Nannup - Element Valley

This is a FREE event, but bookings are essential via Ride Nation as places are limited.

Join us for a no-drop training ride led by Nannup local and experienced gravel rider Vanessa Johnson.

Our goal is to ride from Nannup and do a loop of Element Valley, possibly part of the 2026 UCI Gravel World Champs course. Pace expected to be 15-20km/hour with regular regroups. Enthusiastic climbers are encouraged to repeat climb sections to maintain momentum.

Where: Barista & Blackwood Bread cafe in the main street.
When: Sunday 28 July. Arrive 8.30am for 8.45am roll out.
Who: Particularly welcoming to women and all allies of the 4Five+ mission to support women in midlife to maintain an active & healthy lifestyle
Bring:
- roadworthy bike suitable for riding on gravel
- Australian Standards approved helmet
- mobile with Telstra network coverage or a satellite communications device (e.g. Garmin InReach) - there are many network blackspots in & around Nannup.
- all spares (tube, puncture repair kit, CO2)
- hydration and nutrition
- clothing appropriate for the weather
- any medication you might require

New to gravel? Check out the 4F Gravel Guide on the Resources page of the 4fiveplus website https://www.4fiveplus.org/resources.

This is winter, a little rain won't stop us. Adjustments to times and routes may be made depending on the forecast, and if warnings are in place the ride may be cancelled. Watch the event discussion for updates. Best endeavors will be made to contact registered riders about last minute changes.

Many thanks to the Department of Local Government, Sports and Cultural Industries for funding this 4Five+ Athlete Collective initiative through an Active Regional Communities Grant.

Follow the 4Five+ Facebook page for updates https://www.facebook.com/4fiveplus