The Gravelfoyle 10

Question 1

How does a 10 hour endurance challenge work?

Accepted Answer

We have designed a varied loop of 25km which you need to complete as many times as possible within 10 hours. A strict 10 hour cut off will be in place; any participant that does not reach base before the final horn will not have that loop recorded, this only adds to the challenge to ensure you are fast enough to beat that horn!
Pairs and Teams ride in relay. The person, pair or team with the most loops completed in the fastest time (and lowest overall time) is the winner of that category.

Question 2

What type of bike do I need?

Accepted Answer

In Scotland we say Run what you Brung! As long as it’s suitable for off-road (mtb, gravel, CX or similar with off-road tyres)  and in good working order then you’ll be grand. You must have 2 working brakes and wear a helmet at all times when riding. We strongly recommend you also bring a basic tool kit, tubes and pump in case of a mechanical.

Question 3

Are there feed stations?

Accepted Answer

No. We encourage you to set up in 'The Pits' with all the food and drink you might require over 10 hours of riding.  We hope to have some catering vans opperating depending on availability.

Question 4

Where is the event village and registration?

Accepted Answer

The event village and Registration are based near Cobleland Campsite which lies on the cycle path just outside of Aberfoyle.

Question 5

Is there camping?

Accepted Answer

We recommend booking at Cobeland Campsite or Trossachs Holiday Park

Question 6

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we have free parking within Aberfoyle very close to the event village. We recommend you park there and use the NCN 7 cycle path to get to Cobleland.

Question 7

What is there to do for kids & families?

Accepted Answer

The event village has stalls and stands as well as a full length pump track which is free to use and suitable for balance bikes and regular bikes.
There are many walks and waymarked trails in the local woodland - we have a fairy hill very close to the village and sculpture trails around Lochan Spling and Loch Ard. The Lodge Visitor Centre above Aberfoyle has natural history exhibits in their visitor centre and marked trails and woodland games for outdoor adventures. Soft play and indoor swimming can be found in Callander - 20mins away at the MacLaren Leisure Centre.

Question 8

Where can I get food?

Accepted Answer

We hope to have mobile catering at Cobeland. A short ride away is Aberfoyle village with everything within easy walking distance. There are pubs, a co-op, 2 cafes (The Station and Liz McGregors) a delicatessen and butcher, Maggies cake shop, an ice-cream shop, a burger and ice-cream van. The city of Stirling is a half hour drive away and Callander is the next biggest village with more eateries and a couple of bigger supermarkets.

Question 9

What if my bike breaks?

Accepted Answer

Aberfoyle Bike hire are our local shop who back out onto the car park where our event village is. Nick will be around and can help with any last minute repairs. We may also have technical support for the weekend.

Question 10

Where can I stay?

Accepted Answer

Aberfoyle can be a busy tourist place and as such is set up to cater for a large number of visitors. Dukes is popular though so we’d advise booking well in advance. Several great campsites can be found withing cycling distance in Cobeland and the local National Park sites.

Question 11

How do I get to Aberfoyle?

Accepted Answer

Aberfoyle is located on the edge of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs national park and less than an hour from Glasgow and Stirling. Bus links are infrequent and there is no train station. If you’re traveling by train, we recommend heading for Stirling. There are lovely route options to get to Aberfoyle including a gravel route that would take you up to Doune Windfarm and over to Aberfoyle via Callander and Loch Venacher.

Question 12

How to the age categories work?

Accepted Answer

You will automatically be allocated a place in your age and gender matched category ranging from:

Senior: Must be 18+ on the date of the race
Veteran: Must be 40+ on the date of the race
Grand Veteran: Must be 50+ on the date of the race
Dukes Kid's Mini Enduro: Must be 8+ on the date of the race.

Riders will be allocated a category based on age on the day separated by 2 yearly intervals. Riders aged 14 are also eligible to ride in this event if more appropriate. It is down to the child and their parent's/guardian's discretion to agree which event would be most suitable.

IN THE ADULT EVENTS, IF THERE ARE LESS THAN 5 RIDERS IN A CATEGORY THE CATEGORY WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY COMBINED WITH THE CLOSEST AGE CATEGORY.

Question 13

Do children need an adult to accompany them?

Accepted Answer

All child riders must be accompanied by, and signed on by a parent or guardian if they are aged 17 or under on the day of the race. Parents and/or guardians are required to escort the junior riders  in their care.

Question 14

Are E-Bikes allowed?

Accepted Answer

Yes. They will be catergorised seperately. 

If you are part of a pair or team which includes an electric assisted bike the whole team will be categorised as electric.

Question 15

What is the children’s race format?

Accepted Answer

There will be a 6km loop which will be raced twice. You have the choice of a solo loop x 2 or a single loop relayed as a pair. 

All child riders must be accompanied by, and signed on by a parent or guardian if they are aged 17 or under on the day of the race. Parents and/or guardians are required to escort the junior riders in their care.

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