Gravelton PH returns for 4th run in Clark

Last year's Gravelton Clark event drew many gravel cyclists.
By Dugout Philippines

MANILA––Get ready to shift gears and embrace the grit as Gravelton PH returns with Gravelton Clark 2025, hitting the trails harder and tougher than ever.

Now on its fourth adrenaline-charged year, the country’s premier gravel race is back to push cyclists and adventure seekers to their limits on the rugged routes of Central Luzon.

The action kicks off and concludes at Filinvest Mimosa Plus Leisure City in Clark, Pampanga, this Oct. 18–19.

This year’s two-day Gravelton PH weekend is set to be bigger and bolder, offering participants not just a festive atmosphere but the most action-packed and grittiest race of a lifetime.

Day 1 (Oct. 18) revs up with an expanded Gravelton Clark 2025 Expo Day featuring more partner brands, booths, and activations powering the pre-race vibe.

The adrenaline truly kicks in on Day 2 (Oct. 19) for the Gravelton Clark 2025 Race Day.

Riders will hit the trail and take on Gravelton’s roughest course for the most pulse-pounding and breathtaking gravel race ever.

Registration for Gravelton Clark 2025 opens on July 15, and official registration links will be available on Gravelton PH’s social media pages.

Interested participants are encouraged to lock in their slots early. 

Participating riders can choose between the 80-kilometer race course (PHP 5,000) and the 120-kilometer race course (PHP 5,400).  Race registration includes a custom Gravelton Cap, a pair of custom Gravelton Shades, and a custom Gravelton Bidon.

Successful participants of each Men's and Women's race courses could bag the Top Three Overall Finishers Award and the Top Ten Fastest Finishers Award in each age group bracket. This highlights Gravelton Clark 2025’s commitment to celebrating excellence across all levels of competition.

“This year, Gravelton Clark 2025 is anchored on the theme ‘Forged in Flame, Carved in Ice’, representing dual forces shaping the gravel community – fierce in competition, chill in celebration. 

We’re pushing the limits on and off the trail as we give riders a full-throttle gravel racing experience, paired with chill yet exciting pre- and post-race vibes that bring the whole gravel community together,” shared Ritchie Santayana, Group Category Director of Gruppo Innovare Corp (Specialized Philippines), Gravelton PH event organizer. 

Whether you’re in it for a podium win or the adventure thrill, Gravelton PH delivers a top-tier gravel racing experience.

Over the years, Gravelton Clark PH has been praised for its seamless organization, well-planned routes and trail design, and the overall shared grit and camaraderie among participants. 

In 2024, Gravelton PH drew 629 participants from 11 countries and 90 cities.

The event successfully accommodated 326 riders in the 80-kilometer race, 303 riders in the 120-kilometer category, and a total of 561 finishers.

This October, Gravelton Clark 2025 is set for its grandest season yet, with more partners and more cyclists joining the excitement.

Register on July 15, save the date, and saddle up for an amazing adventure of a lifetime!

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this epic ride as registration closes on Sept. 15, 2025. 

Gravelton Clark PH 2025 is organized by Specialized Philippines in partnership with Army Navy, ZeusPH, Whey King, CF Moto, Ceramic Speed, Pacific Bay, Vamos, Mekeni, and GoRacePH, and many others.

For updates and registration announcements, follow Gravelton Clark PH on social media.

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