Men's Gravel Race (U60)
Bike 78km
King's Cup Gravel Festival
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Join thousands of riders in the King’s Forest taking part in the ultimate gravel festival. Host to the inaugural British Gravel Championships as well as live music and camping, this weekend is the ultimate celebration of all-things gravel.
How to enter the King's Cup Gravel Festival
Men's Gravel Race (60+)
Bike 52kmWomen's Gravel Race
Bike 52kmGravel Fondo (Long Course)
Bike 78kmGravel Fondo (Short Course)
Bike 52kmTime Trial
Bike 18.1kmTeam Relay
Bike 72.4km
King's Cup Gravel Festival routes
Course Details:
Tackle multiple surfaces including hard packed gravel, loose chipping gravel, grass, dirt and sand. The routes are 100% off road and take in a beautiful route around King’s Forest. The tracks allow for bunch racing and overtaking, which makes the whole race exciting from start to finish. The number of laps determines race length with each lap equalling 26km, each lap ends with a Pit Stop with both food and mechanical support available.
Time Trial:
Each rider completes a 18.1km lap, with riders being set off every 30 seconds from the start ramp.
What is the Team Relay:
One after another members from each team of 4 must complete one lap of the 18.1km course. After completing the lap, the rider then passes the ‘baton’ to the next rider in their team within the transition zone until all 4 laps have been completed.
Race classifications include Men, Women, Mixed (at least one rider of either gender), U19 Men and U19 Women.
*Both the Time Trial and Team Relay has a fully produced start area with ramp, sound and lighting, professional commentary and a countdown clock.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a race license or to be associated with a club to enter?
No. You do not need a race licence or to be associated with a club to take part in any of the King's Cup Gravel Festival Events.
Will there be specific COVID-19 health and safety measures in place at the event?
Yes. There will be COVID-19 health and social-distancing measures in place, consistent with government regulations at the time of the event. Face masks, temperature checks, and COVID-19 symptom questionnaires are all required.
Detailed regulations and information regarding COVID-19 procedures will be published shortly before the event date.
What is available at the Pit Stops?
Energy products, fruit, sweet and savoury baked goods are all available within the Pit Stops. Pit Stops cater for Vegan, Vegetarian and Gluten Free. There is also water, toilet facilities, and medical services available.
What are the Masters age groups?
Ages groups are split into 19-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+ and are defined by riders’ age on December 31st of the year of the event.
How are the Gravel Race podium positions determined?
The first three riders over the finish line in each age group determine Gravel Race podium positions.
Which event should I enter to compete in the British Gravel Championships?
Both Men's and Women's Gravel race are part of the British Gravel Championships. The Men’s and Women’s Gravel Race is split into individual Masters age group races. Each have their own start pen, start time and officiating team. Each age group has a specific distance, which must be completed to be included in the results and also be in with the chance of winning the British Gravel Champion title.
Can a group attending together, all ride together?
The Gravel Race gates are split into Masters age group pens so you will have to start in separate pens if in different age groups. If you’re riding in the Gravel Fondo, all you need to do is add a Team / Club Name in to your entry and all riders with you will be grouped together in the start waves.
What should I do if I get a mechanical fault during a race?
Riders must be self-sufficient while on the course, but assistance will be available at the official Pit Stop.
When will I have to pay my entry fee?
Registration will open approx. 3-4 weeks before the event. If you have pre-registered (and are eligible for a discount) you will receive an email before entries go live.
What happens with pre-registrations?
If you have pre-registered for the 2020 event, this pre-registration will carry over and remain valid for 2021.
King's Cup Gravel Festival weather forecast
Drizzle throughout the day.
17°C
Predicted highs
11°C
Predicted lows
High chance of rain
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