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  • Blönduós - Iceland

North Bound Gravel

This is an off-road race with a festival vibe. Bring the team and gear up for a fast paced adventure from sea to highlands. Soak up the beauty and nature of North Iceland. Share your stories and battle scars the around a fire with apres' and beer when you finish.

North Bound GRVL

Choose from 2 Experience options:

This is a prototype event and will be held similar to a group ride, with minimal support and infrastructure during the event. No timing or marking will be on course.

North Bound-100K -1138 M

This course is fast and the gravel is smooth. You will travel from Sea to Highland, returning on a downhill though a lovely valley.

Svinavatn-60K

(pronounced : svinawatn)

This short loop will give any rider a taste of the landscape and culture, leaving you time for other sightseeing and cultural activities.

E-Bikes are welcome on this route

Lodging and Camping available nearby

Schedule  2026

Thursday 30-July

3 PM Group Camping opens at Hunaver

Friday 31- July  

Saturday 1- Aug

7 AM - 8 Am Shuttle from Hunaver to Start ( optional )

9 AM 110 Ride Starts in Blondous

9 AM 60 K Ride Start in Blönduós

Finish Party at Hunaver 2 pm - 9 pm 

Sunday 2- August

Optional tour to Hveravellir hot spring and geyser.

What to Expect

  • No official timing or finisher metal

  • No course markings, so it is essential that everyone downloads the GPS route before the ride.

  • 60K Route . or 110K Route

  • We encourage riders to stay together, enjoy the incredible scenery, and meet new friends along the way.

  • We are working with the local community to provide a food and water stop, but you should plan to be largely self-supported.

What We'll Provide

  • A support vehicle stationed approximately halfway through the route that can carry your extra food and water.

  • A post-ride gathering with hot dogs on the grill and beer from RVK Brewing at Hunaver.

  • One of Iceland's best gravel routes—and great vibes all around.