Nederland adds event to gravel racing circuit

NEDERLAND — A new race in the gravel biking circuit will debut in Nederland July 31 this year.

Called Dead Man Gravel, the race will be run on three courses — the 66-mile Tungsten loop, the 40-mile Gold loop and the 25-mile Silver loop. The different levels of the race will give participants, experienced or not, challenges without excluding those unfamiliar with the sport. Because the event is based in Nederland, riders will experience climbing, technical sections and sustained elevation.

Registration for the event is staggered. Until March 22, those who identify as female and/or Black, Indigenous and people of color…