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Trek Gravel Adventure

A free seven-hour gravel ride leaves Ryde Esplanade for Island tracks and lanes on Sunday 11 October, with booking required.

Presented by Isle of Wight Walking Festival

Trek Gravel Adventure begins at Ryde on Sunday 11 October. It begins at 10:00 and is scheduled to finish at 17:00.

The ride starts near Ryde Esplanade railway station and spends a full day on Island tracks and lanes. Gravel riding sits between road cycling and mountain biking, so choose a suitable bike, carry what you need and check the organiser information before setting out. Gravel riding mixes road pace with rougher surfaces, so the day sits between a conventional cycle tour and a mountain-bike session. The start beside Island Line makes Ryde the clear launch point. Ryde has the scale for a crowd but still lets a route feel connected to recognisable streets. The Esplanade and town centre give outdoor events a strong east Wight identity.

Reserve the free place before joining. The ride runs from 10:00 to 17:00, which means carrying food, drink, repair essentials and any clothing the forecast demands. Use a bike suited to gravel; the source does not give distance, elevation, pace, support vehicles or a detailed route, so check the organiser information before committing. Browse sport and fitness events for shorter active options. This is a full-day ride for cyclists who already understand their equipment and comfort on mixed Island tracks and lanes.

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