2026 Sponsor Opportunities
2026 Sponsor Opportunities
Ready to ride in the heart of the Rockies? We’re proud to showcase the world-class gravel and tarmac surfaces around the rugged western town of Gypsum, Colorado. In 2025, we’ll expand our our successful gravel race with a new offering: Bighorn Road.
Activation Opportunities
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Start/Finish Line
Be featured where it counts. Especially cool if you’ve got an athlete competing for the podium! Your brand will be featured prominently in rider photos and race recaps.
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Shakeout Rides
Community counts, especially in gravel. Rides led by brand athletes and ambassadors provide great opportunities to connect with Bighorn riders and community members of shapes and sizes.
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Aid Stations
Sponsor the thing that keeps the people happy – FOOD! Whether you’re an industry leader or a new snack on the block, aid stations are a prime outlet for proving your product in the field.
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Kids Race
The fastest tykes in the west duke it out in our balance bike race, held on expo day. This event helps set Bighorn – and your brand – apart as a fit for the whole family.
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Secret Activations/Photo Ops
Bighorn Sheep “Hunting” somewhere on the course? Prize activations and engaging, viral content? Let’s get creative to craft a niche that’s right for your brand.
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Expo Booths
Included in all sponsor tiers, our event expo is a perfect opportunity for community engagement, product showcases, and swag giveaways. Open all weekend long!
Sponsorship Tiers
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Presenting Sponsor
The full enchilada – professional tier race partner package featuring all the bells and whistles. You’ll get premium placement, advertisement, and positioning from lead-up to race day.
Name in official race title
Specific social posts and newsletter announcements crafted with your brand front and center
Event shirt logo placement
Newsletter logo placement
Social tags and partnerships
Free race entries
Branded expo tents/banners
2 Unique experiential activations (see list below)
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Premier Sponsor
Ready to grow your brand presence in the cycling world? Our middle tier offering is a great blend of accessibility and value.
Event shirt logo placement
Newsletter logo placement
Social tags and partnerships
Free race entries
Branded expo tents/banners
1 Unique experiential activation (see list below)
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Supporting Partner
Be part of Bighorn Gravel in a meaningful way – the best option if you want to dip your toes into gravel but can’t commit to sending a team out on race weekend.
Event shirt logo placement
Newsletter logo placement
Social tags and partnerships
Branded expo tents/banners
Don’t just listen to us, take it from our riders!
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“World class course, and world class community. Add Bighorn to your 2024 calendar!”
Tyler Pearce – The Vegan Cyclist
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“Way harder than the Leadville 100, and the most money I've ever won at a race!”
Dylan Johnson – Third Place Finisher
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"Winning the Ibex Award was a total surprise, and I am so grateful for the army of support."
Heather Rubi – Last Place Finisher
