A two-dayer starting in Risca and heading north towards the Brecon Beacons, then back along the canal and over some big South Wales climbs.

This one isn't for the faint-hearted and involves two big days of ridng, lots of climbing and some proper technical descending.

You'll want a bike that can handle loose rocks and cover long distances and you'll want to make sure you're kitted out for big, cold, exposed windy mountains. There are times when you'll be pretty far away from a road and riding some challenging stuff so pack anything you might need to sort yourself out or get rescued :-)

The route includes lots of traffic-free and off-road and generally steers away from busy roads as much as possible.

The Gap descent is long, rough, windy, rocky and far better suited to a full-suspension mountain bike than a gravel bike, but plenty rideable on the drops if you're up for a challenge. It could well be pretty tough in hard weather so please do a bit of research before you go!

You'll end day one at the YHA Danywenallt, next to Talybont Reservoir with options to relax at the hostel (they do food and drinks) or head down to the village.

Enjoy!

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> talybontstores.co.uk
> facebook.com/thestartalybont
> facebook.com/thewalnuttreecafebar
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