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The Castle Sportive 80 Miles – North Lakes Cycling

“THE CASTLE” SPORTIVE – NORTH LAKES 80 MILE LOOP

Based at Lowther Castle – this great loop explores some of the best areas of the Northern Lakes to ride a bike. Challenging climbs, breath taking descents, lake shores, mountains, wild ponies, hidden roman roads – and stunning scenery throughout.

Hosted by the historic Lowther Castle near Penrith in North Cumbria – it is a challenging route that passes through some stunning scenery, as it winds its way around lake shores, up and over notable climbs and descents – quiet roads, remote lanes and scenic villages of the North Lakes area to be savoured throughout the day.
You will leave The Castle grounds and ride through the village of Askham then along the narrow lanes that head to Pooley Bridge and the shores of Ullswater, having ridden the entire length of the northern shore. It is soon time to knuckle down for the challenging ascent of Kirkstone Pass – 20% plus in places and rated #83 of Britain’s Top 100 Climbs.

Then an exciting downhill takes you past Troutbeck and towards the village of Staveley, where our well stocked feed station awaits. Remote lanes are then followed towards the hidden roman road that runs between Howtown and Tebay.

More quiet country lanes are then ridden through the Eden District to the east of the M6, winding their way back to Lowther Castle, where you can enjoy the rest of day in the castle grounds and facilities.

Distance –
80 miles

Ascent –
7557 ft / 2304 mtrs

Event Hq –
Lowther Castle, Lowther, Penrith, CA10 2HH

Feed Stations –

1 in Staverley village ( roughly half way )

The Boxer Sportive 66 Miles – South Lakes Cycling

“THE BOXER” SPORTIVE – SOUTH LAKES 66 MILE LOOP

Come and ride among the foothills of this famous region, now with World Heritage Status. Something for all tastes await – traffic free lanes, remote valleys, welcoming villages, seaside promenades and a breath-taking view over Morecambe Bay to finish.

Your day starts by following the Lune cycle-way and heading through Halton village before a short, sharp climb that gains the quiet road that heads north and towards The Lakes.
Traffic free lanes then lead to a short section of quiet A road through Burton in Kendal and continues over the busy A65 at a roundabout. After a short distance, deserted country lanes are rejoined and then followed around the large Cumbrian town of Kendal.

Your route joins and follows the A road that heads to Shap for a short way before descending to cross the hidden River Sprint and following the remote lanes that lead to Staveley village, with its toilets and our well stocked feedstation.

Once through the village you will head south on remote lanes through several villages and head across the busy A6 towards the coast at Arnside.

You will then turn your back on the coast and head inland through the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty that we ride most, to pass through our home town of Carnforth and back up to the surrounding hillsides. Here you can savour the memorable view across Morecambe Bay and the distant Cumbrian Fells before dropping back down to event HQ.

Distance –
106 km / 66 miles

Ascent –
1 335 m / 4380 ft

Event HQ –
Lancaster Park & Ride car park, Caton Road, Lancaster, LA2 9HG (M6 junc 34)

The Beast Sportive 108 Miles – Lakes Cycling

“THE BEAST” SPORTIVE – LAKE DISTRICT 108 MILE LOOP

Come and use your mid season fitness to take on our challenging annual Lake District sportive – 108 miles of scenic riding – remote lanes, stunning views, challenging passes, lake shores, forest roads and seaside promenades – something for everyone – especially as a pre Fred Whitton warm up.

Your day begins on the Lune cycleway and heads through Halton village before a short, sharp climb to gain the quiet road that heads north and towards The Lakes.
Traffic free lanes lead to a short section of quiet A road through Burton in Kendal and continues over the busy A65 at a roundabout. After a short distance, deserted country lanes are rejoined and followed around the large Cumbrian town of Kendal.

Your route joins and follows the quiet A road that heads gradually up to Shap summit and village, this is rarely busy with traffic and it is a joy to follow it up and up into the remote fells before a tiolet and refreshment stop in Shap village itself.

Country lanes are then ridden from Shap, all the way to Pooley Bridge, and your second refreshment break on the shores of the lake a few KM’s up the road, you will ride the complete North side of Ullswater and through both Glenridding and Patterdale hamlets, before passing Brothers Water to the foot of the infamous Kirkstone Pass – ranked #83 of Britain’s top 100 climbs .

A steady grind will see you though the 20% sections and up to The Kirkstone Inn at 1 481 ft above sea level and then it is downhill all the way to the village of Staveley and your second toilet and refreshment break.

Once through the village – with its loos and feedstation, you will head south on remote lanes through several villages and head across the busy A6 towards the coast at Arnside.

You then turn your back to the coast to head inland and through the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty that we ride most, passing through our home town of Carnforth and back up to the surrounding hillsides. Here you can savour a last view across Morecambe Bay and the distant Cumbrian Fells before dropping back down to event HQ.

