MACEDONIA GRAVEL
MacedoniaGravel.
Up to 85 miles of Northwest Connecticut’s most loved gravel. Three routes, two timed super segments, fully signed and fully supported. Start/finish in New Milford, CT.
Rollout In
Until the gun goes off
What’s New
We’ve kept the beloved backroads, climbs, aid stations and community, and dramatically expanded the racing with up to 68 miles of timed super segments. Ride the connecting sections at your own pace, then race the segments that matter.
Race Preview
Watch the ride before you register.
Rider Review
“Spectacular views and some of the best gravel racing in the Northeast. The Macedonia course, aid stations and finish-line party are a full-weekend experience, not just a race.”
RSGA Gravel Series rider
Race Format
How the Mac gets timed.
Your official result is the combined time across two timed super segments: a mass/gun start at River Road, a neutral transfer over the one-lane Bulls Bridge, then a restart on Schaghticoke Road. Fastest combined time wins.
- 1
Neutral start (3 mi)
Controlled roll-out. No racing. All traffic laws apply.
- 2
Super Segment 1
Mass/gun start at River Road. Timing begins when the first rider reaches the start line. Soul & Adventure 8 mi, Mega 29 mi.
- 3
Neutral transfer (2 mi)
Cross the one-lane Bulls Bridge. Not timed.
- 4
Super Segment 2
Timed restart on Schaghticoke Road. Timed loop, finish back at the same timing point. Soul 14 mi, Adventure & Mega 39 mi.
- 5
Traffic control
Police provide traffic control at the left onto Macedonia Road (Soul & Adventure mile 17.7, Mega mile 38.6).
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Combined time = results
Overall results are based on your combined time from Super Segment 1 + Super Segment 2.
Pick Your Race
Three routes. One party.
Not everyone wants 85 miles. Pick the route that matches where you are today. Same start line, same finish party, same aid stations, same swag.
22 mi of racing
Soul
44 mi of racing
Adventure
68 mi of racing
Mega
Route Details
Adventure · 65 mi
Rollout at 8:30 AM. Same neutral start and 8-mile Super Segment 1 as Soul, then an extended 39-mile Super Segment 2 rolls you through the best gravel Northwest Connecticut has on offer. Two stocked aid stations mid-route, ridge climbs, valley pulls and a proper finish.
GPX & Turn-by-Turn
Full RideWithGPS features including turn-by-turn audio cues. The GPX file can be downloaded from RideWithGPS and uploaded to your bike computer.
The Course
A loop carved by glaciers, ridden by gravel.
Macedonia rolls out from New Milford and threads up to 86 miles of farm two-track, quiet back roads, and ridge fire road through Northwest Connecticut. Old-growth canopy. Stone-wall cuts. Punchy climbs and fast descents.
New England hardwood canopy
Shaded fire roads and farm two-track through the deep woods of Northwest Connecticut.
Punchy ridge climbs
Honest gravel climbs that reward strong legs without breaking the back of mid-pack riders.
Ridge descents
Loose, rocky double-track dropping back toward the Housatonic River valley.
Arrow signage at every turn
Gravel fondo format (markings at every junction, plus free RideWithGPS file with audio cues).
Stocked Aid Stations
Fueled by Skratch, GU & real maple syrup.
Stocked aid stations along the course featuring Skratch hydration, water, GU gels, bananas & more. The Outbound Macedonia Brook State Park aid station features our traditional fresh pancakes & real maple syrup.
Rider Prep
What to bring, what to skip.
Macedonia is a self-supported gravel race with aid. Bring tools and brains. We’ll bring the dirt, the snacks, and the route.
Gravel bike, 38-45mm tires
Tubeless strongly recommended (flint is real).
1× or 2× drivetrain w/ low gear
Suggest 1:1 minimum for the steeper pitches.
Two bottles + 500 cal/hr nutrition
Stocked aid stations along the way (Skratch, GU, pancakes, PBJ).
Spare tube, plugs, multitool, pump
Mechanical support roams the course but be self-sufficient.
Hot-weather kit & extra bottles
August in NW Connecticut: plan for 75–88°F highs and humid valleys.
Sunscreen & electrolytes
Long sections of open farmland (full sun, real heat).
Weekend Timeline
From Saturday packet pickup to Sunday podium.
