The mighty Thunderbolts Adventure is happening this weekend, celebrating its 10th anniversary. The event is Australia’s longest-running gravel cycling event, and its flagship ‘monument’ race covers a … Read More...
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Alps Epic 2025 adds UCI status
The Alps Epic, has forged a place in the world of mountain bike stage races, with the 5 day event in the Hautes-Alpes in France delivering not just a physical challenge, but a technical test for riders as well. For the … Read More...
The curious appeal of gravel racing
The now iconic Dirty Warrny was held over the weekend, a 250km grind over dirt roads and trails between Geelong and Warrnambool in Victoria. Traversing the Otway ranges, the race also features close to 3800m of elevation … Read More...
Newcastleton Trails Shine at the UK National Marathon Championships
The coveted stripey jersey, the symbol of a national champion, awarded only to the one who gives it their all and emerges as the best in the country. I’ve raced for that title, that jersey, and that honour many times. As … Read More...
A Journey Through Scotland’s Stunning Gravel Roads: Raiders Gravel
Earlier in the year I had hoped to fit Raiders Gravel into my schedule, but initially it seemed impossible due to how busy the calendar already was. However when the National Gravel Championships were moved to coincide … Read More...
Michelin-Beard and Bloor triumphant at inaugural Shimano Gravel Muster around Alice Springs
Australia's first gravel stage race, the Shimano Gravel Muster Stage Race, took place in the Red Centre from Thursday 22nd to Sunday 25th August 2024. The unique event mixed the experience that Rapid Ascent has of … Read More...