Avg Grade: 2% · Surface: Tarmac
Canal Towpath Circuit
Flat riverside loop suitable for mixed-ability groups. Minimal elevation change across 42 km.
The Elevation & Terrain Codex
Upcoming group trips indexed by physical profile. Hover any route card to sweep data callouts across the elevation graph.
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Drag to filter routes between smooth pavement and chunky singletrack surfaces.
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Chunky Singletrack
Avg Grade: 4% · Surface: Mixed Gravel
Chiltern Ridge Traverse
Rolling hills with alternating paved and compact gravel sections through beech woodland.
Avg Grade: 6% · Surface: Loose Gravel
New Forest Chunk Loop
Technical gravel with sustained climbs. Recommended for riders comfortable on uneven surfaces.
Data Sources
Verified Route Metrics
Each elevation profile is derived from surveyed GPX data and cross-referenced with local surface reports. Distances and grade averages update when ride leaders revise a route.
Planning
Before You Join a Trip
Review the elevation chart, check surface type, and confirm your equipment matches the terrain classification.
Meetup Coordinates
Every route card links to precise start-point coordinates visible in Handlebar Mode for on-the-go reference.
Surface Classifications
Routes are tagged from Type 1 (sealed pavement) through Type 10 (technical singletrack). The terrain slider filters within this scale.
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Next Steps
Match Your Pace to the Route
After selecting a route, use the Pace Finder to identify a group whose speed and social style align with the trip difficulty.
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