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2025 Beyond The Dirt Continues!

We are excited to bring this back to the area!

Join us again at Beyond The Dirt on Aug 9th. This event continues another year being hosted in the center of the PA Wilds!

With multiple routes to choose from, there’s something for everyone. Feeling competitive? You can decide that on the day of the event. Feeling like a party pace ride with a group of friends? You can do that too! Awards will be given to age groups and open categories.

We welcome you to join us in a weekend of camping, scenic gravel roads with amazing vistas, live music, awesome food, and most important, spending time with the community of like minded people and enjoying a weekend of riding. More info will be released as routes are approved and updated on www.beyondthedirt.com.

Bring your friends and Family! Open to the public.

THANK YOU TO OUR 2025 PARTNERSHIPS

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Thanks for supporting Project Pedal! We aim to respond to all submissions within 48 hours. (We love getting out for our rides too!)

support@projectpedal.org

We’re super excited to bring Beyond The Dirt back once again for 2025. Registration is live on bikereg.com and is ready to be filled with some amazing people! We’ve got some new routes to try out this year that reflect the roots of this event as well as different venue to start and finish from. Check out our site for more info on the event 👉 www.beyondthedirt.com . As an added bonus, make sure you ask any Project Pedal rider for a special discount code for some extra 💰off our already low registration price. This discount will be available for use on all April registrations!

@midsouthgravel 2025 brought things no one could have imagined. The 20hr drive to get there, the pre-ride, drinks @stonecloudbrewingstw, and grub at Louie’s was the amazing standard Ive become used to. This was our third year making the trip we look forward to. No one seen this coming though. Fires, evacuations, emergency personal risking their lives for the community, uncertainty, and ultimately the cancellation of the event. My thoughts go out to the residents of Stillwater OK whom lost everything they have and all the emergency personnel fighting so hard to get everything under control. Friday evening @benjaminsmith814 @theroadcollective @timmerrrr and I were evacuated and we made our way in the following days to Bentonville to ride the @bigsugarclassic course and put some time in on our bikes. Although we didn’t get to compete our original plan, the spirit and support @midsouthgravel has for their community is unreal. @unlearnpavement was dealt cards no one should ever have to play. Bobby, we will be back in 2026. Save a hug for us. Thanks to our 2025 partners @mudbeardbike @tifosioptics @ari.bikes @tailwindnutrition @squirt_cycling_us @giordanacycling @kaliprotectives

What a weekend @phillybikeexpo. This was our first year attending the expo and we met some great peeps along the way. @mudbeardbike, @activelywandering, and I made the trip to check out what’s new for 2025 and I have to say there’s a lot going on. Cycling is ever changing but the constant that remains is that everyone wants people to enjoy the time spent on two wheels. Next up, @midsouthgravel

This weekend was filled with a road trip to @roadappleroubaix for a season opener that didn’t disappoint. Mother Nature decided it was necessary to break the year in with 14+mph winds, temps in the 20�’s, and some snow and ice to top it off. We slung some @squirt_cycling_us lube on the chain, filled the bottles with @tailwindnutrition , and let the @ari.bikes Shafer eat. What a proper season opener. Next up, @midsouthgravel in 2 weeks. Upcoming 20hr drive and who knows, maybe it’ll be a mud year?

Guys, we’ve been capitalizing on some good weather when we get it. This past weekend we got out for a gentle 5hr ride in preparation for @roadappleroubaix this coming weekend and @midsouthgravel in two weeks. Not sure which is better, cold or mud? One things for sure is that we will enjoy every minute of it. Regardless of conditions we’re slinging some @squirt_cycling_us lube on the chain and sending it to the end with our @ari.bikes . Can’t wait to see you folks out there!

The last few winters have been spent out on the road with the gravel rigs soaking up mid 30’s and 40 degree weather. This year has proven to be the year of the fat bike. Mother Nature doesn’t look like she’s giving up anytime soon so it looks like it’ll be another weekend on the studs. Plugging away miles towards the first event of the year @midsouthgravel. These roads might not be red but they are filled with plenty of fun. See you in the forest guys.

With new years out of the way we’re hard at creating another year of gravel madness for you. @projectpedal will again be hosting @ridebeyondthedirt. Keep your eyes peeled for the registration release. 2025 will still hold a race or ride format and we welcome all skill levels. We’re thankful for all the riders that braved the crazy rain in 2024 and as soon as we have new routes we will get them posted. We hope y’all are getting in those winter miles and we hope to share some more with you in August! #ridebeyondthedirt #projectpedal

Happy Holidays to all you amazing people out there! Whatever your holidays may bring, we are thankful to have your support and can’t wait to bring in the New Year! Safe travels to everyone out there and happy cycling to winter warrior’s! #projectpedal

Winter Solstice 2025 - For some the longest night of the year and others the tradition of a new beginning. Winter time means making room for things that may not always be cycling related. Keeping yourself geared up and motivated may mean going for hike. Especially when Mother Nature drops you some pretty low temps. Hiking to Devils Den in 14 degrees last night but the warmth of the fire and good friends took the chill off. #projectpedal #mentalhealthrecovery

From our cycling family to yours! No matter how you’re celebrating or spending the day, we’re here to say we’re always thankful for your support!

