Dragon Ride

Sunday 14th June 2026

Dragon Ride

Sunday 14th June 2026

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The UK's Most Challenging Sportive

Sweeping climbs through the stunning Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons)

Four Epic Routes

From the Cymru Classic to the infamous Dragon Devil, we have a challenge that suits everyone from casual to expert riders

Support on Course & Epic Feed Stations

Multiple stops packed with snacks & drinks to keep you fuelled, plus proper food included at the finish

Quality Finisher Medal

Conquer the climbs & earn your quality 2026 finisher medal
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Jun 3

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We've once again teamed up with climbing expert Simon Warren @100climbs author of the internationally renowned 100 Climbs series, to create the official Climbs Guide for this year's Dragon Ride🚵 The guide profiles each of the iconic Welsh climbs you'll face on the route. It's the perfect read to get you prepared with just 11 days to go 🐲 Link in bio 🔗

We`ve once again teamed up with climbing expert Simon Warren @100climbs author of the internationally renowned 100 Climbs series, to create the official Climbs Guide for this year`s Dragon Ride🚵

The guide profiles each of the iconic Welsh climbs you`ll face on the route.

It`s the perfect read to get you prepared with just 11 days to go 🐲 Link in bio 🔗 ...

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May 31

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Only 2 weeks until this year's Dragon Ride🚵 Who else is counting down the days?👇

Only 2 weeks until this year`s Dragon Ride🚵 Who else is counting down the days?👇 ...

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