Badlands

Badass Ride

June, 2026

All Inclusive Price - $2,295

A panoramic view of the Badlands with rock formations and the setting sun.

“Expectations Exceeded.”
~ Jill

Itinerary

Two pronghorn antelopes resting beside a dirt road in a grassy field with a background of rolling hills and a herd of bison grazing in the distance.
Inside a narrow, winding canyon with reddish-brown rocky walls, small patches of vegetation, and dim lighting.

Day 1 - The day starts with a guided tour of the famed Wind Cave. Onto two wheels, riders will wind through the quiet backroads of the Black Hills. Next in store is Custer State Wildlife Refuge. Animals as small as a prairie dog and as large as a herd of buffalo will be spectating roadside. After a visit to the Bison Center riders have the opportunity to climb up to the Mt Coolidge fire tower and soak in the expanse. The day wraps up pedaling through Custer and past the Crazy Horse.

Mountain range with rocky peaks in the background, surrounded by a dense forest of green pine trees under a partly cloudy blue sky.
Mount Rushmore National Memorial with four carved faces of U.S. presidents surrounded by trees and a clear blue sky.

Day 2 - Rolls out of the hotel and onto a gravel railroad bed. After a few miles embark onto one of the most underrated scenic beauties in the United States. On the Needles Highway riders will weave amongst giant granite cathedrals gawking at their stunning beauty. Take an optional 1 mile flat hike looping Sylvan Lake in the heart of these granite giants. The ride continues onto the Peter Norbeck scenic byway known for its pigtails and tunnels showcasing Mt Rushmore. This builds the excitement for Mt Rushmore. Soak in views from all angles on the 6/10 mile Presidential trail. Finish the day rolling along centuries old rail lines likely catching a view of a 150-year-old steam engine puffing by.

Six children standing on rocky terrain with a canyon in the background, four girls and two boys, smiling and posing for the photo.
Person holding a bowl of three scoops of ice cream, two chocolate and one vanilla, with melted chocolate on top.

Day 3 - After a transfer to the ghost town of Scenic, riders will descend down to the valley flanking the Badlands. The morning light brings out incredible colors from the layers of the sedimentary rock. Before long riders will find themselves riding amongst these infamous rock spires. Short hikes off showcase the colors bleeding from different layers of the Earth. The day concludes with a sandwich and ice cream and the famed Wall Drug.

A dirt road winding through open green fields under a cloudy sky.
A group of cyclists riding up a dirt road through a green landscape with cloudy sky.

Day 4 - Gravel Day. This day is your day to explore the back country of the Black Hills. The FA.S.T Endurance will be supporting a ~25, 50, & 75 mile route. Nothing fancy, just get in a nice carefree ride. Then get a shower in before driving or flying home

Map of a train or rail route in the western United States, passing through or near national parks and green areas.

    • 4 Nights hotel

    • 4 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, & 3 Dinners

    • Entry into all state and national parks on the routes

    • Stocked & Staffed Aid Stations

    • On Call Sag Support

    • Wake up to a relaxing breakfast at or near the hotel.

    • During breakfast our staff will ensure that your device has the days course uploaded.

    • After breakfast repack your luggage and pack a day bag. Our staff will load your luggage in a van bound for the next hotel. Day bags will be loaded in a van bound for aid station #2.

    • Each morning ride will roll out in 1 single group or in waves based on terrain, ability level, and group size.

    • The 1st aid stop will be our coffee stop.  This will be between 1/3 & 1/2 way and will have coffee, sports drink, water, bananas, bars, and gels.

    • The 2nd aid stop will be our lunch stop. This will be between 2/3 & 3/4 of the way. This stop will have sandwiches and finger foods (chips/pretzels), sports drink, water, gels, bars, and your day bag.

    • Upon arrival to the hotel riders will be met with our staff who will hand out room keys and share dinner plans.

    • Dinner will be at a local restaurant or catered to hotel.

  • Day 1 - 75 (45, 25) miles, Rolling Hills
    Day 2 - 50 (35, 25) miles, Rolling Hills
    Day 3 - 90 (60, 45) miles, Flat
    Day 4 - 75 (50, 25) miles, Rolling Hills

  • By Car - Hill City, South Dakota

    By Air - Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) is 45 minutes from Hill City.

  • Average high 70
    Average low 40

    June tends to be dry pleasantly warm and breezy.

  • We call it our escalator. Jump in the van and make the day achievable. Whether it is bringing you up the first climb or leap frogging you to the front of the line. Our goal is to set you up to have the most scenic and enjoyable experience possible.

  • We recommend a gravel bike. Tire width would be at least 30’s, preferably in that 40+ range.


    E-bikes with Batteries over 700Wh are welcome. We will support you on the journey but can only provide limited sag support due to the weight of the bike.

  • Single Occupancy

    Airport transfer

    Bike Rental

    Post Ride Food & Snack Service

    Bike Build & Rebox

    Personal Domestique

Registration Opens October 1st

Registration Opens October 1st