Nope, this isn't your usual gravel ride out sportive. Nu-uh, no way.
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This is big country. It deserves more than just a jolly round the hills.
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This is the land of Border Reivers, where glacial ground meets rock hard volcanic terrain and the only sounds are the winds of history and the enigmatic curlew.
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This is Northumbrian Gold. Respect it, experience it, fall in love with it.
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Event format
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August 27th 2022.
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70k of unbounded terrain.
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5,000 + ft of ascent.
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Retain the social element - There are no set stage start times per rider, simply arrive before the stage closes, and go when you like.
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Utilise the core elements of this valley's topography' - A mixture of Gravel track, grass descent, mellow single track and valley-bottom tarmac sections with big vistas.
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Sport Ident timing system. We know this system, we love it; it never fails.
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A fully sign-marked route.
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Camping, beer, music, games and evening activities.