3 DAYS OF INCREDIBLE RIDING WITH 7 TIMED STAGES PACKED FULL OF FUN RIDING AND BREATHTAKING SCENERY. THE ROUTE WILL BE FULLY MARKED, WITH GPX FILES ALSO PROVIDED PRIOR TO THE EVENT.
SATURDAY
73KM & 1700M CLIMBING
Day 1 of Gritfest will take riders to some of the most spectacular riding and areas you will see in the UK. The first special stage takes riders through Twyi forest with a fast descent to finish. After a short linking section, SS2 is the longest of the event, into the heart of Tywi with an undulating track to keep you on your toes, and a fast finish. SS3 takes riders into new areas, with another timed section that features more descending than climbing.
3 Timed Special Stages
1 Feed & re-fueling station
Timed Stages
Stage 1: Undulating and with a fast finish (9.4km: 300m+/190m-
Stage 2: Challenging but fun stage with constantly undulating terrain, and a fast finish (19km: 550m+/380m-)
Stage 3: Undulating and scenic stage aroun Llyn Brianne (6.7km: 70m+/190m-)
SUNDAY
55KM & 1300M CLIMBING
Day 2 starts with an untimed section across one of the most desolate but scenic areas of the event, with the first undulating stage within Cwm Berwen. After a short tarmac section the second timed stage within Esgair Ganol has some stunning views, with the final stage a repeat of SS3, around Llyn Brianne.
3 Timed Special Stages
1 Fueling & hydration station
Timed Stages
Stage 4: Undulating and twisting stage with a fast finish (6.8km: 160m+/130m-)
Stage 5: Fast, undulating stage with scenic views (7.2km: 100m+/170m-)
Stage 6: Repeat of SS3, around Llyn Brianne (6.7km: 70m+/190m-)
PROLOGUE
5.4KM & 170M CLIMBING
The WTB Prologue returns for 2025, and it will take place on Friday afternoon and early evening. This is not a compulsory stage, and it will not form a part of the overall results. Separate prizes will be awarded, including spot prizes. The course is approximately 5.4km and just a short ride from the arena. Expect a fun start to the event and a chance to get the legs warmed up for the weekend ahead.