Chase the Sun Cycle
Next Ride: 22/06/2024
START: The Leas, Minster-on-Sea, Isle-of-Sheppey, ME12 2TE - - - FINISH: Grand Pier, Weston-Super-Mare, BS23 1AL
Next Ride: 22/06/2024
START: The Leas, Minster-on-Sea, Isle-of-Sheppey, ME12 2TE - - - FINISH: Grand Pier, Weston-Super-Mare, BS23 1AL
Green pastures and charming villages on a diverse route celebrating England
THE ROUTE
Starting in the Thames estuary, the 200+ mile route bi-sects south London, bridging the Thames onto Wiggin’s Olympic time trial route, before seeking green country lanes, quaint villages, the lush Vale of Pewsey, climbing the Mendip hills, descending breathtaking Cheddar gorge, finally arriving on the seafront at Weston-Super-Mare.
RIDER INFORMATION
In principle, riders should plan to ride un-supported, this is part of the challenge! Carry all the essentials for safety, sustenance, repair and navigation with you.
The route is not signed or way-marked for the event, navigation is key test for a successful Chase the Sun. Detailed route maps, timings and guidance will be issued to riders around a month prior to the event, along with downloadable GPX and TCX route files.
TRAINING & PREPARATION
Training and Preparation is essential for success so check out our Training & Advice page for tips on planning your ride and our preparation checklist.
SUPPORT VOLUNTEERS
There will be no official ‘broom wagon’ or en-route support during the ride. So although not at all essential, it is permitted for non-riding family and friends to join in the weekends epic adventure. You can drive (not along the route!) to certain mapped locations to meet riders and provide encouragement and supplies if required. Please help all riders where you can, it’s in the spirit of the ride.
GROUP / CLUB / CORPORATE OR CHARITY ENTRIES
Entering in a group of 6 or more riders? We may be able to offer discounts and assistance. Email us for more details.
Travel to Isle-of-Sheppey
It is recommended that you make early travel arrangements so that you arrive at your accommodation on Friday in the late afternoon/early evening allowing time to prep bikes, attend the route briefing at Ride HQ (8pm) and eat/drink and sleep well before an early morning pre-sunrise!
Accommodation
We have conveniently located hotels at the start included in our All-In packages but you can also choose to book your own alongside our Just Ride and RidePlus+ registrations.