'Ard Rock Enduro 2015

The ‘Ard Rock Enduro is back, to put the mountain right back into mountain biking. The stunning and peaceful area of Swaledale, North Yorkshire, will be transformed into one of the most exciting weekends of biking, barbecues, bands and beer. Don your kit, grab yer bike, and get thissen ready to experience Yorkshire at its ‘Ardest. Entries go live on 12th December 2014.



Introduction by Dickon Hepworth of Santa Cruz Bicycles

Santa Cruz are proud to announce their title sponsorship of the award winning ‘Ard Rock Enduro for 2015.

The ‘Ard Rock Enduro really encapsulates why we do what we do and the reason we love riding bikes - it’s challenging, accessible, relaxed and most of all fun! The atmosphere is second to none, and the course enables riders of all abilities to test themselves in some incredibly unique terrain. Ride with your mates, or race the clock, it's up to you. Combined with bbq, beers and music it’s really a unique event that sums up all the best bits about biking.
We can’t wait to be involved in 2015 – and we look forward to seeing you there.


Words form the organiser, Joe Rafferty.

For 2015 we’ve added a ‘Sport’ race to the itinerary, which will follow the same route but miss two of the most technical stages. It will be slightly less physical, so we hope that riders of all abilities can come and join in the fun. The key ingredients that make the ‘Ard Rock a great weekend of biking will remain the same; adventure, challenge and good times! In 2014 we managed to raise over £2000 for local charities and we hope to exceed this in 2015.


Information about the ‘Ard Rock Enduro

The 'Ard Rock Enduro takes place on 100% natural, rough and rock-strewn private tracks that are only rideable in this event. There's zero trail centre kitty litter or manmade berms in 'Ard Rock, just ancient trails and paths with loose, steep and technical riding under your wheels in places. The entire route will be purpose marked for the event and offers a 'once only' opportunity to hit up some quirky, natural rocky zones.

The 'Ard Rock Enduro's event village will be based at the beautiful Dales Mountain Bike Centre, with its onsite cafe and bike shop. Superb, level camping facilities and parking for competitors is right next door to the River Swale in Fremington. The ‘Ard Rock Enduro is supported by the Mountain Bike industries’ leading brands and local breweries. Santa Cruz, SRAM and Mavic will all be onsite to support riders and showcase their products.

Whether you want to go flat out for glory or enjoy an amazing chilled weekend riding with your mates in midsummer, it's a chance for all entrants to ride amazing exclusive trails in great company and enjoy the atmosphere of the Yorkshire Dales.

Sit back and check out the video from 2014.



Enter at ardrockenduro.co.uk