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The Headstock 200 is an exhilarating journey through South Wales’ post-industrial heartland. It’s a place where the past and present intertwine to create an unforgettable endurance cycling experience. Covering approximately 200km of diverse terrain, this off-road adventure takes riders through wild landscapes, forest roads, drovers roads, and some challenging climbs that demand both physical and mental strength. It’s not just a test of fitness; it’s a test of character.

May 3rd 2025

Following cancellation last year, the Traka program will include a 560km distance for the first time, attracting riders of all backgrounds: from ex World Tour pros, to contemporary gravel privateers, and seasoned ultra-distance amateurs too. Beginning from Girona, the event continues to appeal as one of Europe's premier off-road start lines.

May 1st 2025

Le Tour De Frankie is the first self-supported race in Mexico. A ride through the gravelly landscape, expect an exciting ride.

Apr 25th 2025

Now established as one of the UK's premier off-road races, the Dales Divide always draws a wide variety of experience to the start line, from those chasing the FKT to ultra-distance first timers. The route loops across the English countryside, traversing from coast to coast and back, following bridleways and bogs, tarmac and double track, and everything in between. Unsurprisingly, the springtime weather in the North of England can easily help define this race.

Apr 18th 2025

May 9th 2025

Check out the bikes for riders tackling 800km of hot hills in the South West of the UK. This year is down to be a scorcher, so riders might have made kit adjustments for this dry heatwave.

May 8th 2025

Check out the bikes of The Southern Divide. The route this year is really dry, which we're certain will have affected bike & kit choices.

May 7th 2025

Amanda Wishart, DotWatcher’s Web Editor, is new to ultra-distance racing. Having never competed in a solo ultra-distance race before, she headed into Yorkshire for the 2025 edition of the Dales Divide, where she finished as second woman.

By: Amanda Wishart

Apr 29th 2025