The Dales Trail

The Dales Trail

A conversation with Adrian Wright, the man behind the new 355km bikepacking event around the Yorkshire Dales National Park

Record Breaking

Record Breaking

Restrap Ambassador, Scarlet Zeigler is just 16. Would she be able to beat the record for the furthest distance ridden in 24 hours by someone under the age of 18?

The Restrap Solstice Century Challenge – Summer 2025

The Restrap Solstice Century Challenge – Summer 2025

The much loved Restrap Solstice Century is back!

This time were encouraging riders to make the most of the longest days of the year over the Summer Solstice between 20th to 29th June. The challenge is to ride one 100 mile/160km ride over those days.

A Principled Approach: The Touriste Routier

A Principled Approach: The Touriste Routier

As Samuel Thompson gets ready for his own Grand Depart on a solo lap of France, he ponders the route and rules that he will follow while aiming to break the current FKT.

5 x 550: Rich Rothwell's Epic 5th HT550 completion

5 x 550: Rich Rothwell's Epic 5th HT550 completion

Restrap ambassador, Rich Rothwell reflects on his 5th Highland Trail 550 completion. 

Unbound 2025 – "Not just a race; the race"

Unbound 2025 – "Not just a race; the race"

Ribble Outliers rider and Restrap ambassadror, Ben Thomas reflects on his Unbound gravel race experience this year, and talks us through what it's like to be scrapping at the pointy end of the pro field.

The Restrap riders of Highland Trail 2025

The Restrap riders of Highland Trail 2025

It's the biggest bikepacking race in the UK calendar, but what set up are our riders using for 550 miles of remote Scottish riding?

Behind the scenes at Pure Peak Grit

Behind the scenes at Pure Peak Grit

What's harder than some of the most brutal climbs in the Peak District? Linking them together in a single epic ultra... find out more about Pure Peak Grit here. 

What bags for gravel season?

What bags for gravel season?

It’s time to dial in more than just your fitness. From nutrition and tools to spare clothing, carrying the right kit can make all the difference on event day. This blog breaks down what to bring and the best ways to carry it; whether you’re racing hard or just out for the ride.

Life On The Bike

Life On The Bike

After five months and 5,000km around New Zealand, Britt Walker and Alan Danby wrap up an unforgettable summer of bikepacking. They have a quick look back at how their loadouts have served them for 5 months on the road, and now look to the next part of their adventure. Now heading to Nepal, they’re streamlining their setup for steeper climbs and rugged trails—ready for the mountains ahead.⁠

How would you train for the biggest ride of your life?

How would you train for the biggest ride of your life?

Samuel Thompson is preparing for an epic circuit of France this summer. He takes us through his training programme and shares some tips that we call learn from; even if our personal targets are more modest.

Moroccan Dust: The Highs and the Lows of the Atlas Mountain Race

Moroccan Dust: The Highs and the Lows of the Atlas Mountain Race

In a two part blog, our ambassador, Thomas Boury reflects on his recent Atlas Mountain Race experience, and talks us through his kit choices for the race