Sportive Rides
ALL routes will be waymarked and manned by our very own Marshalls.
GPX Files and Garmin Connect Links are available via links below...
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Important information for ALL Sportive Riders..
We have recently learnt of another cycle event taking place on the same day along a section of our NBBR Sportive route. This is the annual Bath Road Club Junior Road Race which attracts some of our most talented young cyclists. Geraint Thomas and Mark Cavendish are just a couple of previous entrants that went on to compete on the world stage. They will be riding 6 laps around a 12.7 mile circuit starting in Wing at 11:00 and finishing at the top of Cublington Hill before 14:00.
There are two sections where our Sportive routes merge onto the Bath Road Race circuit -
Whitchurch to Cublington (same direction)
Dunton Road to Stewkley (opposite direction)
We expect the 60km riders will have already completed these two sections before the race event starts but there is a high probability that our 100km and 100 mile Sportive riders will come across the race group at least once. Additional traffic controls will be enforced by the Race Event officials during the times when the race peloton are passing by. It is important not to obstruct or take any actions that could interfere with the race. The race group travels at an average speed of around 27mph and is expected to cover the 3 miles from Whitchurch to Cublington in under 7 minutes. Our NBBR Sportive riders should probably allow between 5 - 10 minute headstart from Whitchurch to avoid being caught before the top of Cublington Hill. There are plenty of places to stop at the roadside if you see them approaching. Our marshalls will also be on hand to give advice in Whitchurch and Cublington.
Our main consideration is the safety of everyone involved. We initially considered changing the Sportive routes to avoid the overlap but after discussions with the Race event organiser and British Cycling we concluded that it's perfectly possible for the two events to co-exist with a few additional safety measures. In fact, we believe it will be a great experience for the NBBR Sportive riders lucky enough to witness this major cycle race together with all the motorbikes, support vehicles and possibly a few future stars. There are bound to be plenty of photo opportunities.
There are two sections where our Sportive routes merge onto the Bath Road Race circuit -
Whitchurch to Cublington (same direction)
Dunton Road to Stewkley (opposite direction)
We expect the 60km riders will have already completed these two sections before the race event starts but there is a high probability that our 100km and 100 mile Sportive riders will come across the race group at least once. Additional traffic controls will be enforced by the Race Event officials during the times when the race peloton are passing by. It is important not to obstruct or take any actions that could interfere with the race. The race group travels at an average speed of around 27mph and is expected to cover the 3 miles from Whitchurch to Cublington in under 7 minutes. Our NBBR Sportive riders should probably allow between 5 - 10 minute headstart from Whitchurch to avoid being caught before the top of Cublington Hill. There are plenty of places to stop at the roadside if you see them approaching. Our marshalls will also be on hand to give advice in Whitchurch and Cublington.
Our main consideration is the safety of everyone involved. We initially considered changing the Sportive routes to avoid the overlap but after discussions with the Race event organiser and British Cycling we concluded that it's perfectly possible for the two events to co-exist with a few additional safety measures. In fact, we believe it will be a great experience for the NBBR Sportive riders lucky enough to witness this major cycle race together with all the motorbikes, support vehicles and possibly a few future stars. There are bound to be plenty of photo opportunities.
Advice for riders attempting the 100-mile Sportive
This distance can be a significant challenge for most cyclists and requires a high level of fitness and endurance. Participants should prepare with adequate training.
This distance can be a significant challenge for most cyclists and requires a high level of fitness and endurance. Participants should prepare with adequate training.
- The 100-mile route starts with the 100km Sportive loop followed by the 60km loop.
- Riders registered for the 100-mile Sportive will be invited to start the 100km loop at 08:00. Please arrive early if possible.
- 100-mile riders do not have to stop at Furze Down School after completing the 100km loop.
- 100-mile riders must avoid triggering the chip timing sensors if they do return from the 100km loop. Instructions will be provided.
- Riders must finish before 5pm although some facilities may no longer be available at Furze Down School after 3pm.
- You can change your mind if you signed up for 100-miles but only want to complete the 100km loop. See how you feel on the day and let us know.
- Quainton Village Green will be the only Feed Station on the 60km loop.
