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Ride of Champions
Conquer the Ride of Champions!
Are you a seasoned cyclist ready to push your limits The Ride of Champions is calling all elite riders to take on the ultimate challenge – a gruelling 100-mile journey designed to test your endurance, strength and determination.
Why Ride of Champions
• Extreme Endurance: Tackle a demanding 100-mile course that will push even the most experienced cyclists to their limits.
• Epic Terrain: Navigate through Hampshire and Isle of Wight’s challenging climbs, rapid descents, and rugged landscapes that will test your skills and stamina.
• Champion’s Glory: Ride alongside fellow elite cyclists, all striving for greatness and the title of Champion.
• Your impact: Every mile you conquer will help Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance reach our fundraising goal of £3.6 million to build our new airbase. You can find out more about the Operation Airbase Appeal.
The route:
• Hampshire Countryside: Begin your ride at Sparsholt College, Winchester, cycling through the beautiful Hampshire roads, making your way to Southampton.
• Red Funnel ferry to the Isle of Wight: From Southampton, board a ferry across the Solent to the Isle of Wight.
• Cycling the Isle of Wight: Take in the island’s coastal charm and challenge yourself on the famous Military Road with its breathtaking vistas.
• Ferry from Yarmouth: After completing the island route, hop on a ferry to Lymington, a lovely seaside town.
• New Forest: Cycle through the enchanting New Forest, greeting wild ponies and cattle along the way.
• Finish: End your journey back at the starting point, with the satisfaction of supporting a life-saving cause.
View the 100 mile route here.
The route is 100 miles, this is subject to change. Please
Are you a seasoned cyclist ready to push your limits The Ride of Champions is calling all elite riders to take on the ultimate challenge – a gruelling 100-mile journey designed to test your endurance, strength and determination.
Why Ride of Champions
• Extreme Endurance: Tackle a demanding 100-mile course that will push even the most experienced cyclists to their limits.
• Epic Terrain: Navigate through Hampshire and Isle of Wight’s challenging climbs, rapid descents, and rugged landscapes that will test your skills and stamina.
• Champion’s Glory: Ride alongside fellow elite cyclists, all striving for greatness and the title of Champion.
• Your impact: Every mile you conquer will help Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance reach our fundraising goal of £3.6 million to build our new airbase. You can find out more about the Operation Airbase Appeal.
The route:
• Hampshire Countryside: Begin your ride at Sparsholt College, Winchester, cycling through the beautiful Hampshire roads, making your way to Southampton.
• Red Funnel ferry to the Isle of Wight: From Southampton, board a ferry across the Solent to the Isle of Wight.
• Cycling the Isle of Wight: Take in the island’s coastal charm and challenge yourself on the famous Military Road with its breathtaking vistas.
• Ferry from Yarmouth: After completing the island route, hop on a ferry to Lymington, a lovely seaside town.
• New Forest: Cycle through the enchanting New Forest, greeting wild ponies and cattle along the way.
• Finish: End your journey back at the starting point, with the satisfaction of supporting a life-saving cause.
View the 100 mile route here.
The route is 100 miles, this is subject to change. Please
Sunday 15 June
Sparsholt College Hampshire
Westley Lane, Sparsholt
Winchester
Hampshire SO21 2NF
Registration: 6-7amStart: 7-8am
£60 per person
– Includes detailed route handbook, downloadable GPX/TCX files, ferry tickets, a charity event jersey, comfort stops, live rider location tracking, a finisher’s medal, and event mechanic.
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