United Kingdom · 6 April 2024
A DAY IN HELL MANCHESTER
6th April. Our ode to the last great madness of cycling; take on local bridleways and byways in honour of Roubaix.
SOLD OUT
Overview
A Day in Hell translates the agony and the ecstasy of the cobbles to Manchester as we take on the finest 'gravé', defined as: "(an area of) farm track/road/footpath/bridleway etc. which consists of potholes, loose paving, stones, rubble, and mud." Starting from Rapha Manchester with coffee and pre-ride snacks, riders will head out into the Cheshire lanes for 100km of mixed-terrain riding— finishing at Velo Edge after many arduous sectuers have been tackled. Upon arrival, riders will be greeted with beers and chips, and a chance to watch the pros do their magic with a screening of the final kilometres of the women's race. It is worth noting that Gravé is not gravel. A Day in Hell is built in tribute to a time long before gravel bikes and wide tyre clearances and so is not as off-road focussed as a typical gravel route, with non-tarmac sectors making up less than half of the route.
Highlights
FUEL UP
Once signed on, take advantage of a coffee before you roll out. You'll also be able to get a drink at Kickback— both covered by your ticket cost.
GRAVÉ
Get closer to Roubaix with a mix of bridleways and byways, concrete and cobbles as we simulate the infamous secteurs.
RACE VIEWING
All Riders will get the chance to watch the pros do what they do best, with race viewing and refreshments included in entry.
Hosts
What's Included
What's Included
100km Recce'd Route
Route GPX
Pre-Ride Coffee & Snacks
Half Way Stop
Race Viewing
Post-Ride Refreshment
What's Not Included
Ride Leaders
Broom Wagon
Mechanic
Signage
Trip Tips
BIKE CHOICE
All of our routes have been test ridden and are designed to be 28c passable. However, definitions of this may vary and we recommend a little wider, such as 32-35c. You undertake to ride any route at your own risk to you and your equipment.
SELF SUPPORTED
This event self-supported. You must be able to provide for yourself on the road, including food, water and spares you may need. There is no broom wagon and you are responsible for getting yourself home. We recommend that you carry at least spare tubes, a pump and any spares you may need to keep you rolling.
FAQ
Will the route be signposted
This route will not be signposted and you must have a GPS device to follow the route.
Are the start and finish point the same?
No, your start point is Rapha Manchester, with your finish location being Velo Edge.
When will we receive route information?
All registered riders will receive their route guidance, GPX files and other pertinent information one week before the event date.
What's the terrain like? What sort of bike should I bring?
This route includes cobbles, cobbled climbs, gravel, bridleway, mud and other such unpaved terrain. Please expect your average speed to be lower than usual on a road ride and be aware that changing weather conditions, rider density and farm traffic may make some sections more difficult.
All of our routes have been test ridden and are designed to be 28c passable. However, definitions of this may vary and we recommend a little wider, such as 32-35c. You undertake to ride any route at your own risk to you and your equipment.
Will there be parking?
Manchester City Centre has many car parks located a short distance from the clubhouse
What time will we start?
Sign on will be from 8-8.30 on the day.
How long will the ride take?
This will depend where you stop and your average speed. We would expect the route to take around 4-5 hours.