THE GRAND OLD DUKES 2025
Next Race: 15/06/2025
THE TROSSACHS, SCOTLAND
The biggest gravel climbing challenge of 2025!
After a successful event in '24, This summer sees the return of our belter long distance event, The Grand Old Dukes! Inspired by the iconic Dukes Pass which takes you from Aberfoyle on the edge of the National Park into the very heart of the Trossachs we have created a brand-new monster route which is predominantly off-road. You’ll be rewarded with open vistas and panoramic views of our iconic lochs and mountains…and of course excellent riding.
For the racers - This year G.O.D is Round 2 of the GrAlba Series presented by Vittoria.
You will take in 111 miles of varied terrain over one massive single loop. You’ll experience our infamous Gravelfoyle superhighway, flowing fire roads, winding roller coaster trails, technical single track, punchy climbs and awesome descents – you’ll get it all! Demi-G.O.D riders can get a taster of the full G.O.D with circa 50 miles of the route.
Come prepared for a full day of adventure, grind, sweat and joy. We’ll keep you safe with our marshals and medics, fuelled with our feed stations and rewarded at the end of a glorious day with a completers medal.
This stunning route will be suitable for both gravel bikes and xc mountain bikes. There will be generous cut-off times for each stage with riders redirected via the road.
What you get with your entry:
- A beautiful waymarked and marshalled 111mile route around the lochs and glens of the Trossachs
- Three feed stations to keep you fuelled
- Electronic Timing
- GPX Route
- Full Signage
- Medical support
- Free parking
- Finishers medal
- Finishers Beer
THE GRAND OLD DUKES 2025 no-group
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15/06/2025, 06:15 - 20:00
G.O.D - Grand Old Dukes - Race GrAlba
£75.00More DetailsDescription
RACE CATEGORY _Round 2 of the GrAlba Series.
Please only select this ticket if you wish to race competitively. Otherwise please select the solo challenge race. You will still receive timing.
GrALBA Series – Scotland’s Premier Gravel Racing Series
The GrALBA Series Presented by Vittoria is Scotland’s ultimate gravel riding challenge, bringing together five unique events across five breathtaking locations. Designed to showcase Scotland’s diverse terrain, each round presents a different race format, ensuring a varied and thrilling test for all riders. Whether you’re chasing series points or simply looking for an unforgettable gravel adventure, the GrALBA Series delivers a true test of endurance, skill, and spirit.
G.O.D is a really big day out in Gravelfoyle! Inspired by the iconic Dukes Pass which takes you from Aberfoyle on the edge of the National Park into the very heart of the Trossachs we have created a stunning monster route which is predominantly off-road.Come prepared for a full day of adventure, grind, sweat and joy. We’ll keep you safe with our marshals and medics, fuelled with our feed stations and rewarded at the end of a glorious day with a completers medal. This is a challenge not a race - you make this event as competitive as you want…there will be no podiums but you will receive your time and ranking. If you enter as a team, it’s up to you to find your way to the feed station checkpoints which will also double as relay handover points. We’ll share those locations with you prior to the event so that you can plan your logistics and strategy.
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15/06/2025, 06:30 - 20:00
G.O.D - Grand Old Dukes Solo Challenge
£75.00More DetailsDescription
A really big day out in Gravelfoyle! Inspired by the iconic Dukes Pass which takes you from Aberfoyle on the edge of the National Park into the very heart of the Trossachs we have created a stunning monster route which is predominantly off-road.Come prepared for a full day of adventure, grind, sweat and joy. We’ll keep you safe with our marshals and medics, fuelled with our feed stations and rewarded at the end of a glorious day with a completers medal. This is a challenge not a race - you make this event as competitive as you want…there will be no podiums but you will receive your time and ranking. If you enter as a team, it’s up to you to find your way to the feed station checkpoints which will also double as relay handover points. We’ll share those locations with you prior to the event so that you can plan your logistics and strategy.
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15/06/2025, 10:00 - 11:00
Demi-G.O.D
£40.00More DetailsDescription
A taster of the full G.O.D with 50 miles of adventure, sweat and joy. We’ll keep you safe with our marshals and medic and rewarded at the end of a glorious day with a completers medal and beer. This is a challenge not a race - you make this event as competitive as you want…there will be no podiums but you will receive your time and ranking.
E-BIKERS: YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR ENSURING YOUR BATTERY (OR LEG POWER IF YOU RUN OUT) GETS YOU ROUND THE COURSE.
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15/06/2025, 06:30 - 20:00
G.O.D - 2 Person Relay
£110.00More DetailsDescription
A really big day out in Gravelfoyle! Inspired by the iconic Dukes Pass which takes you from Aberfoyle on the edge of the National Park into the very heart of the Trossachs we have created a stunning monster route which is predominantly off-road.Come prepared for a full day of adventure, grind, sweat and joy. We’ll keep you safe with our marshals and medics, fuelled with our feed stations and rewarded at the end of a glorious day with a completers medal. This is a challenge not a race - you make this event as competitive as you want…there will be no podiums but you will receive your time and ranking. If you enter as a team, it’s up to you to find your way to the feed station checkpoints which will also double as relay handover points. We’ll share those locations with you prior to the event so that you can plan your logistics and strategy.
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15/06/2025, 06:30 - 20:00
G.O.D - 3 Person Relay
£130.00More DetailsDescription
A really big day out in Gravelfoyle! Inspired by the iconic Dukes Pass which takes you from Aberfoyle on the edge of the National Park into the very heart of the Trossachs we have created a stunning monster route which is predominantly off-road.Come prepared for a full day of adventure, grind, sweat and joy. We’ll keep you safe with our marshals and medics, fuelled with our feed stations and rewarded at the end of a glorious day with a completers medal. This is a challenge not a race - you make this event as competitive as you want…there will be no podiums but you will receive your time and ranking. If you enter as a team, it’s up to you to find your way to the feed station checkpoints which will also double as relay handover points. We’ll share those locations with you prior to the event so that you can plan your logistics and strategy.
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15/06/2025, 10:00
Adaptive Demi-G.O.D
£40.00More DetailsDescription
This ticket is for riders who will be undertaking the challenge on an adaptive recumbant bike - either manual or electric. We strongly recommend that you take a support rider with you on the day - this rider won't need a ticket or be timed but is there to assist in keeping you safe and mobile on the day.
If you are riding an e-assist bike you are responsible for the charge of your battery.
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