Lauf Gritfest is open to all off-road bikes.
Featuring a long-weekend of incredible riding within the Cambrian Mountains and includes timed special stages on gravel and over a mixture of terrain
128KM OVER 3 DAYS
7 TIMED STAGES
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- Prologue (optional) – 5.3km, 170m climbing
- Saturday – 73km, 1700m climbing
- Sunday – 55km, 1300m climbing
- 70% off-road
- 40% on timed stages
- Mix of terrain
- Suitable for all off-road bikes
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PROLOGUE
5.3km / 170vm
Returning for 2025
An optional Friday timed prologue, with a fast stage with incredible views and a twisting descent to get you ready for the days ahead. Just over 1 kilometer from the event HQ, the timed section is 5.3km with 170 metres of climbing.
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73km / 1700vm
Prepare for three spectacular timed stages set amidst the stunning terrain of the Cambrian Mountains. The challenge begins with a classic route through Esgair Dafydd, culminating in a thrilling descent to Llyn Brianne. From there, riders face the toughest test of the weekend as the course heads deep into the Tywi Forest. After a gentler stretch, the route circles back to Llyn Brianne for a final off-road timed stage around its dramatic perimeter.
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55km / 1300vm
After an untimed climb to get the legs turning again, the first special stage begins at the remote heart of Cwm Berwen. A well-earned feed station follows, offering stunning views towards Tregaron. A short, scenic stretch of tarmac then leads riders into Esgair Ganol for the second timed stage, before the final test brings the action to a close on the iconic dam wall of Llyn Brianne.
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