Gravel Biking

The Rift Iceland Gravel Race

Gravel Cycling covering 60 km to 330 km with up to 4,600 m D+ in Hvolsvollur (Südisland, Iceland)

LocationHvolsvöllur, Südisland, IcelandShow on map(63.7520° N, 20.2209° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +4,600 m

The Rift Iceland Gravel Race is an endurance sporting event in Hvolsvöllur, Südisland, IS focused on Gravel Biking. Key features include Mountain, Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Culture & History.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including The Abyss (330 km, +4,600 m D+), The flaw (200 km, +2,600 m D+), The Crevasse (140 km, +1,700 m D+), and The Crack (60 km, +520 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (therift.bike).

Official website
The Rift Iceland Gravel Race in Hvolsvöllur (Work: "Cyclingworld Cyclocross Race 2024, Meerbusch (P1170928)", Photo: Matti Blume, License: CC BY-SA 4.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Cyclingworld Cyclocross Race 2024, Meerbusch (P1170928)" · Photo: Matti Blume · Wikimedia CommonsCC BY-SA 4.0
Cropped to 16:9 (960 × 540 px), WebP · Shared under the same license

Event characteristics

MountainNature & Off-RoadForestCulture & HistoryIslandHigh Altitude

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
The AbyssGravel Biking330 km+4,600 m8 m - 1,940 mLoop courseRoute & profile
The flawGravel Biking200 km+2,600 m11 m - 1,103 mLoop courseRoute & profile
The CrevasseGravel Biking140 km+1,700 m14 m - 728 mLoop courseRoute & profile
The CrackGravel Biking60 km+520 m17 m - 235 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
330 km
Elevation gain
+4,600 m D+
Elevation loss
-4,600 m D-
Altitude range
8 m - 1,940 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
2.8 % / 5 %
Course format
Loop course
330 km+4,600 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N50100150200250300FS63.7520° N, 20.2209° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 8 m to 1,940 m above sea level (+4,600 m D+, -4,600 m D-)

Peak: 1,940 m·at 83 km·Ø 2.8 %
8 m652 m1,296 m1,940 m0 km66 km132 km198 km264 km330 km1,940 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does The Rift Iceland Gravel Race take place?

The Rift Iceland Gravel Race takes place in Hvolsvöllur, Südisland, IS (start area at coordinates 63.752° N, 20.2209° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at The Rift Iceland Gravel Race?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including The Abyss (330 km, +4,600 m D+), The flaw (200 km, +2,600 m D+), The Crevasse (140 km, +1,700 m D+), and The Crack (60 km, +520 m D+). The competitions belong to Gravel Biking.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for The Rift Iceland Gravel Race?

The main competition (The Abyss over 330 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +4,600 m of elevation gain and -4,600 m of elevation loss, ranging between 8 m and 1,940 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for The Rift Iceland Gravel Race?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (therift.bike).