Kielder Triple Crown
📍 North England, United Kingdom
gravel
Date
29 August 2026
Distance
186km · 114km · 57km
Elevation
3,650 m
Difficulty
gravel
The Centurion
Thruxton, United Kingdom · 18 July 2026
Difficulty: 5/5 — Brutal
The 217km Double Centurion is a challenging gravel epic through Wiltshire, featuring varied off-road surfaces and significant elevation, while the 100km route offers a moderately difficult, but still rewarding, gravel experience. It's a demanding route for experienced riders, navigating Salisbury Plain and Wessex byways.
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- 217km · 100km
- Elevation
- 2,700 m
- Surface
- gravel, tarmac, singletrack, dirt
- Typical W/kg
- 2.8–3.6
Rider fit
Who it's for
This event is ideal for well-conditioned gravel riders seeking a significant physical and technical challenge over long distances, particularly those who enjoy varied terrain and a weekend camping experience.
Who will struggle
Beginners, riders new to gravel, or those without significant endurance training will find the long route particularly difficult due to its length, sustained effort, and mixed technical surfaces.
Training focus
Training should prioritize long-distance endurance, sustained climbing power, and adaptability to varied off-road surfaces, including specific efforts for repeated shorter, punchy climbs.
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FAQs
What are the available distances and their respective elevations?+
The event offers a 217km "Double Centurion" route with 2,700m of elevation gain and a 100km "Centurion" route with 1,200m of elevation gain.
What type of terrain can riders expect on the course?+
The route is approximately 30% tarmac, with the remaining 70% comprising a mix of tank tracks, smooth fire roads, singletrack, and doubletrack across Salisbury Plain and the Wiltshire countryside.
What is the overall difficulty and is it suitable for new gravel riders?+
The long 217km route is rated as very difficult, requiring riders to be in decent shape due to its length and varied surfaces. The 100km route is moderately difficult and is described as a good first gravel century. While not all "champagne gravel," the technical sections are generally suitable for newer gravel riders.
What kind of bike and tire recommendations are there?+
Gravel bikes are ideal, but hardtail mountain bikes are also suitable. For the long route, wider gravel tires (40-50mm) are recommended, while standard 35-45mm tires are suggested for the medium route.
What support is provided during the ride?+
Riders can expect a fully signed route, accurate GPX files, feed stops with proper food (tea, coffee, cake, sandwiches, crisps), available mechanics at the rider village and feed stops, and support vans for major mechanicals or collection.
Are there any weekend activities or camping options?+
Yes, camping is available on Friday and Saturday night at the ride village. The weekend also includes social racing, coffee rides, and opportunities to watch Tour de France stages on a big screen.
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