My first gravel event - glorious gravel ( Peak District )

Описание: Peak District Gravel Epic
16th September 2023 | Buxton

A late summer / early autumn gravel EPIC. Choose between the short 64km route on (relatively) flat / rolling terrain, the medium 84km option with one of the fastest and prettiest century rides of the year or the full, epic, 139km route including some epic gravel to the north of the White Peak.

All of the routes take in parts of the classic trails in the area including Monsal, Tissington & High Peak as well as some secret local spots. An epic day out in one of the most stunning National Parks in the UK.

We did the Medium route: 84 KM | 1000m climb.

Route & sign posted ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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GPX accuracy ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Support ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Dabikeguru Recommendation : Xlent day out, luckily for us the weather held really well. Cloudy, but zero rain, pleasant weather for a bike ride. S gravel climbs need proper gear range to survive with a wide 35 - 45 mm tyre. I ride this trail in my 8 years old cyclo modified gravel cannondale CAADX. Smashed all the climbs.

The route was a treat, quality gravel and my bike served really well. The only let off was lack of hot food. The event was so amazing, I am happy to pay a few more quid to get quality hot food or some proper sandwich & coffee.

But anyways loved it. My first gravel ride

Thank you glorious gravel

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