The Flat 100 South 2020 - Road Cycling in Peterborough, UK

The Flat 100 South routes

The Long Route starts in Peterborough and then heads north east through Thorney and onto Holbeach St Johns where there is a tea and biscuit stop. Riders will then head towards the Wash National Nature Reserve before looping back through Holbeach St Marks and into Holbeach. The route then winds through Weston and Pode Hole and then arrives in Weston Hills for a feed stop. Riders will then complete the home stretch back to Peterborough.

The Medium Route follows the Long Route up to the tea and biscuit stop. Instead of heading out to the Nature Reserve, the route cuts North through Gedney and then loops round to the feed stop at Weston Hills where it meets up with the Long Route once again. Riders will then ride triumphant southwards into Peterborough.

The Short Route heads through Thorney and the onto to just south of Crowland. From hear riders will loop round and head south towards Peterborough, passing to the east of Parnwell.

Event Details

What’s Included

Marshalled Course
Aid Stations
Refreshment Stations
Free Photo Downloads
Great Value Ride

Sportive HQ focus on great quality rides at great prices. With this in mind, medals and merchandise do not come as standard. If you would like one of these items, please select the appropriate ticket. For merchandise, Sportive HQ are selling some great merchandise including buff, mug, replica cycling shirt. Email [email protected] for more info.

Raceday Logistics

Provisional Itinerary

06:30- Parking Opens
06:45 - Registration Opens (Long and Medium Route)
07:45 - Time Trial Riders - Ride Starts
07:50 - 08:15 Long Route Riders Start
08:15 - 09:00 Medium Route Riders Start
08:45 - 09:00 Registration (Short Route)
09:00 - 09:15 Short Route Riders Start
11:00 - Long Route Option Closes at 22.7 Mile Point
17:00 - Ride Finishes

Registration

At registration you will receive an envelope with your rider number, twist ties and a sticky back timing chip to put on your helmet.
Please arrive in plenty of time to complete the registration process

Tandem Bikes

You can ride a tandem but please email [email protected] before purchasing a ticket

Kit List

It is your responsibility to come to the event with a mechanically sound bike. There will be a mechanical support team in place who will do their best to aid you but please try to look after yourself in terms of punctures. Helmets are also compulsory

Spectators

Spectators are more than welcome to come and support the riders.

Volunteers

If you would like to volunteer for this event, please contact [email protected]

Frequently Asked Questions

Will there be medical support?

There will be 2 Motorbike Riders circuiting the course on the day from Medi- Bikes. They are both fully qualified paramedics and can assist with many incidents, whilst they are there just for the safety of all of the riders doing the event, if you are find yourself in an emergency situation please do not hesitate to call 999 if needed.

Is there an age restriction for this event?

Riders must be at least 14 to participate. If you are under the age of 18 please contact ([email protected]) to request a parental consent form in advance.

Will there be mechanical support available?

There will be a mechanical support HQ as well as mobile support from fully qualified cycle mechanics.

Can I ride a tandem bike?

You can ride a tandem but please email [email protected] before purchasing a ticket

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The Flat 100 South reviews (57)

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Rick B
Did the 104 Mile in 2019
Well organised event. Probably the cheapest 100 miler around but quality is amazing. Great atmosphere, great signage, GREAT FOOD STATIONS 😊. Would recommend this ride to any rider at any level. It was my partners first 100 miler and she loved it.
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Lee P 1 review
Did the 104 Mile in 2019
Fantastic event! great food stations, well worth the money. Would highly recommend for other people to do
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Shortie
Did the 61 Mile in 2019
An absolute superb flat event that i was more than skeptical about in relation to the claim of such a flat course. To be fair, only 72 meters over 62 miles is somewhat of an achievement to keep so low.
The roads selected were so quiet and flat with while not amazing views, it certainly was picturesque all the way round the course and one i certainly plan on putting in the diary again next year.
Well done to all the Sportive HQ team, a really well run and carefully chosen roads event that more people need to give a go at.
Well done
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David H 1 review
Did the 104 Mile in 2019
My first ride of over 100miles and plenty of friendly people to talk to on the ride when I was tiring. Brilliant well stocked feed stops.
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Andy J
Did the 104 Mile in 2019
Great event well organised with ample support and marshalling
Feed station stocked with real food plus energy gels was the highlight
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Gary H
Did the 104 Mile in 2019
Excellent sportive, never had any concerns with the sportive these guys put on, price, organisation, signs and feed stations are top notch
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Stuart R
Did the 104 Mile in 2019
These events are awesome. Well organised and definitely understand what a cyclist wants. It’s the only place I go for long sportives.
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Matt v
Did the 61 Mile in 2019
Great day out, the crew from Sportive are always helpful and friendly. Looking forward to more events next year!
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Rick D
Did the 104 Mile in 2019
Great route organised by the team at Sportive HQ. The route is flat and the only part that held you up was going through Spalding. Great feed stops with plenty of choice.
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Mark H
Did the 104 Mile in 2019
As a Sportive HQ regular I have to say the route, the signage, the support and the feed stations are all spot on