Coast to Coast Endurance Bike Challenge – UK

Coast to Coast Endurance Bike Challenge – UK

Bring yourself and your bike to the meeting point in Whitehaven on Thursday evening, and we’ll take care of the rest.
You can concentrate on admiring the views across the Lake District, pushing on up the Pennines, and scooting downhill into Sunderland for the finish line by the seaside.
You’ll leave your car in a safe place at the start point, and then cycle across England from West to East over 3 days. You will have a warm bed in a B&B and breakfast included in the cost, and we’ll transfer you and your bike back to your car on Sunday.
All the info you need should be here, but if you have any questions at all, please do not hesitate to contact us
3 Sept – 6 Sept 2009 – Cost £500 (including Deposit)
Thursday
This evening we will meet and greet at Whitehaven and overnight in a local B&B.
Friday
Whitehaven to Greystoke/Penrith
Approx. distance 50 miles. One big climb at Whinlatter, otherwise undulating.
Today we will start our cycling adventure. This first day of the C2C will take us through the northern section of the Lake District National Park. This is Britain’s largest park, and you’ll be travelling past some of its most impressive peaks – Skiddaw, Blecathra and the northern reaches of the Helvelyn range. You’ll also encounter a great number of traditional Lakeland villages, as well as the focal town for this area Keswick which has a great selection of cafes for lunch time.
Saturday
Penrith to Allenheads/ Rookhope
Approx. distance 50 miles. Climbs up Hartside, out of Garrigill and Black Hill. A tough day over very hilly terrain.
Today we will continue on with our challenge. After breakfast we will set off towards Rookhope, this part of the journey will have you right in the heart of the Pennines. Today you’ll encounter your biggest challenges, and as you coast down towards the river Eden from Penrith you’ll see the first Pennine ridge rising up before you. The scenery takes a dramatic change now, as the sheer peaks of the Lakes become rolling valleys and open moors. We will overnight at Rookhope where we can enjoy a warm shower to ease up our muscles for tomorrow’s last stint.
Sunday
Allenheads/Rookhope to Sunderland
Approx. distance 45 miles. Climb out of Allenheads/Rookhope, then its level or downhill all the way to the finish.
After breakfast we will set off on our last leg of the route. You will be able to enjoy this scenic route as it follows the north bank of the Wear, skirting Washington and passing the Stadium of Light. The end is at the Marina at Roker, a grand spot to finish. And now we will take to the sea and follow tradition and dip our wheels in the briny.
Congratulations are now in order, as you celebrate the success of your journey across Britain.
Price includes: Trained staff and medic, support vehicle, B&B accommodation (3 nights), breakfast, lunch, transfer of bags, transfer back to car from finish
Price excludes: Dinners, bike hire, transport to-/from start/finish finish.
Trek details may be changed subject to circumstances

6 - 9th May 2010 / Fundraising £500 (including Deposit) – NOW FULL.

Early bookings now being taken for 9th-12th September 2010 at same fundraising target – email gillian@redventure.org

Mountain RidersTest your Stamina and endurance on this 3-day challenge
Make no mistake, this is not a challenge to be underestimated. It is a tough ride with long hills, that will test even the fittest of cyclists. Be prepared to take on the Pennines!

Bring yourself and your bike to the meeting point in Sunderland on Thursday, early evening, and we’ll take care of the rest.

You can concentrate on admiring the views across the Lake District, pushing on up the Pennines, and scooting downhill into Sunderland for the finish line by the seaside.

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