| 2008 details will be available in June Ride programme 2007 Key: WC = Toilets F = Family friendly R = Refreshments available on route P = Packed lunch/refreshents advised V = Viewing rest stops on route OR = Suitable for offroad/hybrid bikes only ONR = Suitable for road bikes Grade = Easy/moderate/Strenuous Pace = Gentle/moderate/fast Wight Challenge Saturday 15th September 10.30 am Jersey Camp, Porchfield Jo Minchin Tel: 07790 401036 This popular team event has been running for a number of years and we are pleased to be incorporating this as part of the Isle of Wight Cycling Festival. It includes a 32km cycle ride, 16km run and a 4km open canoe race. http://www.wightchallenge.co.uk Entry Fee of £40 per person plus a minimum sponsorship of £200 per team is requested. Booking: Essential 20 mile cycle, 2.5 mile open canoe, 10 mile run. All day, Strenuous, Fast, P, WC Afton River Loop Saturday 15th September 10.30 am Afton Park, Freshwater Afton Park Tel: 01983 755774 Starting at the tranquil Afton Park Gardens, ride along the beautiful River Yar then return along Wilmingham Lane to the Apple Tree café. Free Booking: Not Essential 4 miles/1 hour, easy, gentle, R, F, WC Festival Launch-Cycle Show/Sink or Swim Saturday 15th September 11am - 4pm Seaclose Park, Newport Claire Whittington Tel: 01983 203891 The cycling festival kicks off with a fabulous display in Seaclose Park, with fun activities and entertainment for the whole Family to enjoy. Including: cycle circus, mountain bike stunt show, veteran cycle display, cycle skills and much more. Free Booking: Not Essential 5 hours, P,R,F,WC Cycle route to the Festival launch Saturday 15th September 11am Opposite Northwood Garage Val Lawson Cycle Wight Tel: 01983 298284 Easy family ride from Medham (opposite Northwood garage) to the launch of the cycling festival at Seaclose Park, Newport. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Donation to Cyclewight. http://www.cyclewight.co.uk Booking: Not Essential 4 miles/1hour, easy, gentle, P, F Cycle the Wight Sunday 16th September 9am Ryde, East Cowes, Yarmouth, Blackgang & Shanklin Claire Whittington Tel: 01983 203891 A circular road route around the Island with official start points at Ryde, East Cowes, Yarmouth, Blackgang and Shanklin with a choice of three distances of approximately 65, 45 and 15 miles. This event is not a race but a test of endurance and will raise money for the British Heart Foundation. £5 Registration Plus sponsorship Booking: Essential All day, Easy - Strenuous, Gentle - Fast, P, R, WC, F, V, ONR Round the Island by IW Police Sunday 16th September East Cowes Police Station PC Andrew Cooper Email: andrew.cooper@hampshire.pnn.police.uk IW Police Officers will cycle around the Island starting at East Cowes and visiting Cowes, Yarmouth, Ventnor, Shanklin, Ryde and Newport Police Stations to raise money for the Wessex Cancer Trust. This is a charity fundraiser and not open to the public but sponsorship and support would be welcome. Sponsor online at www.justgiving.com/bobbiesonbikes Booking: N/A 65 miles, all day, strenuous, moderate Wayfarer's Sunday Run Sunday 16th September 9am Pointer's Inn, Newchurch Email: info@cycleisland.co.uk Join the weekly outing with the Wayfarer's Cycle Touring Club as they meander through the pretty and varied scenery of the Island with an 11 o'clock tea stop at Chessel Pottery, Nr Freshwater. You may also join the ride from here. http://www.cycleisland.co.uk Free Booking: Not Essential 20 - 30 Miles/3 - 4 hours, moderate, moderate, R, WC, F West Wight Triathlon Sunday 16th September 9am West Wight Sport Centre Clare Griffin Tel: 01983 752168 Email: clare@westwight.co.uk This is one of the most picturesque triathlon events in the South of England. It consists of a 600 metre pool swim, 35km cycle, 7.5 km run. The cycle route takes in the spectacular coastal Military Road and the run is a flat out and back route along the River Yar. http://www.westwight.co.uk/triathlon