La Traka 2026 — Hugo Drechou finishes second among the world’s elite
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La Traka 2026 — Girona, Spain
On 29 April 2026, on the demanding trails of Catalonia, La Traka once again brought together the world’s gravel elite. Now a fixture on the international calendar, this one-day event demands an uncompromising format:
Over 300 km, over 4,000 m of elevation gain, combining long rolling sections, technical sections and the ability to pace oneself over the distance.
In this highly competitive field, Hugo Drechou confirmed his status among the world’s best riders. A former cross-country mountain biking specialist and now a leading figure in gravel racing with the Gravel Nation collective, he distinguished himself in 2026 with a 2nd place finish of the highest calibre against the elite.
Over nearly 10 hours of racing, he managed to stay in touch with the best thanks to a rare combination of endurance, technical skill and racing intelligence.
A solid performance that perfectly reflects the demands of modern gravel racing: riding fast, for long periods, and with precision.
He embodies a new generation of riders where every detail counts—from equipment to line choice—to turn every watt into speed.
The Traka leaves nothing to chance. And in 2026, Hugo Drechou established himself as a benchmark there.
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