Yorkshire Coast Dirt Dash

Date: Sat 05 Jul, 2025 - Sun 06 Jul, 2025

Venue: YHA Whitby

A self-supported bikepacking event which takes you around the dramatic scenery of the Yorkshire Coast and North York Moors National Park over 2 days.

It follows the same successful formula as the other Dirt Dashes, which offer a perfect way to experience the Route YC Adventure Weekender Route

Format: non-timed, self-supported reliability trial with overnight camping

Route: Day 1: 82.3km with ca. 1,340 m of climbing, Day 2: 74.7km with ca. 670 m of climbing. Some technical sections
Navigation: The route will be supplied electronically before the event. The course is not marked, you are responsible for your own navigation.
Bikes: mountain bikes & gravel bikes (e-bikes are allowed, but we cannot guarantee charging points) with a minimum recommended tire size of 40mm, which must be in good working order
Terrain: Singletrack, gravel paths, forestry roads and public roads
Start: 9am at the YHA in Whitby
Finish: Sunday afternoon/evening at the YHA in Whitby
What is provided: Rider briefing, route/file for navigation, campsite, evening meal, breakfast, broom wagon
Camping: We provide a suitable place to pitch your tent with other riders, toilets, drinking water supply, catering. There are no other facilities (shop etc.)
Food: Riders will be provided with a complimentary evening meal and breakfast. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free version are available on request. You need to bring your own bowl, mug, fork and spoon.