Distance –
174 km / 108 miles

Ascent –
2406 m / 7892 ft

Event HQ –
Lancaster Park & Ride car park, Caton Road, Lancaster, LA2 9HG (M6 junc 34)

Feed Stations –
2 – in Shap and Staverley villages

Fred Whitton Challenge Sportive – Lakes Cycling

The Fred Whitton Challenge is one of the most popular sportives in the UK and is also famed as being particularly difficult. Dubbed ‘The Daddy of them all’ by Cycling Weekly, riders rank it alongside European events such as the Marmotte in terms of difficulty. The ride is a real challenge and everyone who completes it has a true sense of achievement. The Saddleback Fred Whitton Challenge is a charity event in honour of the late Fred Whitton who was a great advocate for cycle sport in Cumbria and North Lancashire. It is with respect to Fred and his ideals that the event remains just that, ‘a challenge’.

The Fred Whitton Challenge consists of a 113 mile sportive around the Lake District, now a World Heritage Site. Starting at Grasmere and taking in climbs of Kirkstone, Honister, Newlands, Whinlatter, Hardknott, Wrynose and Blea Tarn passes.

The very top riders complete the route in just under six hours but eleven hours and over are not uncommon for the average Sportive rider. This is a very tough route and going on rider feedback the hardest one day ride in the UK, the event includes all the Lakeland passes, one with a 30% gradient and this comes at 98 miles.

OceanLava Fuerteventura Triathlon Holiday

Welcome to the 3ª edition Ocean Lava Puerto del rosario – Triathlon Fuerteventura ,next October 8 and 9,2021.The race will be performed in the town of Puerto del Rosario.

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As in previous years we are preparing with great enthusiasm this event for athletes, families and spectators so that they feel comfortable.

Entrance to swim in Ocean Lava Puerto del Rosario – Triathlon Fuerteventura for the Olympic Distance consists:
1,5 kM SWIM

You have to performer 2 laps to a circuit of 750 mts, each lap.
Place: Playa de Los Pozos

Cycling race of Ocean Lava Puerto del Rosario – Triathlon Fuerteventura for olimpic distance consists in:

40KM CYCLING

Place : Carreteras del Municipio de Puerto del Rosario

10 KM RUN
Running distance Ocean Lava Puerto del Rosario – Triathlon Fuerteventura for olimpic distance consists in : 10 KM.

It will be performed in a circuit of 2,5 KM each lap.The race will be four laps.

Place: Avenida Maritima del Puerto del Rosario

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Volta ao Algarve UCI Pro Tour – Cycling Algarve Portugal

FEBRUARY 2022
From 17th to 21st of February 2022 in partnership with Volta ao Algarve (dates to be confirmed by the UCI calendar)

5 DAYS – 5 STAGES VOLTA ao ALGARVE Professional Cycling Tour

4 AND 5 STAR HOTELS
Participants will stay in the same Hotel groups as the main Pro Tour teams – such as Ineos, Quick Step, Trek, Cofidis and others.

THE CHALLENGE

Dont just watch the pros be part of it with the Ride Across Algarve Event

The Ride Across Portugal concept, was adapted on Ride Across Algarve to discover some of the best Algarve sceneries.

Challenge stages, with timed sections and pit stops, designed on quiet roads surrounded by beautiful landscapes.

The perfect mix between sport, and local culture and gastronomy.

Ride Across Algarve – Cycling Algarve Portugal

FEBRUARY 2022
From 15th to 20th of February 2022 in partnership with Volta ao Algarve (dates to be confirmed by the UCI calendar)

5 DAYS – 4 STAGES PLUS ALGARVE GRANFONDO
Beginning Wednesday ending Sunday, with the participating on the Algarve Granfondo on the last day.

4 AND 5 STAR HOTELS
Participants will stay in the same Hotel groups as the main Pro Tour teams – such as Ineos, Quick Step, Trek, Cofidis and others.

DIFFICULTY
Designed on flatter and mountain roads, each stage will have an approximate distance of 110 km/75 miles and 1.500 m of accumulated climbs.

THE CHALLENGE

The Ride Across Portugal concept, was adapted on Ride Across Algarve to discover some of the best Algarve sceneries.

Challenge stages, with timed sections and pit stops, designed on quiet roads surrounded by beautiful landscapes.

The perfect mix between sport, and local culture and gastronomy.

Gran Fondo Lisboa – Cycling Portugal Lisbon

The 3rd Edition of Granfondo Lisboa will take place on 3rd October 2021 within the scope of Lisbon European Capital of Sport 2021.

The Granfondo has a distance of 124 km with two timed sectors.

The accumulated height difference is 1,600m (d +), in a course with 5 challenging climbs.

Start and finish are at Parque das Nações, with the race office scheduled for the Pavilion of Knowledge.

