Posted on Jul 02, 2014 at 23:01 PM by Shaun
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Posted on Jun 30, 2014 at 14:21 PM by Shaun
Stage 1 is going to be starting in Leeds and finishing with a sprint into Harrogate, this stage also takes in the outstanding scenery and breathtakingly peaceful atmosphere of Yorkshire Dales. With stage 1 the riders will pass through 18 separate towns before ending in Harrogate.
At a mere 190 km or 118 miles they will possibly be completing this stage in a mouth watering 4 hours depending on some of the good old Yorkshire hills that they encounter.
Over the years the Grand Départ has regularly been held outside of France - in 2012 it was hosted by Belgium. With a worldwide television audience of 3.5billion annually Yorkshire is going to be a very busy county over the weeks leading up and during the Grand Départ.
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Posted on Jul 02, 2014 at 23:01 PM by Shaun
A very short ride of around 20 miles
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Posted on Jun 30, 2014 at 14:21 PM by Shaun
Stage 2 will consist of ancient and modern surroundings, starting in York and finishing in Sheffield. This will definitely challenge the peloton with a blend of iconic climbs and countless, short, sharp climbs. At an impressive 200 km or roughly 124 miles the riders will face everything from continuous climbs to short steep climbs, they will have the task of defeating each climb stage 2 throws there way.
They will also have to tackle the longest continuous gradient in England, Cragg Vale. They will possibly be looking at completing stage 2 in around 5 and a half hours.
The Tour de France is the world’s largest annual sporting event held every year starting around the end of June/beginning of July and lasts 3 weeks. Over the entire race the riders will cover approximately 3,500 kilometers and the Grand Départ is the opening of the race of the Tour. With the last time the tour visited England being 7 years ago, when they travelled from London to Kent, Yorkshire has the long awaited return of the tour.
In 2007 2 million people turned out to watch the tour over 2 days, so when July comes around Yorkshire is going to be thriving and the place to be in the summer.
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Posted on Jul 02, 2014 at 23:01 PM by Shaun
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Posted on Jul 02, 2014 at 23:01 PM by Shaun
A ride of two halves - the first quite hilly through the eastern Yorkshire Dales - followed by the more pastoral and much flatter Vale of York and a return along lower Wharfedale.
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Posted on Jul 02, 2014 at 23:01 PM by Shaun
A short ride of around 30 miles
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Posted on Jul 02, 2014 at 23:01 PM by Shaun
101km cycling event starting from Otley - West Yorkshire. North to Pateley Bridge - then upper Nidderdale and over Jordan Moss - through lanes to Ripon and back
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Posted on Jul 02, 2014 at 23:01 PM by Shaun
A good first Audax: to the Vale of York - out and return along Lower Wharfedale.
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Posted on Jun 19, 2014 at 12:46 PM by Shaun
Come and join us on this beautiful route that takes in some fantastic views of the Halifax countryside. This is a 8 mile double circular route around Norland Moor, a site of special scientific evidence. You are almost at the very top of the area here and can hug the contour line so there is very little change in gradient around the whole of the route. This ride is ideal for anybody who would like to get a bit more confidence riding on the road without having to do a huge distance. The scenery around is a feast for the eyes but please, remember to keep your eyes on the road every now and then!
This ride uses part of National Cycle Network (NCN) route 68. To find out more about the NCN and other great places to cycle near you everyday, go to the Sustrans website (http://www.sustrans.org.uk/ncn/map/national-cycle-network).
If you’re fairly confident on your bike and ready to broaden your cycling horizons, our Steady rides are ideal. At a comfortable pace, and possibly with some modest hills along the way, rides take place on mainly quiet roads with plenty of sights along the way. Rides are between 6 and 20 miles long, at a moderate pace of between 7 and 10 miles an hour.
Helmets must be worn by all under 18’s regardless of ride level.
Please bring equipment with you to repair punctures, Ride Leaders are there to help but are not responsible for your bike.
All rides leave at the time stated you must arrive early Ride Leaders will not wait.
Yes, at start / finish location Moorcock Inn Pub, New Lonley Lane off Moor Bottom Lane, Norland, Halifax, HX6 3RP
Sowerby Bridge Train Station, 1.3 miles
Yes, at Moorcock Inn and Spring Rock Pub - participants to ask before using facilities
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