2023 New Yorkshire Gravel Event Launches 3/09/2023
A new epic gravel event, set deep in North Yorkshire’s most testing off-road landscape, promises to test the hardiest of cyclists over beautiful but brutal terrain. Borderlands is the newest event from Yorkshire’s leading cycling events company Struggle Events, who are experts in challenging rides in God’s Own Country. On Sunday 3rd September is Borderlands Gravel, a 100km off-road route that’s no bimble around bridleways. Borderlands takes riders over pedal-grinding climbs such as Oxnop Scar, Apedale Head, Great Pinseat and more. The area is already a playground for MTB riding. Borderlands treats riders to some of this awesome terrain, still unchartered by a gravel bike. Struggle Events Director Matt Mannakee said: “The route is amazing. Stoney shooting tracks guide you over rocky moonscapes and dips you down through abandoned mines. The landscape is worth the hard work, with 360 degree views on top of
2023: EKOI STONE CIRCLE
Race the summer solstice on this epic gravel adventure through druid Britain. Starting at dawn from the historic hilltop fort of Old Sarum, the route will pass the iconic landmark of Stonehenge as you embark on this monumental adventure. The challenge … to race the solstice sun and finish before night falls. The Ekoi Stone Circle brings the fast-rolling feel of iconic US gravel races to the UK in this truly unique 215km event. A 135km route option is also available, where ebikes are also welcome to take part. Expect a variety of terrain over the gruelling course. As well as the distraction of the stunning views and historical landmarks, there will be plenty of opportunities to stick it in the big ring and find a fast rolling group to make the kilometres fly by. Starting and finishing on the edge of Salisbury with free
Yorkshire Moors Wild Ride
RIDE OVERVIEW A mix of dense woodland and open moorland is in store for you on this punchy ride through one of the most sparsely populated & beautiful areas of England on a challenging but very rewarding 80km loop.DISTANCE: 79KM | ELEVATION: 1510M RIDE DIFFICULTY 3.5/5 TECHNICAL DIFFICULTY 4/5 PERCENTAGE OF ROUTE OFF ROAD 71%Bike & Tyre Choice: The route has a real mix of terrain but ideal throughout for gravel bikes with around 40mm tyres. Mountain bikes will be fine on parts of the route but will feel slow on the quicker sections. RIDE HIGHLIGHTS Explore one of the most stunning parts of the UK. Ride parts of the ancient Cleveland Way See ‘The finest view in England’ according to James Herriot Social drink at the finish village THE ROUTE Thirsk: 79km, 1,510mStarting in the old market town of Thirsk, we head to the first gravel