Dunoon Gravel Epic
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Get to know gravel cyclings best kept secret with the Dunoon Gravel Epic. With 3 routes to choose from and stunning views along the way, riders of all stripes will love this event. Come along for the friendly atmosphere and to get back into nature.
Long Route - 123k, Medium Route - 84k and Short Route - 42k
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Sat, May 27, 2023
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Kirn, United Kingdom
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Where and when
Location
Dunoon Stadium, Argyll Rd, Kirn, Dunoon PA23 7RL, UK
Start times
Long Route - 123k: 8:00 AMMedium Route - 84k: 8:00 AMShort Route - 42k: 8:00 AM
Event summary
Here are the distances available for Dunoon Gravel Epic
Long Route - 123k
123km
£59
Medium Route - 84k
84km
£59
Short Route - 42k
42km
£59
Long Route - 123k
123km
£59
Medium Route - 84k
84km
£59
Short Route - 42k
42km
£59
Route information
Long Route
Distance: 123km
Elevation: 2500m
Percentage of Route Off Road: 75%
Starting in town, this 123k route takes riders along the best kept secret in gravel cycling - Dunoon. Riders can enjoy stunning views over the Firth of Clyde before turning inland over Kilbride Hill. The long route bypasses Dunoon on the return leg to venture through deep glens and spin alongside Loch Ech before a rolling return home via the gravel.
Medium Route
Distance: 84km
Elevation: 1600m
Percentage of Route Off Road: 70%
The route follows the long route for 70k before heading back to the event village. If you want to continue along the long route, riders are welcome to do so here.
Short Route
Distance: 42km
Elevation: 950m
Percentage of Route Off Road: 80%
Riders will enjoy the best views over the Firth of Clyde and hidden Loch Striven with just one tough climb over Kilbride Hill - 4k at 5% before a final descent into Dunoon.
What's included
- Route GPX (sent out one week before)
- Feed stations with fruit, cakes, coke, water & more
- Beer at finish line
- Fully way-marked route
- Chip-timed results
- Race Village
- Free parking
- Toilets
- Rider support vans
How to get there
Dunoon Stadium, Argyll Rd, Kirn, Dunoon PA23 7RL, UK
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There will be free on-site parking available on the day.
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Find your roomEvent day logistics
07:45 Ride village opens
08:00 – 09:30 The Ridgeway Gravel X starts
17:30 Ride village closes
19:00 Links to ride times and photos sent to participants
Mechanical issues
There will be mechanics at all aid stations and ride captains to also help with any bike issues.
Race Village
At the race village, there will be toilets coffee, cake, and lots of food trucks to try.
Feed stations
Feed stations will have water, coke, cake, fruit and sports nutrition bars and nut butter. They will be approximately every 30 kilometres.
FAQs
Is there somewhere to park at the Dunoon Gravel Epic?
Yes, there will be parking available at the event.
What time does the Dunoon Gravel Epic start?
The Dunoon Gravel Epic starts at 8am.
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