Tour O The Borders – Scotland Cycling

Welcome to the Tour O The Borders, a top class, closed road sportive which takes you through stunning scenery on beautiful Borders roads.
About this Event
Tour O The Borders powered by Pirelli is a cycle sportive in the Scottish Borders. Tour O The Borders takes place on closed roads, meaning no traffic whatsoever, and offers two route lengths;

The Full Route – 120km/74 miles
The Challenge Route – 88.8km/56miles
With mile after mile of spectacular scenery, some of the best road cycling terrain in Scotland, and the inclusion of the famous Talla Wall climb, our route is truly a classic.

It’s a cracking day on the bike!

We’re confident this is the best value-for-money closed road sportive in the country, and it’s 100% organised by local riders.

Ticket Options
We offer two different ticket options for each distance;

– Postal Entry

Our postal entry ticket ensures that your rider pack will be sent out to you in advance so all you need to do on event day is ride your bike! This option is an additional £10 and you must select the ticket titled ‘POSTAGE INCLUDED…’ and that for the distance you wish to complete.

– Standard

Our standard entry ticket means you will need to register in person on Saturday 4 September 2021 at Event HQ. So, if you can’t make that you will need to opt for postal.

– Team Kidney Entry

Join Team Kidney and help put the brakes on kidney disease. You’ll need to raise a minimum of £250 in sponsorship for the charity. In return you’ll get your Tour O The Borders entry for £40 as well as; – A Kidney Research UK cycling jersey – A fundraising pack full of tips and ideas – Support from Kidney Research UK every step of the way – Regular updates to inspire your training and fundraising – Encouragement from Team Kidney across the event weekend – A Kidney Research UK medal and certificates.

Please note this does not include postage of your ride pack in advance of the event, you must register in person on Saturday 5th September.

What you get for your money;
– A fantastic closed road ride including some of the UK’s best cycling country and awesome scenery

– Great feed stations on the route with a variety of locally-made treats, including some fantastic cake and Forsyth’s famous macaroni pies

– The best electronic chip timing system, results texted to you soon after finish

– Official souvenir for all finishers

– Mechanical support before and during the event

– Comprehensive first aid and safety provision around the course

– Water and toilet stops where you’ll most likely need them (we’re riders too!)

– A sweeper vehicle and tech/service support on course

Gran Canaria Bike Week – Maspalomas – La Cicloturista – Gran Canaria Cycling

Gran Canaria Cycling Bike Week – 10 Day Cycling Holiday
It is a full week long bike event on Gran Canaria that has been celebrated since 1988. Special moments and unforgettable editions with routes that go through the island where fun is guaranteed kilometre after kilometre.

In 2023 it will 35 years old. A long path where we have created our landmark and got national and international recognition. We have cycled together setting the pace and reaching every target. The island is our host and this dream moves us on the calendar toward this unique event.
December means Gran Canaria Bike Week and from the 5th to the 10th we will feel and be infected by the good weather, the atmosphere and the expectation that always generates a new opportunity to know and discover the island on two wheels.

Day 1 – Meet and Greet GCC and all the riders – Friday
Day 2 – Gran Canaria Cycling Recce ride – bike & equipment test or Late Arrival Saturday
Stage 1 – Gran Canaria South East Maspalomas – Santa Lucía – Tunte – Maspalomas – 77 km, Elevation Gain: 1.360 m –
Stage 2 – Gran Canaria Cycling South to North – Maspalomas Lighthouse – Agaete – 95 km, Elevation gain: 2130 m
Stage 3 – Gran Canaria Cycling North to South – Agaete – Maspalomas – 98 km, Elevation gain: 2.305 m
Stage 4 – Maspalomas Bike – Maspalomas – Ayagaures – Maspalomas – 32 km, Elevation gain: 505 m
Stage 5 Maspalomas to Guayadeque – Maspalomas Light House – Guayadeque – Maspalomas Light House – 88 km, Elevation gain: 1.615 m
Stage 6 – Pico De Las Nieves Climb – Ingenio – Pico de Las Nieves 30 km, Elevation gain: 1.930m
Stage 7 Gran Canaria Cycling Verde – Arucas – Caldera Pinos de Gáldar – Arucas – 82 km, Elevation gain: 1.900 m
Stage 8 Love Gran Canaria Cycling – Maspalomas Lighthouse – Taurito – 53 km, Elevation gain: 730 m – 12 Dec 2021
Rest Day / Family Day /
Gran Canaria Cycling cooldown day café ride day and awards / recognition –

#GreatDestination describes Gran Canaria (Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO) like a miniature continent that inspires and creates joy. The natural environment, landscape, history, cultural and gastronomic wealth of the island is complemented by a wide offer for exploring its corners and secrets. Sea and summit united in a single pulse, pride for the islanders and a unique place for visitors who fall in love with the amazing weather, picturesque corners and the hospitality and kindness of its people.

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