Now in its third year the RideforEric is proving to be a favourite on the cycling calendar.

The RideforEric, is organised by friends, family and colleagues to mark the life of an amazing man, and to highlight road safety awareness in Sheffield and beyond.

Sadly Eric was killed by a drunk and reckless driver whilst out on his Sunday ride on November 3rd 2013.

Now in its third year, the RideforEric has added a new challange, the HydraHundred, a 100K ride throught he most stunning scenery surrounding Sheffield.

The four courses provide a exceptional developmental challenge from novice to seasoned cycling expert, all providing a challange no matter where you are in your journey into cycling.

The RideforEric aims to attract all people who enjoy cycling or who simply want to be part of a great event. 

The JayWing Family Fun ‘Five K’ – 5km. Starting at 11.00am. Red Route

The “Five K” is an opportunity to enjoy a safe, marshalled ride at a leisurely pace, so bring the children and grandparents along. There will be prizes for best fancy dress and bike combination, as well as a prize for the person who raises the most sponsorship in this category.

The ride leaves Abbeydale Sports Club, travels along Abbeydale Road South, turns left into Dobcroft Avenue, and left into Whirlowdale Road where refreshments will be provided at the stopping area in the woods, courtesy of JayWing. The ride then continues along Whirlowdale Road and down Abbey Lane before turning back onto Abbeydale Road South to return to Abbeydale Sports Club.

The IrwinMitchell Occasional Rider Challenge – 15km. Staggered starts from 10.15am. Gold Route.

The 15k is great for the occasional rider who wants a challenge, or the frequent rider who simply wants to take in some of the lovely scenery around Sheffield. Following the course of the 5k as far as Ecclesall Woods, the ride then turns right into Abbey Lane, going on to Park Head, Bents Green, and Ringinglow, before turning down Long Line and dropping into Dore. From here the ride follows Old Hay Lane, to join Baslow Road. The rest of the ride down Abbeydale Road South, is, as they say, (thankfully), all downhill!

The TNT Enthusiast Challenge – 50km. Staggered starts from 9.30am. Green Route.

If you cycle regularly – perhaps as part of a club or you just want to challenge yourself – then this route through Sheffield and Derbyshire is for you. The route map says it all.

The HydraHundred – 100km. Staggered starts from 8.450am. Platinum Route.

This stunning route through and around Sheffield will challenge even the hardiest cyclist. be warned its tough! 

With over twenty thousand pounds raised by riders and well wishers in the last two years, the money raised has been used to create a bereavement counseling service run by Cavendish Cancer Care, and in 2016 RfE will roll out a program of cycling safety training events for all. 

The RideforEric Trust has been established to further the positive contribution that cycling enthusists are able to make, the entrance fees and sponsorship monies raised through the RideforEric bike ride and other activities are used  to support the Bereavement Counselling Service run by Cavendish Cancer Care and also to provide funding for cycling safety and inclusion initiative.

If you’re a cyclist and you want to help us raise awareness of road safety, celebrate life, and raise some funds to help others, then one of the routes is right for you, your family and your friends. 

If you don’t want to join the cycle ride, but think you could help by manning feed stations or marshalling on the day, then please also get in touch.

Info for Riders

Ride for Eric is excited to announce the inclusion of the HydraHundred 100K ride in the 2016 edition.The three original courses are still offered to riders but with the addition of the 100k we now offer a very exacting challenge to the serious road cyclist too. The four courses that we have put together aim to attract all people who enjoy cycling or who simply want to be part of a great event.