EVENT DETAILS
RIDE SUMMARY/FINAL RIDER INFORMATION + GPX
Much of the event route is on private land within Duncombe Park Estate. It is important that there is no riding prior to or after the event as this can effect the livelihood of the local community.
Gravel Rocks: A Gravel Riding Extravaganza for All!
Gravel Rocks welcomes riders of all levels to experience the thrill of gravel riding amidst the stunning landscapes of Duncombe Park and the North York Moors National Park.
Friday Night’s ‘Gravel Rocks in the Dark’:
- 10km total distance
- 2 short timed segments
- Fully signed route
- Start 9:30pm with lights
Saturday: The Big Day with Big Views and Big Country:
- 45-80km single loop
- 5 short timed segments
- Timed segments fully signed
- Prologue style start from 9:00am
- Feed station on route
Saturday’s route will be on gpx and timed segment locations will be clearly marked as you approach. Combined times will inform our podium.
RIDER CLASSES
Event categories and podium presentations for:
Pro – Male/Female/Open
Age Categories (taken from actual age on the day of the Friday event)
U21 – Male/Female/Open (min age 18)
21-30 – Male/Female/Open
31-40 – Male/Female/Open
41-50- Male/Female/Open
51-60- Male/Female/Open
61 and above – Male/Female/Open
Our Open class is for any rider who does not fall into the male/female class.
We also have an e-bike category, prize classes for this to be announced based on numbers. Please note that we do not have facility to charge batteries at the event centre or on course. E-bikes must comply with current EAPC guidelines (as outlined on the Government website) and should not be modified in anyway.
In categories with less than 5 riders we may take the decision to combine with the next lowest age group.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
Entry for the weekend includes:
Friday night stage – fully marked
Saturday stage – gpx with marked timed segments
Total of 7 timed segments
Access to bar and catering throughout the weekend – variety of choices and prices
Camping for 2 nights
Campervans etc – additional £15 + book fee for the weekend
On site and on course medical cover
Parking for the weekend
Limited edition event sponsor goods – supplied by brands
Access to Event Village and Sponsor Activations
Saturday fully stocked on course Feed Station
Showers/Fresh Water
Supporters £15 – please reserve online
Free supporter activities and guide
ACCOMMODATION
The event venue is fully serviced and has plenty of room for riders to remain on site. Fresh water, showers, full catering/bar and toilets are all on hand.
Campervan/Roof Tent is available at an additional £15 for the weekend (Fri/Sat). Please note we do not have any hook up facilities.
If you fancy a little more luxury we are also providing the option to stay in your own Teepee in the Gravel Rocks Teepee Village. Each unit has carpeting, bedding, lighting, beds etc.
Full detail and booking, for accommodation only, link here.
REQUIRED KIT
All riders should carry/wear:
- Approved bicycle helmet
- Clothing appropriate to the conditions – you may need a spare top as our ride takes you onto the moors
- Correct size inner tube for your bike
- Tyre levers
- Multi-tool
- Pump – even if you carry CO2 or run tubeless
- Gpx unit for the Saturday
- Lights – front and rear for the Friday – hire options available from Exposure Lights. Link here.
- Water bottle
- Trail snacks
SUPPORTERS
Why not bring the family along to support?
We are offering Supporters tickets at £15 for adults (over 18) and £10 for over 12’s. The price includes access to the event village, entertainment and the full range of facilities plus free activities and activity pack for the weekend plus Fri/Sat camping.
Our Supporters Guide will give details of all the things to see and do in the area plus the best locations to cheer on your riders. Free activities will be outlined nearer the time to include a family trail/treasure hunt and suggested easy rides and walks within the estate.
FOOD/ENTERTAINMENT
A full range of catering will be available throughout the weekend with most dietary requirements covered. Please get in touch with us if you have very specific requirements.
Meals will be available to purchase from our caterer throughout the weekend from Friday afternoon until Sunday morning.
Both Friday and Saturday evening will have live entertainment in the main event village.
FINAL RIDER INFORMATION/GPX
Final Rider Information will be downloadable here prior to the event date and will be sent out, with gpx links, via the event newsletter.
Much of the event route is on private land within Duncombe Park Estate. It is important that there is no riding prior to or after the event as this can effect the livelihood of the local community.
FINAL RIDER INFORMATION AND BRIEF AVAILABLE HERE
SATURDAY STAGE GPX FILE HERE
SUNDAY TOPEAK SOCIAL RIDE GPX HERE – 30KM
SUNDAY ALTERNATIVE SOCIAL RIDE GPX HERE – 42KM
TIMING AND RESULTS
Riders will be issued with a timing chip at registration alongside their rider number, both should remain on the bike for the full weekend. Timing chips will be collected on Saturday after the finish.
Riders are responsible for returning the timing chips at the end of Saturday’s stage or earlier if they retire. Loss or damage to timing chips will incur a cost to the rider.
Results will be displayed by class a short time after the last riders cross the line.
EVENT SCHEDULE
FRIDAY:
14:00 – Event Village Opens
15:00 – Catering/Bar Opens
17:00 – Warm Up Loop Opens
19:30 – DJ/Entertainment
20:00 – Warm Up Loop Closes
21:30 – Night Stage Starts
23:00 – Night Stage Closes
23:30 – All Quiet
SATURDAY:
07:30 – Catering Opens
09:00 – Morning Stage Start Opens
10:00 – Morning Stage Start Closes
EVENT SCHEDULE – CONT
SATURDAY – cont:
12:00 – 25km course cut-off
13:00 – Catering/Bar Opens
14:00 – Shorter course cut-off
17:00 – Saturday Stage Closes
17:30 – Evening meal service starts.
19:00 – Prize Giving
19:30 – Music from DJ, socialising and celebrating
23:00 – All Quiet
SUNDAY:
07:30 – Food vendors open
09:30 – Social Led Rides
13:00 – Event Village Closes