Back for 2024 a 300k Severn Bridge Series GOLD GRIMPEUR AAA event.
The only 300k calendar event in the UK this season to date with a massive 6.5 AAA, that’s a massive 6,410m of climbing.
This is as tough a 300k ‘bare bones’ event as you are likely to ever encounter – A true audacious challenge – are you up for it!
This is an event for experienced Randonneurs, capable of riding long distances in all conditions, carrying all necessary food, clothing, spares, first aid etc.
The route guarantees a full day of big climbs and stunning views in often remote locations.
Below is a brief description of the route – it really doesn’t do it justice, so I will just say – if you want a full day of climbing and exploring the best that Wales has to offer then this event is for you.
The route adds a top loop to what is considered the most height in a 200k event this year – The 10 Peaks Audacious Challenge to bring it from a 200k 4.5AAA route to a 300k 6.5AAA route.
Starting from Chepstow you will explore Tintern and the Wye Valley before more climbing and fine views to take you near Devauden before a flat(ish) section to Abergavenny.
Next, you will head past Longtown Castle after more climbing with the opportunity to rest up at the Village Store.
More climbing follows to get you to Hay on Wye and then you’ll ride the lumpy, remote but beautiful sections to Clun where you can visit Clun Castle before turning Westward to climb the remote lanes and stunning open moorlands with the option of stopping to view the historic Abbey at Abbeycwmhir.
More climbs follow as you now head back South back to Hay on Wye.
Yet more climbs follow with 2 big ascents in Hay on Wye including Gospel Path.
Next back to Abergavenny for a trip up the famous Tumble, then back to Devauden via the little used back way off the Tumble.
Devauden will serve you up its devilish Star Hill just to finish those tired legs off.
All the hard work is then done and you have an easy descent with views of the Severn Bridge and then a flat section to bring you back to Chepstow.
Mostly quiet lanes and minor roads with easy navigation.
Entry on the Line (EOL) possible – £3 surcharge, payment by card or cash.
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This event qualifies as a 100k ride in the Super Rouleur Award.
See Details Here –https://sbraudax.testlinkservermain.com/super-rouleur-award/
Date & Location
Date: July 20, 2024
Time: 06:00 to 03:12
Starting From: The Boat Inn Cottage The Back, Chepstow NP16 5HH.
Fee: £12
Closing Date: Enter soon as entries may close early if event is full
Event Info
Distance: 318 km in 21h 12m
Audax Points: 3
Climb: 6410m
AAA: 6.5
Speed: 15-30 km/h
Category: BR
Body: Audax Cymru
Event No: 22-715
Rider Event Files
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Starting Location
- The Boat Inn Cottage The Back, Chepstow NP16 5HH
Devil’s Hell Route - 318 km in 21h 12m
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Thank you for organising the ride on Saturday. It was a great route and great to do some different roads and lanes that we hadn’t ridden before. Great views.
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Free or reasonably priced refreshments at Start / Finish
Food & Drink options en route
Parking at Start
Toilets at Start / Finish
