Description
Book SynopsisGreat British Gravel Rides pays homage to the very best gravel cycling across England, Scotland and Wales.
Markus Stitz has curated a collection of 26 routes across Britain – each a favourite route of a passionate gravel cyclist. You can join round-the-world cycling men’s record holder Mark Beaumont in East Lothian, experience a different side of East Anglia with ultra-endurance racers and GBDURO20 winners Josh Ibbett and Gail Brown, embark on a coast-to-coast trip across Scotland with round-the-world cycling women’s record holder Jenny Graham, or see the best of the Scottish Borders with diversity in cycling champion Aneela McKenna.
Each route gives an insight into what each cyclist loves about gravel riding – what inspires and motivates them – and why they believe it qualifies as one of Britain’s best gravel rides. A detailed route description of the trail is then provided, including interesting information about the local area, exactly what to expect on the route, details on the best places and attractions to explore, recommendations for the best local cafes and pubs and a list of local bike shops, should they be needed. With inspiring photography showcasing some of the best gravel trails in the UK, as well as bespoke maps and downloadable GPX files for each route, this is the essential companion for any gravel rider.
Whether you want a challenging pedal through the country’s awe-inspiring landscapes or a more leisurely day out in the saddle, let Great British Gravel Rides help you explore the best gravel cycling of Great Britain – your adventure begins here!
Table of ContentsIntroduction – Why a book about gravel riding in Britain?
Acknowledgments
What is a Great British gravel ride?
Prepare your own adventure
The bike
Getting to a route
Prepare your bike
Choose your clothing
Other kit
Safety
Legalities and access
SCOTLAND
01 Coast-to-coast gravel adventure JENNY GRAHAM
02 In search of gravel on the Monega Pass NAOMI FREIREICH
03 A tour of Highland Perthshire RICHARD PEARSON
04 Maelstrom gravel STEVEN GROOM
05 Lomond Hills gravel LOUISE CHAVARIE
06 Gravelfoyle KERRY MACPHEE
07 Clacks gravel WALTER HAMILTON
08 Explore Your Boundaries: East Lothian MARK BEAUMONT
09 Mòr Tweed Valley gravel ANEELA MCKENNA
10 Raiders gravel ESTHER TACKE AND WARREN SAUNDERS
NORTHERN ENGLAND
11 Tyne and Wear gravel OLLY TOWNSEND AND FRANCIS KING
12 Lakes gravel JAIMI WILSON
13 Buzzard loop GUY KESTEVEN
14 Packhorse gravel EMMA OSENTON
15 Pannier gravel STEFAN AMATO
SOUTHERN ENGLAND
16 Further East JOSH IBBETT AND GAIL BROWN
17 Windmill gravel GRANT WILDMAN
18 Cotswold gravel EMMA KINGSTON
19 London gravel DALILA LECKY
20 Not the South Downs Way! RORY HITCHENS
21 Mint Sauce gravel JO BURT
22 Jurassic gravel CHARLIE HOBBS
23 A taste of the East Devon Trail KATHERINE MOORE
WALES
24 Twmpa gravel tour ANDY DIX
25 A Gritfest in the Cambrian Mountains MATT PAGE
BONUS ROUTE
26 Deer Island gravel MARKUS STITZ
Reading list
Websites
Events
Guided gravel rides
