Lauf Gritfest Gravel
📍 Carmarthenshire, United Kingdom
gravelmtb
Date
20-22 June 2025
Distance
5.3km · 55km · 73km · 128km
Elevation
3,170 m
Difficulty
gravelroadbeginner friendly
STRUGGLE BORDERLANDS GRAVEL
Yorkshire, United Kingdom · 12–13 September 2026
Difficulty: 4/5 — Very hard
This challenging multi-discipline event in the Yorkshire Dales offers 50km or 100km gravel routes alongside 100km, 177km, and 200km road options. Riders will face brutal terrain including jaw-clenching climbs, sandy scars, and river crossings across the stunning but demanding Borderlands landscape.
Visit official site →- Distances
- 50km · 100km
- Elevation
- 1,949 m
- Surface
- gravel, singletrack, dirt, tarmac
- Typical W/kg
- 2.8–4
Rider fit
Who it's for
This event is ideal for ambitious cyclists seeking a significant test of fitness on both challenging gravel paths and epic road climbs, with a shorter gravel option available for those new to the discipline.
Who will struggle
Riders unprepared for sustained climbing, varied and rough terrain, or those without adequate prior training will find all distances of this event a significant physical and mental challenge.
Training focus
Training should focus on endurance for long distances, climbing strength for steep ascents, and bike handling skills for navigating diverse gravel and singletrack surfaces.
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FAQs
What distances are available?+
Gravel routes of 50km and 100km are offered, along with Saturday road events covering 100km, 177km (110 miles), and 200km.
What type of terrain can I expect on the gravel routes?+
The gravel routes feature a mix of surfaces including hard-packed, chunky, and thin gravel, sandy scars, moorland tracks, singletrack, and even water-splash river crossings, with significant climbs.
What support is provided during the event?+
Riders receive comprehensive support including fully signposted routes, GPX files, roadside marshals, roving mechanical and medical assistance, well-stocked feed stations, and broomwagon recovery.
Are there feed stations, and what do they offer?+
Yes, feed stations are well-stocked with sports nutrition like Maurten gels and Veloforte bars, bananas, coconut macaroons, mini Battenberg, Soreen, and Lishmans Pork Pies with Coca Cola at the final stop.
How fit do I need to be for this event?+
The event is designed for ambitious cyclists and requires prior training and preparation, though different distances cater to aspiring riders, with the 50km gravel route suitable as a challenging introduction.
What do participants receive for finishing?+
All finishers receive an iconic Struggle medal, a Struggle bidon, an alcohol-free Cold Bath beer, instant results, and free professional photos.
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