BTA Members: £25 Non BTA Members: £27 Teams: £40 Booking: Essential 600m pool swim, 35km cycle, 7.5 km run, all day, strenuous, fast, P, OR An Introduction to Off Road Sunday 16th September 10am Appley Café David Vrba Tel: 07887 502422 A tough ride through Ryde, Ashey, Brading, Merstone, Havenstreet and back to Ryde. Please bring a basic cycle tool kit, spare inner tube and 1.5 litres of drinking water is recommended. Helmets required. Free Booking: Essential 20 miles/3 hours, strenuous, fast, P, OR Dino ride - Fossil Hunt Sunday 16th September 11am Dinosaur Isle, Culver Parade, Sandown Dinosaur Isle Tel: 01983 404344 Ride along the sandy beach from Dinosaur Isle towards Culver Cliff and back to look at the geology and fossils. The surface of the route varies with the tide so expect changing conditions along the way. http://www.dinosaurisle.com/events.aspx Adults £3.60 Child £2.20 Student £3 Family (2 + 2) £11 Booking: Essential 3 miles/1.5 hours, moderate, gentle, R, WC, F, OR Borthwood Trail Monday 17th September 11am Sandown Railway Station Martin Gibson Tel: 01983 298098 Fairly gentle route from Sandown to Shanklin Railway Station via cycle tracks, bridleways, byways and quiet lanes. One of a series of new rides from the Islands railway stations £2 donation to Gift to Nature Booking: Advised 5 miles/1.5 hours, moderate, gentle, R, WC, F, OR Explore North West Wight Monday 17th September 4pm Sun Inn, Calbourne Mike Howell. Tel: 551239 A very pleasant ridge through some of the Island's most beautiful countryside, mainly on roads and tracks. Taking in Calbourne, Newbridge, Newtown, Porchfield & Shalfleet. Free Booking: Not Essential 20 miles/2-3 hours, easy, moderate, R, V, OR Family Ride Around Cowes Monday 17th September 5pm Arctic Road, Cowes start of cycle track. Val Lawson Tel: 01983 298284 A circular route around Cowes using cycle tracks and quiet roads. Main roads crossed using pedestrian crossings and 3 short hills which may be walked up. Free Booking: Not essential 8 miles/1.5 hours, easy, gentle, P, WC, F, OR Back in the Saddle Tuesday18th September 10am Newport end of cycle path (Riverway Ind Est) Matt Archer Tel: 01983 823799 Dust off that bike, oil that chain, now what? A gentle ride using cycle paths and light roads to pump up your cycling confidence from Newport cycle track to Cowes (via café for cake stop) and return. £3.50 Booking: Essential 8 miles/2 hours, easy, gentle, R, WC, V Spinfit Challenge Tuesday 18th September 5.30pm Spinfit, Newport Steve Mills Tel: 01983 521932/0784 1113280 An exciting off-road route starting and finishing in Newport, taking you around the central part of the Island. Including steps, technical sections and single track. Basic cycle tool kit, inner tube and 1.5 litres of drinking water is recommended. Helmets required. Free Booking: Not Essential 14 miles/2 hours, strenuous, fast, R, OR Cycle Maintenance - Learning Through Island Events Tuesday 18th September 6pm - 9pm Sandown High School Gavin Sullivan Tel: 01983 408587 Learn how to look after your bike and do basic maintenance tasks by yourself including a bike check and roadside repair. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Free Booking: Essential 3hours, WC, F Wayfarer's Autumn Tint's Ride Wednesday 19th September 10am Morrison's, Lake Email: info@cycleisland.co.uk Join in with the Wayfarer's Cycle Touring Club over 50's ride as they meander through the pretty and varied scenery of the Island with an 11 o'clock tea stop. http://www.cycleisland.co.uk Free Booking: Not Essential 20 miles/2 - 3 Hours, moderate, easy, R, WC, V West Wight Easy Ride Wednesday 19th September 10.30am Freshwater Bay Margaret & John Steggles Tel: 01983 759576 Organised by the Tandem Club and Cyclewight this ride takes you through the delightful West Wight countryside from Freshwater to Wellow and back. It is suitable for beginners and tandem NOT required! Donation to Freshwater Lifeboat