Itinerary

Please view the timings as a guide only.

Sunday 22nd Sept: Letchworth - Cambridge - 70 miles

08:00 Challenge Central HQ, Units 13-15, Business Centre West, Avenue 1, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 2HB

08:30 Challenge Briefing and Photo

09:00 Depart

11:30 Mini Break

13:30 Lunch

16:00 Arrive in Cambridge

Monday 23rd Sept: Cambridge to Rugby - 80 miles

07:00 Breakfast

08:00 Start Cycling

11:00 Mini Break

16:00 Arrive in Rugby

Tuesday 24th Sept: Rugby to Chesterfield - 80 miles

07:00 Breakfast

08:00 Start Cycling

10:00 Mini Break

12:30 Lunch

15:00 Mini Break

17:00 Arrive in Chesterfield

Wednesday 25th Sept: Chesterfield to Manchester - 50 miles

07:00 Breakfast

08:00 Start Cycling

10:00 Mini Break

12:30 Lunch

15:00 Arrive in Manchester

Package Inclusions

>> Fully led and supported challenge with CC Cycle Leaders

>> Support Vehicles to ensure a smooth, safe and successful challenge

>> Accommodation x 3, Days 1-3

>> Breakfast x 3, Days 2-4

>> Lunch x 4, Days 1-4

>> Evening Meals x 3, Days 2-4

>> Daily refreshments, calorie dense snacks, fluids and hot drinks throughout

>> Bike Mechanic

>> Qualified First Aiders

Exclusions

>> Pre/Post Event Travel

>> Pre/Post Event Accommodation (London / Manchester)

Additional Optional Extras:

>> Single Supplement x 3 nights - £375

Bike Clothing:

>> Bike Helmet (compulsory)

>> Bike Gloves

>> Padded Cycling Shorts*

>> Cycling Tops / T-Shirts*

>> Waterproof / Warm Cycling Clothing**

>> High Viz Vest / Reflective Clothing

>> Cycle Shoes and Socks

*You should aim for at least one cycling outfit per day and one extra for spares as the weather can be unpredictable.

**Warm cycling clothing should include jackets / gloves / arm & leg warmers. Often the weather is very cold when leaving the ferry on Day 2 and cycling early mornings. Having layers of clothing on will also help to keep you warm. 

Other Clothing:

>> Casual Clothing (for when not cycling) - Please ensure you have warm items of clothing for when waiting to board the ferry

>> Shoes / Trainers / Flip Flops

Bike Kit:

>> Bike

>> Bright Bike Lights / Head Torch (the mornings can be very dark)

>> Water Bottle / Camelbak (to be used while cycling)

>> Small Backpack or Bento Box (for accessible food)

>> Tyre Levers

>> Bike Tools and Pump

>> Spare Inner Tubes x4 (at least!)

>> Puncture Repair Kit

>> High Quality Puncture Resistant Tyres (are strongly advised)

Luggage / Packing Equipment:

>> Holdall (for everything in the support vehicle)

>> Packing Sacks and Dry Sacks

>> Plastic Bags (for wet clothes)

Hygiene & Health:

>> Toiletries

>> Sun Protection

>> Flannel / Hand Towel

>> Bath Towel

>> Anti-Insect Spray

>> Anti-Chafe Cream

>> Anti-Nausea Tablets / Bands (for ferry crossing)

>> Prescribed Medication (if applicable)

>> Basic First Aid Kit (Guides will carry as well)

Nutrition (suggestions only):

Cycling nutrition:

>> Energy Snacks

>> Fluid Replacements

Documentation / Other:

>> Travel Insurance (to cover you for cycling activities)

>> Mobile Phone & Charger

>> Power Bank Charger(s)