Kettle Mettle Gravel Fondo

The second round of the Triple Crown of Gravel is the 10th edition of the Kettle Mettle Dirty Fondo. It’s The Oldest Gravel Fondo in Western Canada and most likely one of the most scenic Gravel Fondos in all of North America as well.

Situated in the stunning Similkameen Valley, the course carves its way through Wild Grassland valleys, the Kettle Mettle showcases the Kettle Valley Historic Rail Trail. You can expect amazing panoramic views of mountain ranges and crystal clear lakes as you climb and descend the sweeping switchbacks of the Kettle Valley Trail, while providing a safe and challenging ride on June 20^th 2026.

The Kettle Mettle Dirty Fondo features 3 Event Distances for 2026:

Piccolo / Beginner Fondo (Approx. 25kms)
Start /finish Princeton, BC
Geared toward beginner to intermediate-level cyclists

Medio Fondo (Approx. 60 km )
Start /finish Princeton, BC

Optimal for Beginner to Intermediate level cyclist

Full Fondo (Approx. 100 km )
Start /finish Princeton, BC
Optimal Intermediate to expert level cyclist

The main start and finish is at the Princeton Rodeo Grounds,. On route, there be several aid stations as well as support for riders with flats and mechanical issues and of course first aid. After the ride, participants can enjoy warm food and a cold beverage.  Did we mention Onsite Cmaoping?  There is tonss of room for camoing onsite at $35 a nigth and even cheaper rate for 2 nights.  There is electrical, water, bathrooms and warm showers available for campers as well.

Registration includes; a Souvenir socks, support on course (mechanicals / flats), several aid stations on course, results with a time and draw prizes, plus overall top 3 prizes in each event. As well warm food and a cold beverage at the finish.

Prize categories include men and women, individual, teams of 2 and teams of 4 participants.

For more information, please visit: https://www.kettlemettle.ca