South Downs Spring Sportive: Cycling Weekly Sportive Series
When: Saturday, May 18 (RESCHEDULED FROM MARCH 23)
Epic (74 miles) - £30
Standard (57 miles) - £30
Short (33 miles) - £20
Nestled into the heart of the South Downs, Plumpton Racecourse is a superb venue with amazing views, facilities and a great atmosphere too!
As an early season sportive the shorter ride length will ease you into the busy season, however, do not be fooled as this ride has a few hills to give your legs an early season test.
The Route starts by heading East on quiet rolling scenic Sussex lanes, which create the perfect warm up. Now heading North you will encounter more undulating terrain, the climbs now start coming closer together.
After the climb up to Waldron, you will be rewarded with the first feed station. From here, the Epic riders head further North, their destination being Castle Hill, a true test of your winter training, before looping back on some picturesque lanes to join up with the Standard route riders.
Isfield is the site for the second Feed Station where all three routes join up to wind their way back South to the Racecourse where you will receive a quality goody bag and a well deserved medal! Post event refreshments and massages will also be waiting.
A fantastic venue with slightly shorter routes to ease you into the up and coming busy sportive season ahead. Including three different routes.
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When: Saturday, May 18 (RESCHEDULED FROM MARCH 23)
Location: Plumpton Race Course, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 3AL
Registration: 7.30am
Start time: 8am - 9.30am
What else is included?
- Finishing medal
- Event centre facilities and parking
- Mechanical Support
- Full Route Marking
- Rider public liability insurance
- Free energy drink + energy snacks
- Electronic chip timing
- Bike wash facilities
- Web results service
- Emergency support
- On site catering
- Massages
Event photos will be taken by SportivePhoto
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Finish four or more of our events within the Cycling Weekly sportive series and receive a personalised trophy to recognise your achievement.
Other events in the Cycling Weekly Sportive Series
Wiltshire Wildcat Sportive: More info>>
Surrey Hills Cyclone Sportive: More info>>
Dartmoor Demon Sportive: More info>>
Ripon Revolution Sportive: More info>>
Malvern Mad Hatter Sportive: More info>>
Box Hill Original: More info>>
Sponsors and links
Official Title Sponsor
Boardman Bikes
Official Insurance Sponsor
Cycleguard
Official nutrition partner
Gatorade
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