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Event Summary
Event Overview
Struggle Moors is one of the UK's hardest sportives in Yorkshire. Struggle Moors will take place on 3rd July 2022.
Although this epic feat may feel frightful, with preparation, pacing and plenty of fuel it's achievable for any aspiring road cyclist.
The route has been dubbed as one of the hardest sportives in the UK, with riders continuing their training following Struggle Dales to take on this monster event. Cycling Weekly reviewed it as: "One of the best days out and something to aspire to.”
The Route
The event begins in the stunning setting of Ampleforth Abbey, North Yorkshire, with accommodation at the start/finish, and takes riders over 180km of challenging terrain among breathtaking Yorkshire Moors landscape. There's also a 150km route, offering aspiring riders a taste of the epic ascents of the Yorkshire Moors. Climbs include the epic ascents of Rosedale Chimney, Glaisdale Horror, Cote de Grosmont and more.
Find out more about Struggle Moors: https://ridethestruggle.com/
Event Details
- Event URN:
518037
- Start Date:
Sun, 2nd Jul 2023
- Event Type:
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Cycle Sportive (Non-Competitive)
- Venue:
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Ampleforth Abbey and College, Ampleforth, York, North Yorkshire, YO62 4EN
View map - Cheques payable to:
See Event Website for Details
- Event Website:
- Other Events:
- British Cycling Grading:
This event has been graded using data collected by British Cycling Mapping
About the Event
Info for Riders
Struggle Moors is one of the UK's hardest sportives in Yorkshire. Struggle Moors will take place on 3rd July 2022.
Although this epic feat may feel frightful, with preparation, pacing and plenty of fuel it's achievable for any aspiring road cyclist.
About Struggle Moors
The event begins in the stunning setting of Ampleforth Abbey, North Yorkshire, with accommodation at the start/finish, and takes riders over 180km of challenging terrain among breathtaking Yorkshire Moors landscape. There's also a 150kmroute, offering aspiring riders a taste of the epic ascents of the Yorkshire Moors.
The route has been dubbed as one of the hardest sportives in the UK. Cycling Weekly reviewed it as: "One of the best days out and something to aspire to.”
The Route
180km
Struggle Moors sportive route is 112 miles long, taking in 10,193ft over five climbs set within the North Yorkshire Moors’ exposed, relentless but stunning landscape. Beware, there’s plenty of uncategorised climbs too!
150km
Struggle Moors now offers a challenging 95 mile route, ideal for aspiring riders keen to tackle the iconic ascents of the North Yorkshire Moors National Park. The new 150 km route takes in 8,256ft still features Struggle Moors' infamous climbs including Glaisedale Horror and Rosedale Chimney.
The Climbs
Boltby Bank
Carlton Bank
Limber Hill (180km route only)
Cote de Grosmont (180km route only)
Glaisdale Horror
Rosedale Chimney
What's Included
- Epic route
- 6 climbs
- 3 well-stocked feed stations
- Fully signposted
- Finisher medal
- Water bottle
- Free photo on Rosedale Chimney
- Chip timing
- Mechanical support
- Broomwagon
- Finisher village
Find out more about Struggle Moors: https://ridethestruggle.com/
The Rides
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Struggle Moors - 150km
Ride
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| Date | Start | Distance | BCG | Est. Field Size |
| Sun 02/07/23 | 06:30 | 150km / 93 miles | 377 | 500 |
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Entry:
Online: (£49.00 + £1.00 Application fee)
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Sun 02/07/23 – 06:30
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Struggle Moors - 180km
Ride
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| Date | Start | Distance | BCG | Est. Field Size |
| Sun 02/07/23 | 06:30 | 180km / 112 miles | 559 | 500 |
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Entry:
Online: (£49.00 + £1.00 Application fee)
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Sun 02/07/23 – 06:30
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Event Summary
Event Overview
Struggle Moors is one of the UK's hardest sportives in Yorkshire. Struggle Moors will take place on 3rd July 2022.
Although this epic feat may feel frightful, with preparation, pacing and plenty of fuel it's achievable for any aspiring road cyclist.
The route has been dubbed as one of the hardest sportives in the UK, with riders continuing their training following Struggle Dales to take on this monster event. Cycling Weekly reviewed it as: "One of the best days out and something to aspire to.”
The Route
The event begins in the stunning setting of Ampleforth Abbey, North Yorkshire, with accommodation at the start/finish, and takes riders over 180km of challenging terrain among breathtaking Yorkshire Moors landscape. There's also a 150km route, offering aspiring riders a taste of the epic ascents of the Yorkshire Moors. Climbs include the epic ascents of Rosedale Chimney, Glaisdale Horror, Cote de Grosmont and more.
Find out more about Struggle Moors: https://ridethestruggle.com/
Event Details
- Event URN:
518037
- Start Date:
Sun, 2nd Jul 2023
- Event Type:
-
Cycle Sportive (Non-Competitive)
- Venue:
-
Ampleforth Abbey and College, Ampleforth, York, North Yorkshire, YO62 4EN
View map - Cheques payable to:
See Event Website for Details
- Event Website:
- Other Events:
- British Cycling Grading:
This event has been graded using data collected by British Cycling Mapping
About the Event
Info for Riders
Struggle Moors is one of the UK's hardest sportives in Yorkshire. Struggle Moors will take place on 3rd July 2022.
Although this epic feat may feel frightful, with preparation, pacing and plenty of fuel it's achievable for any aspiring road cyclist.
About Struggle Moors
The event begins in the stunning setting of Ampleforth Abbey, North Yorkshire, with accommodation at the start/finish, and takes riders over 180km of challenging terrain among breathtaking Yorkshire Moors landscape. There's also a 150kmroute, offering aspiring riders a taste of the epic ascents of the Yorkshire Moors.
The route has been dubbed as one of the hardest sportives in the UK. Cycling Weekly reviewed it as: "One of the best days out and something to aspire to.”
The Route
180km
Struggle Moors sportive route is 112 miles long, taking in 10,193ft over five climbs set within the North Yorkshire Moors’ exposed, relentless but stunning landscape. Beware, there’s plenty of uncategorised climbs too!
150km
Struggle Moors now offers a challenging 95 mile route, ideal for aspiring riders keen to tackle the iconic ascents of the North Yorkshire Moors National Park. The new 150 km route takes in 8,256ft still features Struggle Moors' infamous climbs including Glaisedale Horror and Rosedale Chimney.
The Climbs
Boltby Bank
Carlton Bank
Limber Hill (180km route only)
Cote de Grosmont (180km route only)
Glaisdale Horror
Rosedale Chimney
What's Included
- Epic route
- 6 climbs
- 3 well-stocked feed stations
- Fully signposted
- Finisher medal
- Water bottle
- Free photo on Rosedale Chimney
- Chip timing
- Mechanical support
- Broomwagon
- Finisher village
Find out more about Struggle Moors: https://ridethestruggle.com/
The Rides
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Struggle Moors - 150km
Ride
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| Date | Start | Distance | BCG | Est. Field Size |
| Sun 02/07/23 | 06:30 | 150km / 93 miles | 377 | 500 |
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Entry:
Online: (£49.00 + £1.00 Application fee)
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Sun 02/07/23 – 06:30
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Struggle Moors - 180km
Ride
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| Date | Start | Distance | BCG | Est. Field Size |
| Sun 02/07/23 | 06:30 | 180km / 112 miles | 559 | 500 |
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Entry:
Online: (£49.00 + £1.00 Application fee)
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Sun 02/07/23 – 06:30
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