Booking: Not Essential 15 miles/3.5 hours, easy, gentle, R, WC, F, V Picnic on Wheels Wednesday 19th September 12 Midday East Cowes Floating Bridge Ruth Jones Tel: 07970009928/281375 A fairly easy route using roads and cycle tracks with scenic views of the River Medina and surrounding countryside. Lunch stop in the peaceful location of Seaclose Park. You can also join the ride 10 mins later in Cowes. Free Booking: Essential 15 miles/2 hours, easy, gentle, P, WC, F, V, ONR South Wight Pub Trail Wednesday 19th September 5.00pm Wight Mouse Chale Claire Whittington Tel: 01983 203891 Visit several family friendly country pubs in the South Wight including the Wight Mouse (Chale) the Three Bishops (Brighstone) and The Crown (Shorwell). If participating in this event please drink responsibly. Donation to Gift to Nature Booking: Not Essencial 10miles/2 hours, moderate, moderate, R, WC,F, V, ONR Cycle Maintenance - Learning Through Island Events Wednesday 19th September 6pm - 9pm Wight Offroad Gavin Sullivan Tel: 01983 408587 Learn how to look after your bike and do basic maintenance tasks by yourself including a bike check and roadside repair. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Free Booking: Essential 3 hours, WC, F Glorious Godshill Thursday 20th September 12 midday The Griffin, Godshill Omar Lakhssassi Tel: 07838140090 A gentle ride from Godshill to Newport and back along the Route 23 cycle route. Why not stop for a well earned cuppa at a local tea room after your ride. Free Booking: Essential 10 miles/3 hours, moderate, moderate, F, R Explore North West Wight Thursday 20th September 4pm Sun Inn, Calbourne Mike Howell Tel: 551239 A very pleasant ridge through some of the Island's most beautiful countryside, mainly on roads and tracks. Taking in Calbourne, Newbridge, Newtown, Porchfield & Shalfleet. Free Booking: Not Essential 20 miles/2 - 3 Hours, moderate, easy, R, WC, V, OR Cycle Maintenance - Learning Through Island Events Thursday 20th September 6pm - 9pm Wight Offroad Gavin Sullivan Tel: 01983 408587 Learn how to look after your bike and do basic maintenance tasks by yourself including a bike check and roadside repair. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Free Booking: Essential 3 hours, WC, F Toddler's Trail Friday 21st September 10am Puckpool Park car park Linda Richter Tel: 203889/07929 596351 A fun morning's ride (bikes/trikes/push-alongs) along the seafront for toddlers with stops at Appley Park and Ryde beach for a picnic lunch. Tired legs can return to Puckpool on the Dotto train. Free Booking: Advised 1.5 miles/2 - 3 hours, easy, gentle, P, R, WC, F, V South Wight Tea Party Friday 21st September 5pm Chale Green Stores Claire Whittington Tel: 01983 203891 Suitable for all. This ride follows an easy route to Brighstone for a quick rest stop then ride back to Chale Stores to enjoy a fabulous choice of treats. Donation to Gift to Nature Booking: Essential 10 miles/2 hours, easy, gentle, R, WC, F, V Golden Ride Friday 21st September 6pm River Road Car Park, Yarmouth Martin Gibson Tel: 01983 298098 A short mainly off road route from Yarmouth to Freshwater along the river Yar. You will pass Golden Hill Fort on your return. £2 donation to Gift to Nature Booking: Advised 5 miles/1.5 hours, easy, gentle, WC, F OR In Town Without My Car Day Saturday 22nd September Everyone is encouraged to use a bike rather than take the car to get into town. Visit http://www.22september.org for more information about events happening around Europe and how we can all improve our quality of life with less noise and air pollution.
