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All That Glitters Isn't Gold Abbey Wood Oliver Iles
150Km

Summary

163Km permanent cycling event starting from Abbey Wood.

Controls at

  • Abbey Wood
  • Pontymoile - Pontypool
  • Brynmawr
  • Swffryd - Nisa Store
  • Pontytmoile - Pontypool
  • Usk
  • Abbey Wood

You must use electronic proof of passage (GPS or E-Brevet) for this event

Description

It is an event for experienced Randonneurs—a very audacious but breathtaking ride into the Southern Edges of the Brecon Beacons National Park.

Highlights include: 1. 22% Climb in Wentwood.
2. Canalside Coffee Stop in Pontypool on the Monmouthshire Canal.
3. Amazing views of the New Severn Bridge from Shirenewton.
4. Climb the 200m from Pontypool to the top of the disused railway line in Blaenavon World Heritage Site / Big Pit National Mine Museum via the National Cycle Path.
5. Passing North through broad-leaf woodland with its splendid old mining and quarrying ruins and offers fantastic views east across the valley of Afon Llwyd.
6. Ride past Garn Lakes and its Nature Reserve within the World Heritage site.
7. Enjoy the off-road National Cycle Network Paths to Brynmawr and Abertillery.

For Detailed Route Mapping - https://www.plotaroute.com/route/1623234?units=km

Mostly quiet lanes and minor roads with easy navigation.

Distance Medal & Event Patch are available for purchase.

This event qualifies as a 150k ride in the Super Rouleur Award - See Details Here - www.audaxwales.com/super-rouleur-award/

FULL EVENT DETAILS AT www.audaxwales.com/events/all-that-glitters-isn't-gold-century-ride/

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Event Date and Location

  • Date: To be created by the rider
  • Distance: 150 km (163 km) in 10h52
  • Starting from: Abbey Wood
  • Reversible: Yes
  • Start at any control: Yes
  • FlexStart: Yes

Event Information

Speed:
15-30 km/h
Climb:
0m
AAA:
2.25
Category:
BP
Body:
AUK[P]
Audax Points:
1.5
Event No:
OI07

Downloads

Route Sheet Gps File