Falling Leaves
📍 Lahti, Finland
gravel
Distance
100km · 175km
Elevation
1,586 m
Difficulty
gravel
Gralloch
Scotland, United Kingdom · 24 May 2025
Difficulty: 4/5 — Very hard
A UCI Gravel World Series race through the forests of Galloway. Fast, punchy and occasionally technical Scottish gravel.
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- 111km
- Elevation
- 1,700 m
- Surface
- gravel, singletrack
- Typical W/kg
- 3.2–4.2
Rider fit
all-roundersclimbers
Who it's for
All-rounders who can handle repeated punchy efforts and want a competitive, race-paced gravel day with a World Series atmosphere.
Who will struggle
Riders who prefer steady tempo over surges — the punchy climbs and race dynamics demand repeated high-intensity efforts.
Training focus
Repeatability of hard efforts (VO2 and threshold) plus pack riding and cornering on loose gravel.
Are you ready for this race?
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FAQs
Is the Gralloch a qualifier?+
It has featured in the UCI Gravel World Series, so it can offer qualification opportunities — check the current year's regulations.
What bike setup works best?+
A gravel bike with moderately fast-rolling tyres around 40–45mm suits the mix of forest road and rougher sectors.