Moderate days are a clear step up from easy ones: around 70 km and about 1,000 m of climbing. The Forest Gravel Loop fits here at 72 km and 1,050 m on pine-forest tracks and farm roads. It is best for riders who already manage several hours in the saddle, ideally with some gravel experience, and who want a full day without extreme climbing. Because it is on unpaved surfaces, your average speed will be lower than on a road ride of similar length, so allow for a long day. It is a sensible stepping stone before the harder gravel option.