The Snowdonia Cycle Fest Sportive 2018

The Snowdonia Cycle Fest Cyclocross Challeneg is set in Snowdonia, starting and finishing in the picturesque village of Llanberis, at the foot of Snowdon. The route will descend a section of one of Snowdon's paths, the only MTB event to do so. In fact it’s the only MTB event in this part of the world! You will face long stiff climbs, gravel and paved tracks, forest roads and tarmac to link it all together!

This year will see a week end celebrating everything to do with cycling in what's regarded as the 'Outdoor Capital of the UK, Llanberis, Snowdonia. On the week end of 14th and 15th of April we will host the first ever Snowdonia Cycle Fest. On Saturday we will host a road bike and a Cyclo Cross Challenge and Sunday the return of 'The Snowdonia MTB Challenge' now re named The Snowdonia Cycle Fest MTB Challenge.

On the fild in Llanberis we will have various companies in the industries setting up with some amazing bargains, and bikes to demo to try out, as well as an event for the children.

Saturday night the Heights will host a band, and the beers will be flowing and food available for everyon.

The Snowdonia Cycle Sportive 2018.

It is challenging, but very rewarding! It will challenge your riding and fitness! The route will take you to exciting places, and unless you were local might not get to ride. Up in to the mountains, down the other side, pass stunning lakes with Snowdon in view from various angles. On to the stunning Welsh coast before returning back in to the mountains for the finish in stunning Llanberis!

It’s not a race! It’s a challenge, and a challenge it is!! 

There are three options so it's open to everyone who has a bike and good level of fitness.

The short one at 34 miles will circumnavigate Snowdon. Anyone can complete this one. There are plenty of time to get training. The ride is a classic, and the scenery amazing.

The medium is a 60 miler with a mixture of coast and mountains.

And the long is a challenging 90 miles on stunning Welsh coast and mountains,

Event T-shirts can be ordered on the website www.bryniaumtb.co.uk prior to the event and collected at the event HQ on the day. Or email gareth@bryniaumtb.co.uk with your order.

Info for Riders

Sign in will take part at H.Q.

H.Q will be open at 6.00am.

Please arrive no later than 8.30 to sign on.

The Sportive will start at 9.00am from HQ.

Non-competitive event. I.e. not a race and should not be treated as such.

Helmet must be worn whilst riding at ALL times. It is recommended that you wear gloves and pads/armor whilst riding.

ALL riders must adhere to the Highway Code whilst riding in the village and on public roads.

Be respectful to other riders/ participants.

Participants must at ALL times stick to the designated route. The whole route will be marked with signs. Stick to the paths, and don’t take cheeky short cuts!

Participants are responsible for their own bike and equipment. The bike should be in good working order, prepared and road worthy prior to starting the event, solely propelled through a chain set, by the legs without any other assistance.

Litter. This is a beautiful part of the world! All litter must be taken with you. There will be plenty of places to dispose litter at HQ. Please leave it as you find it!

In the event of a breakdown that can’t be fixed go to the nearest marshal who will contact someone at HQ to come and collect you. Please be aware that there could be a fairly long wait as traffic have quite a detour to get to the furthest point from HQ.

This is a long route in some exposed places. Come prepared with adequate clothing. Weather can change dramatically in the mountains.

Bring enough food and water for a full day’s riding.

Bring bike spares, as you will be away from HQ and the village for most of the day.

Be prepared, be respectful and have fun!!