Metrocentre - Sonder Winter Gravel Series

About the Event

The event lasts 6 hours and 30 minutes with free venue parking available. During the winter months, even the most hardy of off-road riders can sometimes need a little extra encouragement to get out and pedal! Whether it be the promise of tasty snacks in a warm shop at the end of a muddy spin round the local trails or swapping adventure tales with fellow riders, we've got you covered with our Sonder Winter Gravel Series!

Each ride will start from one of Alpkit’s flagship stores located in some of the best cycling locations in the UK. Route 5 will start from Alpkit Metrocentre and will be a self-supported ride leaving the store at 10AM, lasting roughly 3-5 hours depending on your speed.

All participants who have confirmed their booking through Eventbrite will receive a GPX file of the route on the Thursday before the event. The route can be completed at your own pace, and we encourage those of all abilities to take part. Just remember, this is a social ride with gravel enthusiasts and you will be fully self-supported.

Please come equipped with everything you would bring on a solo ride (including a helmet) and be prepared for self-mechanics on the trail. We all hope it won't happen, but be ready to fix a puncture or handle anything else that may occur along the way!

Weather can be changeable, so please dress accordingly for comfort during the event. We also recommend bringing a spare set of clothes for the journey home as you may get wet and muddy!

Back at Alpkit, enjoy cakes and weather-specific refreshments, and plenty of time to share biking experiences with staff and fellow riders.

Tickets are £7, and all proceeds will be donated to the Alpkit Foundation. Hope to see you there!