Huge kudos to @helenakotala and the crew @publiclandsride ! This weekend @activelywandering and I had the opportunity to get out and volunteer as sweep for the 40 mile course.

The day was filled with rain, mud, and chunk! Pirogies station by @nittanymountainworks and @pennsylvaniagray kept the bellies full as well as the snacks from @dapryor over @unpavedpennsylvania

For years I wanted to experience this ride and couldn’t be happier with the vibe from the day.

#publiclands #publiclandsride
#PAallday #explorePA #PAbybike #PAgravel #projectpedal

Save the date! August 17th! We’re a month out and the views keep getting better. Join us to check out some of the amazing vistas in the area!

Don’t forget to register:

https://www.bikereg.com/beyondthedirt

#projectpedal #ridebeyondthedirt #gravel #pagravel #pawilds

Today we are absolutely thankful for the opportunity to partner with @ari.bikes !!!!

When it comes to bike options there’s so many on the market. We’ve had the opportunity to ride other brands and I have to say we more than impressed with the quality and performance of these rigs. This was worth the wait. With huge tire clearance, mounts for every option, and responsive performance from this frameset, The #arishafer has everyone in mind. Racing to bike-packing, this will do it.

What’s this build look like?

@sramroad force business up front
@srammtb Transmission party in the back
@wolf_tooth_comp chain ring
@quarq power meter
@conti_bicycle 2.0 RaceKings
@dtswiss 240exp hub set
@garmincycling head unit and radar

Maybe we will see you at
@transylvaniaproductions
Camp Michaux Gravel this weekend.

#aribike #arishafer #beinthemoment #projectpedal

What types of surface will you be riding on @ridebeyondthedirt ?

Here it is guys!

All routes will consist of limestone roads that are maintained by the elk State Forest, some dirt fire roads/access roads, double track, and of course some pavement connectors. There will not be any single track in the event this year. From a technical standpoint I would say all courses are easily navigated without issue. The most challenging terrain is at the end of which is a forest access road that has some small ruts at the moment.

All of these routes can be completed on smaller tires but we do recommend at least a size 38c tire of your choice.

Have questions? Let’s hear them!

#ridebeyondthedirt #projectpedal #gravel #gravelgrinder #pawilds

Does mental health even matter?

This is me last year at @roughneck_gravel_roubaix . As I lined up to support this local event, I was at the one of the lowest points I’ve ever been mentally. Not one single fiber in my body wanted to make the pedals turn for this 70 mile event. I was constantly busy with too many projects and always saying yes. I wasn’t putting aside time to ride my bike. I wasnt putting time aside for me. I wasn’t putting time aside for the things I love. I was failing at the things I set forth to accomplish.

Fast-forward.

In 24 hours I will be lining up to participate in Roughneck Roubaix’s 250 mile event. I’m excited. I’m prepared. I’m mentally ready. Cycling has brought me here.

What did it take? Huge support from those around me. Taking time for myself to focus on me. Allowing people in. Sometimes all it takes is someone asking if you’re ok and you give them the real answer. That is where your support will come in. No one has to fight a mental battle alone. Ask your friends, ask your family, ask when you think something’s wrong.

Mental health does matter. Thank you to everyone that supports this project and makes this machine come alive. You are the back bone of its success. I hope to see everyone @ridebeyondthedirt in August!

Life is a project, pedal through it.

Look for a tracking link to follow for tmmws event. Start time is 1pm.

@flowformulas @squirt_cycling_us @ari.bikes #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #gravelcyclist #graveladventure #projectpedal

Post Midsouth Update!!

We took the trip once again to @midsouthgravel located in Stillwater OK. 18 hours of travel and @unlearnpavent always knows how to throw a hell of a party! You need to put this thing on your list for 2025!

The community here and overall welcoming feeling you have is surreal. True inclusivity. I can only hope everyone feels the same @ridebeyondthedirt !

The conditions were perfect and made for some smooth sailing this year. I had the opportunity to cruise around with some awesome peeps @activelywandering @theroadcollective @stringer8678 @bretton_beard @jamiebestwick @samantha.311 and get some solid pre-rides in.

