Cotswolds 100/200/300
📍 Bath, Somerset, United Kingdom
gravelmtb
Date
19-21 September 2026
Distance
100 miles · 200 miles · 300 miles
Elevation
8,976 m
Difficulty
mtb
Highland Trail 550
Scottish Highlands, United Kingdom · 8 May 2027
Difficulty: 5/5 — Brutal
A brutal 550-mile self-supported mountain bike adventure through the Scottish Highlands featuring over 16,000 meters of climbing and highly technical, remote terrain.
Visit official site →- Distances
- 550 miles
- Elevation
- 16,000 m
- Surface
- singletrack, dirt
- Typical W/kg
- 3.2–4
Rider fit
Who it's for
Experienced ultra-endurance bikepackers who thrive on remote wilderness, severe weather, and extensive hike-a-bike sections.
Who will struggle
Riders lacking advanced navigation skills, technical descending ability, or the resilience to handle multi-day fatigue in harsh weather.
Training focus
Building deep aerobic endurance, hike-a-bike efficiency, technical mountain bike handling, and self-supported multi-day recovery.
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FAQs
How long is the route?+
The route spans 550 miles with over 16,000 meters of climbing.
What is the entry process?+
Participation is limited to 60 riders, with applications opening on 7th November 2026 for the 2027 group start, requiring a brief resume of tough bikepacking experience.
What kind of terrain should I expect?+
The course includes excellent trails and quiet roads alongside boggy, very technical sections and extended periods of hike-a-bike.
Is GPS navigation required?+
While GPS units are commonly used and navigation is straightforward with them, riders must be competent at navigating without one and carry a paper map backup.