This event is a two distance road ride, the full 100km and a shorter 70 km route, both rides will feature some of the iconic Chiltern Hills, the long route will be a tough ride for early season and given the time of year good tyres are recommended.The route takes you through the undulating terrain of the Chiltern Hills via Chesham, Gt Missenden, Stokenchurch, Gt Kingshill and The Chalfonts with some steep climbs thrown in for good measure.  

The event will be limited in terms of numbers with a maximum field of 200 riders. the routes will be signposted and GPS files will be available.

This will be a ride to test yourself over the distance,there will be 1 food stop where there wll be the chance to fill p a waterbottle and grab a gel/energy bar and hopefully (COVID  allowing) we will have tea/Coffee and cake at the HQ for pre and post event carbs and refreshements.

This event has now been run for the last 11 years with people complementing the event for the friendly atmosphere and well marked challenging route.

Once again we will be starting the event at the Chiltern Sports and Social Club, Maple Lodge , Maple Cross which is easily accesible from the M25 /M40 where there is plenty of car parking, showers, catering and access to a licensed bar.

There will be some spot awards handed out to finishers

Riders will start in groups and there will be 3 times to aim for

Long route  
Gold  3.5hrs
Silver 4.15
Bronze  5.00

Short Route
Gold Route 2.30
Silver 3.00

Bronze 4.00

There will be a sag wagon at the rear of the event in the case of mechanical misfortune.

Clearly at the time of opening this event up we are still under the cloud of the COVID pandemic, if this siutaion continues then we will be adhering to any Current COVID regs at the time of the event. In the case of the event havin to be canclled due to COVID then refunds will be made or an alternative date will be set

Entry fee will be £15 pre entry and £20 on the day

On line entry will be via the British Cycling website , 

The event is organised by members of the West Drayton Multiple Bike Club, organisers of sportive events and races both on and off road for the last 31 years and current organisers of the popular West Thames series. 

We look forward to seeing you.

Chris Denman chris@westdraytonmbc.co.uk

Info for Riders

This event is now going to take place on April 18th having had to postpone the event from the original date of the 28th March.

The ride routes will be available to be down loaded via a GPX file to those pre entered and the route will be fully signposted and instructions will also be available at the HQ. Hot drinks/energy products/refreshments will be available both pre and post the ride.

There will be one feed stop which will provide water/gels or bars and hopefully some of the legendary home made flap jack

The GPX routes will be sent out to all pre entered riders on the Thursday before the event once on line entry has closed.

Given the time of the year weather can still be unpredictable and thus this can effect road conditions, please take this into account.

Riders are expected to follow the rules of the road.

Groups of riders will be set out to try and keep riders of a similar ability together and the number of riders starting together will adhere to the current regulations..

There will be a sag wagon at the end of the ride to assist anyone with mechanical failure.

There will be some spot prizes handed out to finishers

As well as the official feeding station there are opportunities to refuel throughout the ride with a number of shops on the route.

The route is primarily on B roads, with small stretches of lanes and quiet A roads with most of the hills in the last half of the ride.

There is car parking at the HQ, as well as catering, toilets however due to the current COIVD regulations the showers will not be available and at this stage we can not be sure that the licensed bar will be open for take out drinks

Please follow the instructions of the marshals when parking.

When signing on and inside the HQ please ensure that you wear a face mask.

Any riders wishing to move from the short route to the long route or vice a versa can at the well marked split points, just please let us know if you do so we can adjust the standard times. 

Although there will be a sag wagon this will be for mechanical breakdowns and it is expected that riders will carry a spare tube/pump as a minimum.

Any updates on the event will be on the clubs facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/557235464401072/ and /or on the events website at www.buckssportive.co.uk.

Under 16's will accepted if accompanied by an appropriate adult.

Any Q'S feel free to e-mail the organiser  at chris@westdraytonmbc.co.uk