Kielder Triple Crown
📍 North England, United Kingdom
gravel
Date
29 August 2026
Distance
186km · 114km · 57km
Elevation
3,650 m
Difficulty
gravel
Lancashire Gravel Epic
Lancashire, United Kingdom · 4th July 2026
Difficulty: 5/5 — Brutal
This 103km and 2,200m elevation gravel epic in Lancashire offers a challenging off-road adventure, including the legendary Salter Fell. Riders will navigate a mix of smooth fire roads, technical gravel, and scenic back roads, requiring solid fitness and experience.
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- 103km · 68km
- Elevation
- 2,200 m
- Surface
- gravel, tarmac
- Typical W/kg
- 3.2–4.2
Rider fit
Who it's for
This event is ideal for experienced gravel cyclists and regular off-roaders looking for a tough, long-distance challenge with significant climbing and technical sections.
Who will struggle
Beginner cyclists or those new to off-road riding will find both the physical demands and the technical terrain of this event extremely challenging.
Training focus
Training should focus on long endurance rides, sustained climbing both on and off-road, and developing technical skills for rocky and chunky gravel sections.
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FAQs
What are the available route distances and their difficulties?+
There are two routes: a long route of 103km with 2,200m of climbing, rated 5/5 for both ride and technical difficulty, and a medium route of 68km with 1,500m of climbing, rated 3/5 for ride difficulty and 4/5 for technical difficulty.
What type of terrain can riders expect on the course?+
The course is a significant mix of surfaces, with approximately 55-60% off-road sections including smooth fire roads, varied gravel, and chunky or rocky parts on climbs like Salter Fell, complemented by 40-45% tarmac back roads.
What bike and tyre recommendations are suggested for the event?+
Gravel bikes are recommended, but hardtail MTBs are also suitable. Riders should plan for wide all-round gravel tyres, specifically between 42-50mm, for optimal performance across the mixed terrain.
What support is provided during the ride and at the finish line?+
The event offers a fully signed route, accurate GPX files, checkpoints with proper food (tea, coffee, cake, sandwiches, crisps) every 30-40km, mechanics at the start village and selected feed stops, and support vans for major mechanicals or collections. Finishers will receive a beer and have food available from a food truck.
How challenging is the ride, and what level of fitness is required?+
This is a tough ride, especially the long route, which requires riders to be in decent shape, as it involves long climbs on and off-road and technical gravel sections, with estimated ride times of 5.5-8 hours. The long route is reserved for experienced riders.
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