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The Etape du Dales 2017

Cycle Sportive , Grassington – Sunday, 14 May 2017

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Registered Sportive

British Cycling Grading

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Very Hard

Event Summary

Event Overview

A classic event taking in some of the iconic climbs in the Yorkshire Dales, the "Etape du Dales" was established well before Yorkshire was chosen to host the 2014 Tour de France.

With a height gain equivalent to a Tour mountain stage the Etape du Dales figures on most riders list of “must do rides”, even if only once! 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 de France!

Covering 112 miles in the Yorkshire Dales the Etape du Dales sportive starts and finishes in Threshfield, near Grassington.

Event Details

Event URN:

405431

Start Date:

Sun, 14th May 2017

Event Type:

Cycle Sportive (Non-Competitive)

Venue:

Wharfedale Rugby Club, -, Grassington, BD23 5BS

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Event promoted by:

Dave Rayner Fund (website)

Event Website:

Visit Website

British Cycling Grading:

This event has been graded using data collected by British Cycling Mapping

About the Event

Info for Riders

With a height gain equivalent to a Tour mountain stage the Etape du Dales figures on most riders list of “must do rides”, even if only once! So, why not come and experience some of the challenging roads used in the 2014 Tour de France! Covering 112 miles in the Yorkshire Dales the Etape du Dales sportive starts and finishes in Threshfield near Grassington. Please do not treat your entry lightly, remember to respect the challenge. The Etape du Dales route is an extremely difficult ride and requires an excellent level of fitness. It takes in the major climbs in the Yorkshire Dales and that means steep and technical descents as well. The course has good signage but you should be aware of the route and terrain. Make sure you have adequate clothing and your equipment is in perfect order, a bottom gear of 39 x 25-28 minimum is recommended. Please be prepared for multiple punctures on such a ride. Safety is our priority and so tri-bars are not permitted and approved cycle helmets are compulsory.

The Rides

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Individual Entry Ride
Date Start Distance BCG Est. Field Size
Sun 14/05/17 07:00 180km / 112 miles 516 1000
Entry: Postal: (£49.00)
Sun 14/05/17 – 07:00
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British Cycling Grading: 516 | Est. Field Size: 1000
180km / 112 miles

Event Summary

Event Overview

A classic event taking in some of the iconic climbs in the Yorkshire Dales, the "Etape du Dales" was established well before Yorkshire was chosen to host the 2014 Tour de France.

With a height gain equivalent to a Tour mountain stage the Etape du Dales figures on most riders list of “must do rides”, even if only once! 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 de France!

Covering 112 miles in the Yorkshire Dales the Etape du Dales sportive starts and finishes in Threshfield, near Grassington.

Event Details

Event URN:

405431

Start Date:

Sun, 14th May 2017

Event Type:

Cycle Sportive (Non-Competitive)

Venue:

Wharfedale Rugby Club, -, Grassington, BD23 5BS

View map

Event promoted by:

Dave Rayner Fund (website)

Event Website:

Visit Website

British Cycling Grading:

This event has been graded using data collected by British Cycling Mapping

About the Event

Info for Riders

With a height gain equivalent to a Tour mountain stage the Etape du Dales figures on most riders list of “must do rides”, even if only once! So, why not come and experience some of the challenging roads used in the 2014 Tour de France! Covering 112 miles in the Yorkshire Dales the Etape du Dales sportive starts and finishes in Threshfield near Grassington. Please do not treat your entry lightly, remember to respect the challenge. The Etape du Dales route is an extremely difficult ride and requires an excellent level of fitness. It takes in the major climbs in the Yorkshire Dales and that means steep and technical descents as well. The course has good signage but you should be aware of the route and terrain. Make sure you have adequate clothing and your equipment is in perfect order, a bottom gear of 39 x 25-28 minimum is recommended. Please be prepared for multiple punctures on such a ride. Safety is our priority and so tri-bars are not permitted and approved cycle helmets are compulsory.

The Rides

5
Individual Entry Ride
Date Start Distance BCG Est. Field Size
Sun 14/05/17 07:00 180km / 112 miles 516 1000
Entry: Postal: (£49.00)
Sun 14/05/17 – 07:00
5
British Cycling Grading: 516 | Est. Field Size: 1000
180km / 112 miles

British Cycling Grading

5
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
Very Hard
Entry powered by British Cycling
Registered Sportive

British Cycling Grading

5
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
Very Hard

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