Welsh Gravel Enduro

Where?

Based in the heart of South Wales around Afan Forest Park with the event based out of Glyncorrwg MTB centre.

When?

12th to the 13th of October 2024.

Costs?

All costs are +£5.00 processing fee, which is applied at checkout.

5% discount available if you buy one or more race entry.

For every £1 spent you get 2 loyalty points, kids mini gravel enduro is worth double.

Refer a friend and receive £10.00 credit, they get £10.00 off.

All Adaptive Bikes Events £0.00

The Welsh Gravel Enduro Hill Climb Only £15.00

The Welsh Gravel Enduro 'Mini Enduro' Only £20.00  

The Welsh Gravel Enduro £55.00  

The Welsh Gravel Half Enduro (U18)  £30.00

Difficulty?

Expect awesome gravel riding on smooth gravel tracks in a visually stunning part of South Wales. Stages will be varied with nothing extreme although, there may be some single track thrown in. Think of this as a challenge event where its more about the journey and fun times than out and out racing.

Kids Enduro 14 Km loop, 4 stages

Adaptive Race 30 or 40 Km loop, 2 timed stages

Hill Climb 1.5Km climbing up to 150m

Gravel Enduro 75Km, 6 stages

Half Gravel Enduro 30Km 3 stages

What?

Whether you're an experienced racer aiming for the top of the leader board or a passionate biker seeking a thrilling ride, the Welsh Gravel Enduro welcomes you. Enjoy a day of competitive racing, stunning scenery, and a friendly, vibrant biking community.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to be a part of this awesome race. Sign up today and get ready to tackle the awesome Afan valley.

Adaptive bikes will have the option to choose between two courses.

All bikes welcome, eBikes, eMTBs, MTBs..... just make sure it is suitable for off road. Mountain bikes will be fine but will be slower than gravel bikes.

All eBikes must be compliant with the laws on EAPCs.

Camping

There is limited overnight camping spots at the venue BUT loads of camping and accommodation options within riding distance of the centre. You can find out more about the Glyncorrwg MTB centre here

If you wish to camp at the centre you will need to book with the centre (Afan A Blast). Please call them on:

• 01639 699802

Adaptive Bikes

Adaptive racers may be accompanied by up to two riding friends for free. All they need to do is inform registration so we can track who is on course. Any questions or feedback, please get in touch.

Race Format

Both Saturday and Sunday enduro races will follow the enduro format. Racers will set off from the main arena at their pre-allocated start time. Racers will sign for number board and a timing chip fifteen minutes before their start time. At the allocated start time, racers proceed to follow the course completing all stages in order. Upon return, timing chip is handed in to record overall finish time for bragging rights with your mates!

For the hill climb, you will set off at the time you selected when registering. At the start line you will line up 10 minutes before to be checked off by a marshal. Next you'll wait for the timing beeps counting you in........and go. Once you cross the finish line you ride back to the arena to hand in your timing chip.

Planned Schedule

Monday

1700 Course release

Friday

1800 Event site open

Saturday

0800-1700 Event registration opens.

0930 Kids gravel enduro registration closes

1000 Kids gravel enduro starts

1230 Kids gravel enduro podiums

1400-1700 Welsh Gravel Enduro hill climb

1800 Welsh Gravel Enduro hill climb podiums

Sunday

0700 Registration opens

0800 First rider away

0800 event village opens

08-1100 riders depart

0900 Event registration closes

0930 Racing starts

1700 End of gravel enduro race

1700 Welsh gravel enduro podiums

1800 Podiums

Entry Includes

Exclusive use of event only woodland

Fully marked route

Event facilities

Number board

Course map

Electronic chip timing

Emergency support

Safety marshals

On-site catering

Instant results service

Parking

Categories

Minimum age is 8 for the junior enduro, 13 for the half enduro and 18 for the full enduro.

Minimum age for the hill climb is 18.

U9 M/F (if you are 9 during 2024 then you are U11)

U11 M/F (if you are 11 during 2024 then you are U15)

U13 M/F (If you are 13 during 2024 then you are U15)

U15 M/F (If you are 15 during 2024 then you are U18)

U18 M/F (If you are 18 during 2024 then you are U21)

U21 M/F (If you are 21 during 2024 then you are Senior)

Senior M/F:  from 21-29 (If you are 30 at any time during 2024 then you are Master)

Master M/F: from 30-39 (If you are 40 at any time during 2024 then you are Veteran)

Veteran M/F: from 40-49: (If you are 50 at any time during 2024 then you are Grand Veteran)

Grand Vet M/F: from 50-59 (If you are 60 at any time during 2024 then you are Super Veteran)

Super Vet M/F: aged 60+

eBike.  Minimum age for eMTB is 14

M/F under 40

M/F 40-49 (If you are 50 at any time during 2024 then you should choose 50-59 category)

M/F 50-59 (If you are 60 at any time during 2024 then you should choose 60+ category)

M/F 60+