Kisatchie Crusher- Gravel, Run, Fondo & MTB 2026

The Kisatchie Crusher runs September 12–13, 2026, in Minden, LA, featuring gravel racing, running, road cycling, and mountain biking. Saturday includes an 18/43/66-mile gravel bike race on mixed terrain with 1,200–4,400 feet of elevation gain, plus a chip-timed 5K/10K run on park roads. Sunday offers a 18/33/54-mile road fondo on paved back roads with 1,000–3,200 feet of elevation, and a chip-timed mountain bike race with beginner through Cat 1 categories on dirt trails. All participants receive a post-race meal and T-shirt. Registration closes September 3 at 11:59 p.m. for the shirt; early-bird pricing ends July 31. Aid stations, event photos, bike wash, showers, and sponsorship swag are included. A $5 park fee is covered in registration. All proceeds benefit Bike Minden for trail maintenance and expansion at Caney Lakes and Kisatchie Forest.