Choose from two routes: The Dagger at 500 miles, 35,000 feet of vert or the Baby Dagger at 225 miles with 17,000 feet of vert—both starting and finishing at Chestnut Mountain Resort in Galena, IL. This is where rugged gravel roads, steep ascents, and peaceful backcountry stretches meet the raw beauty of the Driftless Region. With minimal pavement, endless climbs, and small-town resupply stops sprinkled along the way, the Dagger is "Death by a Thousand Cuts"—a challenge built for riders who thrive off-road and live for big miles. Are you ready to earn your scars?

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