Tour of The Peak Sportive
- Date Sun 15th May 2016
- Location Bakewell, Derbyshire
Event summary
Join the excitement at the Tour of The Peak Sportive on Sunday, May 15, 2016, in the stunning surroundings of Bakewell, Derbyshire. This exhilarating cycling event takes place in the heart of the Peak District National Park, offering participants the chance to ride in the wheel tracks of cycling legends. Choose from two challenging distance options that feature the iconic Ultra route, which includes the formidable climbs of Winnat’s Pass Killer Mile, Holme Moss, and the Cat ‘n’ Fiddle.
What makes this event truly special is that it boasts the only full road closure on Winnat’s Pass, ensuring a safe and thrilling experience for all riders. As part of the Killer Mile Challenge series for 2016, the Tour of the Peak promises to be an unforgettable adventure amidst the breathtaking natural beauty of caverns, moors, dales, rivers, and springs. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to test your limits and enjoy a day of camaraderie and cycling in one of the UK’s most picturesque landscapes!
What makes this event truly special is that it boasts the only full road closure on Winnat’s Pass, ensuring a safe and thrilling experience for all riders. As part of the Killer Mile Challenge series for 2016, the Tour of the Peak promises to be an unforgettable adventure amidst the breathtaking natural beauty of caverns, moors, dales, rivers, and springs. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to test your limits and enjoy a day of camaraderie and cycling in one of the UK’s most picturesque landscapes!
Organiser's Description
Set in the heart of the Peak District National Park, this sportive is based upon the race of the same name, steeped in cycling history and where you will 'ride in the wheel tracks of legends' (Cycling Weekly). The Ultra route takes in the 3 major climbs of the area: Winnat’s Pass Killer Mile, Holme Moss and the Cat ‘n’ Fiddle. It is the ONLY sportive to have a full road closure on Winnat’s Pass and for 2016, it now also forms part of our Killer Mile Challenge series. Set in a world of contrasting natural beauty of caverns, moors and dales, rivers and springs, the Tour of the Peak is an incredible challenge! 2 distance options.
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