We are so grateful for the amazing business partners that help bring our events to life. We work only with the best in the business and are proud of the relationships we have built over the years. North Shore, Minnesota, and USA made products that add greatness to the gravel cycling community. Please consider these partners when shopping for your provisions or planning your Le Grand weekend. Thank you!
Bearskin Lodge Bearskin lodge is donating a three night stay at their beautiful lodge! Bearskin Lodge is an all season getaway located on Minnesota's Gunflint Trail. Sitting at the edge of the BWCAW, Bearskin is a great destination for skiing, paddling, hiking, biking and relaxing. A family owned, family friendly resort, get outside and enjoy the outdoors with us at Bearskin Lodge.
Cascade Vacation Rentals Leaders in North Shore vacation rentals. CVR is your go-to for finding just the right lodging on the North Shore for Le Grand and other North Shore adventures.
Cedaero Two Harbors based bike bag sewers and designers are the best in the business! Dan and his talented band of makers will be at Le Grand tent with plenty of freshly made bags.
Crushing Mechanics Rich and Lynne are generous partners of Heck of the North Productions. From vehicle and storage support to basecamp hosting, they do it all. They also sell equipment for making gravel roads! Who could ask for more! Thanks Rich and Lynne!
Embark Maple Syrup Our Wisconsin based maple syrup suppliers. They are new and really bringing it this year. They will be supplying our checkpoints with packets of their finest syrup. And yes, they may or may not be in fox suits, climbing trees or otherwise cheering you on in the one and only Embark way.
Epicurean Duluth based cutting board and kitchen tool company. A long time supporter of cycling and Heck of the North Productions. They are donating beautiful cutting boards and tote bags to our volunteer crews.
Fika Coffee Lutsen based coffee roasters are your go-to for coffee while traveling the North Shore. They will be supplying us with bags of their finest roasts.
HED Cycling The leaders in bicycle wheels. Minnesota based HED has been a sponsor of our events from the beginning. This year, we will be once again giving away a pair of their amazing gravel wheelsets. One of my favorite cycling companies and long time supporters of gravel cycling!
Lake Superior Dental Associates This amazing crew! They generously supply bikepacking approved toothbrushes, floss and toothpaste. We will have the healthiest bikepackers in the country again this year. Thanks for your gracious support!
Loll Designs Duluth based modern, outdoor furniture makers have been long time supporters of all things cycling in the region. We will be giving away one of their beautiful Lollygagger Lounge Chairs
North Shore Winery This amazing winery (and cider maker) will be supplying tasting sessions to our fastest riders on the podium. A must place to visit while on the North Shore!
Otso Cycles and Wolf Tooth Components Minnesota based bike, tool and component builders. Wolf Tooth Components and Otso Cycles are dedicated supporters of gravel and trail riding in Minnesota and beyond. We thank them for their awesome tool and swag donations for our fastest riders.
Taiga Design + Builders Grand Marais based carpenters and designers. The best and most beautiful construction operation on the North Shore. Logistical supporters of the event. Thank you!
Visit Cook County Original partners of Le Grand du Nord. If only every event company could have a county based resource like Visit Cook County. Your go-to for Grand Marais and Cook County travel, event and logistical information.
Voyageur Brewing Company THE party spot for Le Grand du Nord! Grab a spot on one of their decks and watch the finish line action all day! Enjoy one of their great craft beers and delicious menu items. We appreciate their support from day one. Be generous and kind to their hard working crew!