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Event LocationAppleby Sport Centre, Battlebarrow, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6XU |
Event ID#3367 |
Full course details/maps can be found at http://sportinaction.co.uk/great-dun-fell-cycle-sportive/
A donation from every entry will be made to the Alzheimer’s Society
Regarded as one of the UK’s top cycling climbs, Great Dun Fell is the sting in the tale of this unique cycle sportive. Starting in the historic market town of Appleby the route undulates through the beautiful Eden Valley and skirts the edge of the Lake District before arriving at the foot of the final 5 mile ascent.
The event sold out in 2014 and whilst the 2015 field has been increased to accommodate 300 riders, early entry is advised.
“This is the greatest climb in England, this is our Mont Ventoux, it has no peers, there is no comparison: Great Dun Fell is simply unique….”
Article from The Guardian by Simon Warren
Event HQ
The event will start at Appleby Sport Centre, just a half mile from the A66 by-pass. The centre is at the rear of Appleby Grammar School.
Parking
Parking at the school/sports centre is free. Arrive early and follow the instructions of the marshals. If full participants will be directed into the town centre, only a few hundred metres away where further free parking is available.
What is a Cycle Sportive?
A sportive is a non-competitive challenge ride. It is not a race and all roads will be open to the public so cyclists must obey the Highway Code. The aim is to negotiate the course as comfortably and safely as possible. Cyclists will start in small groups at set intervals so as to enable the field to spread out. Although not a race all finishers will get a finish time on completion of the route.
What do I do on event day?
Registration will open from 0730 where you will pick up your number, the event will be hand timed.
Cyclists will be set off from 0800 (in groups of 12 or so at 2 minute intervals). Less experienced/slower riders are advised to set off nearer to 0800. The last starters will be at 0900.
Full course details/maps can be found at http://sportinaction.co.uk/great-dun-fell-cycle-sportive/
Withdrawals Policy
Up until April 19th 2015 all withdrawals will be subject to a £7.50 Charge to cover the cost of processing the entry and refund plus the £2.50 donation to the chosen charity. Refunds requests must be submitted to - and will be handled by - the Event Organiser (not BookitZone).
After April 19th 2015 no refunds will be given
Please enter me for the above event. I accept that the organiser will not be liable for any loss, damage, action, claim, cost or expenses which may arise in the consequence of my participation in or attendance to this event. I declare that I will not attend unless I am in good health on the day of the event and accept that I attend at my own risk. In the unlikely event of abandonment or cancellation, all or part of my entry fee may be retained for the management and administration of the event.
You should collect your race pack/number/item at the venue on the day of the event. Please arrive in good time.
Name: Brian Allen
Link to events website: http://sportinaction.co.uk/great-dun-fell-cycle-sportive/
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