Sat Aug 7
- 9 AM to 12 PMFarmer’s Market on the Green (perfect for families)
- 5 to 7 PMPacket pickup in New Milford, CT
- 7 to 9 PMConcerts on the Green: live music by Buena Vista Band
Sun Aug 8
- 7:00 AMLate packet pickup & merchandise sales open
- 8:00 AMMEGA 86-mile rollout
- 8:30 AMADVENTURE 65-mile rollout
- 9:00 AMSOUL 40-mile rollout
- 12:00 PMFinish-line taco truck, ice cream & Athletic Brewing N.A. beer
- 12:30 PMSoul awards
- 2:30 PMAdventure awards
- 3:30 PMMega awards
After the finish line
The party is part of the race.
Roll across the line to hot food, cold drinks, live music, and podium awards. It’s a celebration of the day, the community and the ride.
Taco Truck Finish
- Choice of tacos, rice bowl, or tostadas
- Chicken, pork, or vegetarian
- Athletic Brewing N.A. beer, Coke & water
Podium & Age Group Awards
Podium awards for Men’s and Women’s fields in each route across the following age groups:
19 & Under · 20-29 · 30-39 · 40-49 · 50-59 · 60-69 · 70+
Age group fields may be combined at the discretion of the race organizers to ensure each category is competitive.
- Soul awards · 12:30 PM
- Adventure awards · 2:30 PM
- Mega awards · 3:30 PM
Live Music
Live music from a local band to close out the day (band to be confirmed soon). Grab a taco, cheer the last finishers in, and hang out.
Included Swag
Every rider takes home the goods.
- Custom Eastern Gravel Series Sock Guy socks
- Custom Eastern Gravel Series water bottle
Registration
Three ways to ride.
Three routes, one party at the finish. Register early through the RSGA registration platform to lock in the best rate.
Registration Deadline
To be announced
11:59 PM ET · online only
Total Event Cap
300 riders
Mega 135 · Adventure 130 · Soul 65
Venue Address
6 Young’s Field Rd
New Milford, CT 06776
Soul · 40 mi
The friendliest way into the Macedonia gravel game
Current price · Increases August 1
- 40 miles / 2,180 ft climbing
- 9:00 AM rollout · 65 rider field limit
- 22 miles of timed racing (8 + 14 mi super segments)
- Medals & swag for every finisher
- Stocked aid stations + finish-line party
Adventure · 65 mi
The signature Macedonia experience
Current price · Increases August 1
- 65 miles / 4,400 ft climbing
- 8:30 AM rollout · 130 rider field limit
- 44 miles of timed racing (8 + 39 mi super segments)
- Medals & swag for every finisher
- Age-group awards with medals & prizes
Mega · 86 mi
The full Macedonia
Current price · Increases August 1
- 86 miles / 6,750 ft climbing
- 8:00 AM rollout · 135 rider field limit
- 68 miles of timed racing (29 + 39 mi super segments)
- Combined super-segment scoring
- Podium awards with medals & prizes
Heads up
Prices increase August 1. Sign up now to lock in the best rate.
Volunteer With Us
Help make Macedonia happen.
We need 25 volunteers on race day to run packet pickup, staff Aid Station 1 and Aid Station 2, and help at the finish / post-race awards party. Various start times beginning at 7:00 AM. Free entry, swag, and food. Sign up on BikeReg.
Field Notes
Postcards from the dirt.
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Rolling gravel under summer canopy
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Chase group on the climb
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Drop into the valley
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Duo on the gravel
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Mile 40 grit
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Finish-line smiles
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Aid station roll-through
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Golden hour valley pull
Travel & Stay
New Milford, CT.
Start/finish at Young’s Field in New Milford, Connecticut (just over the NY state line, about a 90-minute drive from NYC). Concierge lodging via JMC Getaways, or camp nearby at one of Connecticut’s beautiful state parks.
FAQ
Common questions.
How does the timed super-segment format work?
What are the race categories?
What kind of bike do I need?
Aid stations?
Can I transfer my registration?
Can I defer to next year?
Will the race be cancelled for rain?
Backed by people who ride
Sunday, August 8, 2027 · New Milford, CT
See you in the dirt.
Tacos at the finish. Athletic Brewing pours. Custom Macedonia swag. Race the dirt that started it all.
Register NowRegistration via RSGA (secure checkout)
