--- title: "Dead Swede Gravel Race 2026 — Sheridan WY — Wyo Stays" description: "Dead Swede gravel race, Sheridan WY, June 6, 2026. 20–100 mile Bighorn Mountain courses. Guide: courses, registration, lodging. Book vacation rentals direct." lang: en json-ld: | [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "The Dead Swede Gravel Race 2026", "description": "The Premier Gravel Race of the West. 20, 40, 60, and 100-mile courses through the Bighorn foothills and mountains. 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The race starts in the morning at Kendrick Park in Sheridan, Wyoming. Packet pickup is the day before (Friday) from 3–9 PM at Kendrick Park." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How do I register for the Dead Swede?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "In-person registration opens Black Friday (November 28) 10 AM–4 PM at Sheridan Bicycle Company on Main Street. Online registration opens December 1 at 7 AM MST at thedeadswede.com. Popular distances sell out — register early." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What are the Dead Swede course distances?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Four options: 20 miles (beginner/family, starts in Dayton), 40 miles (intermediate, foothills), 60 miles (advanced, Bekton Hill Climb), and 100 miles (expert, Red Grade — 3,000 ft climb in 7 miles). All courses finish in Sheridan." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Where should I stay for the Dead Swede?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The race starts and finishes in Sheridan, and the after-party is at Blacktooth Brewing downtown. Wyo Stays has 40+ vacation rentals — downtown properties put you walking distance from the start line, finish, and celebrations. Book direct at book.wyostays.com." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is the Dead Swede beginner-friendly?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes! The 20-mile course is designed for beginners and families. It's a one-way ride from Dayton to Sheridan with a shuttle provided. You finish at the same celebration as the 100-milers." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What kind of bike do I need for the Dead Swede?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "A gravel bike is ideal, but any bike capable of handling unpaved roads works. 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[Home](/) 2. [Experiences](/experiences) 3. Dead Swede 2026 The Premier Gravel Event of the West # The Dead Swede 2026 Saturday, June 6 · Sheridan, Wyoming 4 Courses: 20 / 40 / 60 / 100 Miles 00 DAYS 00 HRS 00 MIN 00 SEC [🚴 Register at thedeadswede.com →](https://thedeadswede.com)[🏠 Book Your Stay](https://book.wyostays.com/wyostays/theme/wyostays?sid=ndg-a__hfxk762a19&num_guests=1) 📅 WHEN Saturday, June 6, 2026 Registration opens Dec 1 Packet pickup: June 5, 3–9 PM 📍 WHERE Kendrick Park, Sheridan WY (20-miler starts in Dayton) Shuttle provided 🚴 COURSES 20 · 40 · 60 · 100 miles Gravel + single track \+ pavement 🎉 AFTER-PARTY Street Dance Blacktooth Brewing Awards, food, drinks, community ## Choose Your Distance Four courses for every level — from first-time gravel riders to seasoned century veterans. All courses finish in Sheridan. LITTLE RIPPERS 20 Mile Beginner / Family Tap to expand → THE CRUISER 40 Mile Intermediate Tap to expand → THE CREEPER 60 Mile Advanced Tap to expand → THE CRUSHER 100 Mile Expert Tap to expand → ## Where to Stay for the Dead Swede The race starts and finishes in Sheridan. The after-party is at Blacktooth Brewing on Main Street. 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