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The Farmers Daughter Gravel Grinder

May 17 2026
Chatham NY
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Distances: 65 miles
Difficulty: Difficult terrain with longer, steeper hills
Limited to: 300 Participants

The Farmer's Daughter Gravel Grinder (FDGG) is “the must do spring cycling event in the Northeast.” To celebrate, we've added the Farmer's Granddaughter, a shortened route with no single track/ trail sections! Regardless of which course you ride, you'll be treated to some of the most beautiful scenery in the Northeast, with plenty of climbing, and plenty of fun descents to match. Named after the Chatham Brewery’s Rye IPA born and brewed in Columbia County in beautiful upstate New York, the ride offers a truly grand tour of northern Columbia County and surrounding areas. 

All riders, regardless of route receive  FDGG Swag  and  custom FDGG name plate There will be great food and support along the way, a meal at the finish, and if you're 21 years or older,  you can also reward yourself at the finish with a free pint of Chatham Brewery’s Farmer’s Daughter Rye IPA.

Farmer's Daughter Start Time: 9:00 AM

Farmer's Granddaughter Start Time: 9:00 AM

Venue: Columbia County Fairgrounds   182 Hudson Avenue Chatham, NY 12037 

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Finish Food: This year your entry fee includes a full meal featuring chicken burritos cooked on site. We'll also have vegetarian and vegan meals available. 

Camping is available Saturday night.

On-site camping for pop-ups, sprinter vans and tents at the Columbia County Fairgrounds, Saturday night (5/16/26) NO RV's
60 sites available
Bathrooms available on premises

Farmer's Daughter - Course description: The FDGG course is approximately 63 miles long, with about 6,000 feet of climbing - almost entirely on dirt roads with some sections of off-road thrown in. 2 sections will be on trails or double track trail. 

A gravel bike or cross bike,  is optimal for the course, and a hard-tail mountain bike would also work well. 

The Farmer's Daughter route has 3 fully supported aid stations, portable toilets, and sweep vehicles. Be sure to carry some food and water as well as spare tubes, tools, and a pump. Be prepared for a challenging, but FUN ride!

Farmer's Daughter Course Map:  https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45038404

Farmer's Granddaughter - Course Description   The route is approximately 43 miles in length with 3,700 feet of climbing. Course is the same as FDGG until the off-road section at mile 26 (Hand Hollow).  There are NO OFF ROAD SECTIONS ON THIS ROUTE!   Riders will pass by 2 of the fully supported aid stations,  including the Bountiful Bread aid station.  Portable toilets and sweep vehicles will be provided. 

A gravel bike or cross bike,  is optimal for the course, and a hard-tail mountain bike would also work well. 

Farmer's Granddaughter Course maphttps://ridewithgps.com/routes/45033085

Two  fully supported aid stations, portable toilets, and sweep vehicles will be provided.  Be sure to carry some food and water,  as well as the usual spare tubes, tools, and pump. Be prepared for a challenging, but fun ride! 

Proceeds from the Farmer’s Daughter Gravel Grinder will benefit many organizations in Columbia County, including the Columbia Land Conservancy, Performance Spaces for the 21st Century (PS21),  Kinderhook Tri-Village Rotary Club, and Crellin Park Pump Track in Chatham, NY.

The Farmers Daughter Gravel Grinder

 
Start Located At: Crellin Park, Chatham, NY
 
 
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Great course, aid stations, and roving mechanical support. Full meal at the finish, live entertainment, Schwag includes a free commemorative beer glass, Trek water bottle, and an embroidered cotton cap.  Also, one free Chatham Brewing beer at finish for participants 21 or older.

 
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First Aid
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SAG Wagon
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Roving Mechanical Support
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Personalised Bib (Name and QR Code)
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