OCS Pyrénées Ariégeoises
📍 Occitanie, France
roadgravelmtb
Date
5–7 September 2026
Distance
350km · 150km
Elevation
8,000 m
Difficulty
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Elevation Vercors 2026
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France · 3–5 July 2026
Difficulty: 5/5 — Brutal
A brutal 350 km unsupported bikepacking challenge featuring a massive 10,000 meters of elevation through the French Prealps. Competitors have a strict 60-hour window to complete the mixed-terrain course, which is split between 60% off-road paths and 40% pavement.
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- 350km
- Elevation
- 10,000 m
- Surface
- gravel, tarmac, dirt
- Typical W/kg
- 3–4
Rider fit
Who it's for
This event is ideal for seasoned, self-sufficient ultra-endurance cyclists who enjoy high-altitude climbing and rugged alpine scenery.
Who will struggle
Riders with limited experience in multi-day self-navigation or those unprepared for continuous, steep mountain ascents will find this course extremely difficult.
Training focus
Your preparation should emphasize consecutive long-distance climbing days, back-to-back endurance rides, and dialled-in self-supported gear logistics.
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FAQs
What is the distance and total elevation gain?+
The event features a single 350 km route that packs in an intense 10,000 meters of total elevation climbing.
What kind of bike is recommended for this route?+
The terrain is 60% off-road and 40% paved roads, making a gravel bike or a mountain bike the ideal choice.
Is this a supported race?+
No, this is an entirely unsupported bikepacking event, meaning riders must manage their own food, water, navigation, and sleeping arrangements.
What is the time limit to finish?+
Participants must complete the course within a maximum time limit of 60 hours.
Where does the event start?+
The route begins in the commune of L'Albenc, located in the Isère department of France's Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region.
Is there a limit on registration?+
Yes, participation in the Elevation Vercors is strictly limited to 100 riders.
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