Date - 17th August 2024
Location - Church Farm Cafe - Aldbury
Welcome to RIDGE, a thrilling day of gravel and road cycling that promises to take you on an unforgettable adventure through the rolling hills and picturesque villages of the Chilterns.
Our carefully crafted road and gravel routes will guide you along winding roads, scenic bridleways, and tranquil trails, showcasing the region's stunning natural beauty. With a choice of distances, our event is designed to challenge and delight road or gravel riders of all levels.
From the gentle slopes to the more rugged terrain, we've got everything you need to make your day a truly unforgettable experience.
Want to ride with your friends? We have a ‘Team of 4’ option available! Not only can you sign 4 riders up at once, there is a 10% discount off the total price!
Routes will be provided by GPX 24hours before the event with dedicated routes for road and gravel riders.
Registration opens 8am with the 1st wave to roll at 9am.
RIDE OPTIONS-:
GRAVEL -: 60K, 100K or 160K
ROAD -:100K or 200K
ELEVATION -:
ROAD 100K 1130M
ROAD 200K 1910M
GRAVEL 60K 660M
GRAVEL 100K 1210M
GRAVEL 160K 1680M
Discounted tickets available for teams of 4 riders that ride as a team.
BBQ
However, it is not just the cycling you can look forward to! The event will be based
at the wonderful Church Farm Cafe in Aldbury. Here, riders can enjoy a fantastic post-ride BBQ, thanks to the Suave Foods team! Excellent pre-ride coffee will also
be available to purchase on the day.
Entrants to Ridge will be given a FREE pair of GRVL socks (worth £14).
Constructed with performance in mind, we have created a technical cycling sock that keeps your feet feeling fresh and comfortable throughout the ride, whatever the weather.
Our durable socks are fast wicking and drying and have a ventilated upper section for additional temperature control.
Ride it Like You Stole it
Get ready to pedal with a purpose in the GRVL x 1816 ‘Ride it Like You Stole it’
challenge, where you can sweat it out like a getaway bike-thief on the run - minus
the jail time! The challenge is simple, how far can you sprint in one minute on one
of our stunning 1816 Cycles gravel bikes? Can you top the leaderboard and win
one of the fantastic prizes? Make sure to try out our turbo challenge while at
Ridge!
Accommodation
Need help with where to stay? There are a number of stunning campsites and
hotels in the local area. Please see the link below, where you will find a detailed list of local places to pitch a tent or book a room, along with cycling routes to and from the Church Farm Cafe, Aldbury.
Check Accommodation list Here
Make sure you book your place at Ridge now, for what will be an exciting day of
gravel and road summer cycling!
GET YOUR TICKET HERE!
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Disclaimer: This is a self-guided ride and although representatives from the organisers will participate, as a rider you are responsible for your own safety and decision-making during the ride. Please ride safely and considerately, know your capabilities and limits and adapt the route to suit your ability and your preferences. The organisers bear no responsibility or liability for riders, their bikes or property in any way for the duration of the ride & social events. Gravel Riding can be a dangerous activity and helmets must be worn by all riders.
