Thank you for answering Governor Scott’s call for volunteers and being willing to help other Vermonters in this time of need. The volunteer needs in the wake of the storm are evolving, so the State is calling on Vermonters to sign up, let them know what skills they can offer, and be ready to serve … Read more
Vermont is under water. And now, a great deal of silt, sludge, ruined livelihoods and suffering. As disturbing as it is to see our beloved roads mangled beyond recognition, it’s the plight of our neighbors that causes us the most distress.Barre, the hometown of The Grindstone, was hit particularly hard.This year, The Grindstone will be … Read more
We were stoked to be featured in Episode #105 of the Riding Gravel Radio Ranch podcast by Gravel Cycling Hall of Famer Mark “Guitar Ted” Stevenson! In this episode, he launched a new feature called the “Gravel Amplifier” which aims to promote lesser-known gravel events from around the country. We were honored to be included. … Read more
The Times Argus recently reported on the success of The Grindstone in its inaugural year, as the first organized gravel grinder to be brought to Barre. Check out the article by Eric Blaisdell here: https://www.timesargus.com/news/local/gravel-bike-ride-held-in-barre-town-said-to-be-a-success/article_bc69993c-c09f-513f-afc6-063bc0c508c7.html
SO. MANY. AMAZING. EVENTS!October is the time to ride in Vermont and we are here for it. We are offering participation prizes to those of you brave and bold enough to tackle two awesome events on the weekend of The Grindstone!DETAILS:Ride any one of the following events, and also The Grindstone (any course). Show us … Read more
We are excited to announce that we will be working with Local Donut to bring fresh-baked, delicious-tasting donuts created from locally sourced ingredients to The Grindstone! Like Green Mountain Gravel, Local Donut was created in the midst of the 2020 pandemic and quickly became a local legend. Their commitment to local Vermont producers, their small-town … Read more
While we work to finalize details of routes, wanted to give you sense the overall flavor of courses at The Grindstone. Please enjoy this video. best place to shop replica companies at maarten creating franck muller conquistador grand prix replica easiest place to high quality replica jewelry luminor how to spot fake rolex to buy … Read more
HEARTY EATS PROVIDED BY Cornerstone Pub & Kitchen “Cornerstone” is an apt name for this bedrock fixture of our community. Rich and his crew go above and beyond the normal calling of a neighborhood eatery, serving the greater Barre population in generous and unexpected ways. From constructing community softball fields, to preparing and packaging meals for … Read more
The Parrott family, owners of Yipes Barre and Beavin & Son’s, lost their home and pets in a devastating fire. It was a total loss. We stand with our neighbors in supporting this hardworking family that is part of the foundation of our community. We will donate $10 of every registration to The Grindstone through … Read more
Hidden Handup! We are super stoked to have Handup Gloves on board as a sponsor of The Grindstone. Thanks to their support, we will be running a “Hidden Handup” feature during the ride. On each course, there will be a pair of gloves stashed away somewhere. The first rider to find them gets to keep … Read more