Brecon Beacons Gravel Epic

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  • Date Sun 22nd May 2022
  • Time 08:00
  • Location Tredegar, Gwent
  • Price £45.00
  • Races 1 race

Event summary

Join Glorious Gravel for the Brecon Beacons Gravel Epic on Sunday 22nd May 2022 in Tredegar, Gwent. This challenging 80km ride will take you from the urban backdrop of Merthyr Tydfil to the wild and remote landscapes of the Brecon Beacons. With 60% of the route off-road, expect stunning gravel sections and quiet backroads through the glorious Welsh countryside. The terrain can be tough in places, with rocky technical tracks and steep climbs, but the breathtaking scenery makes it all worth it. This ride is rated 4/5 for both ride and technical difficulty, so be prepared for a true epic adventure. Whether you choose a gravel bike or a mountain bike, make sure to pick a tyre with good tread and volume to handle the varied terrain. Don't miss out on this unforgettable gravel experience in one of the most beautiful parts of Wales!

Brecon Beacons Gravel Epic

Sun 22nd May 2022

A gravel pathway runs through a hilly landscape covered with patches of snow and scattered trees. Dense evergreen forests cover the rolling hills in the background under a cloudy sky, creating a serene, chilly atmosphere. Two cyclists are riding on a gravel path through a scenic forested landscape. They wear bright jackets, one in neon yellow and the other in a mix of orange and blue. The path winds through rolling hills under a partly cloudy sky. Sparse trees flank the path.

Organiser's Description

From the contrasting urban backdrop of Merthyr Tydfil to the wild and remote landscape of the Brecon Beacons this ride promises a bit of everything. The terrain can be challenging in places and this is one of our tougher rides but you can expect to be rewarded with trails taking you through stunning scenery where sometimes the biggest challenge is deciding where to stop to take the best photo! A real gravel epic with stunning gravel sections and quiet backroads in this glorious part of Wales.

DISTANCE: 80KM | ELEVATION: 1,500M
RIDE DIFFICULTY 4/5
TECHNICAL DIFFICULTY 4/5
PERCENTAGE OF ROUTE OFF ROAD 60%

Terrain & Bike Choice:The route terrain has a huge contrast from smooth tarmac to rocky technical tracks making any bike and tyre choice a compromise. We’d recommend picking a tyre with a decent amount of tread for the off road sections and one in a larger volume size to smooth out some of the bumpy sections. The route can get challenging on a gravel bike in places and some riders may find a mountain bike would also be a good choice for this ride.

Races

  • Brecon Beacons Gravel Epic

    £45.00

    CLOSED

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Tredegar, Wales, United Kingdom

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