London Orbital Gravel Challenge
Gravel/CX MTB bikes | 1-day Gravel Challenge with options.
Pick your challenge!
This year's ride was so good I'm going to it again... provisionally booked for the 15th and 16th of June 2024
Loads of new challenges and team events to enter. Register your interest now and be the first to hear of my new exciting plans for this epic ride!
24-hour Challenge
Ride the entire 360 km round trip within 24 hours. Remember - join the Hidden Tracks Club on Strava and record your ride. The rider with the fastest loop gets smothered with Kudos.
Weekend Bikepacking Challenge
Ride the entire 360 km within the weekend, you need to find your own BnB/campsite/hedgerow to stay in. It's perfectly possible to ride into the evening, catch a train home and return the next day to continue. Remember - join the Hidden Tracks Club on Strava and record your ride. The rider with the fastest moving time for the entire route will be smothered in Kudos.
90km Enduro
A straightforward day, riding the first 90 km of the route, conveniently bringing you to Reigate where you can catch a train home. Remember - join the Hidden Tracks Club on Strava and record your ride. The rider with the fastest time for the 90km will be smothered in Kudos.
120km Enduro
A longer day, riding the first 120 km of the route, which will conveniently bring you to Guildford. Remember - join the Hidden Tracks Club on Strava and record your ride. The rider with the fastest time for the 120km will be smothered in Kudos.
180km Enduro
It's a long day, 180 km of riding half the route from Greenwich to Maidenhead. Remember - join the Hidden Tracks Club on Strava and record your ride. The rider with the fastest time for the 90km will be smothered in Kudos.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this ride for me?
Pick your challenge obvs, however, to enjoy the rides you have to have reasonable fitness and some off-road experience.
Is my bike OK for this ride?
The route is best completed on the gravel/CX bike or a mountain bike.
Is the ride supported?
No, this is a self-supported ride, you need to ensure your bike is in good condition before setting off.