After a break in 2025 the Blaenau is back for 2026 with more route options and a choice of start dates, with all riders aiming to get back for the finishers party on Sunday 14th June.
This is a departure from previous editions where everyone has started together but finished at very different times, with many riders unable to stay around for the arrival of others and the finishers party. Instead there will be a choice of starting at 9:30am on either Thursday, Friday or Saturday.
We’ve also increased the route options so that you can pick your preferred challenge – go longer over 4 days, go shorter with more relaxed daily targets over 3-4 days, or blast round one of the shorter loops in a couple of days – the choice is yours! And if you change your mind as the start gets nearer you can always switch to a different start time/route.
All rides follow fixed routes, are self-supported, and will be fully GPS tracked for Dot Watching (but no prizes or podiums).
Entry numbers will be limited to 60 riders across all routes, as we want to maintain the friendly atmosphere that the Blaenau is known for, and we have worked hard to keep the entry fee at £99 for all distances (our overheads are the same regardless of route option chosen). Entries open at midday on 29th October.