La Manchuela Gravel 200K 2027

From the Júcar valley to the Cabriel gorges in a single day: La Manchuela Gravel 200K, La Larga, is the big one-day challenge of this gravel ride. It leaves Casas-Ibáñez early in the morning and crosses the two great valleys of La Manchuela on tracks, trails and back roads. General information: - Date: Saturday 2027-05-22. - Start: at 07:00. - Start and finish: Casas-Ibáñez (Albacete). - Route: 200 km with about 2,400 m of elevation gain, through the Júcar and Cabriel valleys. - Edition: 5th. - Format: non-competitive gravel ride. - Navigation: there are no markings; you must follow the GPS track the organiser sends a few days before. - Bikes: gravel or MTB. E-bikes are not allowed on this route. Why it is special: - It explores the area around the Hoces del Cabriel Natural Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve since 2019. - It combines tracks, trails and back roads through the landscapes of La Manchuela, among vineyards, gorges and rivers. - There are four distances on the same weekend, from a 50 km introduction to a 360 km ultra. - It links the Júcar and Cabriel valleys in a single day. Course: La Larga covers about 200 km and 2,400 m of elevation gain through the Júcar and Cabriel valleys. The courses and GPX tracks are on the official website. Timetable: in the 2027 edition, Entre Ríos (360 km) starts on Friday 21 May at 18:00; La Larga (200 km) on Saturday 22 at 07:00; La Clásica (100 km) at 08:00; and La Iniciación (50 km) at 08:30. La Larga has a 12-hour time limit. There is no start corral by finishing time: it is a non-competitive ride. Registration and prices: registration is online on the official website (Rock the Sport platform) and closes on 2027-05-09. Prices: - Bibs 1 to 100: €55. - From bib 101: €70. Bib pickup: at the bullring in Casas-Ibáñez, on Friday afternoon and Saturday morning before the starts. Bring photo ID. A participant bag comes with the bib. There is no expo as such, but the town has a great cycling atmosphere. Services: - Event kit (jersey and bib shorts). - Participant bag. - Six aid stations on the route. - Accident and liability insurance. Gear: an approved helmet is mandatory and the bike must be in good condition. Carry water, food, spares and a charged phone. Tips: Spread your effort and eat regularly: it is a long day in the saddle. Roads are open to traffic, so follow the traffic rules. Getting there: Casas-Ibáñez is in the La Manchuela area, in the north-east of the province of Albacete, close to the borders with Valencia and Cuenca. The easiest way to get there is by car. If you are coming from far away, it is worth booking accommodation in the area. Bib change: the rules allow a change of holder (name change) and a change of route until 20 days before the event, the latter subject to availability and possible management fees. Refunds can also be requested until 20 days before. After that date no changes or refunds are accepted. Alternatives to get a bib: register early to get one of the first 100 bibs, which are cheaper, and join the waiting list on Bibready with a bib alert. There are no official waiting lists. Within the deadline, a bib exchange on Bibready helps you find a replacement. FAQ: - When is it? On 2027-05-22 at 07:00. - How long is it? 200 km with about 2,400 m of climbing. - Is it competitive? No, it is a non-competitive ride. - How much does it cost? €55 for the first 100 bibs and €70 afterwards. - Can I change the holder? Yes, until 20 days before the event.