Hidden Valley Test Race (DRAFT)
📍 Lapland, Finland
gravel
Date
TBC 2025
Distance
100km
Elevation
900 m
Difficulty
gravelbeginner friendly
FNLD GRVL
Lakeland, Finland · 13–15 June 2025
Difficulty: 3/5 — Hard
Fast, rolling Finnish gravel through endless forest and lake roads. Smooth surfaces but relentless pace make it a true diesel test.
Visit official site →- Distances
- 70km · 135km · 300km
- Elevation
- 1,800 m
- Surface
- gravel, tarmac
- Typical W/kg
- 2.8–3.6
Rider fit
diesel ridersfirst-timersadventurers
Who it's for
Endurance riders who can hold a steady tempo for hours and enjoy fast, non-technical gravel. The 70km route is genuinely beginner-friendly.
Who will struggle
Pure climbers and anyone expecting technical singletrack — this is about sustained power on rolling roads, not punchy efforts.
Training focus
Build aerobic endurance and the ability to hold sweet-spot power for 4+ hours. Practice fuelling on the bike for long days.
Are you ready for this race?
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FAQs
Is FNLD GRVL good for beginners?+
Yes — the 70km route is well-supported and runs on smooth gravel, making it one of the more beginner-friendly options on the calendar.
How technical is the course?+
Minimal technical demand. Surfaces are predominantly hardpack gravel and tarmac links, so handling skills matter less than steady endurance.