Orienteering Training Course - Learning Through Island Events Saturday 22nd September 10am Sandown Airport Gavin Sullivan Tel: 01983 408587 A fantastic opportunity to learn the skills needed to compete in an off-road orienteering event, please bring an OS map. £20 or free if entered in Hills Killer Booking: Essential 2 hours/moderate, moderate, P, F, OR Sunshine Special Saturday 22nd September 11am Shanklin Railway Station Bob Heredge Tel: 861376/07952 584109 A very pleasant circular route following the Sunshine Trail with magnificent views along the way. There will be a stop at Aretton Barns for refreshments Donation to I.O.W Air Ambulance Booking: Advised 15 miles/3.5 hours, moderate, gentle, R, F, OR Bike Shed Annual Cycling Event Saturday 22nd September 2pm The Bike Shed, Merstone The Bike Shed Tel: 01983 868786 This year the Bike Shed are organising a riders ride as a Hills Killer pre ride chill out including after ride entertainment. Free Booking: Not Essential 5 hours/easy, gentle, R, WC Singles Cycle Saturday 22nd September 2pm Shanklin Railway Station Elaine Cesar Tel: 01983 203888 A gentle fun ride for 'singles' along the scenic Sunshine Trail into Godshill. A chance to chat at the Griffin pub with light refreshments before returning to Shanklin. Park your bikes at the station and head for the Falcon to socialise. Please enter online at http://www.sunseaandcycling.com Free Booking: Essential 10 miles/3 hours, moderate, gentle, R, WC, V DOWNLOAD THE APPLICATION FORM HERE Troll Trail Saturday 22nd September 2pm Merstone Station Sam Buck Tel: 01983 298098 Exciting family scavenger hunt along the Troll Trail which forms part of the route 23 cycleway. £2 donation to Gift to Nature Booking: Advised 5 miles/2hours, easy, gentle, P, F, OR Hills Killer Sunday 23rd September 9am Freshwater Bay Car Park, Chale Green Stores, Sandown Airport Claire Whittington Tel: 01983 203891 Take on the challenge of an orienteering event against the clock as you pit your bike against the 3, 7 or 14 Hills. For those that survive there will be refreshments and entertainments at the finishing point. £15 or £10 Booking: Advised 13, 26 or 52 miles, 5 hours, strenuous, fast, R, OR, P Wayfarer's Sunday Run Sunday 23rd September 9am Bus Stop at Whitecroft Hospital, Whitcombe Road, Nr Gatcombe Email: info@cycleisland.co.uk Join the weekly outing with the Wayfarer's Cycle Touring Club as they meander through the pretty and varied scenery of the Island with an 11 o'clock tea stop at Rylstone Gardens Tea Room, in Shanklin. You may also join the ride from here. http://www.cycleisland.co.uk Free Booking: Not Essential 20 - 30 miles/3 - 4 hours, moderate, moderate, R, WC, F Pedal 4 Parkinson's Ride 1 Sunday 23rd September 10am - 12pm Riverside Centre, Newport Ron Tweedie Tel: 01983 884913 A short cycle ride from the Riverside Centre by the Quay in Newport to Cowes and then returning to the Riverside Centre. Entrants are encouraged to use sponsor forms or give a donation to raise funds for Parkinson's Sufferer's on the Island. Entrants are encouraged to use sponsor forms or give a donation to raise funds for Parkinson's Sufferer's on the Island Booking: Not Essential 9 miles/1.5 hours, easy, moderate, P, F, ONR Pedal 4 Parkinson's Ride 2 Sunday 23rd September 10am - 12pm Riverside Centre, Newport Ron Tweedie Tel: 01983 884913 A lovely ride through beautiful scenery along the Newport to Sandown Cycle track then returning to the Riverside Centre. Entrants are encouraged to use sponsor forms or give a donation to raise funds for Parkinson's Sufferer's on the Island. Entrants are encouraged to use sponsor forms or give a donation to raise funds for Parkinson's Sufferer's on the Island Booking: Not Essential 20miles, 2.5 hours, moderate, moderate, P, F, ONR Pedal 4 Parkinson's Ride 3 Sunday 23rd September 10am - 12pm Riverside Centre, Newport Ron Tweedie Tel: 01983 884913 A long cycle ride from Newport to Freshwater and back passing through Newtown, Shalfleet and Yarmouth. Entrants are encouraged to use sponsor forms or give a donation to raise funds for Parkinson's Sufferer's on the Island. Entrants are encouraged to use sponsor forms or give a donation to raise funds for Parkinson's Sufferer's on the Island Booking: Not Essential 27 miles, 3 hours, strenuous, moderate, P, F, ONR |
