The BMC Rock Cobbler, held for the 12th time in California, is more of a wild cycling adventure than a conventional gravel race. This year's event included a challenging 96-mile Boulder Cobbler course with unique features such as a run through the Ethels Old Corral saloon. Riders like Peter Stetina and Denise Miller emerged as winners in the men's and women's solo categories, respectively. Emphasizing fun over competition, the event serves as a fitness gauge for participants, making the tough terrain feel more like a playground than a race.
"Racing through the Ethels Old Corral saloon was a total surprise to me. In fact, I almost missed the turn to direct you to the back porch. Inside there was music, cheering fans, beer, [whisky] shots, and a bunch of tight, twisty corners."
"This year featured a new Cobbler run-up that felt longer but was slightly less steep. I tried to ride up, but only made it about a c..."
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