The Yorkshire Coast Dirt Dash is a non-timed, two-day bikepacking adventure held on 12-13 June 2027 in Whitby. Participants explore approximately 118 km of diverse terrain and navigate using provided GPX routes while camping overnight. This self-supported event is designed as a reliability trial rather than a race.
Southern Grit 2027 is a one-day, self-supported gravel sportive held in Herne Hill, London. Participants can choose between two routes of 100 km and 110 km, featuring a mix of off-road trails and climbs. The event is non-competitive, with GPS navigation, trackers provided, and essential refreshments included. Entry opens on 30 January 2027.
Veneto Gravel, a self-supported bikepacking adventure, will take place from 7–12 May 2027 in Bassano del Grappa, Italy. Participants can choose from four routes, ranging from 200 km to 720 km, exploring diverse landscapes. The event is non-competitive, focusing on exploration rather than rankings, with a communal atmosphere at the Veneto Gravel Village.
The Berg 100 is a one-day off-road cycling event in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, set for 13 March 2027. It features two routes, 100 km and 67 km, predominantly on gravel roads. Open to mountain, gravel, and e-bikes, participants must meet age requirements, with details still pending.
The SCOTT Frontier 300 is a non-competitive coast-to-coast cycling challenge occurring from 4–6 June 2027, spanning approximately 300 km from Rockcliffe Bay, Scotland to Druridge Bay, England. Participants can choose from four supported options: two All-Road routes (one and two days) and two Road Only routes, catering to various cycling preferences.
Piemontgravel, taking place from 15–18 April 2027 in Bra, Italy, is a non-competitive bikepacking event featuring four routes (111 km to 444 km) through Piedmont’s diverse landscapes. Participants independently navigate using GPX files, supported by base camps. The event celebrates local culture, food, and scenery, welcoming all riders with flexible registration options.
Mother North 2027 is an ultra-distance bikepacking adventure from 1–7 August in Lillehammer, Norway. Covering approximately 1,100 km with 18,000 m elevation, it features varied terrain. Riders participate solo or in pairs, managing their own logistics. The event encourages endurance over competition and has a time limit of 148 hours.
La Gravel Tro Breizh is a self-supported, ultra-distance bikepacking event in Brittany, France, held from 8–15 May 2027. Covering approximately 1,350 km with 19,000 m of elevation gain, the route varies each year, containing diverse terrains. Designed for experienced riders, it emphasises personal navigation and repairs while fostering a non-competitive spirit.
Borderline700 – Luxembourg Edition, taking place from 26–28 March 2027 in Gouda, Netherlands, is an ultra-distance cycling challenge covering approximately 700 km. Participants must complete the route within 60 hours while being self-supported. The event accommodates solo or pair riders, focusing on endurance, navigation, and self-reliance in varying conditions.
Monumental Gravel is a self-supported bikepacking event in Belgium from 15–18 May 2027, celebrating cycling heritage through routes that range from 300 km to 1,000 km. Participants navigate iconic landscapes at their own pace, focussing on personal challenge rather than competition. Essential self-sufficiency and safety measures are required.
