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The South Downs Tour
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Immerse yourself in the wonderful South Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This cycling event has 3 distances on offer, allowing a range of abilities to take on the wonderful roads of this region. Come along for a brilliant day in the saddle, and your well earned finisher's medal and beer.
Long, Middle and Short
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Sat 3rd Jul 2021
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Fontwell, United Kingdom
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Where and when
Location
Fontwell Park Racing & Events, Park Racecourse, Fontwell Ave, Fontwell, Arundel BN18 0SY, UK
Start times
Sat 3rd Jul 2021
Long:
8:00am | Middle:
8:35am | Short:
9:10am Event summary
Here are the distances available for The South Downs Tour
Long
159km
£40
Middle
131km
£35
Short
85km
£25
Route information
Long
Distance 159k
Elevation 1815m
Distance 159k
Elevation 1815m
Medium
Distance 131k
Elevation 1510m
Distance 131k
Elevation 1510m
Short
Distance 85k
Elevation 981m
Distance 85k
Elevation 981m
UK Cycling Events' Tour Series is designed to give you the chance to ride in some of the most beautiful parts of the UK and challenge yourself to distances you wouldn’t do every weekend.
The second race of the tour series events takes place in the heart of the South Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This means it will be a wonderful day on the bike and it also means there will be a few hills!
But don't be put off by the climbs, there will be lovely flat sections mixed in as well, and with 3 distances on offer this event has something for everyone.
The route will be extremely well signed and will have multiple feed stops provided by OTE Sports Nutrition.
After a stunning but tough day out on the road you will be well rewarded for all your efforts as you cross the finish line. Everyone will of course receive their finisher's medal, but also you will receive beer from Freedom Brewery and other goodies from other event partners.
So sign up for a wonderful, professionally run cycling experience with a friendly atmosphere.
What's included
- Finisher's medal
- Beer from Freedom Brewery
- Goodies for finishers
- Mechanical support
- Medical support
- Free parking
- Fully signed route
- Feed stops
- Chip timing
- Free event photography
How to get there
Fontwell Park Racing & Events, Park Racecourse, Fontwell Ave, Fontwell, Arundel BN18 0SY, UK
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Fontwell Racecourse is situated 6 miles east of Chichester and can be accessed from the A27.
Parking
There will be free parking for this event.
By Train
Barnham Station is approximately 3 miles from the venue.
Event day logistics
07:00 Gates open
07:30 Registration
08:00 - 08:30 Long race start window
08:35 - 09:05 Middle race start window
09:10 - 09:40 Short race start window
Age Restrictions
All riders under the age of 16 need to be accompanied by an adult who is responsible for them at all times.
Mandatory Kit
Everyone taking part must have the following with them for the event:
- Helmet (no helmet, no ride). Helmets must comply with the latest US Snell B90/B95 or European CE Standards
- Basic tools
- Inner tubes
- Pump
- Drink bottle
- First aid kit (recommended)
- Mobile phone for emergencies
- Lights and high visibility clothing (on days where fog or rain is forecast or where light is likely to be reduced)
- Facemask (for venue) and hand sanitiser
FAQs
Will there be mechanical support at The South Downs Tour?
Yes there will be mechanical support to help you with any issues.
Are there feed stations during The South Downs Tour?
The route will have multiple feed stops provided by OTE Sports Nutrition.
Do all finishers receive a medal at The South Downs Tour?
Yes, all finishers will receive a medal, as well as beer and other goodies.
Will there be parking on-site at The South Downs Tour?
Yes, there will be free parking available at this event.
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