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Belgian Waffle Ride California 2026

15th Annual Belgian Waffle Ride California – Del Mar

May 2–3, 2026

Welkom to the second stop of the Belgian Waffle Ride Quad-Tripel Crown of Gravel Series — the 15th Annual BWR California, known as the Hell of the North (County…

The 2026 Belgian Waffle Ride California returns to the coast for a spectacular weekend at the Del Mar Polo Fields at Surf Sports Park, where rolling tarmac meets raw terrain in the Hell of the North (County).

Following the season opener in Arizona, BWR CA carries the heaviest weight of the four events that make up the Quad-Tripel Crown of Gravel, before the series heads to Utah and Montana.

This year’s BWR CA will once again push limits, fuel community, and celebrate the beautiful suffering that defines the unroad spirit.

The BWR Festival 2026: The Unroad Cycling Bash in Southern California

From May 2–3, the Belgian Waffle Ride Festival will transform the Del Mar Polo Fields into a sprawling playground for endurance enthusiasts, families, and fans. With live music, beer, food, and over 65 exhibitors, this is the hub of cycling culture on the West Coast.

It’s not just a race—it’s a weekend-long celebration of the endurance lifestyle, a gathering of adventurers, dreamers, and gravel-grinders who all share one thing: a happy disrespect for the usual.

Day 1: Saturday, May 2, 2026 – The Gran Roadie-Oh & Unroad Expo

Saturday sets the stage with The Gran Roadie-Oh, a Gran Fondo-style road ride for cyclists of all levels. Riders can choose from multiple distances to suit their appetite for speed, scenery, and suffering:

  • 100-mile Century – A full-gas coastal classic for those chasing glory

  • 100 km Metric Century – A challenging route blending beauty and bite

  • 50 km Fun Ride – A spirited spin with plenty of camaraderie

Feeling ambitious? Take on the Dubbel Header Challenge—ride the Roadie-Oh on Saturday and the BWR on Sunday to earn true Belgian bragging rights.

Meanwhile, the Unroad Expo will be in full swing at Surf Sports Park, featuring brands, artisans, and partners offering the latest in bikes, gear, and lifestyle. Enjoy the food court, local brews, live music, and a vibrant community atmosphere as you prepare for the main event.

Day 2: Sunday, May 3, 2026 – The 15th Annual Belgian Waffle Ride

Sunday brings the main event—the fifteenth running of the Belgian Waffle Ride California. The original unroad race that started it all returns with a brand-new coastal course mixing smooth tarmac, gnarly gravel, sandy sectors, and steep climbs.

Whether you take on the Waffle, Wafer, or Wanna, you’ll be part of one of the most storied and spirited cycling events in the world—where world-class pros and weekend warriors line up side by side to suffer gloriously under the Southern California sun.

At the finish, cold beer, hot waffles, and cheering fans await—all part of the grand BWR tradition of celebration and shared endurance.

New Course: This year we will remove the pinch places that caught some riders off guard and make sure the flow of the course doesn’t get impeded! 

2025 Course Highlights (2026will be different):

**Waffle – **106.5-Miles/172-Kilometers 

~7,500 Feet of Climbing

25 Unroad sectors with Flemish names

40% Unroad

7 feed zones

**Wafer – **60-Miles/97-Kilometers 

~3,750 Feet of Climbing

16 Unroad sectors

59% Unroad

Five feed zones

**Wanna – **32.7-Miles/53-Kilometers 

~2,500 Feet of Climbing

3 Unroad sectors

32% Unroad

2 feed zones

Introducing the 2026 Quad-Tripel Crown of Gravel

The Quad-Tripel Crown is a four-part test of endurance, grit, and good humor—spanning Arizona, California, Utah, and Montana. Riders must complete at least three of the four to earn the coveted Crown title.

2026 Series Dates:

• Arizona: February 27–28• California: May 2–3• Utah: June 12–13• Montana: June 19–20

Rider Perks:

Every rider will receive a BWR musette bag from Neversecond that contains essential race-day items and special swag:

  • Sponsor Swag

  • BWR Bucks for use with MUMU, Almsthre, QEJA Socks & Neversecond or a BWR Branded memento

  • Race Number and RFID Tag (for official finishing time)

  • Pre- and Post-Race Waffles, Coffee & Beverages

  • Beer

  • Finisher’s Trophy Beer

  • Bragging Rights

  • Podium Recognition for the Top 3 in each age category for Waffle & Wafer, and Top 5 Overall

The category races with the race – Q/KOM, Q/KOD, Q/KOS are not open to the elite field. Amateurs will be vying to win these jerseys.

 

T-shirts and BWR branded gear are available at registration and at the Mumu booth at the expo.

To learn more, visit https://belgianwaffleride.bike

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PRO TIP: The best thing you can do to protect your entry fee is buy the insurance. Click here: EVENT INSURANCE INFO

Training and Nutrition

  • For nutrition, swing by Neversecond.

  • Exclusive Deal: Get $25 off your Neversecond BWR race pack. Fuel up whether you’re chasing a PR, a podium, or the Quad-Tripel Crown!

