Kent Gravel Epic
Overview
The Kent Gravel Epic takes in the best off road sections of this corner of South East England.
Ride along sections of the North Downs Way and Pilgrim's Way in the steps of a route which was first used in 1172.
The trails are mostly easy going and any road sections are generally on quiet back roads.
What to Expect
50% of the route is on tarmac, the off road is a mix of singletrack, gravel trails and farm tracks. Expect plenty of climbs all day and a full day in the saddle.
Ride Difficulty
Kent is a lumpy place for cyclists but the harder climbs are in the other corner of the county...
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Technical Difficulty
50% of the route is on tarmac. The off road is a mix of some well kept gravel trails and some bumpier farmtracks...
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Tyre & Bike Recommendations
This route is designed for gravel bikes but you will be fine on a hardtail MTB... A slightly wider gravel all-rounder tyre (40-50mm) will be ideal.
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Route Details
Long Route
Setting off from Dover, we head north towards Canterbury...
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The Local Area
Make a weekend of it. Dover and the surrounding Kent countryside...
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- A well-maintained bike suitable for off-road riding
- A well-maintained bike suitable for off-road riding
- A well-maintained bike suitable for off-road riding
- A well-maintained bike suitable for off-road riding
- A well-maintained bike suitable for off-road riding
- A well-maintained bike suitable for off-road riding
