The Etape du Dales
- Date Sun 19th May 2019
- Location Grassington, North Yorkshire
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating cycling adventure at the Etape du Dales on Sunday, May 19, 2019, in the picturesque town of Skipton, North Yorkshire! This iconic event offers cyclists the chance to conquer a challenging 110-mile route through the stunning Yorkshire Dales, starting and finishing at the Wharfedale Rugby Club in Threshfield near Grassington. Riders will tackle some of the most demanding climbs in the region, including the steep and technical descents that make this ride a true test of endurance and skill, with a height gain comparable to a Tour de France mountain stage.
For those seeking a slightly less intense experience, the Etape du Dales also features a shorter 60-mile option, perfect for riders looking to explore the breathtaking scenery of the Dales before committing to the full challenge. Whether you're an experienced cyclist or looking to push your limits, this event is sure to provide an unforgettable experience amidst the stunning backdrop of one of England's most beautiful landscapes. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this thrilling ride!
For those seeking a slightly less intense experience, the Etape du Dales also features a shorter 60-mile option, perfect for riders looking to explore the breathtaking scenery of the Dales before committing to the full challenge. Whether you're an experienced cyclist or looking to push your limits, this event is sure to provide an unforgettable experience amidst the stunning backdrop of one of England's most beautiful landscapes. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this thrilling ride!
Organiser's Description
Still covering the same 110 miles in the Yorkshire Dales as in previous years, and starting and finishing at Wharfedale Rugby Club in Threshfield near Grassington, the 2019 event will again turning the tables and will this year will run in a clockwise direction, with the finishing climb being the North side of Fleet Moss.
This is is an extremely difficult ride and requires an excellent level of fitness. It takes in the major climbs of the Yorkshire Dales, which means steep and technical descents as well. With a height gain equivalent to a Tour de France mountain stage, the Etape du Dales figures on most riders' 'must do' list! So, why not come and ride over some of the Country’s most challenging terrain and experience some of the roads used in the 2014 Tour!
If you don't feel up to the full distance, or want to see what the Dales has to offer before committing to the challenge of the main event, the shorter 60 miler could be just the ride for you!
This is is an extremely difficult ride and requires an excellent level of fitness. It takes in the major climbs of the Yorkshire Dales, which means steep and technical descents as well. With a height gain equivalent to a Tour de France mountain stage, the Etape du Dales figures on most riders' 'must do' list! So, why not come and ride over some of the Country’s most challenging terrain and experience some of the roads used in the 2014 Tour!
If you don't feel up to the full distance, or want to see what the Dales has to offer before committing to the challenge of the main event, the shorter 60 miler could be just the ride for you!
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