Orbea Gravel Rioja Alavesa
Key facts
- Date:
- 24 oct
- Type:
- One-day (XC / race)
- Laguardia · País Vasco · Spain
- Distances:
- 102 km; 54 km
- Elevation:
- Consultar web
- Price:
- 59 EUR (early bird)
About
The Orbea Gravel Rioja Alavesa centres on Laguardia, the walled medieval town that overlooks the Alavese plain and the renowned Rioja Alavesa vineyards. With distances of 102 km and 54 km, the route winds between wineries, orchards, limestone trails and views stretching to the Cantabrian massif. Orbea's sponsorship brings organisational quality to an event that celebrates the vinous and scenic identity of the inner Basque Country. An excellent choice for intermediate and advanced cyclists who want to combine competition, cultural surroundings and outstanding local gastronomy. In Push Training 360 the surface variability between Laguardia and the Cantabrian massif shapes the specificity phase: the coach works on anticipatory terrain reading, power modulation on limestone and rough dirt, and pacing strategy for the 102 km with weekly FTP review.
Frequently asked questions
When does Orbea Gravel Rioja Alavesa take place in 2026?
Orbea Gravel Rioja Alavesa takes place on 24 October 2026, starting in Laguardia (Alava).
What distances does Orbea Gravel Rioja Alavesa offer?
Orbea Gravel Rioja Alavesa offers two distances: 102 km and 54 km. The accumulated elevation gain is published on the official event website.
Where does Orbea Gravel Rioja Alavesa start?
The start is in Laguardia, in Alava, in the heart of the Rioja Alavesa wine-growing area.
What type of terrain does Orbea Gravel Rioja Alavesa cover?
The route passes through the vineyards of Rioja Alavesa, featuring tracks and dirt roads between vine crops in the area surrounding Laguardia.
How to prepare for Orbea Gravel Rioja Alavesa with PUSH TRAINING 360?
PUSH TRAINING 360 is a 12-week plan with weekly review, 4 phases (aerobic base, threshold building, specificity load, and tapering), and nutrition in 3 phases. For Orbea Gravel Rioja Alavesa, with 54 or 102 km among vineyards in Alava, the specificity phase includes work on dirt road terrain with potential mud in October. Pacing is designed to manage effort steadily on a route without major climbs. The nutritional strategy accounts for autumn conditions in the Basque Country and the effort duration based on the chosen distance.
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