To register for any of the 2026 BWR events please click the location below

Belgian Waffle Ride Arizona

Belgian Waffle Ride California

Belgian Waffle Ride Utah

Belgian Waffle Ride Montana

BWR Roadie-Oh California

Your Bike Deserves the Best Insurance

It’s essential to have separate bike insurance, like BikeInsure, to cover the risks of riding, transit, and theft risks that all bike owners face in the United States.

Guess what? Belgian Waffle Ride teamed up with BikeInsure because, let’s face it, your gravel rig deserves some badass protection. This ain’t your grandma’s insurance. While others focus on your home’s meltdown, we’re here for your two-wheeled love. BikeInsure’s got the lowdown on all bikes, especially those gritty gravel machines. Forget the fine print. They cover everything, from your custom accessories to that rad component upgrade you just had to have.

Bicycle Damage Coverage | Theft Protection Optional | Transit Included

Accessories Covered | Low Deductible | No Extra Fees | Monthly Payments

EVENT REFUND POLICY-

If event insurance was purchased you maybe be eligible for a full refund with a valid claim through the insurance provider Allianz. Full credit up until 3 months before event date.50% credit up until 1 month before event date.25% credit up until 1 week before event date.All credits will expire at the end of the 2027 BWR event season.

Categories:

  • Quad-Tripel Crown Waffle (Long Distance 100-120 miles), 100ish miles, $720.00, field limit 250, start time 08:00:00
  • Quad-Tripel Crown Waffle MTB Mountain Bike (Long Distance 100-120 miles) 2.1 Tire Min / No Drop Bars, 100ish miles, $720.00, field limit 250, start time 08:00:00
  • Quad-Tripel Crown Waffle SS Single Speed (Long Distance 100-120 miles) , 100ish miles, $720.00, field limit 250, start time 08:00:00
  • QuadTripel Crown Wafer (Medium distance 70-80 miles), 70-80ish miles, $720.00, field limit 250, start time 08:15:00
  • Quad-Tripel Crown Wafer MTB Mountain Bike (Long Distance 100-120 miles) 2.1 Tire Min / No Drop Bars, 70-80ish miles, $720.00, field limit 250, start time 08:15:00
  • Quad-Tripel Crown Wafer SS Single Speed (Medium Distance 70-80 miles) , 70-80ish miles, $720.00, field limit 250, start time 08:15:00
  • Quad-Tripel Crown Wanna - PARTY ON 2 WHEELS! (short Distance 30-40 miles), 30-40ish miles, $330.00, field limit 250, start time 08:30:00
  • Waffle , 100ish miles, $240.00, field limit 750, start time 08:00:00
  • Waffle Junior 18 and Under, 100ish miles, $50.00, field limit 50, start time 08:00:00
  • WAFFLE OG ROAD BIKE 28C TIRE MAX , RIM BRAKES, 100 ish miles, $240.00, field limit 50, start time 08:00:00
  • WAFFLE MTB LENTZ IS MORE (Min 2.1 tire, no drop bars), 100 ish miles, $240.00, field limit 50, start time 08:00:00
  • Waffle Single Speed Masochists, 100 ish miles, $240.00, field limit 50, start time 08:00:00
  • Waffle Tandem: 2 People- 1 Bike! , 100ish miles, $145.00, field limit 50, start time 08:00:00
  • Wafer , 70ish miles, $240.00, field limit 750, start time 08:15:00
  • Wafer Junior 18 and Under (Medium distance 70-80 miles), 70ish miles, $50.00, field limit 50, start time 08:15:00
  • WAFER OG ROAD BIKE 28C TIRE MAX, RIM BRAKES, 70 ish miles, $240.00, field limit 50, start time 08:15:00
  • Wafer EBike (Medium distance 70-80 miles), 70ish miles, $240.00, field limit 50, start time 08:15:00
  • WAFER MTB LENTZ IS MORE (Min 2.1 tire, no drop bars), 70ish miles, $240.00, field limit 50, start time 08:15:00
  • Wafer Tandem 2- people, 1 bike, 70ish miles, $145.00, field limit 50, start time 08:15:00
  • WAFER Single Speed Masochists, 70ish miles, $240.00, field limit 50, start time 08:15:00
  • Wanna- Party on 2 wheels, 30-40 miles, $110.00, field limit 500, start time 08:30:00
  • Wanna Junior 18 and under, 30-40 miles, $50.00, field limit 500, start time 08:30:00
  • Wanna EBike, 30-40 miles, $110.00, field limit 50, start time 08:30:00
  • Wanna Tandem: 2 People, 1 Bike!, 30-40 miles, $110.00, field limit 30, start time 08:30:00
  • Road Fondo 100 miles and BWR Waffle 100-120 miles, 100-120ish miles, $350.00, field limit 100, start time 08:00:00
  • Road Fondo 62 miles and BWR Wafer 70 miles, 70ish miles, $350.00, field limit 100, start time 08:15:00
  • Road Fondo 40 miles and BWR WANNA 30-40miles, 30-40ish miles, $170.00, field limit 100, start time 08:30:00
  • 100 miles - Century, 100 miles, $175.00, field limit 1000, start time 08:30:00
  • 62 Miles- 100K Metric Century, 62 miles, $175.00, field limit 1000, start time 08:30:00
  • 40 miles , 40 miles, $110.00, field limit 1000, start time 08:30:00

Registration:

  • Opens on Tuesday October 14, 2025
  • Closes on Saturday May 02, 2026