When’s another mud year gonna show its face? Hopefully not too soon.

I’m super thankful to connect with some awesome humans this year and be able to continue forward with our upcoming projects. Midsouth has surely been one to model after. Here’s to 2024 and I’ll be back in 2025 without a doubt

@flowformulas @squirt_cycling_us @ari.bikes @giordanacycling @esigrips #gravel #gravelcycling #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #bikelife #midsouthgravel

5 hrs before the start….. Laying here restless at 3am just waiting for the 100 mile to kick off at 8. It’s been a blast again watching the event come together and unfold through the week. To alllllll @midsouthgravel riders in the event today, have a great ride, stay safe and flat free, and most important of all - take in the time you’ve made for yourself to be here.

@flowformulas @squirt_cycling_us @ari.bikes @activelywandering @stringer8678 @theroadcollective @equalvisioncoaching @giordanacycling

#midsouth #midsouthgravel

I’m proud to start announcing our 2024 sponsored motivators/athletes/ambassadors! PROJECT PEDAL supports all ends of the spectrum when it comes to cycling. Follow along this year for a full mental health uplift and be sure to say hi to these amazing people!

Vanessa Johnson:

3 x 140.6 IronMan 🚴‍♀️
5 x 70.3 IronMan 🚴‍♀️

I am an all round athlete. I like having a variety of workouts to do and mix things up to keep my body strong on all levels.

My main form of competition is the triathlon. I compete in all distances but my favorite is the 70.3 distance also know as the half IronMan. I have completed three full 140.6 IronMan’s and five half IronMan races since 2018. The triathlon fits my high energy personality.

My passion is running. It brings so much joy and I get to do it with my two dogs, Roy & Nova. I also swim, cycle, hike, walk and weight-lift/instruct with a program called Les Mills BodyPump.

I believe fitness is a way of life. You should wake up every day and move your body for the rest of your life. The only person you are in competition is with yourself. No excuses.

@trinrun_vj182006 @flowformulas @squirt_cycling_us #flowformulasfamily #flowformulasambassador #cycling #motivaton #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters

When you have snow like we do here it makes you think of spring. Ready to get back outside for the season and watch the woods grow green again! @theroadcollective @dianawolfe4 @tim.tris @jacobwilliamosswald @stringer8678 @activelywandering @belsole21 @ashbfresh @pappyjones89 @trinrun_vj182006

Sooooooooo many projects this year! Can’t wait to be back in Stillwater Ok again in 3 months for @midsouthgravel with @theroadcollective. If anyone has a chance to put this on your list of events to attend, you won’t be disappointed. The vibes there are amazing, the routes are killer, and @unlearnpavement is one sick dude. His energy is top notch! It’s events like this that bring so much good to the cycling community and help create so many ideas for @ridebeyondthedirt See you soon………………… @flowformulas @squirt_cycling_us

I may be outta breath but I got my ride in and made sure registration opened early!!!! Get over there and get your awesome self registered!!

https://www.bikereg.com/beyondthedirt

New Year’s resolution to try something new?

Someone thinks you can’t do it? Prove them wrong!

With a ride or race feature you can party pace this thing and feel accomplished when your done!

Bring some friends and hang out for the finishers and after party!

@ridebeyondthedirt @squirt_cycling_us @flowformulas @equalvisioncoaching #gravel

Registration is opening soon!! Maybe even early! Website launches New Years! Keep your eyes open and your finger on that registration button!

🚵‍♂️Need training? Jump on board with Equal Vision Coaching and mention Beyond The Dirt!
http://Www.equalvisioncoaching.com

Exiting new event coming your way!! Beyond The Dirt. August 16th,17th, and 18th 2024. Join everyone for some camping, riding, and some good times. Head on over to @ridebeyondthedirt and follow along for event updates. Registration link coming soon on @bikereg

With the year over half way through these guys have been putting in some work this year and I’m excited to have them as our ambassadors! @theroadcollective @trinrun_vj182006 @lancehenninger @jacob.osswald @j_jones8989 @dianawolfe4 @tim.tris Many thanks to our sponsors and good luck to the rest of your year! #flowformulasfamily #squirtcyclingproducts @flowformulas @squirt_cycling_us @thedaminn @jeff_majesticreels

Community. This is one of the pieces that makes riding a bike so special. Everyone of all skill sets in the same place to do the same thing. Ride a bike, exchange stories, and meet new people. #projectpedal #flowformulasfamily @flowformulas @squirt_cycling_us @thedaminn @jeff_majesticreels @spitzerauto

Easter Vibes! #flowformulasfamily #squirtlube #spitzerauto #thedaminn #majesticreels

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