Tour De Shane – The Pembrokeshire Sportive
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Join Rugby Union legend Shane Williams for this iconic cycling event. Great for cyclists of all abilities, the Tour De Shane course passes through quaint villages and along strikingly beautiful roads in the Pembrokeshire countryside. Come to support a good cause or for the physical challenge.
The 70 Mile and The 50 Mile
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Sat, 24 Apr 2021
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St Davids, United Kingdom
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Elevation
20 to 50m elevation gain per km
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Where and when
Location
5 Nun St, St Davids, Haverfordwest SA62 6NS, UK
Start times
Sat, 24 Apr 2021
The 70 Mile:
TBC | The 50 Mile:
TBC Races summary
Here's what races are available for Tour De Shane – The Pembrokeshire Sportive
The 70 Mile
70mi
The 50 Mile
50mi
Route information
50 mile course
Elevation Gain – 3488Ft
- The course will start and finish from the Bishops Palace. A 13th Century grade one listed building that sits next to the impressive Cathedral. This really is an iconic site for an iconic event.
- Riders will pass through the magnificent palace gates and along the Cathedral Close.
- They will then head up Quickwell Hill and then head North on the A487.
- The first 18 miles features gentle ascents and descents will the only ascent of note at Hayscastle Cross.
- Once riders have completed this section, they will head heading East into the county town of Haverfordwest. Riders will skirt around the outside of the town before heading on the B4327 towards Dale.
- Again this section features rolling hills and so is ideal for riders to stretch their legs.
- At the 32 mile mark, riders will descend into the picture postcard village of Little Haven.
- However, the climb out of Little Haven will be one of the steepest on the course and is followed by the final 18 miles of undulating roads that will see riders pass by the beaches of Broad Haven, Nolton Haven and Newgale where riders will be faced with the infamous Newgale hill climb.
- The course winds back to St David’s via Solva, which offers a great view of the harbour as riders climb the last challenging hill of the day.
70 mile course
Elevation gain – 5137ft
- As with the 50 mile race, the 70 mile course starts and finishes at the iconic Bishops Palace.
- The first 7 miles of the route are fairly flat allowing riders plenty of time to warm up.
- Over the next 9 miles, riders will pass through the delightful coastal villages of Trefin and Abercastle before heading onto Mathry and St. Nicholas.
- This section is undulating and features some gentle downhills to sea level and the inevitable ascents back out. The superb scenery should help riders with the burn.
- Around the 17 mile mark, you will reach the most Northerly and highest point of the route near to Strumble Head.
- Following on from this, riders will head south towards St Davids before turning inland cutting across the North Pembs Peninsular.
- The first 8 miles of this section from Goodwick to Treddiog Farm consists of a good steady climb but this is followed by a series of fast descents.
- Once riders have completed this section, they will head heading East into the county town of Haverfordwest. Riders will skirt around the outside of the town before heading on the B4327 towards Dale.
- Again this section features rolling hills and so is ideal for riders to stretch their legs.
- At the 52 mile mark, riders will descend into the picture postcard village of Little Haven.
- However, the climb out of Little Haven will be one of the steepest on the course and is followed by the final 18 miles of undulating roads that will see riders pass by the beaches of Broad Haven, Nolton Haven and Newgale where riders will be faced with the infamous Newgale hill climb.
- The course winds back to St David’s via Solva, which offers a great view of the harbour as riders climb the last challenging hill of the day.
What's included
- Fully marked course
- Finisher's medal
- Timed event
- Aid stations
- Refreshment stations
- Medical and First Aid cover
- Goody Bag including a Tour De Shane souvenir
- The chance to ride with a sports star for a great cause
How to get there
5 Nun St, St Davids, Haverfordwest SA62 6NS, UK
Get full directionsAddress: St. Davids Bishop's Palace,High St, St Davids, Haverfordwest SA62 6PE
Event day logistics
Schedule:
0800 - 0900: Staggered starts for the 50 mile and 70 mile race
Further race day logistics will be sent out closer to the time.
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Kit List
Entrants must provide their own bike in good working order and helmets are mandatory.
FAQs
What will aid stations be stocked with?
The aid stations will have water and sugary energy drinks and snacks, which will include your energy nibbles such as sweets, nuts, cakes and fruit. There will also be savouries and carbs such as sandwiches and pizza slices locations will be Keeston & Broad Haven.
When will entrants receive further information?
Full details will be sent to riders, in relation to parking, aid stations, safety and all related logistics in the weeks leading up to the event.
Does the Pembrokeshire Sportive have an age limit?
Yes, entrants must be aged 16+ or 14+ if accompanied by an adult.
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