OVRLND GRVL CRK Gravel National Championships
HardThe Philippine national gravel championships (UCI & PhilCycling sanctioned) at Filinvest Mimosa+ in Clark Freeport, with a 110km title race plus a 65km challenge on Pampanga backroads and volcanic gravel.
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▌ The Philippine national gravel championships (UCI & PhilCycling sanctioned) at Filinvest Mimosa+ in Clark Freeport, with a 110km title race plus a 65km challenge on Pampanga backroads and volcanic gravel
Asia race event organized by OVRLND GRVL CRK
12 SCORING DIMENSIONS
EFFORT MATRIX
EXPERIENCE MATRIX
GREEN FLAGS
- [+]110 km of hard gravel through Clark Freeport, Pampanga
- [+]Organized by OVRLND GRVL CRK
- [+]Varied terrain: Gravel, Mixed Terrain
- [+]Championship-level event with official ranking
RED FLAGS
- [!]Details not yet verified — confirm via official site
RIDER FIT
Manageable for steady-state riders
Limited use for pure climbers
Single-day event with strong sense of place
Wrong format for bikepacking specifics
Smoother surfaces let raw speed talk
Single-day pace suits crit-style riders less here
TIRE INTEL
Mixed gravel with no extreme demands — go for rolling speed.
WEATHER PLAYBOOK
Clark Freeport, Pampanga in spring (May): expect mild conditions — pack for variable weather. Always check 7-day forecast race week and pack a packable shell.
PACING PLAYBOOK
Sit in. Let the start sort itself out. Pace by feel, not by rivals.
Where the field shatters. Stick to your power numbers, not the surge.
Save one match. The last 20% is where placement is decided.
WHAT TO FEAR
- [!01]Pacing mistakes — most issues here are self-inflicted
INSIDER INTEL
“OVRLND GRVL CRK Gravel National Championships brings a uniquely Asian perspective to gravel — different terrain, different weather, different culture. Worth the travel.”
RACE LOGISTICS
Single mid-route aid station with water and snacks. Course is short enough that most riders don't need much.
- +Timing chip + bib
- +Course markings + GPX
- +Aid station nutrition + water
- -Spare tubes / tubeless plugs
- -Lodging
- -Drop bag transport (unless specified)
Book 6+ months ahead for big events. Check the race partner-hotel list for discounts.
Often the best value for groups. Search the wider race region, not just the start town.
- ▸Carry at least one tube + plug kit even with tubeless. Mechanical bad luck is the #1 DNF cause.
TRAVEL OPS
OVRLND GRVL CRK Gravel National Championships is a quality asia event — great if you're nearby or want to explore the region.