kids MTB Rodeo
2p — Beer Tent Open – Ska Brewing Beer Tent by COPMOBA
3p — Observed Trials Bicycle Demonstration.
4p — Fun times!
5p — Live Music – Rhema Music Main Stage. The One Takers
7p — Lighting of the Firepit.
7:30p — Live Music – Rhema Music Main Stage. Whiskey Stomp
9:15p — LAST CALL for SKA Brewing Beer and Food.
9:30p — Rhema Music Main Stage wraps up.
10p — Event Closes for the night.
8a — Event Opens — “Pre-Registered & Day Of” Festival & Demo Pass may be picked up or purchased at White Registration Tent.
1p — Event Closes. Downtown event open until 5p
7a — CO2UT Main Rides Begin. See Co2uT Courses & FAQs – Desert Gravel for more information.
9a — Event Opens
10a — CO2UT Rides start finishing. Cont throughout the afternoon/eve.
1p–4p — DJ & Music by DJ John
5p — FFTF Event Closes.