Dirty Pecan registration closes soon

Laura Young ECB Publishing, Inc. The 2025 Dirty Pecan Gravel Ride is set to take place on Saturday, March 1. So far, a record 267 people have already registered to ride this year, and the deadline to sign up is Friday, Feb. 28. “What makes the Dirty Pecan special isn’t just the distances or the eclectic mix of riders,” says Betsy Barfield, the event producer. “It’s the spirit of the event. There are no podiums or trophies, only bragging rights and the satisfaction of having survived. It’s a celebration of everything that makes Jefferson County unique: the gorgeous landscapes, the unpredictable terrain and the undeniable charm of small-town hospitality.” Riders can choose