GRVL Ridge Sportive

Following a successful debut in 2024, GRVL is excited to announce the return of Ridge, a one-day cycling event set in the heart of the Chiltern Hills.

Designed for riders who value quality routes, good company, and a proper post-ride reward, Ridge brings people together around a shared love of cycling.

The Ridge will take place on Saturday 6 September 2025. Event HQ is at the Church Farm Café in Aldbury, near Tring.

Two routes are on offer: a 100-mile road option or a 100km gravel course.

Entry to the event includes a downloadable GPX route, a mid-ride feed station served from the Church Farm Café coffee van, and a post-ride BBQ provided by Suave Foods — all included in the £45 ticket price.

In its second year, Ridge "continues to emphasise sustainability, simplicity, and rider experience" say the organisers. In practice this means the emphasis is on getting the essentials right: a great route, good food and post-ride socialising.

Extras like medals and timing chips are dispensed with and the route is unsigned: participants will receive a rider ID card on the day, and will be required to carry their own navigation. Helmets are mandatory, and riders are asked to bring basic tools and spares for self-supported riding.

For those travelling from further afield, GRVL has also provided a list of recommended local hotels and camping options - available on the event web page at grvl.cc/blogs/news/ridge-2025.

Entries are open now at ridge2025.eventbrite.co.uk.