BARCELONA - GIRONA GRAVEL 2024
THURSDAY 14th & FRIDAY 15th: WRISTBAND & T-SHIRT PICKUP
From Thursday the 14th at 16:30 AM, you can pick up your Barna-Girona T-shirt and the wristband for your bag. Please attach the wristband to your bag so it can be loaded onto the van. Upon arrival in Girona, you’ll need to hand in the wristband at Hors Categorie to receive your meal.
START: VELODROM BARCELONA
The van for bag transport will be at Velodrom from 7:30 AM until the last group departs at 9:00 AM. Departure is flexible—each rider can start at any time after loading their bag onto the van. However, there will be a single designated "fast group" departure at 9:00 AM sharp from Velodrom. This group will maintain a steady pace without scheduled regrouping.
ROUTES AND TRACKS
Route 5*
● Distance: 155 km
● Elevation Gain: 3000+ m
Aid Station 1
● Location: Km 45
● Supplies: Sweet snacks, fruit, and drinks
● Hours: 9:30–11:30
● Map Link: View on Google Maps
Aid Station 2
● Location: Km 107
● Supplies: Sweet snacks, sandwiches, fruit, and drinks
● Hours: 11:30–14:30
● Map Link: View on Google Maps
Water Point (Not Aid Station)
● Location: Km 67 - Public park “Can Massuet”
● Map Link: View on Google Maps
Route 3*
● Distance: 149 km
● Elevation Gain: 2050+ m
Aid Station 1
● Location: Km 45
● Supplies: Sweet snacks, fruit, and drinks
● Hours: 9:30–11:30
● Map Link: View on Google Maps
Aid Station 2
● Location: Km 100
● Supplies: Sweet snacks, sandwiches, fruit, and drinks
● Hours: 11:30–14:30
● Map Link: View on Google Maps
ARRIVAL IN GIRONA: HORS CATEGORIE
● Location: Find it on Google Maps
● Event Menu: Please choose your meal option before Thursday the 14th at 12:00 PM. If the form is not completed, we cannot guarantee your preferred meal choice upon arrival.
● IMPORTANT: Please indicate any dietary restrictions, allergies, or special food requirements on the form.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS
● Completing the Self-Responsibility Form is mandatory.
● This is not a race; traffic will be open. Please ride according to traffic regulations.
● No support will be available on the route, so bring any necessary spare parts. Self-sufficiency is essential.
● On paved sections, ride single or double file.
● We highly recommend carrying the route track as no sections will be marked.
● On the 5* route, there are a few long descents that may have erosion due to rain; please exercise caution. Remember, the priority is to reach the finish safely.
● This is a very demanding route, so pace yourself accordingly to avoid burning out.
For emergencies, contact the following number: +34660595057
For questions or clarifications, call us at Velodrom or email us at info@velodrom.cc
Best regards,
The Velodrom Team