Lake District 100 - 23 September 2012

Take part in the Lake District 100 – our final RIDE 100 event of the season set in amazing surroundings. This tough challenge starts from Keswick and has everything you would expect from this beautiful National Park: great climbs, fast descents and sections where the water’s edge is not too far away. Riders will pass through some of the most dramatic landscapes the UK has to offer and finish with a great sense of achievement.

Route features:
• Fitz Park, Keswick
• Derwentwater
• Honister Pass
• Buttermere
• Newlands
• Whinlatter Pass
• Ullswater
• Kirkstone Pass
• Thirlmere 

With a choice of 100km or a tougher 100-mile route, you'll have a great day in the saddle with the Action Medical Research team. Whether you are an experienced rider aiming to get a fast time or a rider aiming to make a day of it and take in the sights, this ride is for you.

Expect excellent feed stations manned by friendly volunteers and a buffet style lunch mid-way through the ride that you will find hard to tear yourself away from! Riders will be supported by first class medical support, mechanical services and a sweep vehicle.

Many riders have experienced a RIDE 100 event, and thoroughly enjoyed the social atmosphere and return to enjoy the unique experience that we offer. Make 2012 the year that you take part in a RIDE 100 sportive! You won’t be disappointed.

STOP PRESS: Due to popular demand we have introduced a shorter route

Distance100-miles or 100km
Start/finishThe Cricket Pavilion, Fitz Park, Keswick. Cumbria CA12 4NF
Registration open7.00 - 9.00am. 100 milers set off from 7.15am - 8.30am. 100kms from 8.30 - 9.00am.
Ride finishes6.45pm
Local informationThere is limited on road parking nearby, two car parks at the Park and a selection of pay and display car parks in Keswick. Nearest railway stations are Penrith and Windermere
Cycling kitOrder yours now! Delivery can take 28 days. Click on jersey.
Expected number of riders300

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Includes

  • Chip timing
  • Route options
  • Circular route
  • Feed stations/lunch
  • Mechanical support
  • Full signage
  • Event massage
  • Medal
  • Photography
  • Emergency cover
Official bike partner: Trek

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