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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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