Grand Rando - New Forest - 4/5 July

[JimH]

Has anyone attended this before? Run by Woods Cyclery in the new forest, appears to be a series of off road trails with camping, beer and live music.

[Bearbonesnorm]

No but they probably could have picked a better weekend if they're hoping to attract bikepackers.

[lune ranger]

No but they probably could have picked a better weekend if they're hoping to attract bikepackers.

I probably have my stupid head on... why?

[Bearbonesnorm]

I probably have my stupid head on... why?

It's the weekend of the Jenn Ride.

[lune ranger]

Of course - stupid head wins again

[Jamesh]

I've been before as social relaxed way of exploring the new forest, also have a lot of time for the guys at Woods Cyclery so it's a fun event all round.
I guess its more for the fancy coffee/cake gravel crowd than anything bikepacking, but equally this years dates have not worked out well.

This seems to be a couple problem.. date clashing/proximity

[ZeroDarkBivi]

How did you find out about this? I can only find scant details online about the 2019 event. Might be interested as it’s a lot easier to get to then the Lakes for me.

[Bearbonesnorm]

From their FB page Craig

The ‘Grand Rando’ is coming! 🏕
.
4th and 5th of July 2020! More gravel, more beer, more music, more bikes, more food and more good times!
We like to think of it as a gravel mini festival. There’s a tough as hell route if you want it but there’s easy route options suitable for anyone who can pedal a bike too!
.
Save the date and look out for the first batch of tickets to go online and in store soon!

[BigdummySteve]

I’m in