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Friday 12th September

Another 'monster' ride in our Landrace series of guided gravel rides, a 130km ride from London to Brighton via Tillgate Forest and the South Downs

Intinerary

Kick things off at Cyclefit's Store Street shop, then we’ll roll south through London, dodging traffic until we finally hit some dirt at Mitcham Common.

On the way, we’ll ride past the country’s oldest Grotto (yes, that’s a thing) and a Bronze Age hill fort—because why not?

Coffee stop in Coulsdon to refuel, then it's straight into the fun of Happy Valley.

Climb up the South Downs, take in the views, then drop into the Weald. There’s a fun little sandy climb (trust me, you’ll love it) before we cruise through woodlands and across farmland to meet the Worth Way.

We’ll hit some singletrack through Tillingate Forest before stopping for lunch in Pease Pottage - sounds so medieval.

"A gentle post-lunch warm-up along bridleways before we join the Downs Link and cruise a solid 15 km to Steyning. Then it’s the long, old grind up to the final summit at Fulking Hill, (spelling is correct) but don’t worry—there’s a glorious descent waiting on the other side.

We’ll roll into Brighton for fish 'n' chips and a well-earned beer by the sea.

We'll catch a train back to London.

130 km | 1480m | 70% off-road

Average pace - 14/16 kmph

THE DETAILS

Ride Date: 12th September

Cost per Rider: £50.00

Includes:

The GPX route, Guide/pace rider, planned feed stops and bail points/times.

Basic trail side repairs

Excludes:

All food, drink and return train fare.

Is this ride for me?

Expert (>90km)

Long rides that are ridden at pace, typically averaging 14/16kmph over a day.

These rides are aimed at strong riders, skilled at riding off-road for a couple of hours continuously.

Suitable for MTB, gravel and cyclocross bikes.

Useful Information

ROUTE GRADE

This is a tough endurance challenge.

SEE OUR GRADING SCHEME

Fully Guided and Paced

Charlie, our experienced guide and gravel riding enthusiast, will pace you so you achieve success.

Best Bike?

Best completed on a gravel/CX bike, although MTB's will work as well.

Semi supported ride

Rider leader will carry a basic tool kit for trail side repairs.

Any questions

Send me an email or pick up the phone

07930 406610

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