INDIANA'S PREMIER GRAVEL RACE
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SATURDAY, JULY 22, 2023
About the DUST BOWL 100
Indiana's First Gravel Century is back for another year! After welcoming a sold-out field of 400 riders from 18 different states in 2021, we're making the 2022 Dust Bowl 100 even bigger and better and are excited to be opening registration to 600 participants!
Traversing the wide open farm fields, century old bridges, and wooded creek valleys of west-central Indiana, the Dust Bowl 100 offers a scenic journey across some of the midwest's finest gravel roads. The event is meant to be a challenging race for those that want to push themselves and see how quickly they can conquer all that the route throws at them. BUT it’s also meant to be a rewarding and memorable experience for those that just want to unplug from the busyness of everyday life and explore roads that will refresh the soul. Three distances are available (100 miles, 80 miles, and 44 miles), so no matter if you choose to race, ride, or cruise, this event is for you! Come get dusty!
ROUTE DETAILS
*2023 routes are tentative and will be finalized by 7/1/23
100 Miles
60 miles of gravel.
7 historic bridges crossed.
2 off-road adventure sections.
3,500 feet of elevation gain.
$80
80 Miles
50 miles of gravel.
5 historic bridges crossed.
2 off-road adventure sections.
2,500 feet of elevation gain.
$60
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44 Miles
30 miles of gravel.
2 historic bridges crossed.
1 off-road adventure section.
1,300 feet of elevation gain.
$40
pre & post ride
Pre-Race Donuts & Coffee
Post-Race Meal
Bike Wash Station
Vendor Expo
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during ride
Chip Timing
Fully Stocked SAG Stops
Signage at Key Turns/Intersections
Drop Bag Service
SWAG
Softstyle Short Sleeve T-Shirt
Event Photos
Finisher Awards
Podium Trophies
RIDER PERKS
Proud to Support Youth Cycling!
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In 2021, the Dust Bowl 100 had the goal of expanding youth cycling opportunities in Indiana. This was accomplished by donating 6 bicycles to students in the Eminence Community Schools system (thanks to Westfield Cyclesports for the help!), as well as by funding 4 full student scholarships for the Indiana Interscholastic Cycling League's 2021 season! We are excited to again be partnering with these two great organizations in 2022!
And, once again, all junior cyclists (18 & under) will receive discounted entry fees to the 2022 Dust Bowl 100.
“It was everything a race should be - an impeccably run event that was as challenging as it was rewarding.”
— Patrick, Indianapolis (IN)
REGISTER for the 2022 DUST BOWL
Please visit www.bikereg.com/dustbowl100 for registration and merchandise
LOCATION
Venue
The Dust Bowl 100 event headquarters will be at Eminence High School in Eminence, Indiana.
Conveniently located just 7 minutes off Interstate 70 and only 30 minutes west of downtown Indianapolis, Eminence is a small town that's big on community!
Address
Date
Saturday, July 22, 2023
8:00am Start (80 mile at 8:15am, 44 mile at 8:30am)
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
WHERE TO STAY, WHERE TO EAT, AND WHAT TO SEE IN AND AROUND EMINENCE
CONVENIENCE STORES
Eminence Dairyland (8:00am - 10:00pm)
6540 IN-42, Eminence, IN 46125
Little Point Sunoco (Open 24 hours)
LODGING
Room blocks available for all hotels July 22-24; must book before 6/22/22
Holiday Inn Express Plainfield/Indy Airport (20 miles east)
6296 Cambridge Way, Plainfield, IN 46168
$159 King or $169 Double rooms; Group Code DUS
Reserve here or call 317-839-9000
Embassy Suites Plainfield/Indy Airport (20 miles east)
6089 Clarks Creek Road, Plainfield, IN 46168
$154 suites; Group Code DB1; reserve here or call 1-800-EMBASSY
Homewood Suites Plainfield/Indy Airport (20 miles east)
2264 East Perry Road, Plainfield, Indiana
$159 suites; reserve here
ON-SITE CAMPING
Eminence Baseball Fields (at the Dust Bowl venue)
6760 State Road 42 North, Eminence, IN 46125
Available Friday and Saturday nights; $20/night or $35/both nights. Reserve here by selecting the "On-Site Tent Camping" option
RESTAURANTS
Nigh Brewing Company (11:00am - Midnight)
2067 Hadley Rd., Plainfield, IN, 46168
Nonna's So Italian (11:00am - 9:00pm)
5020 Cambridge Way Plainfield, IN
Dawg House Pizza (4:00pm - 9:00pm)
160 W Main St, Monrovia, IN 46157
Farm House Brew (8:00am - 2:00pm)
55 S Chestnut St, Monrovia, IN 46157
Taphouse Burgers (11:00am - 10:00pm)
24 S. Indiana St., Greencastle, IN, 46120
Chicago's Pizza (3:00 - 10:00pm)
POINTS OF INTEREST
2605 N Cataract Rd, Spencer, IN, 47460
6501 W Honey Ln, Martinsville, IN, 46151
1400 W County Road 125 S, Greencastle, IN 46135
Lieber State Recreation Area Aquatic Center
1317 W Lieber Rd, Cloverdale, IN, 46120
Small College Town with Shopping, Restaurants, and Lodging
THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS!
*Visit our Partnership page to find out how to become involved with the Dust Bowl 100 as a sponsor or exhibitor
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