Bear National Gravel Team is the first high performance gravel development program in the country. It is currently managed by Alec Levy O’Brien.

The team consists of elite level riders from Pennsylvania, Georgia, Utah, Texas, and California.

Our mission is to provide U23 athletes the opportunity to race at a competitive level against the highest-ranking national and international gravel riders in endurance events.

We strive to help them achieve individual goals, yet work together as a team focused on results. We provide resources such as mechanical support, race support, and travel support, in addition to financial support.

We hope to break into the established pro ranks this year and inspire the younger generation to explore skinny tires on the dirt.

BEAR NATIONAL GRAVEL TEAM 2026 ROSTER

2026 RACE CALENDAR

• Belgian Waffle Ride AZ - Feb 28

• Sea Otter Classic - April 16

• Belgian Waffle Ride CA - May 3

• Unbound Gravel - May 31

• Belgian Waffle Ride MT - June 20

• Leadville Trail 100 MTB - August 15

• Gravel National Champs - September 12

• Little Sugar MTB - October 11

• Big Sugar Gravel - October 17

GRAVEL TEAM SPONSORS 2026